Rawlings bats have left a mark on diamonds all across the world, and Icon baseball bats are no exception. With its impressive performance, cutting-edge technology, and sleek design, the Icon is the perfect choice for any player looking to take their game to the next level. To provide you with more insight, the Bat Experts at JustBats provide a breakdown of the 2023 Rawlings Icon. We have included prominent bat features, verified bat reviews, video reviews from Rawlings University, and the highly-anticipated Baseball Bat Bros review.
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As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the team of Bat Experts. We are more than happy to answer any bat-related questions or provide additional recommendations specific to you or your player’s game. Now, let's dive in.
Rawlings Icon Review
Available in a BBCOR bat, USSSA baseball bats, and a USA Baseball Bat, the 2023 Rawlings Icon is suitable for nearly every type of hitter. The balanced swing weight and fully composite design allow smaller hitters to generate enough bat speed to make a large impact on the game. Inversely, the Icon’s composite walls are also able to keep up with the loud collisions created by bigger, stronger hitters. The 2023 Rawlings Icon is one of the best baseball bats in the game today. Notable features include:
- Balanced Swing Weight
- All-Composite Construction
- In/Tense Composite Carbon Fiber Barrel
- Optimized Barrel Performance
- Zero Loss Energy Technology - NEW Innovative Collar
- RevGrip for the Ultimate Barrel Control
- Available in BBCOR & USSSA Options
Watch the hype video that Rawlings put together for more details, specifically around the BBCOR Rawlings Icon.
Rawlings Icon Bat Reviews
But don't take Rawlings's word for it (or ours, for that matter). One of the benefits of shopping at JustBats is the real, unfiltered reviews we receive from shoppers just like you. Here are a few that we've received about the Rawlings Icon:
Pros - Great pop out of the wrapper! Sweet spot large, and contact sounds and feels great!
Cons - The grip is too thin… A new 0.5mm (bat grip) does the trick!
Pros - This bat has an incredible sweet spot. Hit the ball off the hands and you'll only know by the sound. The ball still flies, and there is no feedback on the hands.
Cons - Pretty heavy. The Varsity 3-hole hitter on our high school baseball team was struggling to get this bat around, but a power hitter has no problem.
How Much Does The Rawlings Icon Cost?
The Rawlings Icon baseball bats come in a variety of different prices depending on which model you're looking for.
- The Rawlings Icon BBCOR bat retails at $499.95
- The -5, -8, and -10 Rawlings Icon USSSA bats retail at $399.95
- The -13 Rawlings Icon USSSA bat retails at $89.95
- The -10 Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat retails at 399.95
Rawlings University
Learn everything you need to know about the 2023 Rawlings Icon directly from Rawlings. In less than a minute, you’ll receive a full bat breakdown of the new features showcased in the 2023 Icon. Check it out!
To summarize, the new In/Tense Carbon Composite materials help create a seamless barrel design across the entire barrel. This helps to promote a wider sweet spot and more POP with every swing. Continuing down the barrel, the Zero Loss Collar delivers a stiffer connection, allowing stronger hitters to transfer more energy into the ball. And when you’re talking about hitting, more energy means more power. The 2023 Icon is loaded with a power potential unlike any composite bat we’ve seen in the last couple of years.
Baseball Bat Bros Icon Review
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Rawlings Icon vs. The Quatro
For years, Rawlings produced the Quatro, a composite baseball bat series. Without much warning, they discontinued the Quatro in 2023 and replaced it with the Icon series. So what is different about the 2023 Rawlings Icon compared to the Rawlings Quatro?
- New End Cap
- New Connection Piece
- New Grip
- New Taper
- New Knob
- New Composite Barrel
- New Swing Weight
So maybe we should be asking, what’s the same? Everything is new with the Icon. They have completely renovated their composite lineup, and we’re totally here for it. The upgraded end cap works well with the bigger composite barrel design. Hitters are able to maximize each swing, and the sweet spot allows for more forgiveness no matter where you make contact. The new collar design eliminates vibrations while creating a stiffer, more powerful feeling.
We have received mixed reviews about the new grip, many claiming it to be too thin. However, you can simply add a Lizard Skins bat grip at checkout when you purchase the Icon from JustBats. The swing weight is slightly heavier than the previous Quatros, but most hitters seem to be more than happy to trade a little swing weight for better durability and performance.
In conclusion, the 2023 Rawlings Icon will be one of the most popular baseball bats in 2023. Hitters have already begun to rave about the performance, and we have yet to field many questions regarding the durability. If you need a new bat in 2023, the Rawlings Icon must be one of the models you consider purchasing.
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We hope you enjoyed this breakdown of the Rawlings Icon baseball bats. While the conversation will continue throughout the season, there is no doubt that the Icon will be one of the best composite bats in 2023. If you are interested in shopping for a Rawlings Icon, be sure to shop at JustBats for your next purchase. We offer free, fast shipping along with full access to our team of Bat Experts.
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