COMBAT B4 Youth Baseball Bat: B4YB1 -12
Features
**APPROVED FOR LITTLE LEAGUE PLAY IN 2012**
-12 Length to Weight Ratio
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
Approved for Play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC, and USSSA
Blended Fiber Technology
Free Shipping!
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Long Barrel Design
Maximum Allowable Performance (MAP)
One-Piece Fully Composite Design
Single Wall Construction
Super Sweetspot Size
Ultra Soft Feel
Variable Stiffness Technology for Bigger Sweetspot
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 103 Customer Reviews
Little G.
Pros: I am 10 years old and I got this bat Tuesday. I got my first homerun of the season with it on my third at bat. This bat is great it has tons of pop. Just wait untill I get it broke in. Can't wait to use it in allstars. This bat is BEAST!!
Cons: The paint is already chipping
Packie's Dad
Pros: This bast is hot right out of the wrapper. Couldn't be more happy. Was extremely disappointed when B1 and B2 were no longer allowed by Little League. I honestly see no difference when my son is hitting. This is a great bat!
Cons: White grip.
go combat!
Pros: awesome pop and great sound . looks cool. and it has a giant sweetspot.
Cons: none. great bat!
rysta
Pros: Amazing feel, has so much pop to it.SICK!!!!
Cons: none
Beans
Pros: The B4 is true to Combat form. Because of the new LL rules, my son switched to the Omen this year. He did not like it as much as his B3 Gear. We just got this bat and he loves it. He is hitting the ball great and with authority. Well balanced unlike the Omen.
Cons: Although the white grip looks cool at first...it's now more of a reddish white.
Grand slam
Pros: has tons of pop.Its the best bat out there.
Cons: white handle and the paint chips very easaly.
CombatRocks!
Pros: Great bat--don't see a lot of difference between this and the B3 or B3 Gear--which honestly annoys me that Little League put us all through this. You will love the bat, great pop--all the kids love this bat.
Cons: None
Baseball Dude
Pros: Great pop, hot as soon as you unwrap it, cool looking
Cons: white grip turns brown quickly
Dirtbag Dad
Pros: So far my son loves this bat, including his team. Better balance than the Omen. Plenty of pop...great sound.
Cons: White grip tape and paint starting to chip.
Big Max
Pros: GREAT bat. Didn't take too long to break in. Big Combat fan, tried the Grifter (dud) when the B1 and B2 were banned. B4 is better than the new CF5 and it is cheaper.
Cons: All teammates are swinging it. Time for them to get their own.
BaseballBeast07
Pros: Awesome bat. I have the "B1" bat and it recently went on the illegal side for composite bats. For $219.99, I sure hope that this one doesn't turn illegal! Besides that, this bat has great pop, and also has an awesome sound! It's great and it's not even broken in yet! Buy it!!
Cons: It Can chip easily,and it's white handle turns reddish- white.
GoGenerals
Pros: My son is 7 years old and has successfully bumped up to thge B4 just in time for U-8 All Stars. The pop off of the bat is truly impressive. A combination of the bat and improved confidence are consistently helping to hit balls 20% farther.
Cons: The white grip was white for one at bat. As long as it's functional, we're OK with it. The bat is a hit with the whole team and that stresses the kid out...
BigDaddy1014
Pros: WOW!!!! Very solid and hard hitting with great speed off the bat. My son hit about 150 balls today and all were rockets. Very sharp appearance and very durable. Quite impressed with this bat. He already has the B2, Da Bomb and it too is awsome. Love ComBats and will buy nothing else.
Cons: Minor sting when hit off the end of the bat.
Duke
Pros: i had pratice today we were doing live hitting. And i was just hitting SHOTS has insane POP i love this bat and i only had it for 2 days.
Cons: the white grip gets dirty. but who cares its part of the game!!!
T-Bone
Pros: Great bat out of the plastic! Feels good.
Cons:
Debo3056
Pros: Great balance, good pop out of the wrapper, great sound, better than CF4 and CF5 and this is based on actual testing. Swings 1oz lighter than actual weight because of balance.
