Team Combat with tacky barrel - dual stamped

[vipvanilla]

Just picked up the dual stamp Team Combat back with the tacky for CHEAP! Like, dirt cheap. Anyone have any background on this? Is it junk? Decent?

 

[ShortYellowBus]

All Combat products are inexpensive, especially if they are not under warranty.

Hit, run, repeat and most importantly, enjoy it.

Or, sell it to Normy.

 

[Normy]

All Combat products are inexpensive, especially if they are not under warranty.

Hit, run, repeat and most importantly, enjoy it.

Or, sell it to Normy.

Hahaha! These guys know me well. Is that the black barrel one? Haven't tried it. If no likey, I get first dibs lol

 

[D-ROCK13]

If its the black barrel with blue lettering, good luck. I asked about it a few months back and really googled the heck out of it, and nothing, no info whatsoever.

 

[Normy]

If its the black barrel with blue lettering, good luck. I asked about it a few months back and really googled the heck out of it, and nothing, no info whatsoever.

Same here. Let us know how the mystery bat works out vipvanilla!

 

[vipvanilla]

will do! I picked up a couple of them. I've swung a couple bats with similar barrels and enjoyed the additional spin/knuckle, but if it's a crap bat, then who cares! More to come

 

[Normy]

will do! I picked up a couple of them. I've swung a couple bats with similar barrels and enjoyed the additional spin/knuckle, but if it's a crap bat, then who cares! More to come

Yeah, if it's anything like the Extinction or Rocket Launcher, it oughta be a beaut!! If not, BP bat. Win win

 

[sleepin4matty]

you won't find much as Combat was dissolved basically right at release time. only person around that could comment would be Coop but he works for Easton now and probably doesn't come on here much anymore

 

[Normy]

So it's a 2017 huh? Must be the last Combat made for slowpitch. I found where they were selling for peanuts. If you rate it 4 out of 5 stars, I'm picking one up. Especially if it comes with a warranty.

 

[ShortYellowBus]

Someone please post a picture.

I need to see this.

(Is it spin tech?)

 

[Normy]

How's the endload on these vipvanilla?

 

[Normy]

Couldn't take the suspense. Picked up a 27 oz. Got it from that site that rhymes with hoseout hats.

 

[ShortYellowBus]

oh.

That bat.

 

[ShortYellowBus]

1 piece dual stamp with 13” barrel and lizard skin grip. Soft barrel feel and performance comparable to white and orange ASA Rogo. Rogo was balanced, and this bat feels similar, even if it’s marked endload.

The paint is luxurious and it definitely looks more expensive than it is.

Nice bat.

 

[Normy]

oh.

That bat.

Lol!

 

[Normy]

1 piece dual stamp with 13” barrel and lizard skin grip. Soft barrel feel and performance comparable to white and orange ASA Rogo. Rogo was balanced, and this bat feels similar, even if it’s marked endload.

The paint is luxurious and it definitely looks more expensive than it is.

Nice bat.

Dang it, should have ordered the 28 oz!

 

[DJ's Militia]

Would like to hear a review in this bat when you guys swing it

 

[Normy]

Would like to hear a review in this bat when you guys swing it

Hard to go wrong with a team bat. They even have the ASA Rogo for $20 more than this mystery bat. Review coming shortly.

 

[Normy]

The 27 oz black beauty arrived today. The first thing I noticed was how balanced it felt for a Combat. The scale and balance point confirmed this. Weighed in at 26 7/8 oz with lizard skin. I'd say it has an endload of around 1/3 ounce. Maybe. Caught a paint buzz taking off the wrapper. This is different tacky coating than my Extinction. Wouldn't be surprised if dirt actually sticks to this bat. It turned cold here in Michigan so it'll be awhile before I get some swings. If I can't get used to the balanced feel, the end cap is coming off and a 3/4 oz EL cap is going in. The team needs a BP bat anyway.

 

[yank]

The 27 oz black beauty arrived today. The first thing I noticed was how balanced it felt for a Combat. The scale and balance point confirmed this. Weighed in at 26 7/8 oz with lizard skin. I'd say it has an endload of around 1/3 ounce. Maybe. Caught a paint buzz taking off the wrapper. This is different tacky coating than my Extinction. Wouldn't be surprised if dirt actually sticks to this bat. It turned cold here in Michigan so it'll be awhile before I get some swings. If I can't get used to the balanced feel, the end cap is coming off and a 3/4 oz EL cap is going in. The team needs a BP bat anyway.

Pics please.

 

[DJ's Militia]

Doesn't Mother Nature know it's spring now so it's time for some ball. Can't wait to hear how your BP goes with it

 

[ShortYellowBus]

Post #14!!

It’s not a home run bat.

It’s great for on base averages and sharing with guys who are too cheap to buy one.

Mystery bat solved.

 

[Normy]

Post #14!!

It’s not a home run bat.

It’s great for on base averages and sharing with guys who are too cheap to buy one.

Mystery bat solved.

Lol, I just had to have Combats last softball bat. There's a sticker on this bat that isn't on my others...designed in Canada, made in China. The rest say made in Canada. I'm not giving it high hopes. What this bat WILL do is save a few swings on the 13 DBA and Legends Plague by looking pretty hanging in the dugout

 

[Normy]

Well fellas...got a chance to hit on this beautiful 38° Michigan day. Didn't have a pitcher so I just air mailed a bucket of 52's. What Shortyellowbus said was spot on. Balanced swing with a soft barrel. Granted, these were the first few swings so it'll take a few more rounds to open up. Overall, if you're looking for an inexpensive one piece with a balanced feel, this bat should do the trick. No real wow factor but still a great bat for the price.

 

[nam2212]

I spoke to the store that is selling these Team Combats and they said it was a special edition made for them. Main difference in this and the Rogo ASA is the balanced vs. endload according to them. I ended up going with the Rogo as I will only be playing ASA.

 

[Normy]

I spoke to the store that is selling these Team Combats and they said it was a special edition made for them. Main difference in this and the Rogo ASA is the balanced vs. endload according to them. I ended up going with the Rogo as I will only be playing ASA.

I'm taking the end cap off mine and putting more EL so it matches my gamers. It was pretty balanced which i never cared for. Need another BP bat anyway.

 

[D-ROCK13]

That's rare for a combat! Must have been running low on spare hardware that day

 

[Normy]

will do! I picked up a couple of them. I've swung a couple bats with similar barrels and enjoyed the additional spin/knuckle, but if it's a crap bat, then who cares! More to come

Have you had a chance to swing yours yet?

 

[Sel]

Playing with 47/375's, would you guys think this Combat would be a better option than the 2015 Easton Salvo ASA (end-load)? I can get that stick also for the same price. Looking for something to fill the low priced team bat slot but still produce for the average Joe.

Another Easton option, the 2017 Ronin ASA/USSSA balanced (12" barrel). Again, just rounding out a team bat selection for modified ball.

Thanks.

 

[Normy]

Playing with 47/375's, would you guys think this Combat would be a better option than the 2015 Easton Salvo ASA (end-load)? I can get that stick also for the same price. Looking for something to fill the low priced team bat slot but still produce for the average Joe.

Another Easton option, the 2017 Ronin ASA/USSSA balanced (12" barrel). Again, just rounding out a team bat selection for modified ball.

Thanks.

I play with 52's so not sure. If you're looking for a durable team bat, I'd probably go with one of the Easton's.