Rawlings VELO BBCOR Baseball Bat: BBRV3
Features
2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
BBCOR Certified - Approved for High School and Collegiate Play
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Comp-Lite Composite End Cap - Removes Unnecessary Weight and Improves Balance
Precision-Optimized-Performance (pOp 2.0) Technology - Creates Additional Barrel Flex and 25% Larger Sweet Spot
One-Piece Alloy Construction
Extended Barrel and Sweet Spot - Compared to Rawlings 5150
AP - Acoustic-Performance - Maximizes Alloy Strength and "Ping"
-3 Length to Weight Ratio
Stiff, Alloy Handle - Provides Consistent Feel at the Plate
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Legal For Play In Intermediate (50-70) & Junior League Divisions Of Little League
Description
The next generation of Rawlings VELO BBCOR Baseball Bat: BBRV3! The VELO has earned a reputation for being one of the lightest swinging BBCOR bats on the market, and the new version completely backs it up. Thanks to the VELO's Comp-Lite Composite End Cap, unnecessary weight is removed from the barrel of the bat, shifting the MOI towards the players hands. If the swing speed you generate with this bat doesn't turn heads at the park, the maximum pop and resonating "ping" created by the bat's stiff flex, fully alloy construction, and AP (Acoustic Performance) Technology surely will. Like many of you already know, some bats that focus on maximizing swing speed fall short in other performance categories. But not the VELO. Not only is this an extremely well-balanced design, but its barrel offers Precision-Optimized Performance (pOp 2.0) Technology for an extended barrel and sweet spot. Explosive swing speed and a massive barrel: a game-winning combination! This bat is BBCOR Certified for High School and Collegiate play, and it is backed by a full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Pick up the Rawlings VELO BBCOR Baseball Bat: BBRV3 today at JustBats.com. The shipping is always free, and we're always here for you - from ClickToHit!
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 71 Customer Reviews
Great bat Bert player
Pros: light weight amazing pop great sound I had the mako and so far this bat seems to have way more pop off the barrel
Cons: vibration when hit off the end
Best New Bat Trevor player
Pros: Very well balanced. Weight is distributed very evenly. Ball flies off of the barrel and travels for great distance. The grip is awesome and best bat on the market.
Cons: none
Mr. RB RB parent
Pros: As usual the new 2015 does not disappoint, great pop!
Cons: Just takes a minute to get use to the lighter feel
Great Bat Jake player
Pros: Just got my 2016 Velo, and i can already tell that im gonna love it. When you put this bat in your hands you feel like with every swing you'll be able to hit one over. Feels great in your hand, extremely light feeling, and amazing pop off the bat. Overall my favorite bat and i will get the 2017 Version.
Cons: none
velo bbcor 32-29 Ryno parent
Pros: Great pop out if the box . Well balanced bat . HR hitting as well as hard line drive pop. My son has always swung a velo . Says he will contuine to swing one as he transtions to BBCOR
Cons: no cons ....
AHHHHHHHMAZZZZINGGGGGG RICK JOHNSON player
Pros: EVERYTHING
Cons: NONE
Greatness RB parent
Pros: Well balanced with lots of pop! The best on the market by far
Cons: No improvements needed
Great bat! Mr. Rodgers parent
Pros: My son had immediate success with this bat. Very nice pop and the ball does travel further than his other bats he has used. His bat speed is also quicker.
Cons: none yet, except the price.
Awesome bat!!!!! Talmond player
Pros: This bat feels like it is 5oz lighter then it is. Has great pop and I would well refer to it for first year bbcor bat users. Overall this bat is $300, but is worth every single penny!!!
Cons: Everyone wants to use it!!
More than happy. The bat pro player
Pros: The pop and feel this bat has when hit in the sweet spot (very big sweet spot) is like no other and is better than the MAKO.
Cons: A little sting off the end but it just encoraged me to hut the sweet spot even more.
the velo is a boss Ryan player
Pros: this bat is amazing i used it for 3 games and i was just dropping bombs. it has a super loud ping g that does hurt your ears when hitting but i like it. a little bit of sting when hitting it to close down the barrel, just wear batting gloves. lay down some pine tar on the barrel and watch it fly, dont use in cages with those yeloow rubber fake balls. overall great bat. also has a grip similar to lizard skin works the same.
Cons: a little sting
best bat i've swung see saw soo player
Pros: crazy pop, cool graphics, super light, and i used for my first game and got 2 dingers this bat is amazing
Cons: i used to have the 2015 voodoo, and it had a very thin handle that i like but this bat has a thicker handle but it doesnt matter
Great Buy Manavan player
Pros: Handle and grip are excellent, sweet spot is big, pop is phenomenal, weight is very evenly distributed, very loud ping sound at point of contact.
