The SnugBat Master System: Engineered glass-filled PETG frame, swappable rubber pin bushings, calibration bumpers, and ejector slide.
Mechanical tile ejection: simply push the slider to lift the edge, then pick up the tile with your fingers—no pry bars, no rim distortion.
Swappable rubber pin bushings (10mm or 3/8") eliminate wheel chatter and slop, providing a firm, vibration-damped connection to your wheelhead.
One-time studio calibration: use the included swap tool to seat the bumpers matching your batch of tiles, then store the tool away.
Fully serviceable design: the ejector slide snaps out effortlessly for quick cleaning or complete field replacement.
Engineered for a Lifetime of Production
SnugBat™ System
The Precision Foundation for Throwing on Square Bat Inserts
Standard 6-inch tiles make an exceptional throwing surface: they are rigid, completely warp-free, water-durable, and cost pennies compared to traditional bats. Unfortunately, the fixed sizing of most bat adapters results in fitment issues - the bat & drive pins are either too loose or too tight. True to its name, the SnugBat™ delivers a dual promise: a perfectly snug, vibration-free fit on your wheel pins, and a secure, zero-rattle grip on your bat insert.
Our integrated ejection slider pops your insert upward from beneath with a single motion—allowing you to lift the edge with your fingertips without prying or touching wet rims.
Leave your bat in the studio where it belongs. Other systems advise hauling your bat frame into hardware store aisles to physically test tiles one-by-one. SnugBat solves this with modular, color-coded bumpers accommodating 150mm to 155mm inserts (5.91" - 6.10"). Pick up standard tiles from a big box hardware store, or cut your own MDF squares. Snap in the corresponding bumpers with the included calibration tool, and achieve a perfect, zero-rattle fit on your wheel.
Studio Tip for Glazed Tiles: Because glazed ceramic tiles are non-porous, cut your piece with a wire immediately after throwing if leaving it to dry to leather-hard on the tile. This releases base tension and completely prevents cracks. Alternatively, use porous bisque tiles or cut MDF squares for traditional absorption.
Built for Longevity: 100% Serviceable Wear Parts
Most bats end up in the landfill when the pin holes wallow out or mechanical parts wear down. The SnugBat prevents this: our rubber pin drive bushings, bumpers, and mechanical ejector slider are fully swappable wear components. Refresh them anytime to keep your bat throwing like new for years.
Specifications
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Tailored Pin Drive Bushings (10mm or 3/8"): Select your exact wheel pin standard at checkout (10mm for Shimpo/Nidec or 3/8" for Brent, Pacifica, Bailey, and others). Replaceable high-damping rubber inserts eliminate pin wobble and isolate vibration.
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Pry-Free Mechanical Ejection: Smooth-sliding, one-handed ejection lifts the insert edge for easy fingertip removal—no screwdrivers, mud tools, or prying required.
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Multi-Material Insert Adaptability: Throw on cheap glazed ceramic tiles ($0.50/ea), porous unglazed bisque tiles, or cut 6" MDF/hardboard squares. Calibrate the pocket from 150mm to 155mm for zero rattle.
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Dedicated Calibration Tool: Includes a purpose-built swap tool to make setting up and swapping your bumpers quick and straightforward.
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Glass-Filled PETG Architecture: Exceptionally rigid, warp-proof, and gentle on wet hands, with rounded profiles and smooth contact surfaces.
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Fully Supported Ecosystem: Replacement bushings, ejectors, and bumper sets are always available to order separately.
The Economics of Tile Bats
Invest once in a precision master frame, then expand your bat capacity indefinitely using hardware store ceramic tiles or cut hardboard (~$0.30–$1.00 each).
| Bats Needed | SnugBat System* | MDF Bats (~$9/ea) | Plastic Bats (~$15/ea) |
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| 1 | $59 | $9 | $15 |
| 5 | $63 | $45 | $75 |
| 10 | $68 | $90 | $150 |
| 25 | $83 | $225 | $375 |
| 50 | $108 | $450 | $750 |
| 100 | $158 | $900 | $1,500 |
*Assumes standard 6-inch hardware store tile expansion after the included starter tile.
Setup, Bushing Sizing & Replacement Parts
Need extra replacement bushings, spare ejectors, or tips on choosing between tile, bisque, and MDF?
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$59.00
Select your bushing standard (10mm or 3/8") when ordering. Includes master bat, starter tile, bumper sets, bumper swap tool, and installed rubber bushings.