I Tested 1-Star Baseball Products

Lapp Bros

1 Jun 202415:46

Summary

TLDRIn this entertaining and candid video, the reviewer tests a variety of baseball equipment purchased online, ranging from a $30 pitching machine to a radar gun and sunflower seeds. The pitching machine is a humorous letdown, reminiscent of 'Drunk Uncle Ed,' while the radar gun shows inconsistent results. Surprisingly, the 'thing-a-ma-jig' pitching contraption works well, despite its initial skepticism. The reviewer also tries out batting gloves, a speed radar ball, and the infamous 'Eastn Hype Fire' bat, which surprisingly holds up to the test. The video concludes with a playful speed radar gun test on a pedestrian, revealing a surprisingly fast speed. Throughout, the reviewer provides honest feedback and a light-hearted commentary on each product.

Takeaways

🏠 The video features a baseball pitching machine bought online for $30, which was described as a terrible buy and compared to an inebriated Uncle Ed firing tennis balls at cousins.
🛠️ The setup of the pitching machine was troublesome, requiring borrowing a screwdriver and multiple trips to the store for batteries.
🎾 The machine's lowest setting fires balls at ankle level, and the reviewer humorously suggests it's as effective as hiring a drunk family member to pitch balls.
📉 The radar gun purchased for tracking car speeds was inconsistent and unreliable, giving out random readings and not living up to expectations.
🧤 The green batting gloves were surprisingly not bad, but the speed radar ball was deemed useless and compared to a random number generator.
🥜 The worst-rated sunflower seeds were tasteless and considered bird food by the reviewers, leading to a waste of the product.
🤹‍♂️ Another pitching machine, referred to as a 'thing-a-ma-jig,' was difficult to set up but surprisingly worked well after adjustments, providing some entertainment.
👐 The Tepper 202 by Bandit Sports was a disappointing product, not meeting the expectations of the reviewers.
🦄 A small unicorn glove was tested for durability and found to be surprisingly good, though its long-term performance was not assessed.
🏒 The Easton Hype Fire baseball bat was controversial with mixed reviews; the video shows it performing well initially but acknowledges the possibility of it cracking under stress.

Q & A

What did the reviewer buy for $30 on the internet?
-The reviewer bought a baseball pitching machine for $30 on the internet.
What childhood memory did MC Raven share in their review?
-MC Raven shared a memory of their Uncle Ed who would drink too much and then throw tennis balls at the cousins, often missing due to his poor aim.
What was the reviewer's initial impression of the pitching machine?
-The reviewer's initial impression was negative, comparing the pitching machine to the ineffective throws of 'Drunk Uncle Ed' and suggesting it was a terrible buy.
What difficulties did the reviewer encounter while setting up the pitching machine?
-The reviewer faced several difficulties, including needing to borrow a screwdriver, realizing the batteries were not included and having to buy them, and then discovering they bought the wrong batteries.
What was the reviewer's final verdict on the $30 pitching machine?
-The reviewer concluded that the pitching machine was a waste of money, suggesting it was as ineffective as paying an alcoholic family member to throw balls at children.
What was the reviewer's experience with the dual display speed radar gun?
-The reviewer found the radar gun to be inconsistent and unreliable, with it working fine for a short period before shutting off, and providing inaccurate readings of their son's pitch speeds.
What did the reviewer think of the sunflower seeds they tried?
-The reviewer found the sunflower seeds to be terrible, flavorless, and comparable to bird food, agreeing with other reviewers who had negative experiences with them.
What was the reviewer's opinion on the 'thing ofama jig' pitching machine?
-Despite its inaccuracy and complexity, the reviewer and their friend had a good time with the 'thing ofama jig' pitching machine and decided to give it a good review with five stars.
What did the reviewer think of the Tepper 202 by Bandit Sports?
-The reviewer found the Tepper 202 to be pathetic and not worth recommending.
What was the reviewer's experience with the Easton Hype Fire baseball bat?
-The reviewer was initially skeptical due to negative reviews but found that the bat performed well, with a soft barrel and good distance on hits, though they noted it might be prone to cracking.
What was the reviewer's final comment on the radar gun's ability to measure car speeds?
-The reviewer found that the radar gun was only useful for tracking car speeds going by their house, giving it three stars mainly because it lit up and was somewhat entertaining.

Outlines

00:00

😡 Frustrating Experience with a $30 Baseball Pitching Machine

The script describes a disappointing purchase of a $30 baseball pitching machine found online. The buyer shares a childhood memory of Uncle Ed, who would throw tennis balls at the family after drinking. The machine, unfortunately, reminds the buyer of those days with its poor performance. It fires balls at ankle level and has a low strike zone accuracy. The setup process was also a hassle, with missing batteries and the need to borrow tools. The buyer ends up comparing the machine unfavorably to Uncle Ed's pitching and suggests spending the money elsewhere.

05:01

🚦 Mixed Results with a Dual Display Speed Radar Gun and Other Baseball Accessories

The script moves on to a dual display speed radar gun, which the buyer purchased to monitor the speed of cars passing by. It initially works but then shuts off after a few minutes. The buyer also tries it for baseball pitches but finds it inconsistent and unreliable. Other reviewed items include a pair of green batting gloves, which were surprisingly decent, and a speed radar ball that was deemed useless. The buyer also tastes some poorly reviewed sunflower seeds, describing them as flavorless and comparable to bird food.

10:03

😂 Hilarious Struggle with a Complicated and Ineffective Pitching Machine

The narrative continues with the assembly and testing of another pitching machine, which the buyer found overly complicated and time-consuming to set up. The machine was difficult to adjust and did not maintain its settings, leading to frustration. The buyer humorously compares the machine to a 'thing-a-ma-jig' and expresses doubt about its functionality. Despite the challenges, the machine eventually works, albeit inaccurately, and the buyer and his friend have a laugh about it.