Cons: None
Marcinko
Pros: Lots of pop Balanced No sting My son has been using this bat during fall ball coach pitch and it has improved hitting and confidence. The ball jumps off the bat.
Cons: None
BiGdOg K
Pros: Amazing bat right out of the wrapper.Just bought it 30 min before my game and first at bat, I crushed one down the line and got a double.This bat is not for bad but for good, consistant hitters.Great POP,and big sweetspot.
Cons: Marks easily,and the worst part is that the bat gets thicker where the C is, and skinnier at the B4 and COMBAT sign.Grip is white ,so gets dirty easy.
black momba
Pros: great pop. Gives an extra 15 yards to each hit. Almost never gives a vibration.
Cons: none
tjl
Pros: great bat with lots of pop
Cons: unfortunately, the bat broke after 5 months
ismael
Pros: this bat is beast it cranked me to beastmodeand im 13
Cons:
composite freak
Pros: great pop out of wrapper , got it from santa for christmas, drops bombs.
Cons: white grip dirties easily
Coach Pete
Pros: NEW: just broke the bat in, no issues, has great pop, big sweet spot, feel NOTHING but sweet contact when ball gets crushed in the sweet spot, grips are white-but nice and comfy, and you forget the bat is there when you hold it-great balance.
Cons: A little vibration when handcuffed, but nothing close to the sting of other bats.
BaseballDad
Pros: Very good pop with minimal break in time. He has hit several balls over infielders heads. Can't wait to see how it does as he uses it more.
Cons: None so far
contact king
Pros: looks good.got it because of new rules.good pop after 3 days of use.
Cons: grip turns brown.breaks fast ,small sweet spot do not get.and the sting is crazy!!!!!!!!
finallyfoundit
Pros: Bought my son a CF5 last year for All Stars. It was a dud out of the wrapper, but it heated up as it broke in. CF5 is a fine bat, but wasn't sure he was taking advantage of the double wall construction. Just picked up the Combat B4 from here, and what the heck? He used a B1 for All Stars last year, and this thing is just as hot as that bat was right out of the wrapper. Does it blow the CF5 away? If you consider he's hitting the ball farther with every cut, then yes it does. Pile driver of a bat with amazing pop!
Cons: none
contact king
Pros: awesome pop
Cons: breaks quick
Nate
Pros: Great power and lightness for a quick swing
Cons: none.
batboy
Pros: great pop and sound and big sweet spot
Cons: awsome bat
bfhwfbfbhbbgfehvbfgb
Pros: Great bat lots of pop
Cons: nonw
slugger
Pros: amazing
Cons: amazing
combat all day
Pros: great bat lots of pop
Cons: none
ty
Pros: love it
Cons:
Bradley
Pros: It hits great jumps right off. It has very awesome pop. suggest this to anybody.
Cons: Gripping turns brownish but that is it.
Slugger
Pros: This bat is amazing!! Great pop,and the ball flies of the bat the more you hit it.
Cons: Takes about 2 to 300 hits to break in.
bombdigidy
Pros: that it makes you hit like a beast. its not a double barrle. the sweet spot is big. it is very very awsome.
Cons: that the wite grip on the bat gets dirty and it makes the bat look like a piece of trash. its not made in different colors.
A-A
Pros: I hit my first home run with it and also got a single amazing pop and power can't wait for the new combat comes out
Cons: it has sting
why do you wanna know who i am???
Pros: great for power hitters.
Cons: not as much pop as the anderson 2011 nano tech. not balanced and the grip gets dirty very easily.
Ray Ray
Pros: My 11 & 12 year old sons had been hitting with the Easton Omen for the past 8 months and loved it. 3 days before opening day this year the end cap popped off..Needless to say bad outing on opening day. Ordered this bat ASAP! (they don't make the Omen anymore) I've heard great things about Combat Bats so i figured we'd try one. AWESOME! Great pop out of the wrapper..heck of a confidence builder. Lighter than it says to be, and it's not broken in yet!
Cons: Everybody wants to use it.
slugger
Pros: This bat is beast.Now I am constantly hitting to the outfield.
