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Varo makes high performance products. Take care of yourself, others and your Varo. Please read all instructions and see our Safety Warning section below for further details.

WHAT BAT SIZES DO THE VARO PRODUCTS FIT?

ARC 12oz SMALL: Fits 2 1/4” Barrel Baseball Bats

ARC 12oz: Fits 2 3/4” & 2 5/8” Barrel Baseball Bats

ARC 12oz SOFTBALL: Fits 2 1/4” Barrel Softball Bats

We discontinued the Varo ARC 16oz, however, that model Fits 2 3/4” & 2 5/8” Barrel Baseball Bats.

COR 20oz: Fits 2 3/4” & 2 5/8” Barrel Baseball Bats

RAP +4oz: Fits most bats (baseball, softball, 2 1/4”, 2 3/4” & 2 5/8”.

HOW DO I FIND THE SIZE OF MY BAT BARREL?

The size of your bat barrel is usually measured in inches (e.g., 2 5/8”), and is typically written on the barrel of a bat. Most barrel widths are 2 1/4”, 2 5/8”, or 2 3/4”.

WILL VARO PRODUCTS FIT SLOW PITCH OR YOUTH BATS?

Yes, we have Varo weights that fit youth bats, softball bats, big barrel bats, including wood bats and metal bats. Our Varo weights fit bats as indicated, and please ensure the correct fit Varo for your bat type. Contact us if you have any questions about the sizing.

THE VARO ARC IS LIGHTER THAN MANY OTHER BATTING WEIGHTS, WHY?

The Varo ARC’s revolutionary weight distribution technology disperses weight to the end of the bat, providing a weighted ‘barrel feel.’ Our weight distribution technology achieves a more efficient weighted swing, allowing use of less weight on your bat. For those players who desire a more traditional weighted feel, the Varo COR provides a traditional feel, with all of our Varo technology.

WHY IS THE VARO RAP ONLY 4 OUNCES?

The Varo RAP adds 4 ounces to your bat for live hitting – which is the perfect weight. If you have 30 ounce bat, you’re now hitting with a 34 ounce bat when you slip on the RAP. Because the RAP is designed for live hitting, the combination of taper and barrel weights provides a natural feel that optimizes moment of inertia. All while helping you maintain your natural swing during hitting.

HOW DOES THE RAP PROTECT MY BAT? WILL THERE BE SOME MARKS?

The RAP features vibration dampening technology, synthesized with compression layering for realistic ball flight and ultimate bat protection. During its lifetime, the RAP may become discolored and/or experience marking from baseballs. This is natural, as the RAP is designed to take the impact while minimizing the wear on the bat. While the bat may in some instances sustain slight ball markings, the RAP is designed to take a majority of the impact and ball markings. (Imagine the markings on a bat without the RAP!). Please note that rubber cage balls are significantly more abrasive on bats and may reduce the lifespan of the RAP. Do not use the RAP if it is damaged or excessively worn. Although the RAP is intended to minimize abrasion on the bat, use of the RAP does not guarantee protection of the bat.

WHY IS THE VARO COR NOT AVAILABLE IN A 2 1/4” SIZE?

With the COR’s 20oz heavier weight and feel (compared to the ARC’s 12oz and the RAP’s 4oz), it is designed for older athletes using larger barrel bats. However, we pride ourselves on providing the perfect product for every swing – that’s why we’ve found that the Varo ARC 12oz SMALL and the Varo RAP 4oz provides the perfect mix of weight and barrel feel for younger baseball players swinging 2 1/4” barrel baseball bats.

HOW DO I APPLY THE VARO ARC OR COR ON MY BAT?

Slide the handle of your bat through the top (which says “VARO”) end of the Varo weight and slide the Varo weight towards the end of the barrel of your bat. The Varo weight should ‘catch’ on the taper of your bat, so that the top of the Varo weight (which says “VARO”) is on the barrel, and the bottom of the weight is closer to your hands. If you are still having trouble, look inside your Varo weight. The end with fins on the inside is the True Fit Core end, and this end should be closest to the handle of your bat.

WHEN AND WHERE SHOULD I USE MY VARO?

The Varo ARC and COR weights are designed and created to condition off-field, and dial-in your swing before stepping up to the plate. So, use your Varo ARC and COR in the on-deck circle before stepping to the plate and off-the field to condition baseball and softball specific muscles (meaning, you can condition in your backyard). Just remember, the Varo ARC and COR weights are not designed for live batting so don’t strike baseballs or softballs (or any other objects, including tees) with the ARC or COR on your bat.

The Varo RAP id designed and created for live hitting, and to protect the barrel of your bat during travel and storage. So, use your Varo RAP during soft-toss, tee work, in the cages, and in live BP. We suggest keeping your Varo ARC on your bat anytime you’re not hitting, so that it protects your bat, especially keeping the sweet spot out of harm’s way and from getting scratched or dented.

CAN I HIT WITH THE VARO BAT WEIGHT ON?

