Good to see the Marucci cat lineup is still blowing out people’s eardrums. I specifically remember the Cat7 and whether it was the BBCOR or USSSA version, the thing was LOUD.
@@meganbun2722 @ 7, get any old CAT, BEAST X, S3, XL3, VELO, SOLO, OMAHA, CF, 918, META...All < $100. I have some cheap! Hit w wood in the cages. *The bat WILL NOT make the hitter*. Sorry.
You should test all composite bats at those price differences if you haven’t already. (even if it’s $50 gaps or less options, I’m unsure if the market). it’s really clear there’s no reason to buy an alloy bat for U-Trip. So test the comps! That’d be sweet
Sitting in my house the other night in Torrance, California and I kept hearing this loud ringing sound..... It was a Marucci bat belting out tanks several hundred miles away
Will this channel is my go-to when my wife is out on a date with her coworker. Her current boyfriend is in the market for a few USSSA's so I'm doing some market research to help out. Cheers
We got our son the new 2025 icon USSSA and he’s 11-year-old and he’s used it in the cage a couple times and that thing rocks! Can’t wait to get out on the field this next spring.
Like to see a 1-piece -5 showdown: StringKing Metal @ $99 Marucci Code @ $149 Victus Vibe/Pencil @ $199 Louisville Atlas @ $249 Marucci Cat X2 @ $299 With a used bat like the Demarini @ $60 thrown in to see how much you "lose" going used. Side idea, a vid with used 2-piece vs new 1-piece to see what the actual performance dropoff is. JustBats has a variety of used in the same price range as new 1-piece and my 11u son's still always had good pop on someone else's "last season's" bat.
Hey will I have a quick question. If durability does not matter to me and I’m just looking for a stupid hot -5 should I get the hype fire or something else
Bro my ear drums about blew out just from the sound of that bat from the speakers on my phone. Lol that is insane! I could not imagine what that thing sounds like in person.
THE FREAKING VEXXUM 😂 I played on traveling team that was actually our teams rival, and they used nothing but the Vexxum, the Triton, and the Nike bat. They were actually not a great team, but I fell in love with the Triton while I was there, and actually ended up buying one to use alongside my CF4. I couldn't ever decide which one I liked more
Debating on getting a voodoo 2022 atlas 2 piece goods or select pwr I go to a 3A school and trying to start JV as a freshmen I rarely strikeout but I don’t have much pop
The Bat bros described the new Tank as an “even better Cat x”. However, the tank does have some glaring durability issues with the end cap (it does have a warranty though)
Hi , I'm English , I have liked baseball for some time now , but am confused as to which type of bats are allowed to be used , as I thought in the MLB wooden bats had to be used , so some other leagues you can use alloy bats , is that right ?
I bought 2025 icon for my son. It took some convincing to get him away from the hype fire but since he constantly watched this channel and seen the comparison video of the hype fire, 2025 icon and soldier tank he was sold on the icon.
Do you think composite bats make a difference in USSSA for 7-8 year olds? I'm sure some of the larger kids but a normal sized kid. My sons alloy bats seem to have more pop then his hype fire. Idk what it is about it. Maybe the alloy just fits his swing better.
I think a good video idea would be hype fire vs the green zen, I think it’s obvious the hype fire is hotter but I think it would just really put into perspective how crazy hot the bat truly is as most people still think of the green zen as the goat
I don’t know why my kid hits better with one piece alloys over the composites. Is it swing weight? Balance the hell is the difference between the alloy and composite?????
What is the swing weight of the Icon compared to the Hype Fire. Son is swinging the drop 8 HF but wants an Icon and I’m wondering if a drop 5 Icon might work better than the drop 8 Icon.
