{"product_id":"2026-dudley-lightning-legend-retro-2-0-12-end-loaded-senior-slowpitch-softball-bat-llesp2r","title":"2026 Dudley Lightning Legend Retro 2.0 12\" End Loaded Senior Slowpitch Softball Bat: LLESP2R","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Lightning Legend Retro 2.0 LLESP2R pairs a compact 12-inch end-loaded barrel with Dudley's one-piece MicroPly composite construction. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ssusa-bats\"\u003esenior slowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e collection for the appropriate bat category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDudley Lightning Legend Retro 2.0 12 End Loaded construction and swing feel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrip Spin barrel technology and a Flex Plug are part of Dudley's senior-slowpitch barrel design. The shorter 12-inch hitting zone and end-loaded weighting give this model a different balance than the 13-inch balanced Retro 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this bat designed for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenior slowpitch hitters who intentionally prefer a compact barrel and more barrel-end mass, rather than the lighter-feeling balanced alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen evaluating the condition of a senior composite barrel, testing technique can matter as much as the number on the gauge. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-compression-test-a-bat-fast-accurate\"\u003estep-by-step bat compression testing guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers test setup and consistency for softball bats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications and size selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: LLESP2R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Senior slowpitch softball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel diameter: 2 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: One-Piece composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwing weighting: End-Load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel length: 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLengths offered: 34\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeights offered: 25oz, 26oz, 27oz, 28oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer warranty: none stated for this senior model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable stock varies by size. Use the selected variant to confirm the precise length, weight and price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the LLESP2R balanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. LLESP2R is the 12-inch end-loaded Retro 2.0 model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModification Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any manufacturer certification applies to the original, unmodified bat only. A modified bat is not represented as certified or manufacturer-warranted. Check your league and tournament rules before use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dudley","offers":[{"title":"34 inch \/ 25 oz","offer_id":52376386732278,"sku":"49-25","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34 inch \/ 26 oz","offer_id":52376386797814,"sku":"49-26","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34 inch \/ 27 oz","offer_id":52376386830582,"sku":"49-27","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34 inch \/ 28 oz","offer_id":52376386765046,"sku":"49-28","price":239.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/5331\/0454\/files\/LLESP2R.webp?v=1794441142","url":"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/products\/2026-dudley-lightning-legend-retro-2-0-12-end-loaded-senior-slowpitch-softball-bat-llesp2r","provider":"Big Dawg Bats","version":"1.0","type":"link"}