The Varo RAP – Yes! The Varo ARC and COR – No!

WHO IS VARO MADE FOR?

You’ve probably seen your favorite Pros and Major League teams swinging Varo bat weights, but we have models for all players. Designed to benefit players of all skill levels and ages, Varo bat weights are created for players from Youth to Pro – Baseball to Softball.

SAFETY WARNING

Read all instructions, warnings and the Warranty & Guarantee before use. Improper use of product can potentially result in serious injury or death to players, coaches and spectators. Supervision by adult recommended for players under 18. Confirm correct fit on bat. Ensure product is properly secured and fitted before swinging. Inspect product before each use. Do not use if damaged or excessively worn.

WHY DO SHOPPING LINKS REDIRECT TO MARKWORT SPORTING GOODS COMPANY?

Markwort Sporting Goods Company is a manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods based in Saint Louis, Missouri. In addition to its own brand(s) of products, Markwort also distributes many other name brand and up and coming brands to sporting goods retailers and consumers around the country, and world. Markwort distributed the Varo line-up for several years and in March 2021 acquired Varo and all products and trademarks associated; as of that date Markwort is the manufacturer and distributor of Varo. Markwort’s goal is to continue to develop Varo batting weights and related products as the premier brand for your On Deck Baseball and Softball batting weights and training aids.

CALIFORNIA DISCLOSURES

CALIFORNIA TRANSPARENCY SUPPLY CHAIN ACT DISCLOSURES.

Varo Baseball, as required by the California Transparency Supply Chain Act, discloses its efforts to mitigate the risk of slavery and human trafficking in our supply chain, as follows:

Varo Baseball, through third parties and its affiliates, assesses its direct supply chain for risks, including slavery and human trafficking. Suppliers of Varo Baseball prohibits suppliers from using forced labor in any form. Varo Baseball, conducts announced and unannounced audits of suppliers with regard to compliance and local laws, including the prohibition on slavery and human trafficking. In addition, suppliers certify that they are in compliance with the laws in the countries where the suppliers operate. Suppliers who are in violation of the Varo Baseball standards and local laws are subject to corrective action plans or termination. Varo Baseball trains its employees who have responsibility for its direct supply chain, including the prohibition on slavery and human trafficking and ways to mitigate this risk.

California Privacy Rights

Supplemental Privacy Notice to California Residents

Under California Civil Code section 1798.83 (the “Shine the Light” law), California residents who provide personal information in obtaining products or services for personal, family or household use are entitled to request and obtain from us (once per calendar year and free of charge) certain information about the customer information we shared, if any, with other businesses for their own direct marketing uses. If applicable, this information would include the categories of customer information disclosed to the third parties for their direct marketing purposes and the names and addresses of third parties that received such information for the immediately prior calendar year.

If you are a California resident and would like to make a request, please contact us by e-mail at sales@markwort.com or by letter to:

Markwort Sporting Goods Company
Compliance Department
1203 Ambassador Blvd
Saint Louis, Missouri USA 63132

For all requests, include your full name, street address, city, state and zip code. If you have previously furnished an email address to us, or have registered on our sites, please provide your email address and registration info as well (do NOT provide your password to us). In the subject line of your request you should state that it is regarding “Your California Privacy Rights”.

This supplemental privacy notice to California residents is part of our Privacy Policy. For more information on our privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy. Click Here

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: INFORMATION ABOUT PROP 65
What is Proposition 65?

The State of California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (commonly referred to as Proposition 65 or Prop 65) requires that consumers be provided with a warning when an environment or product may contain or expose them to any of the chemicals on the Prop 65 list.

What kinds of chemicals and materials are on the list?

The list contains a wide range of chemicals and materials which in some cases may be naturally occurring everyday elements, or synthetic. This list is updated periodically and includes more than 900 chemicals, many that are normally present in common materials, such as vinyl.

What does Proposition 65 require?

In order to comply with Prop 65, manufacturers are required to clearly post the warning label on or at the point of sale of applicable products if they may be sold in California in order to provide adequate notice to consumers.

What does a Proposition 65 warning mean?

It means that the manufacturer issuing the warning believes that one or more listed chemicals is present in its products, even if it is only present in trace quantities. Please be assured that Varo Baseball products labeled in accordance with Proposition 65 comply with all applicable governmental standards, including those under the jurisdiction of the CPSC. Varo Baseball labels applicable products as follows:

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (California law requires this warning to be given to customer in the State of California)

How can I get more information?

The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, OEHHA, maintains a comprehensive website at http://www.oehha.org/prop65/html. This website explains the law and offers a list of all the chemicals and materials.

You can also email or telephone the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment’s Proposition 65 Implementation Office at (916) 445-6900.

Should you have any questions or concerns or seek further clarification, please email us at: sales@markwort.com.

HOW DO I CONTACT VARO BASEBALL?

If you have questions or comments, we’d love to hear from you. Our FAQs should help answer most commonly asked questions. You can always email or call.

Varo Baseball

sales@markwort.com

314.942.1199