Mariniman, Hey What up? I have a quick question for you. I have a 06 or 07 White Steel ,so it is not under warranty anymore, that broke in two pieces during of my game tonight. It broke right where the grip tape ends, the barrell went flying into the outfield grass! I've seen your name alot in the forums (here and the Demarini website), I also know your a factory hitter and you seem to have a good idea about Demarini works as a company. Do you think if I called cust service and told them the truth about the warranty and everything they might be able to help me out. I have never heard of the White Steel snapping like this before, where it snapped. My Demarini bag is full of nothing but Demarini sticks (ONE, RD 28, Raw Steel, and now 2 White Steels) so I support this company in every way that I can. Thanks in advance for your insight on this. PM sent also.