Cons: None
Great Bat! Char player
Pros: I made the switch from swinging two-piece Easton bats to swinging a Velo. The ball Flys off of the bat and the loud "ping" is extremely intimidating
Cons: None
rawlings velo 2017 will "sledgehammer" baynes player
Pros: My son loved the bat right out of the box. he said it had great feel, balance and pop. he had the demarini voodoo and his exit speed is higher with the velo. its a good bat. love the loud ping noise it makes coming off the bat.
Cons: none yet
Rawlings bats are taking over!!! Bandits Dad coach
Pros: Pulled it out of the shipping box and started hitting some batting practice....had a great feel to the bat, and even better POP!!!
Cons: Once the team saw the Velo in action and how the ball jumped off the bat, EVERYONE now wants to use it.
This bat is the best bat i have ever swung Acey Martin player
Pros: It is awesome
Cons: nothing
distance mundy player
Pros: This bat launches balls miles and I know a lot about bats. I have played in the SEC and have to say this bat destroys pitches. Half size is good but 34 is the size you want for extreme mass to ball flight
Cons: color is off this year
2016 VELO Jesus Teregeyo player
Pros: - very nice feel - light weight (you can get your hands fast through the zone) - great pop - you get feedback from sound - takes 1 or 2 swings to get used to
Cons: - everyone wants to use it
Massive Pop Louis player
Pros: -Bigger sweet spot compared to last year -Lightest bat on market(my 34" feels like a 32" it's amazing) -No break in time -Comfortable, thin grip -Tons of pop, ball flies(feels like old BESR bats)
Cons: -Vibration(not a big deal though) -Loses pop faster than composite bats in my opinion
solid but feelings incomplete Tommy player
Pros: solid
Cons: just doesnt have wow factor for $250-$300 bucks,, easton xl1/mako is better.
2k16 Velo Landon Cato player
Pros: Great Balance Feels Solid at contact and you feel something behind the ball when you make contact
Cons: Nothing Yet, all feels great
Great bat Trevor player
Pros: Best bat I have ever had. Sweet spot is huge and not much vibration off the handle or end. Ball flies off barrell. Great bat!
Cons: None
VELO Gman coach
Pros: Usually very pleased with Rawings products. EXCELLENT Balance solid pop.
Cons: It's too early to determine durability for this bat. We had a Raleigh Trio last season. A few months after the warranty expired, the bat went kurplunk and was worthless. HENCE, we shall see.
love this bat!!! cool2 player
Pros: Nicely balanced , lets u get through the zone quicker and everyone will stop when they hear the awesome PING!!!
Cons: No cons
Bat Review G coach
Pros: Solid feel and decent pop, so far
Cons: Will hold of on the durability issue until I have a full season out of it. Had a Rawlings Trio and it died a quick death just after warrantee expired. A great bat otherwise. Any bat should last a full high school season, post season, summer and then Fall before going flat
Best bat I've had Nick player
Pros: Balance is amazing. So much pop
Cons: cant find any cons
Bat from heaven Addi Nashty player
Pros: Amazing pop, so balanced, flies off the bat
Cons: When you hit off the composite end it rings a little bit
Awesome bat!! Parker Haines player
Pros: This bat has great pop from the first swing! Feels great in my hands and required little- no break in time. Best velo on the market
Cons: The paint chipps easily if you spike your bat, but that is just a cosmetic issue
BEST BAT! LeftyP player
Pros: This bat is an awesome bat. It well exceeded my expectations. It comes hot right of the box and is game ready. So far it has been the "Team Bat" and it wuld be a great purchase!! Great bat!!
Cons: noting
3 weeks for replacement waiting on replacement parent
Pros: son likes it
Cons: bat cracked after about 10 practices and into 5th game. sending it back, Rawlings told me to be ready to wait around 3 weeks. will post back later and give update on replacement . i would not buy again if this is the case.
Great, Balanced Aluminum Bat DE Baseball Dad player
Pros: After using the Velo for three weeks, my 15U player likes it a lot. He prefers a balanced bat, and the balance of this Velo is as good as advertised. The bat has exceptional pop -- the extended barrel seems to make a positive difference. The grip is also outstanding.
Cons: The only con is the amount of feedback when he hits off the end of the barrel. The vibration can be painful. It's hard to avoid this with an aluminum bat, so I can't say this flaw is particular to the Velo.
The real deal! Johnny Baseball player
Pros: Great weight balance. Great pop.
Cons: Rawlings "ping" is very loud indoors
Best bat ever!!! Omar Andriaquis player
Pros: Balanced and Good pop, Love this bat!!
Cons: None
Great Ronald player
Pros: Has great pop and is really balanced. You can hit the ball hard almost anywhere on the bat. I have always swung a VELO and I will continue to use this for awhile.