Cons: wish they made a bigbarrel
lighting
Pros: got this bat for easter went to the ball feild my 8 hit was a homerun. im only 10 years old. lots of pop sounds great
Cons: none
Joey G
Pros: This is my first composite bat and I hit already 10 hits out of it BEST BAT EVER
Cons:
BatmanSB_VT
Pros: Hits the ball hard with great pop!
Cons: None
baseball mom
Pros: my ten year old LOVES this bat! hit the fence on first use--absolutely no sting!(ive tried it myself)awesome
Cons: none
Mantequilla
Pros: I play travel ball and I know goog bats this bat is BEAST I got it 2 days ago and took about 2000 swings great pop and the barrel is amazing
Cons: This bat is the best bat ever I love I recommend this bat for anybody
Anonymous
Pros: big sweet spot lots of pop
Cons: the grip is uncofortable
hunter
Pros: good pop had it for about 2 months havnt hit anyhting out with it if you want a home run bat its the b3 gear your looking for
Cons: non so far hits ball good
Coop's Dad
Pros: Awesome bat. Great pop. Well balanced. Light enough for wicked bat speed.
Cons: Fibers came loose in one spot after 3 weeks use (bat gave off buzzing sound andn ball came off bat dead when hit in particular spot) and had to send back for replacement in mid-season, but Combat warrantied right away with no problem.
gman
Pros: looks good handle looks sweet
Cons: breaks easily chips and scratches easily no pop goes dead handle gets dirty easily
Matt
Pros: The bat has great pop once broken in, giant sweet spot.
Cons: took a while to break in, and cracked and died before the first all-star tournament was finished.
JWK
Pros: Its a amazing bat it has a large sweet spot great pop and i have a feeling im gonna get many homeruns this year with it.
Cons: Nothing.
A-A
Pros: Great bat lots of pop and power it is as good as the S1 but the s1 has no sting ps b4 is lighter that s1 even thow it says it ways the same
Cons: takes a long time to break in
sub
Pros: great bat tons of pop. first swing hit a home run. i love it!
Cons: dirty handle. thats part of baseball though.
Hollywood
Pros: Bat has a great pop to it and also sounds great. Hits way better than my old Easton bat.
Cons: Paint chips easy.
Hollywood
Pros: Great pop off the bat and sounds awesome. It hits a lot further than my old easton bat.
Cons: Paint chips easy.
jmatz
Pros: great pop
Cons: breaks very easy. got this a month ago and just broke
doy toy
Pros: great bat 12 homeruns in practice im 11 i use the 31 19 great bat i hit 4 homeruns in 5 games so far makes great contact
Cons: it has to many pros
mas638
Pros: monster bat; outstanding pop,great balance, incredible bat speed. i use to be a big easton fan; not anymore. combat b4 is worth every penny...
Cons: none
Baseball player
Pros: The pop is SO GOOD huge sweet spot
Cons: Sound isn't gret but doesn't affect performance
phil billis
Pros: great when you break it in
Cons: souds like an reaguler bat if you dont hit it in the swaet spot
Max2013
Pros: Pop,can hit very far
Cons: If you swing on top of the ball the ball goes nowhere.
mike
Pros: It has alot of pop.And bat speed.
Cons: nothing
jj
Pros: got it second hit was almost out hit the warning track
Cons: dont lisen the chips are minor
smitty19
Pros: one of the best bats ive ever used
Cons: paint chipping
Bats pro
Pros: Has ok pop
Cons: It doesn't feel like I should be holding it
Logan
Pros: Bat has a lot of Pop. Feels Great.
Cons: After about 20 Hits, something came loose inside.
Anonymous
Pros: got this bat and the omen for my son-(9yo)he loves them both! During games and practice-rec and travel he asks me which one I want him to use-triple first 2 times at bat! Love the wooden bat sound not the ping or sting from alum-son use to be a slapper/lead off now hes dropped to 3rd and even 4th for clean up! hittn w the big boys now! Had 4RBIs with first game!
Cons:
a-rod
Pros: great bat nice feeling on the swing and nice
Cons: na
ScottM
Pros: Excellent balance. Far more pop than I've seen from the CF5s. My son LOVES it.
