2012 COMbat B3 Gear Retro: GEARYB2 -12 Youth Images
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- -12 Length to Weight Ratio
- 2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
- Anisotropic Composite Weave
- Approved for Play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC, and USSSA
- Blended Fiber Technology
- BPF 1.15
- Free Shipping!
- Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
- Gear Inside for Larger Sweetspot
- One-Piece Full Composite Design
- Super Sweetspot Size (SSS)
- Variable Stiffness Technology for Bigger Sweetspot
Review Summary
based on 20 ratings. 20 user reviews.
New for 2012!! The original B3 Gear was determined to be too hot when composite bats were tested for legality in Little League baseball. COMbat couldn't just let its popular new bat fall by the wayside, so they went back to the drawing board. What they figured out was that they could retrofit the original B3 Gear to make it not only legal, but able to perform at the HIGHEST possible level allowed in youth baseball! The B3 Gear Retro features a one-piece design that combines Blended Fiber and Anisotropic Composite Technologies to create the most durable bats ever produced by COMbat. This complex weave of fibers is carefully tuned to give players an incredible feel on contact and the perfect design for hitting the long ball! Gear Technology is added to give the B3 Gear Retro a Super Sweetspot Size! This extends the sweetspot to a point where it is literally unmatched in the industry! Variable Stiffness Technology allows certain parts of the bat to be more stiff, enhancing the sweetspot to create a trampoline effect that will send balls WAY out of the park! The B3 Gear Retro has the same great feel of the B1, B2 and B3 but is legal for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony and USSSA! COMbat: For Players, By Players! The B3 Gear Retro is backed by a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping!
20 Product Reviews
Review This Batby - Jun 16, 2011
Pros: Great bat, son has a B1,B2, and Omen. B3 retro is better than the Omen and as good as the other Combats ! Plenty of pop ! Great job Combat !
Cons: Should have been available sooner in the season.
by Shiparino - Jun 02, 2011
Pros: So far, so good. My son has used the bat for several practices and his first playoff game. Two RBIs off two hits. He likes it, but misses the old B1/B2 days. Will write more as the playoff and All Star season progresses.
Cons: None so far
by shicks6 - Mar 13, 2012
Pros: First full composite bat and so far my son loves it. It has a lot of pop and the ball comes off the bat very well.
Cons:
by Terminator - Jun 28, 2011
Pros: My son loved this 31/19 bat after yesterday's practice... hit line drives to outfield. Would recommend this bat to anyone!
Cons: chipped paint easily...
by Butterscotch - Feb 13, 2012
Pros: Great pop ball flies off the bat
Cons: Stings if you hit anywhere below the c of combat
by Aiden - Mar 20, 2012
Pros: this bat has great pop and last a very long time i have had mine for 3 years now and still in good condition love it.
Cons: NOTHING ITS AWESOME!!!
by - Mar 05, 2012
Pros: good bat has very good power.love it
Cons: ?
by john - Jun 30, 2011
Pros: son used exogrid all season. Bought the b3 gear retro for end of season tourney. Without a doubt huge difference. By end of tourney was batting cleanup. Thumbs up
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by Jim Thorpe All-Star - Oct 14, 2011
Pros: The -12 drop gives my son the ability to swing quickly and the composite material has been more durable than the aluminum bat he used in the regular season.
Cons: None so far.
by cwgully - Apr 17, 2012
Pros: my 11 year old loves the bat has good pop and he loves the grip
Cons: The paint chips had it for only 2 weeks
by Anonymous - Apr 17, 2012
Pros: best bat in the world. the bat is little league approved . dont get the combat b3 gear because it is elegal and they willl throw it out of the game. so get the combat b3 gear retro now!
Cons: best bat in the WORLD
by SNY03 - May 07, 2012
Pros: Can tell the difference in the ball jumping off the bat from the first swing. My son went from swinging an Easton to the B3 retro. Had a couple of friends tell me to try this and I don't regret it. I look at most of these reviews as a little shady cause evidently all of these bats are the greatest thing ever from the reviews. This one is legit.
Cons: Clear coat cracking...really just a sign of breaking in
by - Aug 25, 2011
Pros: great pop right out of the box.both my boys have enjoyed swinging the bat and the balls are flying.
Cons: wish the boys would have had the entire little league season to use. bats paint does seem to chip easily
by BUBBA'S DAD - Mar 23, 2012
Pros: My 11yo son hit a 185ft double tonite at his 1st at bat with this bat. Line drive that just rocketed off the bat. The bat is not broken in yet. We give it a 5!
Cons: Read that you can't keep composite bats in cold weather? Any truth to this?
by BROBB - Apr 20, 2012
Pros: Good pop, good feel, & good price
Cons: Mis hits sting like a metal bat. Def not a B1 or B2
by yea buddy - Apr 21, 2012
Pros: great bat more balanced than the cf4 Out of the wraping i hit a home run in pratice, and i'm 4'11 and 85 lb
Cons: none
by Anonymous - May 05, 2012
Pros: love the bat ball jumps off the bat like your throwing a baseball against a trampaline
Cons:
by random - May 13, 2012
Pros: Good bat
Cons: not consistent
by b3 gear da bomb - May 14, 2012
Pros: i hit my first homerun wth this bat and it was a rocket. also when the ball hits off the bat it jumps off like a rocket best combat i have everyhad
Cons: nothing it is an amazing bat
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Ask QuestionIs this bat approved for LittleLeague play in 2912?
