Short version: the 2027 Rawlings Halo is a two-piece, balanced fastpitch bat at $399.99 in four drops: -11, -10, -9 and -8. It is the bat for a committed player, from 10U travel ball through college. Younger players have two lighter, cheaper Rawlings options: the Kraze -13, a two-piece with an aluminum barrel and composite handle at $149.99, and the Eclipse -12, a one-piece aluminum bat at $84.99. Our picks: the Eclipse for most first-year 8U and 10U players, and the Halo -10 for most players from 12U through high school.
Halo, Kraze and Eclipse at a glance
| Model | Drop | Build | Offered in | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Halo -11 | -11 | 2-piece, gapped wall barrel | 29"/18 oz to 33"/22 oz | $399.99 |
| 2027 Halo -10 | -10 | 2-piece, gapped wall barrel | 30"/20 oz to 34"/24 oz | $399.99 |
| 2027 Halo -9 | -9 | 2-piece, gapped wall barrel | 32"/23 oz to 34"/25 oz | $399.99 |
| 2027 Halo -8 | -8 | 2-piece, gapped wall barrel | See the product page | $399.99 |
| 2027 Kraze -13 | -13 | 2-piece hybrid: aluminum alloy barrel, composite handle | 26"/13 oz to 31"/18 oz | $149.99 |
| Eclipse -12 | -12 | 1-piece aluminum alloy | 27"/15 oz to 32"/20 oz | $84.99 |
All six are balanced and carry a one-year manufacturer's warranty. The Halo is listed as certified for USA, USSSA (fastpitch only), NSA, ISA and WBSC. The Kraze and Eclipse are listed as approved for USA/ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISF and ISA. Drop is length minus weight, so a bigger number means a lighter bat. Our drop weight guide explains it and has a height chart for length.
2027 Rawlings Halo: the two-piece in four drops
The Halo is a two-piece bat with a balanced swing weight. The barrel is a gapped wall design, paired with what Rawlings calls optimized barrel and handle flex. Inside the barrel is Halo Ring Technology: a foam ring placed around the inner barrel to reduce unwanted feedback and improve feel across the sweet spot. At the end is the Rebound Lock Cap, which secures the inner barrel into the end cap for a more stable, consistent swing feel. The handle side has a vibration-reducing connection and the Comfort + Knob.
All four drops share that build and the $399.99 price. What changes is the weight and the lengths each drop is offered in.
- Halo -11. The lightest Halo, 29 to 33 inches. For 10U and 12U players and contact hitters of any age.
- Halo -10. 30 to 34 inches. The default drop from 12U through high school and college.
- Halo -9. 32 to 34 inches. For stronger high school and college hitters who want more mass than a -10.
- Halo -8. The heaviest Halo, for power hitters. See the product page for lengths.
The drops overlap. A 33-inch Halo is 22 oz as a -11, 23 oz as a -10 and 24 oz as a -9. Pick the length by height, then the heaviest drop she can swing without slowing down.
2027 Rawlings Kraze -13: the lightest of the three
The Kraze is a two-piece hybrid. The barrel is lightweight aluminum alloy and the handle is carbon composite, which Rawlings says keeps vibration in check. It has a balanced swing weight and a cushioned grip. A 29-inch Kraze is 16 oz, two ounces lighter than a 29-inch Halo -11.
It is offered in 26 through 31 inches at $149.99, and it is the only one of the three offered in a 26-inch. Buy it for a small hitter who needs the lightest bat she can get, or for hands that sting on a one-piece.
Rawlings Eclipse -12: the $84.99 one-piece
The Eclipse is a one-piece aluminum alloy bat with a balanced swing weight and what Rawlings calls an X-tended sweet spot, an extended barrel design that keeps more of the hitting surface in play. One piece means a direct feel from handle to barrel. Expect more feedback in the hands on a mishit than with the two-piece Kraze.
It is listed as a 2026 model, offered in 27 through 32 inches at $84.99. That is $65 less than the Kraze and $315 less than a Halo. For a first or second season, this is where we would start.