Cons: None so far.
noah
Pros: this is the best bat i had
Cons:
baseball
Pros: This bat is worth the money ! Has a lot of pop, sounds great,and dosnt take long to break it in! Best bat ive had !
Cons: The white grip gets dirty but its not a big deal
homeruns
Pros: has so much pop got my first 2 homeruns with this bat
Cons: none
Jr
Pros: awesome bat. can't stop using 31 19 in travel. hit homerun in middle of season when it was broken in. Now i use it every at bat.
Cons: grip turns brown.Bit better than the omen
Jdivie
Pros: amazing pop, love the grip, sounds great, feels lighter than actually is
Cons: nothing at all
batboy
Pros: None
Cons: Terrible Bat, Cracked FIRST at bat this weekend. -12 is not dense enough. GET THE -10!!!!
Marcus3804
Pros: First composite bat and it has been nothing short of incredible. 9 HRs over 16 games with 1 multi homer game and 1 grand slam. Can't miss with this bat.
Cons: Nothing.
mattyfire
Pros: excellent pop when hit on sweetspot
Cons: not as much pop as B3gear and sweetspot is not as big as B3 either.Since the B3 is a little older is is also less expensive.
bday
Pros: massive pop
Cons:
beast
Pros: has alot of pop
Cons: it is already starting to sound dead
Jacoby
Pros: My son recieved this bat on a Wednesday and less than 24 hours later had two monster home runs including a Grand Slam. The ball literally jumps off the bat. The following game he knocks out another one, now he has people talking and asking where we got this bat from.
Cons: That his brother wants to use it.
homerun hitter34
Pros: amazing bat! the sweetspot is huge. has a ton of pop, i would recommend this bat for anyone who is a power hitter, also batt speed. it is very balance, all in all its a great bat.
Cons: nothing! if anything the white grip gets dirty.
pville playa
Pros: it is a great bat with lots of pop i had 3 home runs in my first 7 games with it and i hit the ball really hard with it
Cons: unfortunately it broke after tree weeks of use but I'm getting another one so i happy
cbstix24
Pros: great pop
Cons: takes a while to break in
tybomb
Pros: Great pop! Love it. The first season I got it I hit 4 homers and that was around half season so about 5 games I am 12 and recommend this to a kid who wants to hit homers
Cons: Can't use in tempetures around 30 degrees and easy to crack only use it in the cages 1 time then only use it for games
allstar2012
Pros: great bat has a huge sweet spot and it takes like only two days to break it in.
Cons: nothing grip turns coler but who cares.
Anonymous
Pros: i am 10 years old and bases were loaded i smacked one over the fence on my first at bat ;)
Cons:
Eric
Pros: This is a quality bat that hits far and everyone wants
Cons:
CJ
Pros: This is the best bat I have owned to date. Plenty of pop. Have hit 6 Homeruns this year with the bat. Hit one off the end cap and it broke and Combat was good for the warrenty. I would buy another one.
Cons: Have had no problems with the bat at all.
the bomb
Pros: ididnt even break it in and it hits alot farther than my other bat
Cons:
jared
Pros: Great bat I hit rockets with this bat Excellent bat great grip i advise hitters to use it!!
Cons: the grip is white and gets dirty easily
that guy
Pros: i was useing a friends bat i got robbed for a grandslam and i whent 3-4 with a homerun and 2 doubles
Cons: to may pros
Speedy
Pros: Its A home run macheine once you break it in.
Cons: The cap comes off way to easily and a long ime to break in
cb24
Pros: great pop
Cons: not very balanced and does not feel solid when you hit the ball
Sickest kid on baseball diamond
Pros: awesome grip it is so comfortable, good pop, i hit my first HR with this bat it was like 230ft
Cons: i guess theirs none
The man
Pros: Boss bat U must get it
Cons:
musky
Pros: good feel, large sweet spot
Cons: bat went dead after about 2 months, replaced under warranty and the 2nd bat has never had any pop and has no warranty with it
Peki
Pros: Nice Looking bat, It is all, I have to say about it.
Cons: I did a lot of research about this bat before I bought it for my 8 years old but the bat did not help at all. I don't know what it is but he can use his TPX and the ball keeps going to the fence but with the Combat it is not the same. He also have a B3 and it is much better than the B4.