Cons: Stings your hands
Great bat! Pete Pichardo parent
Pros: This bat is well balanced & has great pop. My son is a singles & doubles hitter. This bat is perfect for a kid trying to bat for average. The ball gets through the infield in a hurry. My son is a sophomore & is not a power hitter yet. This bat is perfect for him, because it fits his body style. The bat has a huge sweet spot & therefore he hits the ball hard 95% of the time. This is our first Rawlings & we love the bat.
Cons: It has a thicker handle than most bats. It takes a while to get used too. I think that's why the bat is very balanced & not top heavy at all.
3 WEEKS FOR REPLACEMENT ACTUALLY 7 DAYS ON REPLACEMENT parent
Pros: SON LIKES IT
Cons: CRACKED BAT, GOT REPLACEMENT 3-10-16, SENT BACK ON 2-29-16. DID NOT TAKE 3 WEEKS AS THEY SAID, HOPE REPLACEMENT LASTS LONGER THAT THE ORIGINAL, WILL POST LATER IN SEASON, IM A ? ON VALUE OF BAT
College Player Nick player
Pros: Decent pop, well balanced, very little vibration.
Cons: Used in the batting cage, after two rounds of hitting the grip completely came off. If you buy this bat be ready to buy another grip soon. This also happened to two other players on my team. Expected better quality from Rawlings.
Velo 2016 Johnny Blaze player
Pros: Balanced bat
Cons: The ping can get loud and annoying indoors. This bat is not as good as i thought it would be. I wouldn't suggest it. Don't really feel the pop.
AMAZING! Jacob Medina player
Pros: This bat has great pop and a big sweetspot! If you hit it right it will go far! My first game I used had used it i went 3-4 with a double single and a walkoff homerun! But the overall feel is great and it feels nice right out of the box
Cons: none so far
Amazing bat... Dad parent
Pros: Amazing pops. Doubles and triples are regular occurrences now. My son didn't like the sound it makes at first but now he loves the big sound because it's usually a deep shot. A couple of his teammates are using the Marucci Cat 6 and the Easton Z-Core but this Velo outshines both those bats easily.
Cons: Extremely loud noise with contacts. Be prepared because it's a lot louder than other aluminum bats!!! Much louder than the Cat 6 and the Z-Core.
Rawling Velo Dingerville20 player
Pros: This bat is by far the best alloy bat on the market. Great pop, great grip, and the weight is balanced the best with any bat i have swung....very well recommend this bat. If you want a alloy bat i highly recommend this one, if not get the MAKO.
Cons: Not really a con, but if you hit it off the cap or handle it stings a little, just as all the other bats.
Metro Boomin Young Money player
Pros: It has pop if you hit it on the sweet spot
Cons: not a large sweet spot and the barrel seems smaller than the MAKO
Great Bat!!! Baseball review player
Pros: The bat is very light and balanced. Just bought the bat. I am a high school baseball player and am 6'1 and weigh 165. The bats pop is insane. Love the bat recommend to anyone
Cons: If you hit the ball on the inside the vibration hurts a little. Also, indoor bp its very loud. The bat js great recommened to anyone in high school baseball
Rawlings Velo Matthew player
Pros: very very balanced i love this bat it hot right out the rapper and has a amazing feel and sound the sound almost reminds me of the 2009 plasma i love it...??????
Cons: i had really had any bad things happen so far maybe a little sting after a jam shot off the handle
Velo Review Dave coach
Pros: I bought this for the HS baseball team this year as the high end bat for the team. The boys have really taken to this bat, they like the balance and pop, but they all like the ping when the ball is hit well. We played our 8th game of the season on Friday and the first really warm day up here in NH for the season, I had my 4 hitter a SR hit a 2 run HR what I would estimate to be around 410' over our right field bleachers and football press tower.
Cons: The finish has some nicks in it and the boys have handled it pretty well so far I think. The ball marks are hard to come off and when they do the paint is definitely affected.
Player Pat player
Pros: Good pop, well balanced, some vibration.
Cons: Tape came off after about 3 weeks, end cap broke 1 week later. For a Rawlings product and price, very disappointed .
best bet ive ever owned garett player
Pros: amazing feel, pop is INSANE. you take one good swing and yoir in love , grip is thick and user friendly. undoubtedly the best bat i've ever owned . sweet spot just has amazing feel to it . rawlings did an amazing jon on this bat. will stidk woth rawlings from now on. if you are on edge about this bat, get it. you will not regret it .
Cons: if you have white batting gloves and you sweat it will tirn the hands blue, and the noise is REALLY loud. but after a few swings its totally manageable. obly real problem is that everyone loves useing it!