Other Rawlings fastpitch bats: ALO78 and Mantra closeouts
- 2026 Rawlings ALO78 -12, $249.99. A two-piece composite with Intense Carbon construction, an evenly balanced swing weight and an ultra-thin 29/32-inch handle with a 1.8mm cushioned grip. See the product page for lengths. It is the step between the Kraze and the Halo for a young player who wants a composite barrel.
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2025 Mantra Reverse -10, closeout at
$449.99$219.99. Two-piece In/Tense Carbon Composite with Reverse Three-Step inner barrel technology and the F2 collar connection. See the product page for lengths. -
2025 Mantra Reverse -11, closeout at
$449.99$219.99. Same build in the lighter drop. Most lengths are $219.99 and one length is listed at$449.99$299.99. See the product page for lengths. -
2025 Mantra -10, closeout at
$399.99$249.99. Two-piece composite with the three-step inner barrel and F2 Collar. See the product page for lengths.
The Mantra Reverse -10 is $180 less than a Halo -10. If the Halo price is the obstacle, look there first.
Which Rawlings fastpitch bat should you buy?
First or second season, 8U and 10U: Eclipse
The Eclipse at $84.99. A young hitter needs swings more than technology, and a -12 one-piece alloy gives her that for the least money. We give the same advice in our guide to -12 fastpitch bats for 8U to 12U.
Smaller hitters, or hands that sting: Kraze
The Kraze at $149.99. It is an ounce lighter than the Eclipse at every shared length, and the composite handle takes some of the vibration out.
10U and 12U travel players: Halo -11
The Halo -11, starting at 29 inches. If she is not ready to give up a -12, the ALO78 at $249.99 is the in-between.
12U through high school: Halo -10
The Halo -10 is our pick for most players in this range. If you are unsure between two drops, buy the lighter one.
Stronger high school and college hitters: Halo -9 or -8
Move to the -9 when a -10 feels too light and she is out in front of everything. Go to the -8 only if she is a power hitter who already controls a -9.
Every bat here lists USA and USSSA approval. Confirm with your league before you buy.
Break-in and care
The Eclipse and Kraze have aluminum barrels and need no break-in. The ALO78 and Mantra models are composite and need the full routine: 150 to 200 swings with real softballs, a quarter turn of the barrel between swings, above 60°F, no dimpled cage balls. Rawlings' description of the Halo does not mention break-in. We would give it the same routine. The steps are in how to break in a bat.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2027 Rawlings Halo fastpitch bat?
The 2027 Rawlings Halo is $399.99 in all four drops: -11, -10, -9 and -8. The Rawlings Kraze -13 is $149.99 and the Rawlings Eclipse -12 is $84.99.
What drops and sizes does the Rawlings Halo come in?
The Halo -11 is offered in 29 to 33 inches, the -10 in 30 to 34 inches and the -9 in 32 to 34 inches. See the product page for the lengths offered in the -8.
What is the difference between the Rawlings Halo, Kraze and Eclipse?
The Halo is a two-piece bat with a gapped wall barrel and Halo Ring Technology in -11, -10, -9 and -8. The Kraze is a -13 two-piece hybrid with an aluminum alloy barrel and a composite handle. The Eclipse is a -12 one-piece aluminum alloy bat. All three are balanced.
Is the Rawlings Halo approved for USA Softball and USSSA?
The 2027 Halo is listed as certified for USA, USSSA (fastpitch only), NSA, ISA and WBSC. Confirm with your league or tournament director before you buy.
Which Rawlings fastpitch bat is right for an 8U or 10U player?
For a first or second season, the Eclipse -12 at $84.99. For a smaller hitter or one who wants less vibration, the Kraze -13 at $149.99.
What is Halo Ring Technology?
It is a foam ring placed around the inner barrel of the Rawlings Halo. Rawlings says it reduces unwanted feedback and improves feel across the sweet spot.
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