Louisville Slugger 2011 TPS (-9) Xeno Composite Fastpitch Bat

The Louisville Slugger TPS XENO has burst on to the fastpitch softball scene and is about to revolutionize the game. Never before has there been a bat with this kind of performance and durability. Louisville Slugger has come up with an all new concept that will change the way composite bats are made. The composite barrel is actually tuned to exceed the ball exit speed ratio of 98 mph, but with Louisville Slugger's new S1 iD Technology they bring the barrel back to the allowable performance level. The all new S1 iD Technology allows the barrel to flex to its maximum allowable performance level from SWING 1. Inside the barrel is a governor that is positioned at the sweet spot to stop the barrel from flexing past the performance limit giving players maximum allowable performance. For the first time ever you get the performance of a top of the line composite bat without the break in period. The new iST composite design features a solid connection between the handle and barrel, giving players optimal results with every swing. While maintaining handle stiffness, iST joins the barrel and handle together providing players with a great solid feel and larger sweet spot. Typical vibrations from a miss hit will be no more as the vibrations are absorbed in the barrel before it reaches the player's hands. This is without a doubt the hottest fastpitch softball bat that Louisville Slugger has ever produced, and the new technology is sure to take the construction and design of composite bats to the next level. Louisville Slugger continues to be an industry leader in innovation and quality and the XENO does nothing but prove that with every swing. Doing your part to help your team get to the championship starts with Louisville Slugger. Be part of the XENO REVOLUTION! This bat comes with a Full Twelve Month Manufacturer's Warranty. -9 Length to Weight Ratio 7/8 Inch Standard Handle Approved By All Governing Bodies Including ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF Balanced Swing

The Xeno -9 Composite Fastpitch Softball Bat from Louisville Slugger delivers maximum playability and power straight out of the wrapper thanks to iST composite design and S1 iD barrel technology. Built with a greater sweet spot and reduced sting and vibration on miss-hits, the Xeno encourages players to swing through the ball to their maximum capacity. Composite technology allows for thinner walls to maximize trampoline effect without sacrificing durability. The -9 Xeno offers a balanced swing weight and features a Louisville Slugger end cap, a synthetic grip for maximum comfort, and a 7/8-inch standard handle for control. ASA, USSSA, ISA, ISF and NSA approved and backed by an industry leading 1-year limited warranty, the Xeno is an excellent choice for competitive and recreational play.

Vibration from a miss hit is absorbed before it reaches a player's hands. Without the worry of sting or vibration, a player can maintain acceleration through impact for a more consistent and powerful performance at bat.

Specifications:

• iST composite design
• S1iD barrel technology
• Balanced swing weight
• Synthetic grip
• 7/8-inch standard handle
• Louisville Slugger end cap
• ASA, USSSA, ISA, ISF and NSA approved

iST Composite Design:
Louisville Slugger's exclusive iST technology joins the barrel and handle together while maintaining handle stiffness, providing players with a great solid feel and larger sweet spot. iST gives players maximum performance, even on inside hits. Plus it dramatically absorbs vibration before it reaches the player's hands.

S1 iD Barrel Technology:
Enjoy maximum performance from swing 1 thanks to Swing inner Disc Technology (S1 iD) from Louisville Slugger. S1 iD allows the barrel to flex to its maximum allowable performance level from swing 1--making it Game Ready from the moment you take off the wrapper, with no more frustrating break-in period.

Composite Barrel Technology:
Louisville Slugger's high-strength and lightweight graphite fibers allow for reduced wall thickness, creating a better performance while maintaining durability. Thinner fibers allow for the use of more layers in the barrel for added strength, but with an overall outer wall that is thinner.