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Marucci

Marucci CATX RCKLESS Composite Baseball Bat

  • USSSA 1.15 BPF certified
  • 28 inches, 18 oz per spec sheet
  • 2 3/4 inch barrel
  • -5, -8 and -10 drops offered
  • Two-piece composite, mid-loaded
  • 1 year manufacturer warranty

Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A forgiving two-piece composite bat for youth travel players in USSSA events. The listing quotes two different sizes, so confirm length and weight before ordering.

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ASIN: B0FHYCKV25Category: Baseball Bats

Colors Available

MINT/BLACK/PURPLE

Sizes Available

29" / 19 oz30" / 22 oz31" / 23 oz31"32" / 24 oz

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Overview

Travel ball diamonds running USSSA rules are the home for this Marucci composite bat. Fiber layers in the barrel flex on contact, an OLS stiff connection links it to a PFX composite handle, and a True Flex end cap adds give at the far end.

The jointed composite build gives a soft feel and a wide barrel response that helps young hitters on off-center contact. A conflict in the listing between the spec sheet size and the description size is the thing to settle first.

Who it's for

Youth players on USSSA travel teams who want less sting and a mid-loaded barrel. Rec leagues that require the USA Baseball stamp will not accept it.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Composite barrel flexes for carry
  • Two-piece joint damps vibration
  • True Flex end cap
  • Ring-free barrel design
Cons
  • Listing shows two conflicting sizes
  • Spec sheet lists aluminum material
  • No USA Baseball approval listed

Performance notes

Barrel flex from the fiber layers stores and returns energy at contact, and the stiff OLS joint controls how much of that flex reaches the hands. A mid-loaded balance puts some mass ahead of the hands without the full drag of an end-loaded bat.

Specifications

BrandMarucci
Dimensions & fit
Item Length28 inches
Size28 inches / 18 oz
Grip Size1.75mm
Swing WeightMid-loaded
Barrel diameter2 3/4 inches
Drop weight-5, -8 or -10 offered
Capacity & performance
Age Range DescriptionYouth
Construction & materials
Material TypeComposite per bullets, aluminum per spec sheet
Bat ConstructionTwo piece
Handle MaterialComposite
Warranty & support
Warranty Description1 year manufacturer
Other details
League CertificationUSSSA, 1.15 BPF
Grip TypeMicro-perforated, teal
Skill LevelIntermediate

Frequently asked questions

Is the Marucci RCKLESS Composite USSSA approved for USA Baseball leagues?

No. The listing names USSSA 1.15 BPF certification only. Marucci sells a separate USA Baseball composite for those leagues.

What size is this RCKLESS Composite listing?

The spec sheet says 28 inches and 18 oz, but the description names a -8 drop at 31 inches and 23 oz. Confirm the size before checkout.

Is the RCKLESS Composite a one-piece bat?

No. It is a two-piece build with a PFX composite handle joined by an OLS stiff connection.

What grip comes on the Marucci RCKLESS Composite?

A micro-perforated teal grip, listed at 1.75mm.