Will the 31 inch work well for an 8 1/2 year old? I measured him and the 31 in mark was a little above his waist,the 31 inch is the only one available
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31 inch is probably a little long for an 8-1/2 year old, but it's really more of a matter of the length/weight ratio, and what he is comfortable swinging. My son didn't move to a 30 inch size bat until he was 10, and just started using 31 inch this past year.
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From what the "experts" say, 31 inch bats are suited better for the 11-12 year old players. That is considering they are average weight and height. Even if your son was a little above average for his age group I would consider something a little shorter. I think a 29" would be as long as I would go for his age. A good test would be to visit a sports store with similar weight/length bats and have him test his swing, grip, and stance. The good thing about this particular bat is that is extremely light for its size but I still think a 31" would be a bit much. Good luck
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That seems a little big IMO. But here would be some of my questions. What size and weight is your son using currently? If he's swinging say a 30 or 29, is it really light for him? If not, I would buy the correct size elsewhere instead of getting a better price and having to put chokes on the grip. I err on the smaller size. I see a lot of parents buy big to save money or in hopes for them to hit harder. I like to keep the correct size or in my case, I bought smaller than I wanted to because of the better deal here. Its the form that counts but if you go bigger, it could hurt more than help the form. Just my $0.02 That seems a little big IMO. But here would be some of my questions. What size and weight is your son using currently? If he's swinging say a 30 or 29, is it really light for him? If not, I would buy the correct size elsewhere instead of getting a better price and having to put chokes on the grip. I err on the smaller size. I see a lot of parents buy big to save money or in hopes for them to hit harder. I like to keep the correct size or in my case, I bought smaller than I wanted to because of the better deal here. Its the form that counts but if you go bigger, it could hurt more than help... » Read More That seems a little big IMO. But here would be some of my questions. What size and weight is your son using currently? If he's swinging say a 30 or 29, is it really light for him? If not, I would buy the correct size elsewhere instead of getting a better price and having to put chokes on the grip. I err on the smaller size. I see a lot of parents buy big to save money or in hopes for them to hit harder. I like to keep the correct size or in my case, I bought smaller than I wanted to because of the better deal here. Its the form that counts but if you go bigger, it could hurt more than help the form. Just my $0.02 « Show Less
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Maybe the small, but I use medium. You might want to check children's shingurads because unless he has very long legs he may be too small for a small.
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Hmmm not sure; he may be on the cusp of needing to go a size larger than "junior". The juniors fit my 6 and 8 year old great - they are average-sized kids.
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I got a medium for a 7 year old. A little roomy on him, but he loves it and wears it all the time. Try Eddie Bauer or L.L. Bean for smaller ones.
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My daughter is also 2.5, 36 lbs and the same height, and as my review stated this product gave her a horrible front and back wedgie. Not sure if this is an issue for boys but I would think it might be. We did let out all the "slack" in the strap between the legs but that did not alleviate the wedgie at all. Hope this info is helpful.
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I bought this for my 2 year old son. He is very petite and when I have this as tight as it goes, it ALMOST stays up on his waist. He is very tiny though. I would say it would be perfect for most 3+ year olds. I am not sure how big the waist gets though.
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Hi! I left an image in the customer images section with the size chart! I believe its in international system measures, but you can google the conversion for imperial and check the best size for your son! Best wishes
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My son was 8 years old when he got his. They fit just fine. In my opionion they adjust to small enought for just about any child but not infant.
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I think small one is good for him. My son is 1,5 years old and I bought him both small and bigger ones. Big ones are too big, small ones are really good and I think will fit for a long time.
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My 3 year old fits great, but I think it may be a little tight for him as he gets older. He's 30 lbs and 35 in tall.
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My son is the same size and age as your description. The Pee Wee Large size works great.
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My son is 7. He is 4 ft 1 in, and it is cinched down to its smallest size. It works well for him, but it will probably work fie him for awhile. I would guess that he could grow a good 8 inches or so and still use this set.
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My kids are both at about 3 ft, 8 inches, and this bike (and another 18 inch bike I bought for his twin sister) are both borderline too big for them. We have the seats down as low as they will go. I doubt that it will be too small for him, but he might outgrow it sooner.
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I loved ours but at 20 lbs he is likely to only fit in it a very short time. I watch a 20lb 8 month old and it is a little small now. My 21 lb daughter out grew it at 18 lbs and 28 inches. Since they dont make a 9 or 12 month version i invested in a winter bundting, it was a great transition suit. It keeps her warm and still muffles some movement.
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A few months ago I bought the Size 4-6 for my 4 1/2 year old, and I'm still rolling up the sleeves and pant legs, and the waist is still a little bit long on him. The 7-8 will most like swallow your child! Tate loves the outfit, though! He doesn't care that it's too big for him. You may be a little disappointed at the size, but your child will still love it, I'm sure. Go for the Size 4-6 since they don't make a smaller size. Hope this helps!
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I used a fabric measuring tape (the flexible one made of cloth) and measured around his body just behind his front legs. That seemed to work OK for me. I think that you could mark the same distance with a ribbon and then compare it to a ruler or tape measure.
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Your boy's height doesn't matter. I am 6 feet tall and I wear a medium. take a tape and measure from the tip of your index finger and go to the crease of the wrist. Mine's a little more than 7 1/4 and that is a medium. 7 1/2 is large