The Marucci CAT9 Connect America Adult Baseball Bat (-3) features a red, white and blue design to pay homage to America's pastime. The ultimate tool for power hitters, this bat was designed with +a thermally treated AZR alloy for a more responsive and forgiving feel. This two piece bat features a first of it's kind Outer-Locking System connection. OLS connects the aluminum barrel to the carbon composite handle from the outside in, creating the stiffest connection available and dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact. Professionally inspired handle with removable taper and ergonomic knob shape.
FEATURES:
AZR alloy utilizes a three-stage thermal treatment process to offer a more responsive microstructure for better feel, more forgiveness and more performance while maintaining strength
Outer-Locking System attaches the AZR alloy barrel to the composite handle from the outside in, creating the stiffest connection available, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact for the strongest, smoothest swing yet
Multi-variable wall design creates an expanded sweet spot and thinner barrel walls that are more forgiving after off-centered contact
Longitudinal Groove System, LGS, across the thickest section of the barrel wall allows for excess weight reduction while increasing flexibility for an increased performance zone
Ring-free barrel technology offers greater performance with no "dead" spots
Power-loaded barrel results in a higher M.O.I. and end-loaded feel for effortless power
Two-piece hybrid design combines carbon composite handle with AZR alloy barrel designed for power
Professionally inspiredd handle features a removable taper and an ergonomic knob shape for more top-hand control and comfort
Micro-perforated soft-touch grip with extra tack improves feel and control