I have a 30/-8 fire and a 30/-8 icon. Icon swings lighter than the fire in -8. In -8 I like the icon better. I also have a 30/-5 fire and it is not that heavy…not much heavier than the 30/-8 fire. My 9 year old used it in a 10U majors tourney and got it around just fine. The -5 icons I’ve swung seem about the same swing weight as the -5 fires. The -5 fire is insane. Both my 8 and 10 year old seem to like it more than their other bats, including the tank and icon fwiw. But in -8 they generally prefer the icon. If you’re going with a -5, get a fire… but just know it’s got a very limited life. It’s the hottest bat ever made from what I can tell, and will seems to say that as well. The tank and the icon aren’t far behind, but as someone who really dislikes our 30/-8 fire and raved about the 30/-8 icon, I favor the -5 fire over every other bat. I like the grip and taper on the icon better though. If he wants a -8, stick with the icon. If you want to go -5, get a fire imo
Question to anyone in baseball, I want to practice my swing in my backyard, what is the best way to do this by myself, what kind of products are available and what works best
My son batted .500 in 9U travel with the Cat X9 drop 10. Basically a single machine. Only 2 doubles and a grand slam in 34 games. You sold me on the Icon and I got a Cat X2. 10U fall ball about to start, we’ll see how it goes.
I know this is going to sound like a stupid question, mock me if you must, can someone tell me what the difference between BBCOR and USSSA? I play lots of slo pitch, and USSSA is the standard for slo pitch bats. Which ones are they using in High School? Which ones are they using in College?
Hi Will, quick question: I know you’ve said that the Stinger Missle S is heavier than the Missile 2, but how do the Missile S and Missile 2 compare to the Missile 3 in terms of swing weight? (Ok maybe it wasn’t that quick)
I just attended the Cooperstown Dream Park's last tournament for the summer and the bats are stupid and the fields are stupid. The amount of inflated home runs and scores were insane. The fields say they are 200....I measured several...they are in fact 186. This bs about the wall height is stupid. They told us "Cooperstown Dreams Park does not want high scores! We do not want blow outs! We want baseball!" which is the total opposite of what anyone gets when playing there. High scoring games all the time, too many kids getting drilled by way too hot line drives or ground balls and then stupid swings where they flick the bat while falling over and it goes out by a solid 30+ feet. The composite bats are stupid. Give majority of those kids a real bat and they will have a hard time fighting through the zone.
Back in the day, I bought my son a CAT7 USSSA and he used it for 3 summers. Basically cost me $60 per summer. None of the bats work if your swing is trash.
The other problem is that -5 tend to be different than -10 and -8 for some reason in USSSA. So take this video as this is how -5 perform not the other drops
I still wonder how the CATX2 is so popular. Its expensive for a one piece and not overly hot. Plus the ring in your ears after you hit it. Id have to pass on it or pay the extra $50 for the connect.
My kid plays 8U travel, lots of USSSA tournaments. Everyone crushing the ball. Icons and hype fires everywhere. This summer he played All Stars, you have to use USA bat. The kids were like what the hell is going on? My kid hit one home run in one game - literally the only home run we saw the entire all star season and this team went to the SoCal super regional final and won three tournaments before that.
Funny you say that, he’s playing in a woodbat tournament tomorrow. They were practicing with wood bats earlier this week and most kids could barely get it to the outfield.
the x2 hurt my ears 😂
That bat is terrible. Literally I won't let our kids use it in practice as I can't stand the sou
felt like a ghoul screaming
The X2 reminds me of my little league days and when my dad played softball in the 90s
My ears hurt from the cat x2
Imagine being a catcher and someone is hitting with that
Will is either buddy’s with the store manager or drops a small fortune in baseballs. 🤘😎
Demarini is so good
Good to see the Marucci cat lineup is still blowing out people’s eardrums. I specifically remember the Cat7 and whether it was the BBCOR or USSSA version, the thing was LOUD.
still second fiddle to the first gen Victus Vandal 😂😂😂
Thing sings to you , probably where the term dingers came from.. hollyyyy
my son has the cat 7 and he is good but says its so loud (bbcor
I just heard that X2 outside my house in Tennessee....
"I'm going to save money for the light bill"
"I'm going to save money for the light bill"
*Bat bros says a bat id good*
Can u please do a usssa icon -8 vs usssa tank -8 with the kids?
@@nadiamunoz474 bomb Dropper boys may have already.
Exactly what he needs to make!!
My kid (7) loves watching these but has the same question I do. “But what about when I use them mom? Which one is better for me?” 😂
@@meganbun2722 @ 7, get any old CAT, BEAST X, S3, XL3, VELO, SOLO, OMAHA, CF, 918, META...All < $100. I have some cheap! Hit w wood in the cages. *The bat WILL NOT make the hitter*. Sorry.