Scary Pop chris player
Pros: Crazy pop. Nice loud ping
Cons: not sure if i hit my cleat on the after-swing, but paint chips fairly easy
dont get this bat Dan coach
Pros: it has alright amount of pop, nice grip tape
Cons: i have bought three of these bats for my high school team and already two dented, it has an alright amount of pop but an annoying sound to it, dont buy this
Another Great Rawlings Bat Big Dave parent
Pros: Balanced feel Kid loves holding it, team mates want to use it Quality built product Love the .5" length & weight values as he grows Distinctive sound on contact
Cons: As a spectator, if sitting close, a well hit ball can 'ring' your ears
Decent bat Johnny player
Pros: has good pop large sweet spot
Cons: inside pitches are extremely hard to hit solidly and the bat has very bad vibrations
pretty good bruh ya boi brady player
Pros: lots of pop and balenced
Cons: Much more sting than other bbcor bats. very loud
Great Bat & great service at justbats David A. Anders parent
Pros: balanced weight excellent report of the ball off the bat durable so far My Son loves this bat
Cons: none, other than a lot of use by other team members
Favorite Feel T-Wass player
Pros: Best feel Good Pop
Cons: I hit the end of the bat, and my hand could not stop stinging, it hurt alot
cp3p0 c ledbetter parent
Pros: so far so good, this bat is very balanced a lot of pop
Cons: none
Great Purchase Mike L. player
Pros: As a junior in college this is so far the best bat that I've used (previously used an Easton Mako and Louisville Prime). I normally use a 32" but 33" is the way to go for this bat. It's extremely balanced and easy to drive through the zone.
Cons: Grip will wear out easily... highly suggest a lizard skin.
SOOO LIGHT! SwagBoi player
Pros: Super balanced and actually has a huge sweet spot. So loud and you can feel the ball fly off the barrel. It is extremely satisfying.
Cons: Wish it had better grip
velo alex player
Pros: great bat! especially for the price
Cons: nothing wrong with it!
velo Robert parent
Pros: My son hit with someones 2015 and was in top 3 on team with batting average. Decided to get him the 2016 model. He is a bit smaller than other kids but with this bat he is smashing ropes. I hit with it a couple times and you do feel little vibration if not on sweet spot but when you do hit sweet spot feels like swinging at air, and will send ball screaming. Personally like the bat cause all size players can swing it and has good pop. very well balanced bat. And priced well compared to others that ain't as good. Highly recommended
Cons: a little vibration if not on sweet spot
Great Pop Gunnar Gregg player
Pros: Great Pop, Ball explodes off the barrel, very well balanced, like the grip a lot better than the 2017 Velo, Good overall bat
Cons: Grip comes off pretty easily so you might need to invest in some lizardskin, paint chips easily
2016 Rawlings Velo Carlton coach
Pros: great balance
Cons: would love more pop. comparing it to the S1. I understand the difference between the two bats. Balanced and end loaded. But still if it had more pop, wow.
Awesome Bat Nick player
Pros: Everything - especially love the sound when you hit the ball solid
Cons: Nothing
Amazing Bat Mario player
Pros: I'm 4'10 and weigh 98, first time I used this bat I shockingly hit 330 when I usually hit about 270, if you hit the ball with the sweet spot, expect a shot out of the gates because this bat does it all!
Cons: No cons at all, just very little vibration.
son son player
Pros: great pop and feel. get thru the zone fast
Cons: none
player tyler player
Pros: great pop and feel
Cons: none
It's litty. Jason Borden player
Pros: The bat is great. Awesome pop, feels great in the batters' hands, and barely vibrates (Unless you hit it on the cap).
