Derek Jeter Hurricane Batting Trainer

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Product 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

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Improve your batting average and slugging percentage with the Derek Jeter Hurricane Batting Trainer. This solo swing training machine is the ideal baseball swing trainer for batters who are serious about their games. The leaner, meaner, more durable model provides immediate feedback on bat speed and power. And the integrated ball and stick means you can practice alone--no more chasing balls!

Hit like the pros with the Derek Jeter Hurricane--perfect for solo batting training.

Features:

• Heavy duty construction, but lightweight (37 pounds)--can be moved easily
• Rugged, non-slip 4-foot base for indoor/outdoor use
• Easy set up and storage--no tools needed
• Can be used for solo tee practice or as a dynamic moving target
• Multi-Twist design provides immediate feedback on your swing--more revolutions means greater bat speed
• Improve your bat speed and power--hit and see how far it twists
• Use it like a stationary or moving target
• Perfect for baseball or softball training
• Use almost anywhere
• Includes Hurricane unit with 3 power bands, home plate and carry bag
• Suitable for ages 5 and older

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

• Product Dimensions: 36 x 36 x 4 inches ; 37 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 39.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000ICRQ20
• Item model number: JS10-000
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,282 in Sports & Outdoors (See Bestsellers in Sports & Outdoors)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good product concept, but has design flaw., June 17, 2007

By	J. Peters (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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 ([e-mail]) 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.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A quality product......, January 27, 2008

By	Floyd F. Dean (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for Timing and Power, May 23, 2007

By	J. Smith - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.