Marucci Albert Pujols Maple Wood Bat: AP5NB Adult Images
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- "Bone Rubbing" Technique - Closes Pores to Compress and Make the Wood Harder
- Albert Pujols Game Model
- Approximate -3 Length to Weight Ratio
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- High Density Wood For Power and Balance
- Large Barrel Design
- Long Barrel with Tapered Handle - Makes the Bat Feel Lighter and More Balanced
- Maple Wood
- MLB Approved
- Natural and Black Finish
- Pro Cupped End
- Tapered Handle and Knob
by The Catcher - Aug 26, 2011
Pros: Perfect wood bat. Has a lot of pop and the ball really flies off the bat. A little top heavy but that generates quick hands. Definatley see why Pujols uses this bat.
Cons: Marks show easily but that just shows you are hitting the ball hard.
Review Summary
based on 28 ratings. 28 user reviews.
The Marucci Bat Company™ takes pride in turning top quality wooden baseball bats in the same tradition and precise technique of the earliest bat companies. Every Marucci Bat™ is cut, calibrated, balanced, buffed and lacquered by hand. The Marucci Bat Company™ uses top grade Maple billets cut from selected, naturally grown trees in Pennsylvania forests. This selection process insures the highest possible grade of wood for each bat. The Marucci Bat Company™ bats are 100 percent handmade or turned in small batches from an original design, then finished and detailed by hand. Each model is made to exacting specifications maximizing balance and ease of handling. The Marucci Bat Company™ uses an Ultra Penetrating Stain that provides the best possible finish for your next Marucci Bat. Most impressive is the Bone Rubbing technique that The Marucci Bat Company™ uses. `Boning` bats began in the earliest days of baseball with players like Babe Ruth and Lou Gerig. These Hall-of-Famers would spend hours in their dugouts rubbing their bats with old cow femur bones. Bone Rubbing closes the wood`s pores, compressing it and making it harder. Marucci uses the same technique on their bats, rubbing before the finish is applied to seal and harden the wood. Just another example of how Marucci takes the same pride in their bats as our baseball heroes once did. Experience the excellence of a Marucci Bat. Free Shipping!
28 Product Reviews
Review This Batby The Catcher - Aug 26, 2011
Pros: Perfect wood bat. Has a lot of pop and the ball really flies off the bat. A little top heavy but that generates quick hands. Definatley see why Pujols uses this bat.
Cons: Marks show easily but that just shows you are hitting the ball hard.
by zach zippie W - Feb 09, 2011
Pros: Just started working out with the Marucci AP5 the last 2 weeks and I am impressed. This bat surely looks the part but the performance really ices the deal. The bat has some serious pop and the balance is perfect. I really like the size of the "true" sweet spot which extends almost the whole barrel of the bat. Have done cage work only, but know I will not be disappointed when I get outside to hit
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by Wes - Jul 28, 2011
Pros: Extremely solid, well balanced and worth every penny.
Cons: NONE
by Stoked Old Man - Oct 30, 2011
Pros: Outstanding Pop! Makes the new BBCOR bats seem like a Tinker Toy.
Cons: Price
by Wes - Jul 31, 2011
Pros: Excellent bat, well worth the price, great pop, Strong!
Cons: None to note
by Big Poppi - Oct 16, 2011
Pros: Great pop, great wood, hard to break
Cons: none
by Eric - Feb 27, 2012
Pros: I had a huge problem with breaking bats - ash, maple, Louisville Slugger, Mizuno, etc. I was burning through bats and really needed some value out of my investments so I decided to pay a little extra and purchase a Marucci bat. I'm 6'4 260 and a power hitter. I decided to try this bat and the Chase Utley model. Both bats are excellent but for a power hitter, this bat specifically is phenomenal. Balanced, with a lot of pop, great size handle and knob, looks great, and the pros use it. They (Marucci bats) will give you greater bat life for those times when you get jammed and you have no choice but to take the pitch off the handle or you are protecting with two strikes and you foul one of the very end of the barrel. If you have a little bit of extra money to spend I highly recommend this to anyone who hits for power - it's a worthy investment.
