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### About New Balance 3000v4 Baseball Cleats

The revolutionary New Balance 3000v4 is an inexpensive baseball cleat specially designed for advanced-level players that require plush heel comfort and lace control.

With an Ultra Heel for plush heel comfort, a Lace Cage tongue for lace control, and a Full-length Fresh Foam for added comfort, the New Balance 3000v4 provides game winning performance.

|Model|Price|Level of Play|Built For
|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
New Balance 3000v4|$|Beginner|Plush heel comfort and lace control

### New Balance 3000v4 - Key Features

- An Ultra Heel for plush heel comfort.
- A Lace Cage tongue for lace control.
- A Full-length Fresh Foam for added comfort.

3000v4

4040

3000v5

### About New Balance 4040v5 Baseball Cleats

The exceptionally engineered New Balance 4040v5 is a value-level baseball cleat made for advanced-level players who need improved breathability and extra cushioning.

With a Synthetic nubuck upper for improved breathability, a REVlite midsole for extra cushioning, and a molded foam tongue for extra comfort, the New Balance 4040v5 provides game winning performance.

|Model|Price|Level of Play|Built For
|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
New Balance 4040v5|$$$|Intermediate|Improved breathability and extra cushioning

### New Balance 4040v5 - Key Features

- A Synthetic nubuck upper for improved breathability.
- A REVlite midsole for extra cushioning.
- A molded foam tongue for extra comfort.

4040v5

### About New Balance 3000V2 Baseball Cleats

The New Balance 3000V2 is , inexpensive baseball cleat crafted for advanced-level players who need plush heel comfort and lace control.

With an Ultra Heel for plush heel comfort, a Lace Cage tongue for lace control, and a Full-length Fresh Foam for added comfort, the New Balance 3000V2 provides top-of-the-line performance.

|Model|Price|Level of Play|Built For
|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
New Balance 3000V2|$|Beginner|Plush heel comfort and lace control

### New Balance 3000V2 - Key Features

- An Ultra Heel for plush heel comfort.
- A Lace Cage tongue for lace control.
- A Full-length Fresh Foam for added comfort.

3000V2

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4040v7

### Product Description

If you’re in the market for a new pair of baseball cleats, you’ve got to include New Balance in the conversation. As made popular by players like Dustin Pedroia (who rocks the latest version, the 4040v4’s), New Balance’s 4040v3 metal baseball cleats are a solid option for any player. Featuring a debris-free tongue, the 4040v3 cleats are constructed with New Balance’s FantomFit design to create an ultra-light upper that provides a ton of support while being a comfortable fit. The design is achieved by fusing two thin materials together without sewing them together. The midsole is super responsive, and the metal cleats along the plate will give you impeccable traction.

### Expert Notes

The 4040v3 cleats from New Balance are some of the best cleats on the market today. They are super lightweight and very easy to break in. If you are worried about the break in period,  don’t be -- these take roughly a day to form to your feet. The 4040v3 are so comfortable that you will honestly think you have slippers on during a baseball game. Performance wise, the 4040v3 will make you feel unstoppable when it comes to feeling like you can run faster or jump higher.  Whether it's stealing second base or leaping up to rob a home run, these cleats won’t let you down.

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## Rawlings ICON Baseball Bat

Known for engineering some of the most trusted and technologically advanced equipment in the game, Rawlings consistently pushes the envelope to meet and exceed the expectations of players at all levels. The ICON offers state-of-the-art features in a carbon composite bat—all of which highlight Rawlings’ commitment to quality, performance, and durability.

  

Perfect bat for: Power hitters who want a perfect blend of heft and control.

### 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 comparison: [Marucci CAT X Composite](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/marucci/cat-x-composite/l175805) and the [Louisville Slugger Meta](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/louisville-slugger/meta/l59403)

  

The big barrels on the Marucci CAT X Composite and the Louisville Slugger META, both feature flexible-feeling two-piece composite constructions. In comparison, the 2023 Rawlings Icon stands out with its In/Tense carbon composite construction which maximizes barrel size while maintaining it’s stiffness, perfect for big hitters. Each bat caters to specific league regulations and player preferences, with the CAT X Composite and META offering composite technology, while the Rawlings Icon features a zero-loss collar and connection joint creating a smooth connection between handle and barrel.  
  

### Progression of the Rawlings ICON Baseball Bat:

  
2023 is the first year of the Rawlings ICON.  
  

### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS**

-   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 -3 bats. There is ZERO sting on this carbon composite. The ICON has a HUGE sweet spot and pop
    

**CONS**

-   The stock grip is just kinda 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), but the handle feels fantastic.
    
-   The barrel cracked at the base of the handle. Travel ball practice starts this week and his brand new Icon is useless.
    

### Certification: BBCOR, USSSA, and USA

### Expert Notes ([Tony](https://sidelineswap.com/locker/batexperts))

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.

  

Pop: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vibration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  
**Mid-Balanced** or End loaded?

Premium Series

### Expert Notes
Rawlings excels when it comes to producing gloves for every age, skill level, and price
point—proven by their Premium glove series. The most recent Premium model was
released in 2021, and features the same durable leather that's easy to close (and that youth players 
love), Yet, the newest release did switch up
the glove’s palm and web color, moving away from black and in favor of dark brown
– which I feel compliments this glove’s old fashioned feel. What hasn’t changed about
the Premium series is that the gloves endure for seasons on end, and often remain
good enough for a youth player to use until it’s time to get an adult glove. Over anything
else, kids want a glove they can trust. And Rawlings Premium gloves are as trustworthy
as they come.

5150

### Expert Notes
The Rawlings 5150 series is the ultimate workman’s bat. The most recent 2023 Rawlings 5150 furthered the end loaded, heavier feel and extra stiffness that we loved its predecessors for, while adding a brand new bat grip that hitters I’ve spoken to say provides unmatched comfort at the plate. Although some of these hitters also miss the neon green 5150 releases from 2016 and 2017, the model’s evolution can be clearly traced through this bat’s commitment to one piece, alloy bats that care about performance over cosmetics. The Rawlings 5150 is a blue-collar, power hitter’s bat that I’d recommend for anyone who’s looking to pad their home run stats.

Velo

### Expert Notes
The longest lasting metal bat series on the market is still at its peak. Rawlings legendary Velo series returned in 2022, with a Velo ACP release that I’ve heard hitters say offers unparalleled balance at the plate. Over time, the Rawlings Velo series has evolved by incorporating the ACP (Accelerated Carbon Performance) line that adds extra carbon in the barrel, which we’ve heard does a lot to increase pop. While Velo’s aren’t the best looking bats you’re going to find, they make up for the plainness with top-notch performance. Rawlings’ resilient Velo series should continue to be a favorite for hard-nosed hitters who prefer production over flash.

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