Pitching Machine Jugs Lite-Flite

Manufacturer: Jugs
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List Price: $415.00
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Product Description

Pitch for pitch and dollar for dollar, the Jugs Lite-Flite pitching machine is a terrific choice for up-and-coming hitters who want to hone their swings. The Lite-Flite isn't a big-league pitching machine, as it's designed to throw only Lite-Flite baseballs and 11- or 12-inch softballs or Jugs Bulldog baseballs and softballs. As a result, young hitters can learn how to hit sharp-breaking pitches without worrying about bruises or bone breaks. However, that doesn't mean the Lite-Flite won't prepare you for the bigs. The machine offers a full range of movement that adjusts for all types of pitches, including fastballs, curveballs, and sliders. In addition, you can adjust the swivel-design base casting 360 degrees to simulate fly balls, ground balls, and pop-ups--a must for fielders who want to practice defense in the backyard. And it doesn't matter which side of the plate you prefer, as the Lite-Flite throws both left- and right-handed pitches.

Other features include the Jugs' "always see the ball" delivery system; a quick-change design with exclusive Switch-and-Play knobs for adjusting the machine from baseball to softball in seconds; a portable design that fits snugly into two heavy-duty carrying bags; and a 1/8-horsepower, 1.3 amp motor. Designed to work both indoors and outdoors, the Lite-Flite weighs only 35 pounds and carries a one-year warranty.

Note: The Lite-Flite is compatible with the Jugs rechargeable battery pack (sold separately), a self-contained battery that runs your Lite-Flite machine for up to 3 hours of continuous use. Designed to recharge in only four hours, the battery pack comes complete with a 32-inch extension cord, a battery recharger, a nylon shoulder strap, and a heavy-duty nylon carrying case.

You can adjust the machine to throw both left- and right-handed pitches.

Specifications:

Recommended age: 5 to adult
Speed range: 30 to 50 miles per hour
Speed adjustments: Dial
Rechargeable battery pack: Sold separately
Power source: 110-volt AC
Motor: 1/8-horsepower, 1.3 amp
360-degree swivel: Yes
Cover: Yes, optional
Automatic feeder: No
In-line switch: No
Weight: 35 pounds
Warranty: 1 year

Product Details

Lightweight pitching machine for honing swings of up-and-coming hitters
Throws Lite-Flite baseballs and softballs or Jugs Bulldog baseballs and softballs
Full range of movement adjusts for fastballs, curveballs, and sliders
Swivel-design base rotates 360 degrees; throws left- and right-handed pitches
1/8-horsepower, 1.3 amp motor; weighs 35 pounds; 1-year warranty

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No more damage to outside of my house

Review Date: November 21, 2009

Reviewer: Mike L., New Jersey

Great machine so far; Used it about (6) times. Softball as well as baseball. Easy to set up. My son is 9 yrs has gotten too old to use real baseballs in the backyard and this machine was the perfect solution. Make sure you buy at least (2) dozen of the Lite Flight balls. I like the fact that balls are not pitched in the exact spot every time but hit most spots a regular strike zone. His hitting has improved as well as his bunting. Practice is the key.

Jugs Lite-Flite

Review Date: June 26, 2009

Reviewer: Gary S. Derstine, PA USA

I bought this so my daughter could get some swings on her off days from practice and games. Very portable and easy to use. I use it for softball but it also could be changed for baseball in minutes. Safe to use in the backyard with the Lite-Flite balls. Throws some nice curves and sometimes mixes in some rise balls in the fast-ball setting. Worth every penny I spent!! May pick up the battery pack so I can take it on the road.

This machine rocks!

Review Date: May 22, 2009

Reviewer: Kealoha Tauaefa,

The machine is wonderful. The first day we got it, we used it at softball practice. Girls that had never hit the ball before were actually hitting it because they weren't afraid of getting hit with the ball. I have no complaints about the machine whatsoever. I do want to mention that I ordered it on 4/19/09 and it was supposed to arrive on 4/25/09. The battery pack and balls arrived on 4/27 (already two days late) and the machine didn't arrive until OVER ONE MONTH LATER!!!! What's worse is the tracking number proved by USPS was good for nothing because it couldn't tell where the machine was! Although I love the machine, I will never order anything of importance from amazon.com again.

Baseball Mom

Review Date: January 11, 2009

Reviewer: Maggie, Illinois

I bought the Jugs Lite-Flite Pitching machine for a High School Baseeball Team for winter indoor practice, for Christmas. The Coaches are happy with the machines capabilities and saving our pitchers arms. They stated the machine does every pitch they want it to, and throws an 85 mph curve. They were impressed by the price I paid, and I couldn't believe the excellent shape the box arrived in, considering the weight. I also ordered 4 dozen extra balls and am very happy with the entire experience !

great pitching machine

Review Date: May 31, 2006

Reviewer: Amy Gillespie, Houston, TX

We wanted to get a decent home pitching machine that would pitch strikes fairly consistenly. After trying two other pitching machines, we finally decided to pay a little more and get the Jugs Lite Flite. It was definitely worth the extra $70. My eight and ten year olds love it. It will pitch the Jugs lite foam balls (baseballs or softballs). You don't have to worry about them getting hurt on an inside pitch b/c of the feel of the ball. We think this was money well spent. If you're deciding between this and other pitching machines that are under $350, I would go with this one for sure!

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