2026 Worth Bedlam Josh Riley 13.5" 2PC End Loaded USA Slowpitch Softball Bat WSA6JRBEDL

2026 Worth Bedlam Josh Riley XL USA/ASA: Long-Barrel Power with Control

The 2026 Worth Bedlam Josh Riley XL (WSA6JRBEDL) pairs a 13.5-inch composite barrel with a half-ounce XL end load. This is the USA/ASA version of the Bedlam, not the similarly named 240 NTS model. That distinction matters: Worth uses its INNER CORE barrel construction here, and shoppers should compare the exact model number rather than assuming every Bedlam has the same barrel system.

INNER CORE Barrel and Two-Piece Feel

Worth's INNER CORE design is intended to let the outer composite barrel flex around its internal structure at contact. The 13.5-inch hitting surface gives players more length to work with when pitches arrive at different locations. More barrel length does not make every swing automatic, but it can be attractive to hitters who prioritize contact coverage over the compact feel of a 12-inch barrel.

The two-piece construction combines that barrel with Worth's R-FLEX handle. Its regular-flex character is a middle ground for players who dislike an exceptionally rigid handle yet still want a connected response through the zone. Compared with a one-piece slowpitch bat, a separate handle-and-barrel system can also change the vibration felt on mishits. These are feel differences, not a promise of a particular distance gain.

Who Benefits from the XL End Load?

The XL designation means an additional half ounce of mass biased toward the barrel end. Hitters with reliable timing may appreciate that barrel presence when driving the ball into the gaps. Players who frequently arrive late on inside pitches, or who value a very quick barrel adjustment, may prefer a balanced bat. At equal labeled total weights, an end-loaded bat can demand more effort to accelerate and redirect.

The available 25- and 26-ounce variants let shoppers choose their overall mass without changing the underlying XL design. Check the live size selector for actual availability. The barrel diameter is 2¼ inches, and the factory-stock model is intended for USA/ASA slowpitch equipment categories.

Compare the Right Equipment

Browse our USA/ASA slowpitch softball bats to compare the Bedlam's longer barrel and XL weighting with balanced and shorter-barrel alternatives. For a deeper understanding of why two composite bats can feel different even at the same stated weight, read what compression testing actually measures. Barrel construction, bat speed and repeatable contact should drive the decision—not exaggerated distance claims.

For owners comparing stock and separately prepared composite slowpitch bats, our Precision Max Bat Rolling Service describes optional aftermarket preparation. It is not included with this stock Josh Riley XL, and modified bats have no manufacturer warranty or sanctioned-event eligibility.

Modification Notice

Factory markings and any original manufacturer warranty apply only to an unmodified bat. Shaved or rolled bats have NO WARRANTY and cannot be used in any sanctioned event. Modified bats must not be represented as retaining factory certification, approval or warranty. Customers are responsible for checking their league and event rules before using equipment.