Asked by Dauby on Apr 21, 2012
Yes, the 2012 COMbat B3 Gear Retro: GEARYB2 -12 Youth bat is legal for play in Little League in 2012.
· Apr 21, 2012
Is it better that the 2012 Voodoo?
Asked by Aiden on Mar 20, 2012
Both are good bats, but designed very differently. If you would prefer a stiffer bat, the B3 would be a better choice. Since the Vooodoo is a two piece bat, it will provide more flex.
· Mar 20, 2012
IS THIS BAT APROVED FOR LITTLE LEAGE
Asked by NDC 25 on Mar 10, 2012
Yes the GEARYB2 is approved for Little League play. For additional information feel free to contact our customer service at 1-866-321-2287.
· Mar 10, 2012
How do you break in this bat?
Asked by Rano on Feb 16, 2012
I would suggest taking about 150-200 hits off a tee or soft toss, starting out at about 40% power and gradually increasing your speed the closer you get to the 150 swing mark. Also, make sure you are using the same balls you would be hitting in a game and rotating the bat about a quarter of an inch in between hits to ensure an even break in all around the barrel of the bat.
· Feb 16, 2012
B4 seems end loaded, original B3 Gear is balanced. Which is the B3 Gear retro, balanced or end loaded?
Asked by Bill on Feb 08, 2012
The GEARYB1 is a balanced bat. For additional information please contact our customer service at 1-866-321-2287.
· Feb 08, 2012
How do you order a big barrell version
Asked by cat on Feb 01, 2012
These bats are not made in big barrel.
· Feb 01, 2012
We play in Dixie Youth League. Does Dixie Youth require the USSSA stamp? Is this bat legal within Dixie Youth?
Asked by shicks6 on Feb 01, 2012
Yes, this will be approved.
· Feb 01, 2012
I've read alot of conflicting reports if this bat is legal for 2012? It does not have the USSSA stamp but it does have 1.15 BPF on the barrell. So, is it good or not? I have to worry because we got it last fall for $250 and now its $150.
Asked by Jim on Jan 26, 2012
This bat does not feature the USSSA stamp, therefor it will not be legal for USSSA play.
· Jan 26, 2012
I know in the past when I bought bats they have had temperature restrictions and/or break in requirements... living in cold temperature this can be a problem in early season... does this bat have any restrictions?
Asked by B3 on Jan 23, 2012
This is a composite material that should not used in temperatures under 55 degrees.
· Jan 24, 2012
What is the difference between the 2012 Combat B3 Gear Retro and the Combat B4?
Asked by shicks6 on Jan 17, 2012
Both these bats are very similar in most aspects. The B4 is going to have a bit bigger sweet spot then the GEARYB2
· Jan 17, 2012
just bought the Combat B3 Gear YB1 that has the BPF 1.15 and the USSSA stamps as well as the LL Approved stamp- is the YB1 considered a Retro B3 that is LL legal for 2012?
Asked by BPappi on Dec 27, 2011
No, it is not the same as the Retro. There are 2 versions of the Gear Retro, the -10 and the -12.
· Dec 27, 2011
I have the b3 gear 2011. Can I get it retro fitted?
Asked by andy on Dec 09, 2011
We are not able to make any adjustments to the bats.
· Dec 09, 2011
Will this bat be approved for Little League play in 2012?
Asked by V on Nov 16, 2011
Yes this bat is legal for Little League play.
· Nov 16, 2011
Is the b3 gear retro approved for little league play?
Asked by Ianator on Nov 13, 2011
This is approved for Little League play.
· Nov 13, 2011
My son's bat has the 1.15 stamp on it. Why will it be illegal in some leagues? I asked this before we bought it.
Asked by jim on Oct 31, 2011
Starting Jan 1 2012 all bats will be required to have the USSSA stamp. Even though this says its approved, it does not have the stamp on the bat.
· Nov 01, 2011
Trying to decide between the B3 Gear Retro and the B4. What are the differences ?
Asked by TheMonster on Oct 04, 2011
The B4 got the MAP rating, which is Maximum Allowed Performance. Either one of those two will be excellent, they have HUGE sweetspots, and incredible pop.
· Oct 04, 2011
Does it have the USSSA stamp then?
Asked by Jake on Jul 12, 2011
This bar does not have the USSSA and 1.15 BPF stamp on the barrel of the bat. This bat will not be able to be used next year in leagues that mandate this.
· Jul 12, 2011
Does this bat have a "BESR" certified label on it?
Asked by Steve on May 31, 2011
No. BESR certification only applies to adult bat. This is a youth bat.
· May 31, 2011
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