Cons: With wood bat comes breakage. It doesn't matter what brand or type of bat, if it's wood it will break. This bat does give longer bat life than many other companies and models I've used, but because of the heavy, over-sized barrel, this bat will break after a while. Once again, it will give you good bat life for a wood bat, but don't think for the price it's unbreakable. Heavy barrel with small handle + the right impact = breakage
by COBBER - Feb 10, 2011
Pros: the bat creates an even swing. just enough end load to push the bat through the strike zone with force without creating a bad swing mechanic
Cons: I wanted this bat but prefer a thinner bat handle
by JC - Jul 29, 2011
Pros: Strong bat to hit with against older, faster pitching. Good sweet spot!
Cons: Broke on handle on inside fastball, and players seemed to think it was top heavy.
by BatDad - Aug 14, 2011
Pros: Balanced, great pop, nice handle, durable.
Cons: None
by stevie - Apr 08, 2011
Pros: best wood bat ever. prefer it over metal. huge sweetspot. perfect for working on your swing in the cage. very hard to brake the bat.
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by CT 22 - Feb 14, 2012
Pros: Got this bat for my son, and he said he loves this bat, the bat has a nice feel and sweet spot, I already placed a order for a second one just for a back up.
Cons: none
by Nick - Dec 29, 2011
Pros: Great feel. Amazing pop. Love the sound of the ball coming of this bat. Much better than my old wood bat. Definetly reccommending this
Cons: zero
by hawksbaseball29 - Jan 06, 2012
Pros: huge sweet spot, great contact, you can feel the ball shoot off the bat, amazing weight distribution
Cons: zero its the perfect wood bat
by MVP - Jan 10, 2012
Pros: Greatest wood bat that I have ever purchased. The pop is amazing and weight distribution is incredible. Thinking about buying another one, considering the fact that mine broke.
Cons: None.
by YoUnG_BlAzIIn96 - Jan 27, 2012
Pros: this bat can help u hit hrs
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by harryo - Apr 23, 2012
Pros: great wood bat has tons of pop!!i was 3 for 3 until the bat snapped in half after only 3 hits but over all its a great bat..im glad it still had warranty!!i sticking to this bat wont use another!!!
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by JAKE 14 - Nov 10, 2011
Pros: just purchased it and used it in a game same day. It has serious pop. The ball had a new zip code after I hit it. Excellent bat!
Cons: absolutely none
by Chet - Nov 17, 2011
Pros: Bat hits hard. My son is now fanatically attached to this bat and he hit the snot out of the ball in fall league. The "bone rubbed" thing really seems to distinguish this bat from two other maples he tried. He likes the thin handle and knob taper of the Pujols model AP5NB.
Cons: Not really a con, but if you swing 90 mph like my son does, a thin handled bat can break if you hit it off the end. (and he's lost a couple) If you are risk averse or don't need a really thin handle there are Marucci bats that have a slightly thicker handle. Great bats.
by Tony - Jan 31, 2012
Pros: Great bat, lots of pop
Cons: bat split in half after hitting a ball at the end of the bat
by - Feb 19, 2012
Pros: I've had this bat for around a year now and it's still hitting the same as the day I got it in the mail. Amazing pop, very strong wood, great balance, huge sweet spot. Its the perfect bat if you want to hit for power.
Cons: none
by Tyler - Apr 12, 2012
Pros: Amazing pop. Ball flies off the bat. Way better than any bbcor bat. Tiny bit of top-heaviness but thats a good thing for me. Great bat. definitely recommend and it is worth the money 100 percent
Cons: none.
by Axe - Apr 21, 2012
Pros: best wood bat on the market hands down, better pop than most of the top of the line BBCORS highly reccomend!
Cons: high price, but believe me ITS WORTH THE MONEY.
by BigHurt35 - Apr 25, 2012
Pros: Very hard bat, and the pop is unbelievable. I play college baseball and Marucci bats are definitely the right way to go. I love more barrel then handle. This bat has a huge barrel and a thin handle.
Cons: I purchased this bat and on my second at bat i cracked it from the beginning of the black almost all the way up to the top of it. I called in and explained what had happened and they sent me a brand new bat free of charge.
by Pops23 - Nov 21, 2011
Pros: the bat speaks for itself, two of these bats have last an entire spring, summer and fall league. Worth every penny. The ball still flys off the barrel even after 100 games
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by sweetswing - Feb 17, 2012
Pros: None
Cons: Junk. Bat broke the first week I had it (40-80)swings. Customer service @ Marucci is horrible.
by pcd - Nov 02, 2011
Pros: none.
