2018 Easton Ghost Fastpitch Bat Review
The 2018 Ghost was the dual-stamp (USA/ASA + USSSA) bat that launched the Easton Ghost dynasty in fastpitch, pairing the original Double Barrel design with a balanced, hot-out-of-the-wrapper feel that made it an instant standard for high school and travel hitters.
There's a newer version available. See the 2022 Ghost — the current model → 8.6/10The Score
How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: The bat that made the Ghost the fastpitch benchmark - elite balanced feel and pop with the original Double Barrel, marked down only for the shorter early sweet spot and the line's known durability variance.
Our Review
The 2018 Ghost (FP18GH10) is the bat that started it all. It is a two-piece, all-composite design built around Easton's first Double Barrel: an inner barrel at the lowest legal compression wrapped by a softer outer barrel, joined to the handle by CONNEXION+ for a clean, low-vibration feel. As the original dual-stamp version it carries the ASA/USA mark plus USSSA, NSA, ISA and ISF, so it remained legal for high school and NCAA play where the later 2019 USSSA-only Ghost was not. The barrel and handle use Easton's XTX (Xtra Tough Resin Matrix) composite, and the thin 29/32-inch handle wears a 1.2mm Hyperskin grip. It plays hot early with little break-in and stays balanced through the zone, which is why it spread so fast through travel ball. By current standards the sweet spot is a touch shorter than the extended Double Barrel bats that followed, and like all early Ghost composites it carries the line's mixed durability reputation, but as a legacy buy it is a lot of bat for the money.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Original dual-stamp Ghost - legal for ASA/USA, high school and NCAA plus USSSA
- Hot out of the wrapper with minimal break-in
- Balanced swing suits slappers, contact and developing power hitters
Cons
- Sweet spot is shorter than the later extended Double Barrel Ghosts
- Early Ghost composite durability is hit-or-miss
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Ghost |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Certification | Fastpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (Double Barrel, XTX, CONNEXION+) |
| Model # | FP18GH10 |
| Drop | -10 |
| Barrel | 2 1/4" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $316 |
Where to Buy
2018 Easton Ghost Fastpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2018 Easton Ghost a good Fastpitch bat?
We rate it 8.6/10 (Grade A). The 2018 Ghost was the dual-stamp (USA/ASA + USSSA) bat that launched the Easton Ghost dynasty in fastpitch, pairing the original Double Barrel design with a balanced, hot-out-of-the-wrapper feel that made it an instant standard for high school and travel hitters.
What drops does the Ghost come in?
The 2018 Ghost Fastpitch comes in -10.
Is the Easton Ghost Fastpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Fastpitch certified by the certifying labs. Meets USA Softball / USSSA fastpitch standards — legal for sanctioned fastpitch play.
How much does the 2018 Ghost cost?
MSRP is $316. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
New to buying bats? Read our bat sizing guide, certifications explained, or browse all guides.
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