COMBAT 52 Caliber AB BBCOR Baseball Bat: 52CALAB1
Features
-3 Length to Weight Ratio
2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
BBCOR Certified - Legal for H.S. and Collegiate Play
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Free Shipping!
One-Piece Construction
Single Wall Design
Anisotropic Composite Weave
100% Composite Construction
Localized Stiffening Technology (LST)
Variable Stiffness Technology for Bigger Sweetspot
Nanocomp Technology Inside
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 36 Customer Reviews
mystery?
Pros: awesome bat one of the best bats ive used before in my last game i went 4 for 4 with 2 homeruns!!!!!!
Cons: nothing bad at all
Rodeo Clown
Pros: Solid feeling bat. Good pop compared to other BBCORs I've tried. Really impressed with the way it swings.
Cons: Just not crazy about white grips.
Teddy bear
Pros: The grip is awesome huge long barrel
Cons: None
slugger45
Pros: the grip has a nice feel and it feels really light. The pop is good but not like other combats. Overall a great bat
Cons: Hit at least 50 balls before using in game because it needs to be broken in.
adubby
Pros: great pop right out of the box. i love this bat! really sends the ball far!
Cons: white grip gets dirty easy, but really that's not a factor in performance so no cons
baseballstar0621
Pros: Feels really good and feels very light. HAS the best pop of any BBCOR bats i have tried.
Cons: For me, the bat was better after i broke it in.
black mumba
Pros: doesn't crack and has a great sweet spot. best bbcor out right now!
Cons: none
Perl
Pros: Sounds like the good old b1 single barrel. That nice crack that makes u know u hit it good,huge barrel,nice looks,very balanced,as far as bbcor goes,combat is as good as it gets.
Cons: White grip gets dirty easily but it gives the bat a sleek look. Very daring to go white.
bulldog
Pros: I used this bat in the cage and was hitting like it was my BESR Exogrid. This was the first time i ever used a bbcor bat and i honestly couldnt tell the difference.
Cons: NONE
tjmax1210
Pros: So far the best bbcor certified bat that i have used. Also "slugger45" you can not compare this bat to old Combats, because they were not bbcor certified, and bbcor bats are intentionally made not as good, because the certification says it is safe to use in a game.
Cons: none so far
CT-baseball
Pros: This bat can compare to the besr tpx catalyst. It has the same long barrel, balance and sound. I did like the tacky grip.
Cons: small sweetspot, not as much pop as the voodoo, rip it and exo
baseballstar23
Pros: I'm 15 and not that big and this bat is perfect for people with good bat speed and this is the best bbcor i have tried.
Cons: Grip gets very dirty
the boss
Pros: get sweet spot, amazing pop for BBCOR bat
Cons: none
the bomber
Pros: This is a great bat,very solid. It has very good pop compared too other BBCOR bats. It is a very well balanced bat, and hit like gold.
Cons: Not a very good name
joe
Pros: Its got a nice look to it. Also, it has some pop.
Cons: Think about it before you buy it online. Feel it in a store!!Also, it takes so long to break in.
nick w.
Pros: Awesome bat. my friend has it and i went 3-4 in my first high school game with it.
Cons: none at all
connormikespeed
Pros: hits straight up bombs and its pretty cheap. It also makes a great sound when you hit it kind of like the combats we have come to love (B1)
Cons: the name is kinda dumb but if that is what makes you decide what bat to get...smh
Yodaddy
Pros: Amazing bat right out of the wrapper I just hit about 20 balls and all of them were shots. Best bbcor bat I've tried
Cons: NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JR
Pros: great pop for BBCOR bats
Cons: grey end on handle broke off
Tubbier Toe
Pros: Excellent pop. Hit some of the farthest balls of my career with it. Makes great sound on contact and the ball really flies of the insanely large sweet spot.