Cons: New bat broke first time out in Peoria AZ tournament. Very disappointed.
by dpar77 - Apr 23, 2011
Pros: The Marucci bat is awesome. I play old man baseball and have won two World Series rings. The ball comes off this bat almost as good a aluminum. I am 11 for 12 in my last 14-at bats. I got hit once and intentionally walked the other time. Two triples and five doubles. I cannot say enough about this bat. Thanks Marucci!
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Ask QuestionWhat's the weight distribution like on this bat? (ex. Top heavy)
Asked by Bmorg44 on May 14, 2012
The Marucci Albert Pujols Maple Wood Bat is a balanced bat.
· May 14, 2012
Is this bat warranted, and how long will this bat last?
Asked by Cj on May 10, 2012
The AP5NB does not come with a warranty. Unfortunately, wood bats do not have set lifespans.
· May 10, 2012
What size is the barrel on this bat? Also, what is the largest wooden barrel allowed in high school play?
Asked by Benjamin on May 04, 2012
The barrel diameter is approximately 2 1/2 inches. 2 5/8 inches is the biggest barrel size allowed. There will not be any wood bats with barrels bigger than that.
· May 03, 2012
How heavy is this bat, and is it a good bat for power?
Asked by Cj on Apr 29, 2012
the AP5NB is going to have an approximate -3 length to weight ratio. It is a very good option in wood for power.
· Apr 29, 2012
Is this bat BBCOR? Because it seems great but not sure if I should get it
Asked by Vince98 on Apr 18, 2012
The AP5NB is BBCOR certified. Maple wood bats do not require a BBCOR stamp.
· Apr 18, 2012
For a power hitter is this bat or the JH22 a better option?
Asked by steve on Apr 18, 2012
The Marucci Albert Pujols Maple Wood Bat is balanced and the JH22 is slightly end loaded. Most power hitters prefer an end loaded bat.
· Apr 18, 2012
Does it break easily?
Asked by Big guff on Apr 14, 2012
Although wood bats are prone to breaking, the Marucci Albert Pujols Maple Wood Bat: AP5NB Adult is a very durable wood bat, so won't break as easily as most other wood bats.
· Apr 14, 2012
Is the AP5 Albert Pujols bat BBCOR approved?
Asked by bt on Apr 12, 2012
Yes. The AP5NB is considered a BBCOR approved bat. Wood bats are not required to carry the new BBCOR certification mark but they are legal for leagues that require the use of a BBCOR bat. The only wood bats that need the BBCOR stamp are bamboo bats.
· Apr 12, 2012
Does the ap5 have a week spot on the barrel like most older wood bats? Is there a particular way to hold the bat such facing the trademake a certain why?
Asked by Kavin on Apr 06, 2012
Trademarks are put on all wood bats in a specific spot, for a specific reason. When hitting with wood bats the first thing the player must do is make sure the label (trademark) of the bat is straight up or straight down at the moment of contact. The area to the sides of the trademark are where the grains of the wood are the hardest and strongest.
· Apr 06, 2012
Does this bat come with a warranty? If so, how long does it last for?
Asked by Zack on Mar 30, 2012
Most wood bats, including this on, are not covered under warranty. However, if it does break within 30 days of your purchase, give us a call at 1-866-321-2287 and we'll let you know what the options are.
· Mar 30, 2012
What is the barrel diameter?
Asked by Mikey on Mar 20, 2012
The AP5NB is approximately 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
· Mar 20, 2012
is it bbcor?
Asked by jj on Feb 26, 2012
Wood bats are not required to carry the new BBCOR stamp. It is legal under NCAA and NFHS standards.
· Feb 26, 2012
The AP5NB is not a certified BBCOR bat. Here is the link to all the bats we carry that are BBCOR certified. http://www.justbats.com/products/?s=bbcor
· Feb 26, 2012
Is there any weight differential between the AP5NB and the CU26B
Asked by SHS11 on Feb 18, 2012
Both the AP5NB and the CU26b have a length to weight ratio of approximately -2 to-3. For more information on our wood bats feel free to contact us at 1-866-321-2287.
· Feb 18, 2012
Is this bat legal for the HighSchool 2012 season?
Asked by ScorpsKid on Feb 09, 2012
Yes. This bat is approved for high school play. This bat is very durable and will be similar to the bat Albert Pujols swings.
· Feb 09, 2012
What marucci bat offers a midway point between the ap5's power and the jr7's balance?
