{"product_id":"2026-miken-kp23-2-piece-maxload-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-msu6kp125l","title":"2026 Miken KP23 2-Piece Maxload 240 NTS Slowpitch Softball Bat MSU6KP125L","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2026 Miken KP23 2-Piece Maxload\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built around a compact 12.5-inch barrel and a stiffer handle configuration for slowpitch hitters who prefer a direct, power-focused swing. Miken combines its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV2-Flex composite barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Flex handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA1 knob\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a .5 oz Maxload end-load to create a bat that puts noticeable weight behind the barrel without moving into an extreme end-loaded setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers shopping specifically for this category can also browse our complete selection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/collections\/usssa-bats\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e240 NTS Slowpitch Softball Bats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorter 12.5-Inch Barrel With V2-Flex Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe KP23 uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12.5-inch V2-Flex barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving it a slightly more compact hitting profile than longer 13-inch and 14-inch slowpitch models. V2-Flex construction uses Miken's composite layup system throughout the barrel to produce the responsive feel expected from a high-performance composite bat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shorter barrel combined with the Maxload weighting makes this model particularly appealing to hitters who like to feel the barrel head throughout the swing rather than swinging a longer, more evenly distributed barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor players who want to accelerate the composite break-in process, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/products\/bat-rolling\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Bat Rolling Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can be added to the bat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Flex Handle for a Firmer Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiken equips this two-piece model with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Flex handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which provides a firmer handle feel than more flexible configurations. That makes the KP23 a good fit for hitters who prefer less handle movement and a more direct sensation when the barrel meets the ball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA1 knob\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses a low-profile design intended to sit comfortably against the bottom hand while maintaining a secure grip throughout the swing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.5 oz Maxload End-Loaded Feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxload weighting adds approximately .5 oz of end-load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, shifting additional mass toward the barrel. This gives the KP23 a stronger barrel presence through the hitting zone and is generally best suited to hitters who already have enough bat speed to control an end-loaded swing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable weights include \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 oz, 26 oz, 27 oz, and 28 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving players several options for matching total weight to their preferred swing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also browse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/collections\/rolled-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolled 240 NTS Slowpitch Softball Bats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or learn more about our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/products\/bat-shaving\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBat Shaving Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for additional modification options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2026 Miken KP23 Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e MSU6KP125L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two-piece composite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Technology:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e V2-Flex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pro Flex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnob:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A1 knob\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maxload .5 oz end-load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Weights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 25 oz, 26 oz, 27 oz, 28 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCategory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 240 NTS Slowpitch Softball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModification Notice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock certification, approval, and warranty status apply only to the bat in its original, unmodified condition. A bat that has been rolled, shaved, had a restrictor ring removed, or otherwise altered should not be represented as retaining the manufacturer's original certification, approval, or warranty status for sanctioned competition. Customers are responsible for understanding and following the equipment rules applicable to their league, tournament, or event.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKEN","offers":[{"title":"25oz","offer_id":51757627343094,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"26oz","offer_id":51757627375862,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27oz","offer_id":51757627408630,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28oz","offer_id":51757632520438,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/5331\/0454\/files\/2026MikenKP232-PieceMaxloadUSSSASlowpitchSoftballBat-MSU6KP125L1.jpg?v=1790601578","url":"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/products\/2026-miken-kp23-2-piece-maxload-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-msu6kp125l","provider":"Big Dawg Bats","version":"1.0","type":"link"}