Cons: Zilch
dont miss home plate
Pros: This bat is awsome it has great pophas a nice solid feeling its one if not the best bbcorbat out there
Cons: have to get it broken in at first since its composit about 75-100 hits in the cage
the awesome guy
Pros: great bounce. goes far when you hit it. great overall bat
Cons: grip goes away after a while and gets dirty easily
baseball king
Pros: Great Pop Perfect Balance I personally think its the best bat on the market by far!!
Cons: Not for contact hitters, deffinitaly for power hitters
wildcat13
Pros: Great pop.bets BBCOR bat ive tried. i think its better than the S1.Good pop even before you fully break it in!!!!!
Cons: Grip gets dirty fast but players probally wont care.
piratemacfan
Pros: Balanced. Comfortable grip. Performs as well as, and better, than a single composite bat is expected.
Cons: none, yet.
mostbiscuit
Pros: i like the pop. The ball comes off the bat very well. the weight distribution is awesome.
Cons: needs a better paint job and not white grip but who really cares?
Warriors24
Pros: Great bat , comes oiff the barrel really well . went 2 for 2 in last game with two homeruns (:
Cons: grips get dirty fast .
Toppy
Pros: Nice balance, very good pop with large sweet spot and long barrel.
Cons: Grip should be black.
konnor vannatta
Pros: bat is amazing, no problems, hits lots of bombs
Cons: grip gets dirty easily
baseball
Pros: light bat,gets throw the zone,has a long barrel
Cons: the grip gets dirty real fast
baseball pro
Pros: good feeling big sweet spot
Cons: nothing bad to say
Fred
Pros: Swings really light, really good pop until it died and didnt have as much, crazy big sweetspot. love the thinner handle. really cheap for a compostie
Cons: gets chipped easy, grip gets dirty, who cares??
BaseballPro26
Pros: Exactly like the b3 just in a cheaper version it has loads of pop grip feels good and better than most of the bbcor bats that i have swung i really recommend you to get this bat
Cons: chips sometimes
Anonymous
Pros: awesome
Cons: has a lot of pop
Bulldog11
Pros: This bat is hot. Awesome!! it will require a break in period.
Cons: None.
Balls Hard
Pros: Solid feeling. Great pop. First game with it went 4 for 4, which I hit for the cycle.
Cons: None.
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the COMBAT 52 Caliber AB BBCOR Baseball Bat: 52CALAB1? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
Is this bat balanced like the B1 (-12) or is it a top-load model like the B1 (-10)? My grandson is a gap to gap hitter, small in statue. aloha from Hawaii, Steve coach steve
Is the combat 52 caliber legal for high school play with new bat restrictions for2012? Slim
what is the difference from the 52 caliber to the b3 what is the quallity diiference between them? woody
What is the difference between the Combat B3 and this bat? Gooey
Is this bat really 100% composite? Ken
I'm an upcoming freshman in Orange County and I'm wondering which bat, B3 or 52, is better. There is not really any video of anyone using it yet so I want to know which is better overall #23
How many seasons do you think I can get out of this bat? KJF
Would this be a good bat for a power hitter? ask0805
Compared to the B3, does the 52 Caliber appear to swing lighter or heavier? Is either more end-heavy? We are looking at the 31" -3 for an average sized 12-year-old to begin using on 60-90 fields. BK
ive always been a hitter to just hit the ball were defenders werent and my coaches asked me to start driving the ball for gappers and homeruns more. would you recomend this bat or more along the easton surge? trojanman1
which is more like the b2ab1 red stiff 32/29 from team express? dave
Does this bat have the same shape and feel of the Miken Heat? i'll-ask-the-questions
which would be better for a contact hitter, a 52 caliber or the marucci cat5 Jake
When would it be too cold to use this and what would the lowest tempature for game use? Hammett35
I am 5 foot 1 inch 7th grader who has to use bbcor for the first time.I am expected to grow 6 foot. But I want a bat that I can use through middle school and high school. What size bat should I get? Bball