Cons: none
Grandfather Jon parent
Pros: Frist at bat grand slam
Cons: none
loved it so much in 2016 bought exact same again ron parent
Pros: great pop
Cons: none
Not for me, but excellent bat Greg player
Pros: Its a very nice bat with above average pop, very loud and intimidating, and extremely light
Cons: Its too light and feels awkward for a power guy, the grip may need to get replaced by some lizard skin which isnt a hard fix but still is a neccessity, wouldnt reccomend it for a power guy
GREAT BAT ALL AROUND GREG Coach
Pros: GREAT POP
Cons: TAPE COMES OFF EASY
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Rawlings VELO BBCOR Baseball Bat: BBRV3? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
I'm am currently using the Mako BBCOR but I need something new to swing. I am looking for something with balance and a large sweet spot. Do you think I should go with the Velo, S1, or the Louisville 916? Also, are there any differences between this new Velo and the old model? Aj
Would this be more for a power hitter or contact hitter? ColbyJack
Is it more balanced or top heavy? shea251
Is there a significant difference between this model and the 2015 model other than cosmetics? Jacob
I am 5'2" and 100 lbs. What size do you think I should use? Cfann
What is the difference between the 2015 VELO and 2016 version? Zach
My son is 5 foot 3 and weighs 120 pounds. He is a power hitter despite his size. What size bat do you recommend? Adam
If you hit the ball off the end of the bat, will there be a lot of vibration? Also, will the ball not go as far because of the composite end? T-Sizzle
Which BBCOR bat has a bigger sweet spot: VELO or CAT 6? Chris
In comparison between the Rawlings TRIO and the Rawlings VELO, is there a difference in the length of the barrel? Patrick
Which has a larger sweet spot, this or the Omaha 516? sfbball
I'm 5'5" and 100 pounds. What size should I get? sean
My son is 6'2" 210 lbs. Going to get him the 2016 VELO, but I'm really struggling between getting him either the 33.5" or the 34". What do you suggest? ian
My son is 6 feet tall and weighs 140 lbs. What size bat should I get him? Pete heat 22
I am about 5'10" and 160 pounds. I was wondering what bat size is ideal for me? Lucky7
Does this bat need to go through a break in? mrchen
I am a power hitter and I prefer a bat that is top heavy. I really don't like balanced bats. So my question is, is this bat balanced or a little top heavy? Cameron
My son is 14 years old, 5 foot 9 and weighs 120 pounds. He is a gap to gap hitter so balanced is perfect. Should I go with a 31 inch or a 32 inch? GH,sr
I am 5'11", 14 years old and weigh 138 pounds. What size should I get? chandler baker
The Rawlings VELO BBCOR has a balanced feel. Does the MAKO have a similar feel? going2theshow
Would you recommend a 31 or 32 inch length for a 5 foot 9, 145 pound freshman with a muscular build? Matt
What size and weight do you recommend for a sophomore who is 5 foot 8 and weighs 180 pounds? dugout pacer
Can this bat be used for power? mike
My son is 5 foot 6 and weighs 145 pounds. He has to use BBCOR this year in middle school. He has been hitting a drop 5 Exogrid. He likes the Velo but I think a two-piece is a better choice. He is a semi power hitter. We need suggestions on type and size. Mike
What is the difference between this bat and the 2016 5150? kpf
What size bat would you recommend for someone that is 5'8" 150 lbs? Nick
I am a 5 foot 6 and weigh 125 pounds. I am going into my first year of freshman ball and I am a contact hitter. Do you think this bat is a better selection then a two-piece? patrick
I'm 6'2" and weigh 185 lbs. What size should I use? TS
What is the difference between this model, and the 2016 Trio? EBESS17
What is the difference between the Cat 6 and the Velo? I hit for power and to all fields, which bat would be best? JT
Would you recommend a balanced bat to a power hitter who hits more to the pull side? mark
Which bat would you recommend to a power hitter? The Rawlings VELO or the Rawlings 5150? the monkey
Is this one of the top BBCOR bats in the game? zach
What size would be good for my son who is 15 years old? He is 6 foot 2 and weighs 150 pounds. sc
What size Rawlings VELO baseball bat would be best for my 16 year old son who is 5'10'' and weighs 153 lbs? Abram
I am 5'6" and 128 lbs. What length do you suggest? Chris
My son is 5'9" and 130 lbs. What size do you recommend? MB
I have been told that the bat needs to be -3 and BESR certified. Does the 2016 Rawlings VELO measure up to this? Ali
This bat is listed for sale with the BBRV3. However, some are listed cheaper without the BBRV3. Are there two different bats? If so, what is the difference? Glenn
Is this a one-piece construction? Billy
I am a 5'4" freshman and I am trying to decide which bat is better for me, the 5150 or the VELO. What bat would you recommend I should get? John
