The B271 Premium is a well-balanced bat, making barrel control effortless. It's an excellent choice for players new to using wooden bats due to its very light swing weight. The smaller barrel allows for a denser piece of wood. The combination of control and the whip generated by hitters using the B271 Premium, along with the dense wood, results in balls flying off the bat. Hitters, don't be deterred by smaller barrels; you'd be surprised at how many major league players use this model.