Product Description

The Hurricane combines the best elements of our "Hit-a-Way" with the best elements of the "Target." All-in-one, durable, quality solo hitting trainer. Excellent for baseball and softball training. Easy set up and use, adjustable center column.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13165 in Sports & Outdoors
• Color: Black
• Brand: Pro Performance Sports
• Model: JS10-000
• Released on: 2006-10-15
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 36.00" w x 36.00" l, 37.00 pounds

Features

• Improve your average and slugging percentage
• Integrated ball and stick means you can practice alone
• Rugged, non-slip 4-foot base for indoor/outdoor use
• Multi-Twist design provides immediate feedback on your swing
• Suitable for ages 5 and older

Customer Reviews

Good product concept, but has design flaw.
The hurricane is basically a holder for an older product called a "Hit-N-Stick". It also provides visual feedback on how hard the bat hits the target. The problem with my unit is that the power bands (bungee cords) that provide resistance, tangle with the height adjustment knob on almost every swing. The knob can be positioned so that tangles don't occur, but the knob drifts with each swing. So after a just few swings, the tangles start again.

I contacted SKLZ customer support by email (customerservice@properformancesports.com) a week ago. So far, no response.

The thing is usable but I am considering returning it. I wouldn't recommend purchasing until the flaw is addressed. The fact that customer service ignored me is also a big red flag.

A quality product......
I'm a senior adult (68), and I purchased this as a flexibility exerciser. I played baseball in my younger years, and knew I would use this if it really "tested" me. It does. It's heavy duty equipment, easily assembled, and works like a charm. It has three bungee bands for the really heavy hitters, but I just use two in order to make the ball arm rotate faster, thereby letting me hit when the ball is moving more quickly. This is being marketed to young folks, but I think it is useful for all ages. Thirty swings is a workout for me, but it's all fun.

Great for Timing and Power
Comparing this to the soft toss machine I used to use, I find this is much better for timing, and helping improve your swing. If you don't have a level swing, and hit the tee arm at the ideal spot, it will wobble instead of swing. Its a great training aid for those looking to improve their swing, without chasing balls.