You should test all composite bats at those price differences if you haven’t already. (even if it’s $50 gaps or less options, I’m unsure if the market). it’s really clear there’s no reason to buy an alloy bat for U-Trip. So test the comps! That’d be sweet
Sitting in my house the other night in Torrance, California and I kept hearing this loud ringing sound.....
It was a Marucci bat belting out tanks several hundred miles away
Lol the sounds on that X2 is all time haha
I listened to the X2 with headphones and something turned off the sound permanently. Ring-a-ding-ding-dong.
That cat x2 needs a set of ear plugs sold with it. I think flash bangs are less loud....
IKR😂😂😂
I heard that CatX and I am in East Asia right now...
Will this channel is my go-to when my wife is out on a date with her coworker. Her current boyfriend is in the market for a few USSSA's so I'm doing some market research to help out. Cheers
Bro what
LOL
Did Will really heart this?
I highly suggest researching either divorce lawyers or any first 48 episode
@@ericreed1304what am i reading 😂😂😂😂 so funny and unexpected
a brand new F5 is $115 and put performs the cheapo and the stringking and the x2
We got our son the new 2025 icon USSSA and he’s 11-year-old and he’s used it in the cage a couple times and that thing rocks! Can’t wait to get out on the field this next spring.
Like to see a 1-piece -5 showdown:
StringKing Metal @ $99
Marucci Code @ $149
Victus Vibe/Pencil @ $199
Louisville Atlas @ $249
Marucci Cat X2 @ $299
With a used bat like the Demarini @ $60 thrown in to see how much you "lose" going used.
Side idea, a vid with used 2-piece vs new 1-piece to see what the actual performance dropoff is. JustBats has a variety of used in the same price range as new 1-piece and my 11u son's still always had good pop on someone else's "last season's" bat.
I don't even like baseball but I'm entertained everytime
How anyone swings that Cat X2 indoors in a cage is beyond me.
Also, look for the Icon ban after this.
Hey will I have a quick question. If durability does not matter to me and I’m just looking for a stupid hot -5 should I get the hype fire or something else
Dude Marucci’s are so loud, they do make good bats. You got to love Louisville Slugger sounds
Look like Bobby with Jr
Does anybody remember that batbro cam
Have yall touched those tucci Bbcor bats yet?
I have a question what is more end loaded a pencil bat or a Easton speed
I love your videos keep it up good work
Bro my ear drums about blew out just from the sound of that bat from the speakers on my phone. Lol that is insane! I could not imagine what that thing sounds like in person.
Will, love your videos. I also dig the hair. You are starting to look like a lean John Kruk with the curly mullett. 😂
What pitching machine are you using?
THE FREAKING VEXXUM 😂 I played on traveling team that was actually our teams rival, and they used nothing but the Vexxum, the Triton, and the Nike bat. They were actually not a great team, but I fell in love with the Triton while I was there, and actually ended up buying one to use alongside my CF4. I couldn't ever decide which one I liked more
Can we see the bobesaber hybrid match up against the Rawlings icon. Been debating on which bat to get.
Debating on getting a voodoo 2022 atlas 2 piece goods or select pwr I go to a 3A school and trying to start JV as a freshmen I rarely strikeout but I don’t have much pop
Love the lid! Bobby Witt Jr for MVP … 😎
The x2 sounds as loud as the old Walmart Worth Copperheads from back in the day.
I'm going to buy a bat but I don't know which one to choose, help me Soldier Tank bbcor or Cat x 1 piece bbcor
The Bat bros described the new Tank as an “even better Cat x”. However, the tank does have some glaring durability issues with the end cap (it does have a warranty though)
Will, what would you say the Louisville prime 918 swing weight is on the bat bros scale.
No velo on the last icon? Or did I miss it
How much was that demarini when it debuted though ?
Hi , I'm English , I have liked baseball for some time now , but am confused as to which type of bats are allowed to be used , as I thought in the MLB wooden bats had to be used , so some other leagues you can use alloy bats , is that right ?