What is the difference and which is better between the Velo and the Vexxum? jp
What is the difference between the VELO -3 and the 5150 -3? LM
How does this bat compare - pop, feel, weight distribution - to the DeMarini Voodoo BBCOR DXVDC from a couple years ago? Jon
What is the smallest -3 bat made? poncho
How does it compare in terms of pop and bat speed to the DeMarini CF7? kaden
My son is 5'5", 150 lbs, and pretty strong for a 15 year old. What size bat would you recommend? Jay
What is the difference between last year's VELO and this year's model? HOMERUNDANIEL
My son is 14, 5'10" 165 lbs and has quickly outgrown his 32" Easton XL1 -8 from last year. How does this compare to the XL1 -3? I cannot find that bat anymore but this one was recommended. danielle
I am 5'1" and 165 pounds, what size bat should I get? bauleo
I am 5'10" about 140 lbs. Should I get the 32.5" bat length? Tom
I am a 5'8" 160 pound junior in high school and my first question is what length I should be swinging? For a lead off type hitter that is hitting gap to gap, would the VELO or the Louisville 716 be a better bat to swing? Niz
I am 5'11" 200 pound varsity player. What size should I get? Eric
How would you compare this bat to the Rip-It Element TWO? Tom
What has better pop? The 2016 VELO or the 5150? weeman
Does the 2016 VELO or 2015 MAKO have more pop? Also, what's the difference between the 2016 VELO and the 2016 TRIO? garett
My son is 6'1" and 170 lbs. He swings a 33" MAKO now. I am looking for a new bat, what size VELO should he swing? Mike
(1) Is this bat durable enough to use 3-4 years? (2) How does it match up to its previous models in 2015 and 2014? jpchapman
Would you recommend this bat or the Anderson Flex? Peter
Could this bat be used in colder temperatures, such as low 30's outside? bob
I am looking for a balanced bat with a lot of pop. I am a contact hitter/gap to gap hitter. Would you recommend the Rawlings Velo or 5150? Matt
I'm 5'11" and 130 pounds. What size would you recommend? Nick
I am looking for a balanced bat that will help me produce consistent line drives. I am a contact hitter. Would you recommend the LS Prime 916 or the VELO? Matt
I am trying to decide what bat i want for my last 3 years of HS baseball. Which VELO should I get (2014, 2015 or 2016)? Or should I get a PRIME 916? trenton baseball
What would you recommend the 2016 Rawlings VELO BBCOR Baseball Bat (BBRV3) or the 2016 Louisville Slugger Prime 916 BBCOR Baseball Bat (BBP9163)? sluggerbane
Can't afford the BBRV3. Is the 2015 BBRVB just as good for the price? Gray
Would this bat be good for a hitter that is both a contact and a power hitter? Flo
Is it ok to use the sand filled total control balls to practice hitting with this bat? Will hitting with these sand filled training balls make the bat lose pop? dad
I am trying to decide between the new 2016 VELO BBCOR or the 2015 black VELO BBCOR. What is the difference? Which one would you recommend? johnny baseball
I am 5'7" and 125 pounds. What size should I get this bat in? dustin44
I am 5'9" and 140 lbs. I hit for power and I'm trying to find a bat that will quicken my bat swing, so I can hit balls farther. I don't know which bat to choose. The 2016 Rawlings VELO, or the Louisville Slugger Omaha 516. What will suit me better? Chad Saner
(1) What separates the 2016 VELO from the 2015 version? (2) Can you explain the pOp 2.0 technology to me a little further? Sammy
I'm a contact hitter. I'm trying to decide between the Rawlings VELO, Rawlings 5150, and the Combat Vigor. What should I get? pioneerball18
What is the difference between this bat and the 2016 5150? Domingo Ayala
I got a 2015 VELO for my birthday. Mine has been rattling and I had to send it back to Rawlings and I'm getting this model. Do the VELOs tend to break or not have good durability? freshman
I can't decide between the Marucci CAT 6 or this bat. Please help. luke
What is the difference between this bat and the 2015 Rawlings TRIO (balanced)? Domingo Ayala
My son will be playing 14U USSSA ball this year. I've seen conflicting information, some say it's legal others illegal. Without the USSSA stamp can he use it or not? southpaw dad
I'm 5'6" and 170 lbs. What size model should I get? zlee
I am semi power hitter. What size should I get? I am 5'7" and 138 lbs. T-rent
Which one is better the 2016 Rawlings VELO or the Adidas RBZ? big dinger ballard
I can't decide between a BBCOR Rawlings VELO 2016 or a Voodoo Raw 2016. Which one should I get? baller
I am 5'11", 150 lbs and I don't feel any weight difference between the 32" and 33" bat. Which size do you think i should get? Sean
I am 5'2" 120 pounds, and a contact hitter. Which length should I get? hay
Is the VELO game ready or does it need to be broken in? cordan21
Which bat has a longer extended barrel: the VELO or the Easton Z-CORE HMX? Rich D.
