The Spec A1 Stang is Combat's limited-edition offering that stands out both in the rack and in the box, featuring SFX barrel technology that extends the hitting zone and creates a surprisingly large sweet spot for a one-piece alloy. What makes this bat interesting is how Combat engineered some flex into a one-piece design. You get that immediate energy transfer and stiff feel alloy hitters love, but with better forgiveness than most traditional one-piece bats offer. The balanced swing weight keeps it quick through the zone, making it a solid choice for contact hitters or anyone who relies on bat speed to catch up to good velocity, and the sound off the barrel is legitimately satisfying. Combat backs this with a 12-month warranty, though replacement bats come in stock colorways without the limited-edition numbering. Being a limited run, you won't see a ton of these in the dugout, but the real appeal is that it performs as well as it looks while giving you a one-piece feel that doesn't punish your hands as much as you'd expect.
Pros
- Great pop
- Longer barrel than average 1 piece
Cons
- Swings slightly heavier than other BBCOR bats