Will - "So at least there's a noticible difference there, lets try that again"
Me - *Mutes the video faster than I have done anything else in my life*
I bought 2025 icon for my son. It took some convincing to get him away from the hype fire but since he constantly watched this channel and seen the comparison video of the hype fire, 2025 icon and soldier tank he was sold on the icon.
You need to try the yellow xl1
I feel dumb asking this, but what exactly is “off the hands”? I feel like it’s a jammed hit or a stinger.
exactly that he just got jammed
@@edwardpullar2741 kinda figured, but I’ve heard him say it after what looks like his got the barrel on it. I dunno…
I was hoping for 120 velo on the 4hundo bat. Love the vids
I had a vexxum yellow handle silver barrel in t ball and it rang me up like I would hit and shake ALOT from the vexxum vibration.
That stringking sounded so sick, would love to see a full review
Bats aside, HOW DID U GET CUSTOM FRANKLIN LONG CUFF GLOVES????
Im pretty sure they sent them to him, like all the bats you see him debut
They need to sell them on the website.
Or allow us to do our own custom ones.
You always know it’s a good hit when he changes the camera angle😂❤❤
I had the vexxum when I was younger and literally forgot about it. Like you just unlocked a memory with that one 😂
Can you do the USSA Axe Avenge Pro 3. Feels like it has more exit velocity and pop than a lot of the bats out there.
That Marucci CatX 2 made my ears ring. However, I loved the Rawlings ICON USSSA bat.
Do you think composite bats make a difference in USSSA for 7-8 year olds? I'm sure some of the larger kids but a normal sized kid. My sons alloy bats seem to have more pop then his hype fire. Idk what it is about it. Maybe the alloy just fits his swing better.
Nevermind you answered my question at the end lol. Thanks!!
Could you try a marucci hex connect
I think a good video idea would be hype fire vs the green zen, I think it’s obvious the hype fire is hotter but I think it would just really put into perspective how crazy hot the bat truly is as most people still think of the green zen as the goat
I don’t know why my kid hits better with one piece alloys over the composites. Is it swing weight? Balance the hell is the difference between the alloy and composite?????
What is the swing weight of the Icon compared to the Hype Fire. Son is swinging the drop 8 HF but wants an Icon and I’m wondering if a drop 5 Icon might work better than the drop 8 Icon.
I have a 30/-8 fire and a 30/-8 icon. Icon swings lighter than the fire in -8. In -8 I like the icon better. I also have a 30/-5 fire and it is not that heavy…not much heavier than the 30/-8 fire. My 9 year old used it in a 10U majors tourney and got it around just fine. The -5 icons I’ve swung seem about the same swing weight as the -5 fires. The -5 fire is insane. Both my 8 and 10 year old seem to like it more than their other bats, including the tank and icon fwiw. But in -8 they generally prefer the icon.
If you’re going with a -5, get a fire… but just know it’s got a very limited life. It’s the hottest bat ever made from what I can tell, and will seems to say that as well. The tank and the icon aren’t far behind, but as someone who really dislikes our 30/-8 fire and raved about the 30/-8 icon, I favor the -5 fire over every other bat. I like the grip and taper on the icon better though. If he wants a -8, stick with the icon. If you want to go -5, get a fire imo
Will can you do a review on the marruci code -5 because I need a budget usssa for my time on a select team 13u
Hi, I’m not a baseball player but i need a bat that is good for smashing sculls, can you recommend me something?
What kind of shoes were you wearing in this vid?
Question to anyone in baseball, I want to practice my swing in my backyard, what is the best way to do this by myself, what kind of products are available and what works best
Will you have to hit with the adidas eqtx2 -5. A kid at my baseball camp had one and he hit harder with that then he did with a hype fire.
My son batted .500 in 9U travel with the Cat X9 drop 10. Basically a single machine. Only 2 doubles and a grand slam in 34 games. You sold me on the Icon and I got a Cat X2. 10U fall ball about to start, we’ll see how it goes.
Hey will, can you review the KS12 louisville slugger maple. Thank you
I just got the icon today, and im so excited to hit absolute bombs.