Asked by BronxBomber14 on Feb 07, 2012
The best option between the AP5NB and the JR7 would be the Vernon Wells (VW10). This is will have the balanced feel like the JR7. It will also feature a medium barrel and have a thick handle like the AP5NB.
· Feb 07, 2012
is the AP5 a good bat for a power hitter or would a CU26 be better?
Asked by george on Feb 05, 2012
Ap5 is definitely constructed for a power hitter.
· Feb 06, 2012
which marucci bat would be suited for a contact hitter?
Asked by Liam on Jan 27, 2012
I would suggest looking at something like the CU26B or the JR7
· Jan 28, 2012
is there a warenty on your bats
Asked by abbrink on Jan 14, 2012
There is no warranty on the AP5NB
· Jan 15, 2012
Do you have 31 inch or 32 inch models available in this bat?
Asked by Ian on Jan 06, 2012
At this moment, we are sold out of those sizes. But, keep an eye on our website as we do have more coming.
· Jan 06, 2012
do you think the thin .90 inch handle will make this bat easy to break if u get a pitch off the handle?
Asked by ham on Dec 15, 2011
This is a very durable bat and odds are this bat will break the closer the inside pitch is.
· Dec 15, 2011
What is the weight of this bat?
Asked by rayray on Dec 12, 2011
It is an approximate -3. So if your bat is a 33inch, the weight would approximately 30 ounces.
· Dec 12, 2011
can you get this in a bat pack or do u have to buy alone
Asked by turtle on Dec 07, 2011
This one is only sold individually, at the moment.
· Dec 07, 2011
does justbats.com offer any lifetime warrenty on any adult wooden bats?
Asked by kolby on Dec 03, 2011
We do not offer any lifetime warranties on wood bats
· Dec 04, 2011
What type of Maple is used to make this bat?
Asked by Geno on Nov 30, 2011
This bat is made of premium pro maple and is high quality. This is a very nice bat.
· Nov 30, 2011
How do I get this bat personalized with my sons name ingraved on it?
Asked by billybob on Nov 23, 2011
We do not do personalizations here, but you can Google in your local area for woodsmiths.
· Nov 25, 2011
Which bat is more balanced; This AP5 or the CU26? Also, which handle is thicker?
Asked by Tj on Nov 16, 2011
Both bats will have a balanced feel. The CU26 will have a thicker handle.
· Nov 16, 2011
What is the weight in this bat?
Asked by Jona on Nov 08, 2011
The AP5NB has an approximate -3 length to weight ratio. Because wood has a different consistency from alloy or composite, the weight will be an approximate weight, not exact. A -3 length to weight ratio means the 31 inch will weigh approximately 28 ounces, 32 inch will weigh approximately 29 ounces, 33 inch will weigh approximately 30 ounces, etc. All you have to do to find the bat’s approximate weight is subtract 3 from the length of the bat to find its weight in ounces (i.e. 33 – 3 = 30 ounces). Because wood is a different consistency, that weight may vary by a half ounce or so.
· Nov 09, 2011
I've been told wooden bats are graded via a dye test with an "8" being perfect. In other words the dye doesn't leak to the left or right. Is this true and if it is, what grade is this Pujols bat? Thanks for your help.
Asked by Mark on Nov 04, 2011
With a question as specific as this you may want to contact Louisville Slugger directly at 1-800-282-2287
· Nov 05, 2011
Have a boy 5'10 155lbs currently swinging Easton -3 33 inch. What do you suggest for a pujols wood bat replacement?
Asked by Jake on Nov 01, 2011
This is a great link that we have that helps pick out the perfect bat for someone; http://www.justbats.com/bat-coach/
· Nov 01, 2011
ash or maple for power hitters?
Asked by the bear on Oct 29, 2011
Maple is a harder would, you should get a little more pop off of a maple bat.
· Oct 29, 2011
Do these bats break very easily?
Asked by Lazbo on Oct 27, 2011
Marucci's "Bone-rubbed" process does make the bats more durable. But as with any bat, reasonable wear and tear, amount of use, some weather conditions, play a factor. But no, I don't believe it will break easily.
· Oct 27, 2011
how heavy is this bat? is it a standard -3?
Asked by Bryce on Oct 26, 2011
With wood, it isn't as exact as metal bats are with weights. Due to the moisture in the wood, the weights vary between a -2 to a -3.
