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Features
-8 Length to Weight Ratio
2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
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Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Nanocomp Technology Inside
Anisotropic Composite Weave
Premium Grade Blended Fiber Technology
Extra Long Barrel
One-Piece Full Composite Design
Precision Molding Technology
Variable Stiffness Technology for Bigger Sweetspot
Extra Kevlar in the Handle Produces a Stiffer Feel
Features USSSA 1.15 Stamp; Legal for Use in 2012
**BPF 1.15**
Description
New for The B3SL1 features the USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp and is legal for play in After a long wait, the B3 finally makes its debut in senior league baseball! COMBAT has wowed crowds and players alike over the years with some of the HOTTEST composite bats to ever hit the market. Expect nothing different this time around. The B3 SL features COMBAT's classic one-piece fully composite design. The B3 is made with Blended Fiber Technology, where Arimid fibers (found in bullet proof vests) are combined with the highest quality carbon and glass fibers in varying proportions and precise angles to get more trampoline effect and absorb vibrations. The premium grade carbon fiber used on the B3 produces the highest barrel reactivity of any bat COMBAT makes. This results in more energy transfer to the ball and greater distance. More Kevlar in the handle of the B3 also produces a stiffer feel than is found on the 52 Caliber. Through the use of Anistrophic Composite Technology, COMBAT was able to create a composite weave that enhances key parts of the barrel to optimize performance and extend durability. The sweetspot of the B3 is enlarged through the use of Variable Stiffness Technology which lowers barrel wall stiffness on each side. This gives players mega pop on every hit! Durability and solid construction are key to this year's COMBAT line. That is why they have added Nanocomp Technology to the B3. Nanocomp uses carbon nanotubes to effectively fill in gaps between fibers to dramatically increase bat strength. The B3 also features a higher grade resin than the 52 Caliber, making this the highest quality baseball bat COMBAT has ever constructed. COMBAT: For Players, By Players! This bat is backed by a Full Twelve Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping!
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are they going to make this bat in a drop 10? hitman
The B3SL1 has been available in a drop 10 for quite some time now. It will be a different color scheme, but structurally it is the same (just a drop 10). It is on our website under the title "2012 COMBAT B3: B3SL1 -10 Senior League".
Ryan
I'm thinking about getting this bat or the CF5. Please don't tell me you can't go wrong with either one because I want to know which one is truly the better bat. Thanks cHiLiNaLlDaTiMe
Truly...there is not one bat on the market that is head and shoulders above the rest. I've heard lots of feedback on both the CF5 and B3. The CF5 is a two-piece bat that is beneficial for contact or gap hitters looking to add a bit more pop. The B3 is a stiffer, one-piece bat that is often preferred by power hitters. Both are top of the line bats and it depends on what type of hitter you are and your personal preference. If you posted this question in a large forum setting, I bet you would get a lot of feedback saying that the CF5 is better. I also bet you would get a lot of feedback saying the B3 is better. I've heard customers say that the CF5 is the best bat they've hit with, I've also heard other customers that say the B3 is the best bat they've hit with.
TJ
I had the same question as chilinalidatime. I just bought the CF5 for my son who is a power hitter. Just wondering if I should have got the B3 from what you noted on the bats. Can you please explain why you think the CF5 is for gap hitters and the B3 is for power hitters? Thank you. Coach
The CF5 is a two-piece bat that will flex more during the hitter's swing. This flex causes the bat head to whip forward during contact creating more bat head speed. This is beneficial for gap or contact hitters who don't have as much natural power looking to add a little more distance to their hits. A one-piece bat like the B3 is stiffer and won't flex as much. A strong, power hitter with high swing speed often benefits from a stiff one-piece bat. Too much flex can be a bad thing. If a strong hitter with high swing speed were to swing a two-piece bat with a lot of flex, it could "over-flex" and cause the bat head to whip around too late. This could lead to a loss of bat control and ball placement.
TJ
I have been looking at the cf5 and the -8 combat b3 and I'm 13, 5'6" power hitter. Which bat would you recommend? BONES
Generally, one piece bats are preferred by power hitters. COMBAT has huge sweet spots, and tremendous pop.
lkh
will this be legal for little league juniors ball? Sleadd
Under their new rules it will not be. The B3 is a composite bat. If you want to use a composite barreled bat in Little League Juniors, it will have to be a -3 Adult bat.
Derek
Would this be a good bat for my 8 year old son Cmoney101
Unless he is used to a -8 weight, this bat might be a bit heavy for an 8yr old. Generally, unless your batter is a pretty strong guy, kids his age use a -10. We have this bat in a -10, the model # is B3SL1, made same way, all the same, except the weight is lighter.
Linda
i am 5"3 114 pounds and strong i am thinking of either getting the omen,b3 or cf5 which of those 3 would be best for me bat freak
B3 would be an incredible bat for you! HUGE sweetspot, incredible pop, nice balance.
Linda
Does this bat meet the 2012 BBCOR requirements that Little League International and USSSA have adopted? Ron
This bat does meet the certifications required for the 2012 season, adn features the USSSA certification stamp on the bats transition zone.