I love the cat x2 but one of my favorite bats of all time is the cat 9 drop 5
I know this is going to sound like a stupid question, mock me if you must, can someone tell me what the difference between BBCOR and USSSA? I play lots of slo pitch, and USSSA is the standard for slo pitch bats. Which ones are they using in High School? Which ones are they using in College?
I’ve been wondering what you do with the bats after a video.
i loved this video probably one of my favorites⚾️
Hi Will, quick question: I know you’ve said that the Stinger Missle S is heavier than the Missile 2, but how do the Missile S and Missile 2 compare to the Missile 3 in terms of swing weight?
(Ok maybe it wasn’t that quick)
2 and 3 swing similar. S is noticeably heavier with a little bit more forgiving barrel
Thank you!
It's like someone that use to hit rocks with the old big red plastic bats was like let's make a bat that hot when they created the hype fire and icon.
Bro, that Icon sounds so sick!
Can you please do the usssa the goods i dont think you’ve done one but correct me if I’m wrong. Thank you!
I'm a small 13 year old who grew out of a lot of my gear what bat should I get
already know this gonna be 🔥
I don't know what sound is worse..... The ping from the CatX2 or the dial up internet sound from the early 90's.
I just attended the Cooperstown Dream Park's last tournament for the summer and the bats are stupid and the fields are stupid. The amount of inflated home runs and scores were insane. The fields say they are 200....I measured several...they are in fact 186. This bs about the wall height is stupid. They told us "Cooperstown Dreams Park does not want high scores! We do not want blow outs! We want baseball!" which is the total opposite of what anyone gets when playing there. High scoring games all the time, too many kids getting drilled by way too hot line drives or ground balls and then stupid swings where they flick the bat while falling over and it goes out by a solid 30+ feet. The composite bats are stupid. Give majority of those kids a real bat and they will have a hard time fighting through the zone.
USA bats next?
I already know this is gonna be a good video
Just for the people with headphones on I would suggest that you take them off when you get to the cat x2 part
I had the 32/29 vexxum and it was nothing but sweet spot
Can u do tank vs icon vs zen?
Back in the day, I bought my son a CAT7 USSSA and he used it for 3 summers. Basically cost me $60 per summer. None of the bats work if your swing is trash.
i had on headphones when you swung the cat x2…
Demarini y Marucci son los mejores bate
The other problem is that -5 tend to be different than -10 and -8 for some reason in USSSA. So take this video as this is how -5 perform not the other drops
Why do yall not use Bruce bolts anymore?
I believe he said he switched because of the price.
@@1uckedout ok thanks
Oh yeah bat bros it goated
And sporting royal gear? Dope
Some sound like the 1990's Easton Tiphoon STi1 slow pitch softball bat. Straight tuning forks!
Can u pls do the Louisville Slugger Wooden 36inch Bat?
I have a legendary unheard bat you have yet reviewed yet. Its BESR and I'm very sure you can make another video out of it. Pleaser reply if interested
Can you review the 2024 meta limited edition autism awareness bat? I got it and I want to know what you think.
I still wonder how the CATX2 is so popular. Its expensive for a one piece and not overly hot. Plus the ring in your ears after you hit it. Id have to pass on it or pay the extra $50 for the connect.
I bought a demarini vexxxum blue usssa 31” for $10 ! Bat was practically new wow😮
My kid plays 8U travel, lots of USSSA tournaments. Everyone crushing the ball. Icons and hype fires everywhere. This summer he played All Stars, you have to use USA bat. The kids were like what the hell is going on? My kid hit one home run in one game - literally the only home run we saw the entire all star season and this team went to the SoCal super regional final and won three tournaments before that.
Eventually get him some cheap wood bats to swing in batting practice. When he goes back to metal in games it’ll feel like butter
Funny you say that, he’s playing in a woodbat tournament tomorrow. They were practicing with wood bats earlier this week and most kids could barely get it to the outfield.
Are y gonna do cat x2 comp
No suprise!
does the price matter?? YES ITE DORS
You guys need to get your hands on an original Easton Connexion. I think they came out in 2001, its a more forgiving drop 3 Z2K
Would love to see more used/thrifted bats in vids
the new nickname for the catx2 "the tuning fork bat"?
😅😅😅