Trying to decide between the Caliber, the Z-1000, and the Marucci Black. I've heard good things about all three. Have used the -12 B2 and BESR Exogrid & Triton with success. Which do you recommend for a line drive hitter? oldman
What are the consequences of not breaking in a composite bat like this one? Hammey35
What is the break in period for this bat. I love my B1 both big and traditional barrel. I am 5'6 8th grader and hit liners and deep HRs, can you recommend a size and weight as I get ready to play HS ball in fall 2012. Thanks Anthony
Is the bat full composite? brick
Between this, the S3, and Cat 5... which has the best pop and best performance? If you have swung with these, what is your personal preference. JHigh
do composite bats perform better than alloy and half/half? what would you prefer for a 180 lb 6"3 powerful contact hitter? JJJ
xl3 or this? Zach
hey what hits better the combat 52 caliber bbcor or the marucci cat 5 bbcor ballcrusher
Does this bat have a lot of sting when the ball isn't hit on the sweet spot? Slugga609
Which bat will have better pop? This, the 2011 Voodoo or the Easton Rival? Also which bat will be the most balanced? cbreeze12345
How does this bat compare to the combat B3? Bobby
Other web sellers have the 52 Caliber new with a black grip. Is there a difference in the bat, black vs. white grip? Daddio
My Grandson is 14,6-1 170lbs. What size bat do you recommend? He's a freshmen and likes the Combat 52 Caliber. He has been hitting a 33-30oz in practice. TERRY
My son is 13, 5'11" and 129 pounds. Never used a 3 drop before and will have to next year in high school. What would be a good size for him to make the transition? He was using a 32/22 before. bob
Is this a legal bat for high school? Ozzy5
Whats the differnece between this bat and the COMbat B3 AB BBCOR: B3AB1 Adult? panda express
Is this bat top heavy at all and how does it compare to the Voodoo balance wise? jdrago21
Would this be a good bat for a contact hitter with decent swing speed? leadoff2121
How quickly does this bat lose its pop? leadoff2121
Would you prefer the 52 Caliber BBCOR or the 5150 Velo BBCOR for a power line drive hitter? Also if this bat is used in the winter in cold weather will it lose it's pop? chadini
Which bat is better the COMbat 52 Caliber or the DeMarini Vexxum? Tiemo
I am 5'10" and 210 pounds, what would be a good size for me? TheJaster
Is this good for a power hitter? TheJaster
Just wondering, why did the price drop so low? Did something happen in the sales, because the combat b3 hasn't dropped and this is suppose to be the better version of that bat? right? luis
I want a one-piece composite bat because they feel lighter than aluminum bats. For the price, is this bat one of the best I could buy? DcDcDc
Currently, I use a 31" bat. Do composite bats feel light enough that a player with average to above average bat speed could move up to a 32"? DCDCDCDCDC
Would you recommend the COMbat 52 Caliber or the COMbat Classic for a 14 year old, that is a mix of power and contact hitter? Michael
Is there a big difference in going from a Rawlings Machine to the COMbat 52 Caliber? Ben
Is a 33" 30 oz a good bat for a kid 5'5" 160? i need to know this
If you are 13 and weigh 195 pounds and are 6' tall, is a 33" 30 oz. a good size? domingobeisbol
Is this bat end loaded. And if it is, is it more end loaded then the 2012 vexxum? jrox53
Does this bat sting your hand as much as some of the others? jtdbucc
Are they going to make a newer version of this bat? and if so when? combat
Is this a good bat choice for a contact hitter but hits the ball hard (like line drives) ? Aj22
Is the 52 Caliber AB BBCOR more end loaded then the 2012 Voodoo BBCOR? jules
Is there any other back packs with the Combat 52 Caliber besides the ones with the Easton or DeMarini? bulldogs#1
Is this bat for power hitters or contact hitters? TE201606
Is this bat still legal for the 2015 baseball season? Bob
About the Brand
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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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