Rawlings ICON Bat
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Rawlings ICON Baseball Bat
The Rawlings ICON is a two-piece composite baseball bat with a massive barrel, lighter swing, and a flexible connection piece. The ICON comes in a BBCOR, USSSA, and USA model and replaces the Rawlings Quatro Pro as the top-of-the-line offering from Rawlings. This bat features a cutting-edge In/Tense composite construction that maximizes barrel size and performance. The Zero Loss technology enhances durability and handle flex, creating a smooth and powerful swing.
Key features include:
| In/Tense Carbon Composite | Ensuring maximum barrel size while maintaining optimal stiffness. |
| Zero-Loss Collar | Creates a smooth connection between the handle and barrel to eliminate any drag of vibration. |
| Balanced swing weight | Maximizes bat speed and plays to any type of offensive approach. |
| RevGrip | Tapered Premium Grip provides cushion and track. |
| Aerodynamic Design | Enhances swing speed without sacrificing power. |
Top Competitors
The ICON boasts a cutting-edge In/Tense composite construction that maximizes sweet spot size for consistent power, potentially edging out the CAT X in sheer barrel real estate. The Marucci CAT X Composite counters with a stiff S-40 composite handle for a more balanced swing weight, aiding developing hitters with bat control. The Louisville Slugger META goes for a more traditional feel with its Lite Alloy design, offering a comfortable swing and a balanced weight distribution for both power and control. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your needs: maximum sweet spot size (ICON), balanced swing with a stiff handle for development (CAT X Composite), or a traditional feel with a balanced weight (META).
Progression of the Rawlings ICON Baseball Bat
2023 is the first year of the Rawlings ICON but some see it as a replacement of the Rawlings Quatro Pro.
| 👍 Pros |
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| The Rawlings Icon is a beast on the field. Hits are powerful and consistent. |
| The sweet spot on this thing is like a magnet for the ball. It's tough as nails and can take a beating, which is exactly what you need in the game. |
| It's light and easy to swing. The ICON gives me control on the barrel. It feels lighter than other bats and has ZERO sting. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| The stock grip is just okay – not as sticky or comfy as I expected. It's no deal-breaker, though. Folks generally like to tweak their grips to suit their style. |
| I'm not a big fan of the tapered knob on the ICON because I like to feel the handle more at the bottom (purely preference). |
| The barrel cracked at the base of the handle. Travel ball practice starts this week and his brand new Icon is useless. |
The ICON is the new hot bat from Rawlings. It's the top bat in the market right now. In terms of sales, very popular. You've got a lot of guys online doing reviews on it. I think the hype comes from the merger between Easton and Rawlings. They've got a lot of technology and have come up with a really strong-performing bat this season.
Tony from BatExperts