Derek
The info we were given is that in 14&u youth big barrel they can either use a bat that is USSSA certified,which allows you to go lighter. BUT if they are bigger and stronger, and can use a -3, then it must be BBCOR certified. So depending on the size, age and strength of your batter, he could use this bat, yes.
Linda
Is there any talk of a combat B4 senior league and when would it be coming out? SPEEDYBOY
As of right now, we haven't heard any new news on a B4 senior league being released.
Todd
Does this bat meet the BBCOR requirements. MANNMULF
This bat is not a BBCOR bat. All BBCOR bats are going to be -3 adult bats. These are all the BBCOR bats that we carry; http://www.justbats.com/products/approved%20for~bbcor/
Todd
What's the difference between the 52 cal and the b3 Jake
The B3 has a different composite construction which allows it to maintain a high level of performance for a longer period of time. COMBAT claims that the materials used in the B3 are also a little higher quality than the 52.
K.B.
Will the 2011 B3SL -8 be legal in junior leagues? It doesn't have the BBCOR label Woody
The only bats that are BBCOR approved are the -3 models, this bat is not BBCOR approved so it is not little league Junior division approved
John
does this bat come in drop 5? colt
This bat does not come in a drop 5
Sean
My son (now 12 years old) has a B2 (-8), so we have to make changes. I'm looking at the Marucci Black, Marucci CAT5 squared, and ComBAT B3. He had a big growth spurt and is a power hitter. He could go -5 now (which could be of value as he is 2 years from high school). He always hit 1-piece bats better (too much flex in the 2-piece). I'm not sure about the Black's 2-piece structure, so that may not be a good fit. Could I get some educated thoughts on this? I appreciate your help! rickh
The B3SL1 is going to probably more of a fit for him. This bat is going to be a one-piece comopsite and have a stiff feel to it. Most power hitters like the stiff feel to their bats. The Marucci Black is going to have more a balanced feel to it, but also has tremendous amount of pop. Both bats are great and high performing, but the COMBAT B3 only comes in a -8, as to where the Marucci comes in a -5.
Ryan
Compare combat b3 to cf5 Allen
Both are great bats, but the b3 maybe the more balanced of the two.
Shelbe
Will this crack as much as the b2 Buckeye
We have not heard any issues as of yet with this bat cracking as much compared to other models. If something does occur then you are cover a Twelve Month Manufacturer with COMBAT.
John
Can I use it for pony league? Baseball
Based on the information I have, this bat is legal for use in Pony League baseball. I would suggest checking with your league official as well, since each league can have different rules.
Jennifer
Can this bat be used in jr league 13U? bigboi06
This bat would not be legal for use in Junior League. All composite barrel bats used in Junior League must be BBCOR certified. All BBCOR certified bats are adult -3 bats. Since the rules do change for each league, I would suggest checking with your league official just to make sure though.
Jennifer
I recently purchased this bat for my son and I'm wondering if there is any break in period routine that needs to be followed? Thanks for the great service! Tim
This bat is a one piece composite bat, and does require a break in. We recommend taking about 150-200 hits either off of a tee or soft toss, starting out at about 40% power and gradually increasing the closer you get to the 200 hit mark. Also, make sure you are using the same balls you would use in a game and are rotating the bat about a 1/4 of an inch in between each hit. This will help ensure an even break in all around the bat.
Jennifer
How does the -8 differ from the -10 in this bat for a strong 12 year old power hitter? Any suggestions? Casey
They aren't different, except for the weight. This is just to provide more options for players at different levels of play who need different weights. Most 12 year old players will use a bat closer to a -8.
Tyler
Is this bat legal for Pony? combat kid
Yes, the COMBAT B3 is approved from our knowledge this bat is approved for Pony. We always recommend you to get in contact with a coach or a league official first.
John
Is this bat BBCOR? noahman
The 2012 COMBAT B3 is not BBCOR certified. Only adult -3 bats will have that certification.
Jennifer
Is the sweet spot on the -8 longer than the -10? Mitch
The sweet spot on the 2012 COMBAT B3 is going to be the same for the -8 and the -10. Both are large sweet spots.
Nick K.
Is this bat legal for Babe Ruth and travel baseball 14U? Thx
The 2012 COMBAT B3 would not be legal for Babe Ruth. Babe Ruth requires that all composite big barrels be BBCOR certified. The B3 does have the USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp, so it would be legal for USSSA sanctioned events.
Nick K.
Is this bat legal for 2015 Pony Pinto division? Wayne
The COMBAT B3 Senior League Baseball Bat (B3SL1 -8) features the USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp and has a 2 5/8" barrel diameter. These features make the bat legal for play in the Pinto division of Pony.
Jason
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A product of the CE Composites brand, COMBAT entered the baseball and softball worlds in 2004. Since that point, the company has emerged as the fastest growing brand within the industries. Their bats have set a higher standard in all leagues and age ranges.
The brains behind COMBAT are not only regarded as composite design, manufacturing and engineering experts, but they are also die hard fans and players of the game. Above all, they strive to understand what players need and want. They truly live by their motto:
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