My son is 5'4" and 105 lbs. He is only a contact hitter. Would this bat be good for him? jr
Is this bat balanced like the 2014 XL1? br
I am a contact hitter, do you think i should get the 2016 VELO or the 2016 Louisville Slugger Prime 916? Which bat will give you more pop? Dinger
What length and weight VELO should I get if I am 5'9" 155 lbs? ptl
I'm a 6' and 170 pound power hitter and I'm wondering if the 2016 Rawlings Velo or 2016 Easton Z-core Hybrid would be a better bat for me? Cody
I am a line drive hitter. What size would you prefer for a player at 5'6", 130 lbs? Eli
Should I get the VELO or 5150 if I am a contact hitter who is 5 foot 7 100 pounds? Tokane27
Is this a power hitter bat? arod
I am 5'7", 135 lbs. I hit for consistent base hits to extra base hits, but I can bring some power. Is the 2016 VELO or 2016 Select 716 a better fit for me? Markowitzbaseball@gmail.com
My son is 13, almost 14. His school wants him to play varsity next year and I'm trying to find the best BBCOR for him. He has mainly been a contact hitter. He is 5'9" and 125 lbs. kc
Does this bat have a larger sweet spot then the 2016 Easton Mako? Kaden
Do you know when the 2017 Rawlings VELO will come out? john
I am considering this bat and a Marucci CAT 6. Which bat is more balanced? Also, my son is a contact hitter who is 5'4" and 110 lbs. Which bat would be a better fit for him? SJ
Are you supposed to take the orange warning sticker off of the bat before you use it? Noah
Compare the Rawlings VELO vs the Easton MAKO. Looking for bat for next season. My son will be 17 next yr, about 5'10" 155 lbs. Which bat and what size do you recommend? mick
What size would I need if I am 5'5" and 125 pounds? calvin
Is there any difference from this bat to the new 2016 VELO? jake
I am 6'0" and 175 lbs. What size do you recommend? peta
I'm 5'9" and 120 lbs. What size do you suggest? dylan
My son is 5'9" and about 150 lbs (age 14). What size do you recommend? mills
I'm 5'7" 170 lbs. What size do you recommend? P
My son is 14 years old, 5'6" and 140 lbs. What size bat should I get? Ben
I'm 5'10" and 160 lbs. What size should I get? ty
I'm 5'8" and 130 lbs. I like a balanced bat, but can hit for some power. What bat do you recommend? (I like the CAT 7, VELO, and MAKO)? parkergolden
I am a contact hitter. As well, I am looking for a fast swinging bat with a big sweet spot and a ton of pop? What bat should I get? tommmyboy
I currently swing a 33" bat. Is there a noticeable difference between a 33" and 33.5" bat? ??
What is the difference between the Rawlings VELO BBRVB and the Rawlings VELO BBRV3? batman
I am looking at getting a drop 5 VELO for my son. What is the main difference between the 2016 and 2017 model? chris
What is the difference between this bat and the 2016 Rawlings 5150 BBCOR? swrhoads
I am 5'10" 175 lbs. What size VELO should I get? Velo637
What about the balance of the weight? Barrel weighted, balanced or hand weighted? Larry
Is this bat suppose to crack? pop
I am 5'9" and weigh 120 lbs. What size do you recommend? daddy joe
I'm 14, 6'1", and weigh 210. What should I get this bat in? Ben
I'm 5'8" and 185 lbs. Do you recommend this bat and what size should I get? braedon putnam
I am 5'6", 181 lbs and 15 years old. What length/weight should I get? Tyler
I'm 5'6", 145 lbs. What size and weight should I get? Dingers10
How is this bat in cold weather? johnny baseball
What's the difference in the VELO bats: (BBRVB, BBRV3 and the BB7V)? jay
What's the best BBCOR bat ever made? Mo
I'm 5'9" and weigh 165 lbs. Would you recommend this bat for me? What size? Kyle
I am currently a true freshmen at the collegiate level and I am currently 5'9" and 146 lbs. What would be the best length of this bat? I like a level bat feel to get through the zone fast. Would this bat get the job done? calu shields
I'm a freshman in high school. I'm 6 foot and 186 pounds. What size bat for me? bmoe23
My 14 yr. old son swings a 31/28 COMBAT MAXUM. What is the difference between the COMBAT and VELO? Christopher Cary
I'm 6'4" and 175 lbs. What size bat should I be swinging? jt
I'm 13 and about 130 lbs and 5'5". What should I swing? tylerjj
Is this a good choice as a sophomore in high school? I'm 5'4" and 174 lbs. What size do you recommend? Is it home run capable? Nelson Baseball
I am trying to decide between the 2017 Z-Core Whiteout or this bat. What is the difference? Cole Shively
What are the technical differences between the 2016 Rawlings VELO BBCOR bat and the 2017 Rawlings VELO BBCOR bat? Dan
Would you recommend this bat over the CAT 6? jordan christmon
I am debating getting my 9th grade son this bat. How does it compare to the Louisville Slugger 517? Is one better than the other? Troy
What is the difference between the 2016 VELO and 2017 VELO? bryan
What size for a high school freshman who is 5'11" and 125-130 pounds? kimmie
Which size would you recommend for my son? He is currently 5'11" and weighs about 145 lbs. He currently had an older model Velo 32 inch and feels he may be hitting off the end. carol
Does this bat have a bigger sweet spot than the the Louisville Slugger 517? max
Does the Rawlings TRIO end loaded bat have more pop than this Velo? hunter
