2017 Louisville Slugger LXT Hyper WTLFPLX170 Women's Fastpitch Softball Bat (-10oz)

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SKU: WTLFPLX170

$159.88 $399.95
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Louisville Slugger LXT Hyper WTLFPLX170 Women's Fastpitch Softball Bat (-10oz)


TRU3 Technology

Allows for independent movement between the barrel and the handle which controls vibration and provides unmatched feel on contact. By controlling vibration, you are able to maintain acceleration through the impact with less worry of major hand sting.

Performance Barrel Flex (PBF) Technology

Increased sweet spot and maximum power. Larger sweet spot for maximum pop


Specs:

  • Full Composite Design
  • PBF Technology - Increased sweet spot and maximum power
  • Patented TRU3 technology reduces vibration and provides unmatched feel on contact.
  • Balanced Swing Weight
  • -10oz length to weight ratio
  • 2 1/4" Barrel Diameter
  • Approved for use in ASA, USSSA, and all other major softball associations
  • Featurees USSSA 1.20BPF Stamp
  • WTLFPLX170
  • Sizing Guide
Bat Size Guide-Help Selecting Baseball and Fastpitch Bat Size
  • The bat size that best fits you will be one that is comfortable, easy to swing and allows you to produce the greatest bat speed and power.
  • To obtain your optimum bat  select a bat that is not too long/heavy or too short/light.
  • A bat too short won't provide maximum power or barrel length, while a bat too long will be too difficult to handle and will also slow bat speed reducing power.
  • First begin with selecting a length. If possible use the previous bat you swung to help establish a length. For example if you used a 30 in bat and now feel that you are ready to move on to a larger bat a 31 in could be the next step.
  • You can also use the chart below for the average bat lengths based on your height, weight and age.
  • The chart below is just a guide as each player's strength and bat speed differ.
  • While the chart below was primarily designed for baseball, we have found it works fairly well for fastpitch bat sizing too. For fastpitch, however, refer to only the player height and disregard the player weight. Also, see notes at the bottom for additional notes on fastpitch bat sizing.
  • Need help selecting the proper bat size? Give us a call @ 888-854-2287.
Bat Sizing Chart

Selecting The Appropriate Bat Weight
  • The bat weight is equally as important as the length in selecting  the optimum bat size.
  • Bat weight differs greatly depending on the age range and is usually referred to as the "drop" when associated with the length and weight.
  • The drop is the difference between the length of the bat and the weight of the bat. For example if a bat is 30 in. long and weighs 20 oz. then the drop is 10. The larger the drop, the lighter the bat.
  • The average bat drop can best be broken down by age range.
Youth Bats (21/4 Inch barrel diameter)
  • Average - drop 12
  • Power Hitter - drop 10
Senior League "Big Barrel" Bats (25/8 to 23/4 Inch barrel Diameter)
  • For ages 12 and under, drop 10 is the average
  • Over age 12  range from -10oz to -5oz depending on the players strength and bat speed. 
  • *Check with your local league or organization to find out if there are any restrictions on barrel diameter or bat weight.
High School/College Bats
  • All high school or college bats are drop 3
  • Freshmen/Sophmore High School players: 31 and 32 ich are the most popular
  • Junior/Senior in High School players: 32 and 33 inch are the most popular
  • College Players:  33 is the most popular size.
Fastpitch Softball Bats
  • Age 13 and under, average drop - 11oz or 12oz.
  • Age 14 to 16, drop 10
  • Age 16 and up, Drop 8oz to 10oz. Drop 10 is still the most popular drop, but some  power hitters prefer a drop 9.
*Bat Weight is also a preference. There are some over 14 players that prefer and use lighter bats. This can vary depending on their strength or type of hitter they are (power vs slap hitter).
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Good so far
By Kevin
from Boston
on December 12, 2018
Verified Buyer
I bought this to replace a DeMarini that was just too old and had lost its pop. My daughter is 12 and loved it the first time she used it. I can't comment on its performance outside since we are now in the indoor season, but so far it has a great balanced feel for a slightly end loaded bat. It took some looking to find a "good" bat that didn't cost over $300, but this does the trick.
Pros
  • Good balanced feel for a slightly end loaded bat.
Cons
  • None yet.
Very Good Out of the Box
By Travel C.
from Fayetteville, NC
on August 28, 2018
Verified Buyer
Bought this bat for my 12 year old. She loves it. This is her first LS. It had good pop from the first swing but I put several hundred "grown man" swings on it straight away. Only one small negative. The factory grip is a little slick so we put a lizard skin grip on and that solved that issue.
Pros
  • Hot from first swing
  • Minimal vibration
  • Large sweet spot
Cons
  • Slick grip
LXT
By Freddie B.
from baxmedic@gmail.com
on December 28, 2017
Verified Buyer
I got one heck of a deal on a great bat. I will be going back to hq4sports.com for much more.
Pros
  • Price and shipping
Cons
  • None so far