· Oct 26, 2011
Is the 33 inch bat 30 oz, are these drop 3's?
Asked by justwonderin on Oct 24, 2011
They are approximately a drop 3.
· Oct 25, 2011
Looking for a -3 and I am leaning towards this bat. However, while your site says it is approximate -3 another site tells me that it is a -2. Help me understand the two different descriptions.
Asked by Austin on Oct 24, 2011
With wood bats, it is harder to be exact as with metal bats, on the weights. Moisture in the wood, and the types of wood play part of disparity. With adult bats the weights are approximately a -2 to a -3.
· Oct 24, 2011
Is it possible to get this bat at 30 inch length?
Asked by Austin on Oct 24, 2011
Unfortunately, Marucci does not make this bat in a 30 inch model. Not many adult wood bats are available in a 30 inch model, but a few are: Louisville HM125BH, Rawlings 225LAP, Louisville M9C271BHC and Louisville M9C271NC.
· Oct 24, 2011
Just wanted to say love this bat i've been hitting with it for a couple of weeks (borrowing my friends) but just wondering do these bats come in a variety of colors for ex: do you guys have one that has a black handle and pine barrel?
Asked by Eric on Oct 22, 2011
Unfortunately, the only colors we have are the ones that show on the website, since this is a players model most manufacturers will only use the colors that the player uses.
· Oct 22, 2011
what is the best murucci wood bat model
Asked by sarge14 on Oct 16, 2011
There isn't one Marucci wood bat that is better than the rest. All are produced with the same high quality wood and all are unique in their own way. For instance, the CU26B will have a large barrel, thick handle with a balanced swing weight. The JH22 has a large barrel, thin handle with a slightly end-loaded swing weight. The AP5NB has a large barrel, a medium, tapered handle with a balanced swing weight. All are different in their own way and it really comes down to your personal preference.
· Oct 17, 2011
What size & weight does Albert Pujols use for his game bat?
Asked by katie on Oct 16, 2011
It's changed a bit over the years, but most recently, Albert has been using a 34 inch bat that weighs right around 32.5 ounces.
· Oct 17, 2011
Is this bat BBCOR certified
Asked by Achappy on Oct 15, 2011
Wood bats are not required to meet BBCOR standards. This is legal for use even though it does not have the BBCOR stamp.
· Oct 17, 2011
Is this bat very heavy or just enough?
Asked by SScaptain on Oct 14, 2011
This bat has a very nice balance to it.
· Oct 14, 2011
Do these bats come with a warranty?
Asked by trojan3 on Oct 12, 2011
No. There is no warranty on the AP5NB.
· Oct 13, 2011
The difference in all of the marrucci bats. Freshman baseball using bbcore or wood. Looking for a good wood bat for my sone. Not quite sure what the diff is between the diff models
Asked by igy on Oct 10, 2011
The AP5NB is an excellent beginning bat for wood. It has a long barrel, gradual taper for nice balance.
· Oct 10, 2011
will this be highschool approved for 2012 season. do they have to have the bbcor stamp
Asked by sarge14 on Oct 09, 2011
Wood bats are not required to have the BBCOR stamp. Only composite and alloy bats.
· Oct 10, 2011
My son is 12 years old and has been told to get a wooden bat for a tournament. Is this a good one to begin on or are there others you recommend? he is tall and strong.
Asked by paula on Sep 27, 2011
The AP5NB is an adult bat and might be a little heavy for a 12 year old. I would recommend the Marucci Bat Co. Maple Wood Bat: CU26YB Youth model.
· Sep 27, 2011
Why aren't you selling the 32" model?
Asked by Jeff on Sep 26, 2011
We do sell the AP5NB in 32". However, we are currently out of stock as of 9/27/11. The 32" bats should be arriving in the next two weeks.
· Sep 27, 2011
Do you think the ap5nb or the jh22 is a better bat
Asked by Steve on Aug 27, 2011
That depends on your preferences as a player. Barrel size will be the same. The AP5NB has a slightly thicker handle than the JH22. The JH22 will feel slightly more end-loaded compared to the AP5NB. Both are made from the same high-quality maple wood.
· Aug 29, 2011
Is this bat 2 5/8 in. bat diameter?
Asked by jimbo on Feb 07, 2011
This will actually be about a 2 1/2 inch barrel.
· Feb 08, 2011
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