I'm about 5'7" and 147 lbs. I hesitate between 32" and 33". Would 32.5" be a good compromise? Bruno
My son is about 5'8"-5'9" and weights about 185 lbs. What size do you recommend for him? He is the 4th batter on the lineup and would want one with good pop. Big O
Can you take the original grip off and put on a thinner one on? dingerboy
Which bat would you recommend more this bat or the Cat 7? I'm more of a contact hitter. Phillie baseball
I am 6 foot 140 pounds. What inch would you recommend a 32 or 33? clay
I am 5 foot 11 and 136 pounds. Would you recommend a 32" bat or a 33" bat? Speedy
Do you have a 31in -3 in stock? Only seeing 32's. Lori
What size bat for a 5' 80 pound player? Will be trying out for freshman team this year. jeff
What is the difference between the 2017 Velo and the 2016 Velo? David
Will this bat hit me home runs? papi lando
Should I get this bat in a 33" I am 5'10 160 pounds? roli
Compared to the 2018 model which one is the preferred? Pete
Would you recommend this or Rawlings 5150? caleb
If I was to buy a used bat would it still be as good as buying a new one? john
My son is 125 5'6". What size should I buy for him for high school? gary pagano
Why is the 2016 Velo more expensive than the 2017 model? Duffer
Am I able to see images of the used version of this bat? Kj
I'm an 8th grader in Colorado and I'm 5"3 / 110 pounds, what size bat should I get for high school next year? GETOUTBALLL
I'm looking for a BBCOR bat in the $200 dollar range - 32 inch. What models do you recommend? Rick Zumpano
About the Brand
Rawlings is a major manufacturer of competitive team sports equipment and apparel for baseball, basketball, and football, as well as licensed MLB, NFL, and NCAA retail products. Rawlings is a major supplier to professional, collegiate, interscholastic, and amateur organizations worldwide, including the Official Baseball Supplier to Major League Baseball.
The first real innovation in glove making occurred in 1912 when Rawlings Sporting Goods Company introduced the "Sure Catch" glove, which was "endorsed by leading players all over the country." The Sure Catch was a one-piece glove with sewn-in finger channels and looked better suited for a duck's foot than a man's hand. Catchers' mitts used at the time were large and bulky with a single leather thong passing for a web.
In 1920, Bill Doak, a journeyman pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, approached Rawlings with an idea for improving the baseball glove from a mere protective device to a genuine aid in fielding. The "Bill Doak" model was so revolutionary that it stayed in Rawlings' line until 1953. Its key feature was a multi-thong web laced into the first finger and thumb, which created for the first time in baseball's young life, a natural pocket.
In 1925, Rawlings unveiled a three-fingered fielder's glove, and ten years later improved the Bill Doak model with a two-piece leather web. At the same time, the "T" web became a rage for first basemen's mitts. The pocket underwent a pronounced change in 1941 when the Trapper Mitt, also known as the Claw, appeared. The "Deep Well" pocket was so unique that Rawlings quickly patented it. The design was improved in 1950 by adding a leather piece across the top. Another significant creation occurred in 1948 with the three-fingered Playmaker. A five-fingered fielder's model, with all fingers laced together, provided greater pocket control.
The six-fingered Trap-Eze evolved in the 1960's. In more recent years, Rawlings produced the Fastback design, which gives a glove a snugger fit, greater extension, and overall control. The Holdster is a slot through which a finger can be extended for additional protection from impacts on the pocket. Then, there is the Edge-U-Cated Heel with its extended U-shaped lacing and the Pro H Web and much-copied Basket Web.
Some of Rawlings's more recent glove innovations also include the unique Spin-Stopper design which reduces ball spin when the ball hits the glove, and the Cantilever glove design feature that provides a cushioned area between the hand and the glove's palm area. In all, Rawlings has produced and patented more functionally innovative glove features and designs than that of any other glove manufacturer. The result is that the modern baseball glove is much larger, more comfortable, better padded, and made to last far longer than its ancestors. It is not uncommon to see today's Major League players wearing the same Rawlings glove they wore during their college playing days. In fact, Rawlings is the #1 glove in the major leagues. Rawlings maintains about 65 models of baseball and softball mitts and gloves in its line. The prototypes of virtually all of them have been field-tested by professionals before entering a sporting goods dealer's inventory.
Bat Properties
Barrel Diameter | 2 5/8 |
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Baseball Bats | BBCOR |
Bat Construction | One-Piece |
Bat Type | Baseball |
Color | Grey Blue |
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Length to Weight Ratio | - 3 |
Material | Aluminum |
Series | Velo |
Swing Weight | Balanced |
Vendor | Rawlings |
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