Littleslugger
Pros: It's awesome, it's so boss. It broke in today at the batting cage. I bought it a couple days ago and hope it leads to my first home run.
Cons: None, the bat is the boss of all the combats.
batman
Pros: Amazing Bat. This bat has so much pop. I love it. Recommend it to any one!!!!!!
Cons: NOTHING!!
The bomba
Pros: This bat has tons of pop. Better than the pure gear. Better than CF5 also. Solid and is amazing.
Cons: Grip gets dirty.
B101
Pros: Awesomes bat ever get its awesome it really works
Cons: No Cons
b4 boy
Pros: Great pop, massive sweet spot, hit a 200 ft. homerun. It went half way up a 60 ft tree.
Cons: Grip turns reddish black, but it doesn't effect the performance.
Good bat, lots of pop, needs breaking in. Lires Starrings player
Pros: After breaking in, it had tons of pop and makes a great noise. Grip is very comfortable, and has little to no vibration, wherever you hit the ball. Great bat (once you break it in, of course)!
Cons: Took me a while to break in, and before I broke it in, it had almost no pop.
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the COMBAT B4 Youth Baseball Bat: B4YB1 -12? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
what is the best size for a kid who is 5feet 2 inches and weighs about 90 pounds gmaster
What Is The Best Bat Size For A Kid Who Weighs 150 lbs And Is 5ft 5" Grand Slam
Which organizations have approved this bat for play in 2012? Mulf
Does this bat have the BPF 1.15 and Dixie Youth approved on it? WBYBA
Does this bat have the USSSA stamp on it for 2012 approval? Genee
is it composite? could i use it in little leuge kp
Have you heard about the composite bat rules for 2012 for cal ripken league 11 & 12 yr olds? express11
Is this bat eligible for 2012 usssa play? Keifer
If I purchase this bat as a christmas gift how long do I have to return it? xhinadoll
is the b4 better than the new b3, if so how much better is it? dodgerblue
Which bat is better the b4 or the gear ? What is the differance? Crazy 8
What size for son 4'9" and 85 lbs. His b2 just cracked. Would you recommend grifter or b4? Carolyn
I weigh 95 pounds, will this bat fit me well? MursesAreMyLife
Which bat is better the Combat B4 or the Easton S1? thanks. ray
Can i use this bat for pony? mark4
What's better, a one piece barrel or double barrel and a half and half or one pice bat? Would a b4 be better or worse than a cf4st or cf5? If the cfs are better which one has more pop and less swing? I am a power hitter. Thanks cardsfan123
Is the weight balanced or end loaded? Willypeaches
Is this bat stamped approved for play in Dixie YOuth Baseball for 2012? Larry
whats the difference between the -12 and the -10 combat b4 because on the picture they look like two totaly different bats doogie
My 11 year old son will be playing with a competitive travel team this year for 11U. They will be playing in Little League, Cal Ripken League and Babe Ruth League tournaments. It is my understanding that composite bats have been outlawed with these three affiliations. I could not help but to notice the "Composite Barrel" written on the barrel. In the reviews section for this bat, several customers have said that they switched to this bat from other composites because of the new rules. Is this bat legal for these three affiliations? I do not want to spend $200 only to find out that he can not use this bat. Thanks for your help. turtleman13
My son is a power hitter with alot of bat speed. Trying to decide between 30-20 omen or 30-18 b4 adawg
My son is a 5'1", 123 lbs 8yr old. I want a bat that he can use for several years. He currently has a 29in/18ox B3. What do you recommend (30 or 31 in.)? Jason
What is differnce btween b4 b3? J.R.
