{"product_id":"2027-demarini-merciless-13-5-end-loaded-usa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wbd2679010","title":"2027 DeMarini Merciless 13.5\" End Loaded USA Slowpitch Softball Bat: WBD2679010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2027 DeMarini Merciless Slowpitch Softball Bat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built for hitters who want a big barrel, endloaded swing feel, and unyielding power in a USA slowpitch bat. Designed with a massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.5” endloaded barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Merciless is made for players who want to deliver serious force through the zone and punish anything left over the plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe star of the show is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStack3d Composite Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a double-wall design that creates a massive sweet spot with soft compression for a game-ready feel. This barrel setup is built to launch the ball when you square it up, giving power hitters the confidence to swing with intent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaired with DeMarini’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZnX Alloy Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Merciless delivers added stiffness and durability through the handle. By reducing handle flex, the ZnX Alloy Handle helps force the barrel to deflect more, supporting increased barrel performance and a powerful feel at contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and built in the USA and manufactured in Hillsboro, Oregon, the 2027 DeMarini Merciless brings big-barrel performance, a strong endloaded finish, and USA Slowpitch certification to players ready to do damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-piece slowpitch bat built for power hitters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e13.5” endloaded barrel for added barrel presence and strong power through contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e2 1\/4 inch Barrel Diameter \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eStack3d Composite Barrel with double-wall construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSoft compression design for a game-ready feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eMassive sweet spot built to launch the ball when squared up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eZnX Alloy Handle increases stiffness and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eReduced handle flex helps force the barrel to deflect more for increased barrel performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eBuilt for hitters who want an endloaded USA slowpitch bat with serious power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne Year Manufacturer Warranty Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eColorway: Red \/ Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is the 2027 DeMarini Merciless best for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merciless is built for USA slowpitch players who want a powerful two-piece bat with a massive 13.5” endloaded barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the DeMarini Merciless balanced or endloaded?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2027 DeMarini Merciless features an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eendloaded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swing feel, giving hitters added barrel presence and more power through contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Stack3d Composite Barrel construction?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Stack3d Composite Barrel uses a double-wall design to create a massive sweet spot with soft compression for a game-ready feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the ZnX Alloy Handle do?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZnX Alloy Handle increases stiffness and durability, helping reduce handle flex so the barrel can deflect more for increased performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat certification does the 2027 DeMarini Merciless have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2027 DeMarini Merciless is certified for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA Slowpitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a useful category-level comparison, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/asa-usa-bats\"\u003eUSA\/ASA slowpitch bats\u003c\/a\u003e selection and evaluate this model against other bats with the same drop, construction and intended playing format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf barrel stiffness or equipment condition is part of the decision, our explanation of \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/compression-testers-what-do-they-do-and-how-do-they-work\"\u003ehow bat compression testing works\u003c\/a\u003e gives useful background on what measurements can and cannot tell you about a bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDeMarini USA slowpitch: current weight and barrel options\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Merciless model has end-loaded weighting and a 13.5\" barrel. In-stock 34-inch configurations: \u003cstrong\u003e34 inch \/ 24.5 oz, 34 inch \/ 25.5 oz, 34 inch \/ 26.5 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compare the selected ounces and handle feel against the player's ability to maintain timing and solid contact, rather than assuming a heavier barrel always performs better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-bats\"\u003eslowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e. 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