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COMBAT Maple Backbone BBCOR Baseball Bat: BACKAB1: Image #325397
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Features

  • -3 Length to Weight Ratio

  • BBCOR Certified

  • Free Shipping!

  • 15/16" Handle Diameter

  • Comparable to a 271 Turn

  • Dramatically Improved Durability

  • More Consistent Balance and Swing Weight

  • Reduced Vibrations

  • Optimized Handle Flex

  • Maple Wood Barrel

  • Composite Handle

Description

Real wood never looked or felt this good. The COMBAT Maple Backbone BBCOR baseball bat has been designed from the ground up to behave just like a wood bat, but to last much longer and to use much less of our diminishing supply of high quality hard wood. By using less maple, COMBAT is able to be more discriminating and use only the best of the hard maple selection available. The Backbone combines an unbreakable composite handle with a rock hard maple barrel. The composite handle, in addition to providing excellent durability, also enables a consistent, optimized handle flex for maximum energy transfer to the ball and greater pop. This is a huge improvement over the current practices for making wood bats. On average, at least one wood bat breaks in every high school baseball game. This makes using a traditional wood bat an expensive proposition. Most wood bats break on the handle or the taper. The COMBAT composite Backbone uses a high strength composite tube (backbone) that runs the length of the bat. The strength provided by this backbone means this bat will last longer, saving our customers money. Beyond money savings, the Backbone gives players a better, more consistent balance point and swing weight, with a softer feel and reduced vibrations. It also means the bat is more likely to stay in one piece in the unlikely chance it does break, making the game safer. Durability, performance, safety, this is Wood Done Right. COMBAT: For Players by Players! The COMBAT Backbone is BBCOR Certified and legal for high school and collegiate play. Free Shipping!

Reviews

Average Ratings Based on 18 Customer Reviews

3.2777777777777777 Stars:Overall Rating
1 Stars: Durability
2.5 Stars: Finish
2.5 Stars: General Feel
2.5 Stars: Pop
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3 Stars: Overall Rating
Va Jon Jon

Pros: Its an OK bat... I'd rate it 5 out of 10 stars

Cons: Sounds odd when hit.... Overall Good Bat

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
GDTRFB

Pros: Incredibly genius design. This bat is one of a kind. I've loved how it hits so far, and it doesn't seem like it'll be easy to break at all. Another winner from Combat!

Cons: Does have a unique sound on contact that takes some getting used to.

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
THE BEST HITTER

Pros: GREAT BAT IT HAS VERY GOOD POP FOR A WOOD BAT. ITS ALSO VERY DURABLE. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BAT. I CRUSH THE BALL WITH IT.

Cons:

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
pro

Pros: great feel. made out of good quality wood. hits far. wont break. best wood bat ive ever owned

Cons: just takes some getting used too. you wont regret buying this bat.

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
redsoxnation

Pros: Very great bat, very durable, feels light, and has great pop for both a wood bat and a BBCOR.

Cons: its sold out almost everywhere so its hard to get ur hand on one

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2 Stars: Overall Rating
Coach R

Pros: The handle is much more durable than a regular wood bat, lots of pop, reasonably priced.

Cons: The plastic sleeve connecting the handle to the barrel broke loose within minutes of 1st use without the ball ever hitting the plastic. It wasn't worth the hassel and shipping cost to return it.The bat still works just fine.

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4 Stars: Overall Rating
MIKE

Pros: LIGHT QUICK TO BALL DURABLE SOLID HITS

Cons: NONE

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1 Stars: Overall Rating
OppoTaco

Pros: N/A

Cons: Bat snapped at the handle on my first plate appearance, horrible pop, and it's weighted horribly. Save your money on this one. You're better off buying a Baum Bat or money on real wood

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1 Stars: Overall Rating
Oppo Taco

Pros: Nonw

Cons: Absolutely horrible product. Extremely end loaded, no pop whatsoever, and zero durability. The bat broke my first time ever using it. Combat's customer service took forever to get me my replacement. DO NOT BUY!! If you're going to buy a composite bat buy a Baum Bat.

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
woodenbaseballbattuser

Pros: great bat. good sound when you hit. all in all, great bat. i say buy

Cons: stay off of inside hits. wieght is all at the en. takes getting used to

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
Canadian College Player

Pros: This bat has great POP! I wouldn't've bought it if it wasn't $89.99 at my local store because of its Unique design. But Oh Man was it worth it! I have had this bat for my whole summer season (4 months) and haven't had a single problem with the piece in the middle breaking like that one guy said. It really does seem to be indestructible like they suggest. I have even used this bat in the cage. The quality of this bat is just as you would expect! I would shop around to find the best price for this bat (because in Canada it isn't very popular apparently) so you might be able to find a better price on this bat. Also, no one on my team wanted to use my bat because they thought it was super weird (with the backbone design - you can see right through the bat) BUT after one other kid tried it, my Backbone became the most popular bat on the team. I love this bat! I waited all summer to write a review to make sure. This bat will not disappoint.

Cons: It takes awhile to break the bat in. Basically what I'm saying is, after buying this bat. Go hit around 400 balls to break it in. I didn't see performance from this bat till 1 month into the summer. The grip at the bottom is decent, i used hockey tape to flare the bottom out and increase grip - worked like a charm! Make sure that you break the bat in first! I can't stress this enough. Go to a cage with your friends, and have someone soft toss you a ton of balls. You will feel the POP when the bat is finally broken in. Then, PERFECTION!

