{"product_id":"2026-worth-bedlam-black-xl-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6bdbkl","title":"2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL 2-Piece 240 NTS Slowpitch Softball Bat WSU6BDBKL","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL Slowpitch Softball Bat (WSU6BDBKL) combines Worth's X868 composite barrel technology with an extended 13.5-inch barrel, R-FLEX handle, two-piece construction, and XL .5 oz end load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of barrel length and moderate end loading is what separates this Bedlam configuration from more aggressive short-barrel power bats. Rather than concentrating a heavy load into a compact hitting surface, the Bedlam Black spreads its profile across a long 13.5-inch barrel while retaining a manageable .5 oz end load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor hitters who prefer a larger hitting surface, some additional barrel mass, and a medium-flex handle rather than an extremely stiff feel, the Bedlam Black XL offers an interesting combination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.5-Inch X868 Composite Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorth builds the Bedlam Black around its X868 composite barrel technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe X868 construction is designed to allow the composite barrel wall to flex during impact, creating a responsive hitting surface across the barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model pairs that technology with a 13.5-inch barrel, providing substantially more hitting surface than compact 12- and 12.5-inch slowpitch designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat extra barrel length can appeal to hitters who prefer a more generous contact area rather than concentrating the hitting surface into a shorter section of the bat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also gives this Bedlam a noticeably different configuration from short-barrel models that combine a compact hitting surface with more aggressive end loading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Barrel vs. Short Barrel Slowpitch Bats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel length is one of the more overlooked differences between slowpitch bats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA longer barrel doesn't automatically produce more power, just as a shorter barrel doesn't automatically produce more bat speed. Weight distribution, total weight, handle characteristics, and the hitter's swing all contribute to how a bat actually performs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe advantage of the Bedlam Black's 13.5-inch profile is straightforward: it provides more barrel length for the hitter to work with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers who prefer a large hitting surface may appreciate that extra length, while hitters who consistently locate a compact sweet spot may prefer the feel of a shorter barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR-FLEX Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorth pairs the X868 barrel with its R-FLEX, or Regular Flex, handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe R-FLEX configuration occupies the middle ground between a very stiff handle and a highly flexible one. It allows some responsiveness through the swing without creating the extremely active sensation associated with softer handle configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly relevant on a two-piece bat with a long, end-loaded barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hitter still gets noticeable barrel presence from the 13.5-inch profile and XL weighting, while the R-FLEX handle prevents the overall construction from becoming an especially rigid setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-Piece Composite Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bedlam Black uses separate composite barrel and handle sections rather than a continuous one-piece structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat construction generally creates more separation between what happens at the barrel and what the hitter feels through the hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers who find one-piece bats overly harsh on off-center contact may prefer the more forgiving sensation associated with a two-piece platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the same time, the R-FLEX handle keeps the Bedlam from moving too far toward an extremely flexible or whippy feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXL .5 oz End Load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorth's XL weighting places approximately .5 oz of additional mass toward the barrel end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gives the Bedlam Black noticeable barrel presence without moving into the heavier 1 oz end-load category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's an important distinction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA full 1 oz end load can dramatically change how a bat feels through the zone. The .5 oz XL configuration provides a more moderate shift in weight distribution, making it potentially easier to control for players who like an end load but don't want the most barrel-heavy option available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong hitters who can maintain bat speed with the additional mass may benefit from the extra momentum, but control should always take priority over simply choosing the heaviest possible swing weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreaking In the X868 Composite Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposite barrels can change as repeated impacts work the material over time. How quickly that occurs depends on the barrel construction, usage, hitter, and break-in method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers who want to understand approximately how much hitting may be involved can read our guide on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/blogs\/news\/how-many-hits-to-break-in-composite-bat\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow many hits it takes to break in a composite bat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers who don't want to rely entirely on repeated batting-practice swings, Big Dawg Bats offers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/pages\/bat-rolling-service\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprofessional bat rolling service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to mechanically accelerate composite barrel break-in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/blogs\/news\/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-bat-rolling\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Things You Need to Know About Bat Rolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guide provides a more complete explanation of the process and is a good starting point for players researching rolling for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompression and Composite Barrel Development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompression testing can also provide information about changes occurring within a composite barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of judging a bat entirely by sound or feel, a compression tester applies a repeatable load to the barrel and measures how it responds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers interested in that side of composite bat performance can read our guide to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/blogs\/news\/compression-testers-what-do-they-do-and-how-do-they-work\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecompression testers and how they work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding compression can be particularly useful when comparing a composite barrel at different stages of its life rather than assuming every change in feel is purely subjective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBat Shaving the Worth Bedlam Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers seeking a more extensive performance modification can also choose Big Dawg Bats' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/products\/bat-shaving\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomposite bat shaving service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike rolling, shaving physically changes the interior of the composite barrel by removing material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers researching that process can read \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bigdawgbatrolling.com\/blogs\/news\/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-bat-shaving\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Things You Need to Know About Bat Shaving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for an overview of how the modification works and the considerations involved before selecting a shaving level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Swing the Worth Bedlam Black XL?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL should appeal most to experienced slowpitch hitters who want a long barrel, moderate end load, and responsive two-piece feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's worth considering if you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer a long 13.5-inch barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant more hitting surface than a compact 12- or 12.5-inch design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike approximately .5 oz of end load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer a medium-flex handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant two-piece composite construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike noticeable barrel 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