Rawlings 271MBV Velo Maple/Bamboo Composite Wood Baseball Bat

Selecting the Right Wood

A quality at-bat starts with quality wood, and this is why the game's biggest pros trust Rawlings at the plate. Rawlings' goal is to provide athletes with the most durable, balanced and high-performing bat whether it be constructed from ash or maple. Understanding the key difference between ash and maple is essential to maximizing each swing and outperforming the competition in every game.

Maple

• Maple's closed grains are less visible and will not flake, splinter or separate, thus making it far more durable than ash
• Maple is very dense with an 8%-10% moisture content resulting in a harder hitting surface
• Maple can feel slightly heavier than ash due to its closed grain structure

Ash

• As one of the strongest timbers available, ash is durable and known for its exceptional feel
• Ash is porous and lightweight due to its open grain structure
• Ash contains a higher moisture content (10%-12%) resulting in additional flexibility/whip

Rawlings Velo - 271MBV - Maple/Bamboo Composite Wood - New for 2012

Velo

Rawlings' Velo bats are best suited for players looking to maximize their swing speed while seeking a more balanced stick.

Composite Wood Bats

Rawlings' Composite Wood bats are constructed from eco-friendly bamboo and the strongest maple wood available, and feature a balanced weight distribution for improved swing speed. Designed to last, these new bats are 2X more durable than previous models! Rawlings utilizes the most durable portion of the bamboo located at the base of the plant to construct the bat's handle and middle taper area.

Specs:

• Wood: Maple/Bamboo Composite
  
• Profile: 271
• Barrel: Medium (Velo)
• Handle: 15/16"
• Length: 31", 32", 33", 34"
• -3 Length-to-Weight ratio
• BBCOR Certified
• 90 Day Warranty
• 271MBV