Facts as the maker states them, read 13 Oct 2026
A padded vinyl-covered foam target about 43 by 63 inches for catcherless, location-based command work, shipped with mounting straps and no screen. The page says it does not measure velocity, spin, movement or any release characteristic.
| Type | Padded pitching target |
|---|---|
| In the set |
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| Sizes | Pitching Pad (padded pitching target); Pitching Pad cover only (replacement cover); Pitching Pad w 6'x4' Safety Screen (10% OFF COMBO) |
| Ages | athletes age 13 and older under qualified adult supervision |
| Level | Baseball and softball pitchers at any level |
| Training goal | Throwing accuracy |
| Also on the page |
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| Warranty | 60-day limited warranty |
| Availability | In stock |
| Maker SKU | TPP-2 (pad); PPCover (cover only); TPP64 (pad with 6x4 screen combo) |
| The maker says |
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| Source | oatesspecialties.com, product page, read 13 Oct 2026 |
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- Anytime Baseball SupplyRetailer ratings: TAP weighted baseball0 reviews
- Pavilion (supplier directory)Other source: Oates Specialties supplier profile0 reviews
- Anytime Baseball Supply Daily Diamond blog (Kevin M. King, undated)Other source: Best weighted baseballs roundup, TAP entryThe source says: Calls TAP the store's best-selling and highest-rated weighted ball with a durable synthetic leather cover
- SidelineSwapOther source: Used pitcher's training kit with TAP items0 reviews
- Local Gyms and Fitness (directory)Other source: Oates Specialties LLC profile0 reviews
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