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2 Stars: Overall Rating
John

Pros: Great pop while it lasted

Cons: Handle fell off two times within the first week of use

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1 Stars: Overall Rating
MattGee

Pros: Good pop. Too bad I only got ten swings with it.

Cons: Broke within the first ten swings. The knob is made of plastic and broke instantly off the bat.

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1 Stars: Overall Rating
thunder1713

Pros:

Cons: I bought it and took it to practice and the little plastic knob broke off. I contacted COMbat and they won't stand behind their warranty, DO NOT BUY.

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4 Stars: Overall Rating
Anonymous

Pros: I used this bat all last year, every kid hit with it on my team. And the bat overall was a great bat if you don't like a wood bat with a plastic center piece then its not the bat for you!

Cons: The handle needs pine tar because its slippery.

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5 Stars: Overall Rating
Shane

Pros: I was struggling with my aluminum bat so I went with this one and my average has increased by 200. I eventually did crack the bat but with the warranty I had my replacement back in 2 weeks with no problems.

Cons:

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4 Stars: Overall Rating
1 Stars: Durability
4 Stars: Finish
4 Stars: General Feel
4 Stars: Pop
player albone player

Pros: The bat felt good the first few swings, then the improbable happened. The barrel split when making contact. I was unable to give an accurate review.

Cons: As I proved, the bat is not made of steel. The bat will break. I didn't think it would break so soon, meaning the first few swings.

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1 Stars: Overall Rating
1 Stars: Durability
1 Stars: Finish
1 Stars: General Feel
1 Stars: Pop
Waste of wood dosen't work well at all jermy player

Pros: nothing

Cons: the wood

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Questions and Answers

Have a question about the COMBAT Maple Backbone BBCOR Baseball Bat: BACKAB1? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.

will this bat be legal to use in highschool for 2012? bjl
Yes. It is BBCOR certified which means it is 100% legal for 2012.
John
does it have a 2 5/8 in barrel? catchers questions
The barrel of this bat will be approximately 2 5/8 inches. Because the barrel is wood and is a different consistency than alloy or composite, that measurement may vary by a fraction of an inch or so.
John
Would regular wood bats by good for highschool, or do the wood bats have to be bbcor certified too? Xx BOOYACKAA xX
Only the composite wood bats have to be BBCOR certified. The Backbone meets the BBCOR standards.
Kara
Does this bat have a warrenty? Jc5
Yes. This bat has a 12 month warranty with COMBAT.
KG
is it allowed in wood tourneys ..? the '' ant ''
Most tournaments are not going to allow the bat, you may want to check with the tounament officials if you do choose to use this bat in a tournament
Sean
if i play in a wood only tournament is this a legal "wood" bat or does it still count as a BBCOR bat that just has a wood barrel? 2_clouds
This is not a wood bat, this bat just has the look of a wood bat. This bat would not be legal in a wood bat league.
KG
My son will be playing high school ball, with woods bats only. Will this bat be okay to play with? Bubba
It is a certified BBCOR wood bat, but you will want to make sure with your coach or league official to make cure they can use composite wood bats.
Shelbe
Is this a high school approved wood bat? CHSDEVILS
This bat is BBCOR certified. This means that it is legal for high school and collegiate level play. However, since league rules vary from league to league, I would check with your league official to make sure it is legal in your area since it is a composite wood bat.
Jennifer
What is better this or the COMbat Classic PR14? levi
The COMBAT Maple BackBone BBCOR is a wood bat with a composite handle and the COMBAT Classic PR14 is a one-piece full composite bat. Both are high quality bats, just made from different materials.
Nick K.
In 14 and under we have to use wood. Is this bat legal? baseball
If you need a BBCOR certified bat the COMBAT Maple Backbone is BBCOR certified.
Damon
Wont this bat get questioned because of the hole or pile right down the middle? derek
No you will not have any issues with the COMBAT Maple BackBone model. This bat has the required BBCOR stamp on the bat to make it approved for High School and College play.
John
Is there a warranty? If so how long? jakewem34
Unfortunately, the COMBAT Maple BackBone BBCOR: BACKAB1 is not covered under a manufacturer's warranty.
Tyler
Can I use this for 2013 high school play? Jake4
Since the COMBAT Maple BackBone is BBCOR certified it will be legal for use in high school play.
Tom
Why is the bat hollowed out in the barrel? edward
The COMBAT Maple BackBone BBCOR: BACKAB1 Adult bat uses a high strength composite backbone that runs the length of the bat. The strength provided by the backbone means this bat will last longer, saving our customers money. Beyond money savings, the backbone allows for a better, more consistent balance and swing weight with a softer feel and reduced vibrations. It also means the bat is more likely to stay in one piece in the unlikely chance it does break, making the game safer.
Brandon
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About the Brand

COMBAT is obsessed with making the "best bats" in the industry.

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:

"FOR PLAYERS, BY PLAYERS..." 

Bat Properties

COMBAT Maple Backbone BBCOR Baseball Bat: BACKAB1
Barrel Diameter 2 5/8
Baseball Bats Wood Baseball BBCOR
Bat Type Baseball
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Length to Weight Ratio - 3
Material Half and Half Wood
Vendor COMBAT
Wood Type Maple
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