1990's
In 1990, a Cuban immigrant named Mario Valdes founded Glomar in Fullerton, CA. Transitioning from his previous career as a player agent, Mario leveraged his player network to put bats in the hands of players. Back then, bats were made on copy lathes by hand. Before long, Glomar bats were gracing the hands of Major League Players and became the first small company to have its bats gain MLB certification. Glomar became emblematic of master craftsmanship with baseball legends like Chipper Jones, Manny Ramirez, and Vlad Guerrero Sr. among its users.
Mario shut the company down in late 2018. Glomar was resurrected in 2024 by a group of former baseball players. One of those players is former Glomar client and Hall of Famer, Chipper Jones. Mario remains an enthusiastic advisor to our new team. His story is the stuff of legends in the baseball community, and we are so honored to share
this journey and to carry on his legacy.
Where Legacy Meets Launch Speed
Glomar has entered a new era, now headquartered in Seal Beach, CA, at a cutting-edge facility featuring a state-of-the-art bat lab powered by HitTrax Pro. Here, we don’t just swing bats, we engineer them to our players’ needs. Using advanced biometrics and performance data, we custom-fit every bat to maximize your game.
Our roots in hand-finished craftsmanship still run deep, but today it's paired with aerospace-grade precision, highly engineered coatings, and efficient manufacturing techniques that deliver the highest-performing bats on the planet.
From our BBCOR-certified metal bats to our elite lineup of custom wood bats, Glomar bats are built to dominate. Every model is crafted with intention, tested, tuned, and trusted by players who want more from their most valuable tool.
Our vision is bigger than ever: honor Glomar’s legacy while pushing the boundaries of bat design, technology, and performance.
Whether you're a rising star or a seasoned pro, we’re here to help you find your perfect bat, one engineered just for you.