How fast does this machine pitch.
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Fast enough when fully loaded the batter can get his stance set again and it's ready to pitch another ball. I bought for three year old.
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Hi Scott, I am not sure if you received any feedback to this question, but thought I would try and help. It is not a fast pitch, it is actually more of a toss. My son got this for a gift when he was 6. It was great for self-play and he was not used to speed at that age. We have since given this as a gift. The kids all love it, they can actually hit the ball and it allows them to practice on their own. I hope this helps. ~ Paula
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depends on how hard your child steps on the petal. It's manual, not automatic
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I timed it ... Two minutes for one rotation, and you can wind it up to somewhere between 15 and 16 rotations. It is really slow.
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I timed mine for 30 secs and it made 52 revolutions, so my response would be approx. 100 rpm. It is a very nice slicer and does a good job.
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The description, to me, is misleading. I haven't had success using regulation softballs off of it. Dimple balls work great, though. Good accuracy. The machine advertises it will pitch up to 70 mph, and I have clocked pitches coming out of it at around 67 mph.
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It says 50 mph. It is fast enough depending on what you use it for: fielding (great), flyballs (great), pitching mound (good- you need a lot of balls)
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Just a few seconds per page. I have been impressed with the speed of ths machine.
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2 speeds. no adjustment. you can vary the speed by moving the machine closer or away from the batter.
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I have had no problems with the machine moving around. I use it on a carpeted floor for about 30-60 minutes at a time.
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6 and up is probably the best answer. I've used it for beginning and intermediate teen fast pitch, and adult slow pitch as well. Kids like it because it is more accurate than a real pitcher and they have a fear of getting hit by the ball. I like it for slow pitch because I get more accurate pitches to hit. Good machine, don't hesitate to buy. Note as balls get older they travel differently so get a bucket of new balls to use too.
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I wouldn't recommend it. The pitching machine is held down using two spikes that are nailed into the dirt or grass. This allows for stability when in operation. If you utilize the machine indoors it will require custom mounting to function properly. It is possible to operate indoors but it will take ingenuity to mount properly.
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I do not remember we sent back. The pitch knob was defective, as you turn the pitch it would cut out.
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It's one speed, not variable. Don't know exact speed it seems similar to a belt sander range. BTW I love this machine. Its very precise and works perfectly.
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I have a few of these nets that I put together to make a 44 ft batting cage. My son and his friends do hit real baseballs using a Zooka pitching machine. They get the baseballs pitched around 45 to 50 mph. My nephew has tried it a few times and it was pitched about 65 mph to him. The poles are flimsy and bend if it's real windy, so I added a few tent pegs and some extra string to make it more sturdy.
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there is a video on the net that will show you how fast and easy it is. But all you have to do is stick the tube onto the shaft and the machine loads it in. It's fast and easy. I love it.
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The Baseline does not pitch curve balls. It pitches up to 65 MPH. For a curve ball from the same manufacturer, the First Pitch 2 Wheel curve ball machine throws up to 105 MPH & curve balls. Here are the specs: Throws dimple balls, real baseballs, 11" and 12" softballs, and foam / lightweight balls Throws curve balls, sliders, knuckle balls, fastballs, tailing fastballs and sidearm curves Has adjustable legs for baseball / softball use Has both a swivel function and a side to side adjustment that allows for angling the tires to throw the different pitches Ball turret makes both left handed and right handed pitches possible 1/3 HP U.S. made motor is more powerful than most machines on the market Fully enclosed motor also features oversize shaft and bearing for more strength & durability All steel construction Contoured ball track channels the ball through the machine for a more accurate pitch Spring loaded pivot point allows for smooth adjustments Contoured skid plate for greater accuracy and longer ball life Rubber capped legs prevent tube from filling up with dirt and provide solid footing on any surface Full size pitching machine tires provide long life and minimal wear on balls Easy to read control panel with a 0 through 10 speed dial representing 0 to 100 MPH Precision dampening lock allows for easy angle adjustments and locks machine setting during use Throws ground balls, pop flies and everything in between Weighs 110 pounds Optional Auto-Feeder available holds 16 BB or 12 SB FREE SHIPPING to the continental US Five Year top to bottom Manufacturer's Warranty Thanks for your interest! Regards Marty Schupak Youth Sports Club
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It depends on the machine is angled up or down, but my experience is that the ball becomes unstable at about 30 feet and curves wildly... We simply don't use the white balls but use the orange balls at a closer distance to achieve the affect of 60+ fastball
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If the total length of your cage is only 12 feet, you're only going to do soft tossing in that cage. This is ment to pitch from a distance of 40-60 feet or so and depending on the stress on the spring, it can adjust, the speed can get up to 45-60 mph. You can use hard ball, soft ball, tennis ball, or riff balls.