My son will be playing Little League (46ft pitching). He is 5'1" and weighs 130. Last year he swung a 30/18 with above average bat speed. Should we get 31/19 or 30/18 this year? CLLL coach
Approved for usssa in 2012 Gary
What is the best bat for someone 5 feet tall? Sliders
will this bat be outlaw in 2012 .for the baberuth or cal ripken legaue ooooo
is this bat ok for cal ripken? player
my son is 4'7 79pounds what size do you recommed he is also 11 yr old. b4 or b3 for swing speed and pop? viking52
is the combat b4 little league approve for 2012 mikey
can you use it in little league hitman
my son is 7 years old 8 in april he is 4feet 5inch 72lbs do you think the 29inch 17oz B4 would be fitting for him. His last years bat was a V grip it was 28inch i cant find the weight on it.He knocked the cover of the ball with it so i want to get a more quality bat this year. ash
Approved for Dizzy Dean 5-12? Meets 1.15 BPF but stamp doesnt specifically list Dizzy BigBs4UT
Is the b4 approved for cal Ripken l Mayhem2425
How do you break in this bat Billy
The bat doesn't have the USSSA 2012 finger print? Are the bats you're selling have the finger print? If so, I'm a buyer E
Is it certified for league ball play? ryan
Im about 4 foot 8 and I'm about 75 pounds. What do you think would be the proper bat for my weight and height for little league play? brendan
Is the B4 aproved for little league play? If so why is not updated on the little league website? Perry
Is the COMbat B4 equal or better bat than the DeMarini CF4? Thanks Nick
Does this Combat B4 and the Easton S1 have the USSA stamped BPF 1.15 required for youth bats in 2013? Ron
Is this bat going to be legal past 2012 since it has the old USSSA logo? Rules page was a little confusing. Mike
What is the lowest temperature the B4 can be used in? PC
What is the lowest temp. the bat can be used in? ray ray
Will this bat be legal in Little League past 2014? number 6
Does this bat need to be broken in? jc
My son used this bat and it sounds different than the metal bats. Is that due to the composite construction? There is a definite sound difference, almost like a wood bat, that I notice. Is that how it's supposed to sound? We were using regulation Little League baseballs. Martha
Does this bat have a better pop than the Easton XL1? PK
I am getting this bat for my birthday when I turn 12. I am 5"2 and 105 lbs. what size should I get? Sarni2052
What is the difference between the-12 and the-10 Big boy
My son has had this bat for about 6 months and today when cleaning I noticed a lot of the paint is chipping. He looks after his bats. Is this an issue and would it be covered under the warranty? Mark
im 5'4 135lb should i get drop 10 or 12 31 inch bat for season 60 65 miles per hour pitching? differ
What is better COMbat B4 or the new 2013 COMbat gear? jman
is the BPF on the combat B4 1.15??? oscar
Is the COMbat B4 better than the Easton S1? alex
Will the COMbat B4 be legal in Babe Ruth 13-15 for the 2013 season? M
How many hits does it take to break in the COMbat B4? none
Will this bat be legal for Little League for the 2013 season? Jackson's Mom
Is this bat stamped 'approved for play in PONY Baseball' and stamped with 'BPF 1.15' and the year manufactured? Thus, Pony approved? john
Will the B4 or B3 Retro be approved for Little League in 2013? estheone
My name is Oscar I am 5 ft 5 and 210 lbs I am a heavyset kid with not a lot of muscle, and I am 11 years old. What size should i go with? Rory
How does this bat compare to the CF5 and S1? chris
Is the Combat B4: B4YB1-10 (10 drop) Youth good for use in 2013? JB
Does this bat have a BPF 1.15, and is it approved for play in Pony baseball? help
Is this bat legal for San Mateo ca little league? tony
I have a COMbat B3 Senior League 30"-20oz. What is the difference of the COMbat Pure Gear Senior League 30"-20oz. and the Rip-It Senior League 30"-20oz. Which one is better? Jim
I see a lot of comments asking if the B4 will be legal in 2013, and it doesn't have the new stamp on it. Is it going to be grandfathered in for the 2013 year? If not I am going to have my son stop using it in training this winter. Crutch1010
What is the difference between the b4 and the b2 reloaded? Is the b2 reloaded just the newest composite? iratherbehunting
Is this bat 29 inches and does it have a 115 stamp. My Grandson lives in San Diego and the league requires a 115 stamp. Is the barrel 2 5/8? Mary Cav
Will this bat be legal in Little League for 2015? It has USSSA BPF 1.15 printed on it. bloyd
Why was this bat discontinued? Cesar
can this bat be used for fast pitch softball? steve
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