15:05

🏏 Testing the Durability and Performance of a Controversial Baseball Bat

The script concludes with a review of a controversial baseball bat known as the 'Eastn Hype Fire.' The bat has mixed reviews, with some claiming it breaks easily while others find it excellent. The buyer and his friend, Troy, test the bat's durability and performance. They are surprised by its resilience and the distance the ball travels when hit. Despite some concerns about the bat's hollow sound, they give it a positive review and recommend it to viewers.

🚦 Unexpected Speed Check with a Radar Gun

In a final anecdote, the buyer uses the radar gun to check their own speed while running, only to find that they were going faster than the speed limit in a residential area. The radar gun, despite its earlier issues, seems to function correctly in this instance, leading to a humorous realization of their speeding.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Baseball pitching machine

A baseball pitching machine is a device used to throw baseballs for practice, allowing players to improve their batting skills without the need for a human pitcher. In the video, the machine is a central theme as the reviewer bought it for his son to practice and compares it to a humorous anecdote about 'Drunk Uncle Ed'. The machine's performance and setup are critiqued, with the reviewer experiencing difficulties during the unboxing and testing process.

💡Radar gun

A radar gun is a device used to measure the speed of moving objects, often used by law enforcement to catch speeders or by sports enthusiasts to measure the velocity of balls in sports like baseball. In the script, the reviewer tests a dual display speed radar gun, which he bought to measure the speed of cars passing his house and also to test his son's pitch speeds, finding mixed results in its accuracy and reliability.

💡Batting gloves

Batting gloves are worn by baseball players to improve grip on the bat and to protect their hands. The gloves mentioned in the script are described as 'nasty green' and are part of a review of various baseball-related products. The reviewer's opinion on the gloves is that they were 'not all that bad', indicating a somewhat positive experience with them, contrasting with other products tested.

💡Sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a popular snack, often consumed at sporting events. The reviewer discusses the 'worst rated sunflower seeds on the internet', citing various negative customer reviews that describe the seeds as 'flavorless' and 'bird food'. The reviewer's own taste test confirms the negative opinions, finding the seeds to be terrible and agreeing with the poor reviews.

💡Adjustment

Adjustment refers to the process of modifying or setting something to a particular condition or position. In the context of the video, the reviewer talks about the difficulty of adjusting the pitching machine's angle to hit the strike zone correctly. The process of adjustment is portrayed as time-consuming and frustrating, indicating a negative aspect of the product's usability.

💡Accuracy

Accuracy is the quality of being correct or precise. The script discusses the accuracy of the radar gun and the pitching machine. For instance, the radar gun's inconsistent readings lead the reviewer to question its accuracy, while the pitching machine's inability to consistently hit the strike zone also raises concerns about its accuracy.

💡Tear test

A tear test is a durability test to see how resistant a material is to tearing. In the video, the reviewer performs a 'tear test' on a unicorn glove, which is a playful and informal way to check the glove's sturdiness. The glove passes the test, suggesting it is well-made despite its whimsical design.

💡Eastn Hype Fire bat

The Eastn Hype Fire bat is a controversial baseball bat mentioned in the script, with some reviewers claiming it's incredible and others saying it's garbage. The bat is tested for durability and performance in the video, with the reviewer hitting balls and listening for the sound it makes upon impact. Despite some reviews suggesting the bat might crack easily, the reviewer's experience is positive, with the bat performing well.

💡Consistency

Consistency refers to the quality of being steady or uniform throughout. In the context of the video, the reviewer uses the term to describe the radar gun's performance, stating that 'diarrhea has more consistency' than the gun, implying that the readings are erratic and unreliable.

💡Assembly

Assembly is the process of putting together the parts of a product to make it ready for use. The script describes the time-consuming and confusing process of assembling a pitching machine, with many levers, springs, and bolts. The reviewer expresses doubt about the complexity of the assembly and whether the machine could function properly.

💡Product review

A product review is an evaluation of a product's quality, performance, and value. The entire video script is centered around product reviews, with the reviewer testing various baseball-related items and sharing his experiences and opinions. The reviews cover aspects such as setup, functionality, durability, and overall satisfaction, guiding potential buyers on the products' merits and drawbacks.

Highlights

Purchased a baseball pitching machine online for $30.

MC Raven's review likened the machine to a 'Drunk Uncle Ed' with poor aim.

The lowest setting on the machine fires balls at ankle level.

Setup of the pitching machine was problematic, requiring multiple trips for tools and batteries.

The machine's performance was deemed terrible, with balls not reaching the strike zone.

A dual display speed radar gun was purchased for $115, with mixed reviews on its accuracy.

The radar gun showed inconsistent readings, sometimes accurate, sometimes far off.

A pair of green batting gloves were reviewed, with a generally positive reception.

The speed radar ball was considered useless, with random number generation.

Reviewed sunflower seeds received negative feedback for being flavorless and falsely advertised.

Another pitching machine was difficult to set up and adjust, leading to frustration.

A complex pitching machine was assembled, with doubts about its functionality.

The 'thing-a-ma-jig' pitching machine surprisingly worked, despite initial skepticism.

The Tepper 202 by Bandit Sports was reviewed as pathetic and not worth the investment.

A small unicorn glove was tested and found to be surprisingly durable.

The Easton Hype Fire bat was controversial, with some claiming it would crack easily.

The bat review concluded with a positive note, despite some reservations about its durability.

A radar gun was used to measure the speed of a vehicle, showing an unexpectedly high reading.