{"title":"2027 Easton Dub Darkside USSSA Bats","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sis-collection-content\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e2027 Easton Dub Darkside USSSA Baseball Bats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003ePower has a Darkside. The \u003cstrong\u003e2027 Easton Dub Darkside USSSA Baseball Bat\u003c\/strong\u003e lineup opens with a build designed for players who want the barrel to feel present, composed, and ready from the first swing. Early reps, cage work, and game-speed swings all ask the same question: does the bat stay connected when the tempo rises? The Dub Darkside answers with a two-piece double barrel composite construction that keeps the barrel active through contact and the handle calm in your hands, cut after cut — now wrapped in DUBLVZN graphics that reveal a hidden design as you rack up swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eShop the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-dub\"\u003eEaston Dub collection\u003c\/a\u003e, browse every \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-baseball-bats\"\u003eEaston baseball bat\u003c\/a\u003e we carry, or see all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton\"\u003eEaston bats and gloves\u003c\/a\u003e in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eShop the Dub Darkside by Drop Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDub Darkside -10 (EUT7DBDS10)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe -10 is the balanced, max-whip option in the lineup — built for hitters who want to keep bat speed up while still getting the full benefit of the double barrel. Available in 27\", 28\", 29\", 30\", and 31\" lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDub Darkside -8 (EUT7DBDS8)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe -8 carries a touch more mass than the -10, suited to hitters who already drive the ball and want a bit more weight behind the barrel. Available in 29\", 30\", 31\", and 32\" lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDub Darkside -5 (EUT7DBDS5)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe -5 is the power drop in the family, built for hitters transitioning toward heavier bats and BBCOR prep. Available in 30\", 31\", and 32\" lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eThe Technology Behind the Dub Darkside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e2X Double Barrel Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAt the core of every Dub Darkside is \u003cstrong\u003e2X Double Barrel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e: a lower-compression outer barrel paired with a lightweight, durable inner barrel. The outer barrel flexes across the full length of the hitting surface while the inner barrel governs performance directly at the USSSA limit — the combination behind the lowest barrel compression of any USSSA bat Easton makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDARKSIDE Decal \u0026amp; DUBLVZN Graphic Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhere two worlds collide, the Dub Darkside features \u003cstrong\u003eDUBLVZN graphic technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — an ultra-chrome top layer that unearths a hidden design underneath with every swing. The more you hit, the more of the Darkside comes through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eConneXion Max\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEvery drop weight is backed by \u003cstrong\u003eConneXion Max\u003c\/strong\u003e, an elastomer connector that interlocks the handle to the barrel, reducing vibration for a smoother, more connected two-piece feel — including on mishits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eOpti-Flex Handle \u0026amp; Gen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDriven by ongoing research and feedback from some of the game's best players, the \u003cstrong\u003eOpti-Flex Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered size by size to give elite travel ball athletes a more complete overall feel through the zone. The \u003cstrong\u003eGen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e finishes the handle side with a newly designed, asymmetric contour that delivers comfort and barrel control that holds up over a full bucket of reps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFlow+Tack Grip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA 1.8mm perforated \u003cstrong\u003eFlow+Tack Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps your hands locked in for quality feel and control on every drop weight in the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhich Dub Darkside Drop Weight Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAll three drops share the same 2 3\/4\" barrel, double barrel construction, and USSSA Baseball certification for travel and tournament play. The main difference is swing feel: the -10 favors bat speed, the -8 splits the difference with added mass, and the -5 is built for hitters ready for a heavier, more BBCOR-like swing. Complete the setup with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-batting-gloves\"\u003eEaston batting gloves\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/bat-grips\"\u003ereplacement bat grip\u003c\/a\u003e, and check our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/junior-big-barrel-baseball-bats\"\u003ejunior big barrel bats\u003c\/a\u003e if you're sizing up a younger hitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sis-faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat drop weights does the 2027 Easton Dub Darkside come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Dub Darkside is available in three drop weights: -10 (EUT7DBDS10), -8 (EUT7DBDS8), and -5 (EUT7DBDS5), all with a 2 3\/4\" barrel and USSSA Baseball certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the Dub Darkside different from a standard USSSA bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Dub Darkside is built around Easton's 2X Double Barrel Construction, pairing a lower-compression outer barrel with a lightweight inner barrel that governs performance at the USSSA limit. Combined with ConneXion Max, the Opti-Flex Handle, and the Gen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob, it's engineered for the lowest barrel compression of any USSSA bat Easton makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the DARKSIDE Decal and DUBLVZN graphic technology?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDUBLVZN is Easton's graphic technology used on the Darkside edition. It applies an ultra-chrome top layer over a hidden design, so the graphic underneath is gradually revealed with each swing as the chrome wears through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose between the -10, -8, and -5 drop weights?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe -10 favors bat speed and suits most travel hitters, the -8 adds a bit more mass for hitters who already drive the ball, and the -5 is the power drop for hitters transitioning toward heavier, BBCOR-style bats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs the Dub Darkside USSSA legal for travel ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. All three Dub Darkside drop weights carry USSSA Baseball certification for travel and tournament play. Always confirm your league's current bat rules before use, as requirements can vary by age division and organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this bat in BBCOR or high school play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. The Dub Darkside lineup is USSSA-certified for travel and tournament ball, not BBCOR play. High school and college baseball require BBCOR-certified bats with a -3 drop weight. 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Early reps, cage work, and game-speed swings all ask the same question: does the bat stay connected when the tempo rises? The Dub Darkside answers with a two-piece composite construction that keeps the barrel active through contact and the handle calm in your hands, cut after cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eShop the full lineup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-baseball-bats\"\u003eEaston baseball bats\u003c\/a\u003e at Smash It Sports, or browse every \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton\"\u003eEaston bat and glove\u003c\/a\u003e we carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSecond-Generation Double Barrel Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIn 2026, Easton introduced a completely new generation of composite performance with The Dub — a first-of-its-kind double barrel construction built to give USSSA players what they want most: maximum performance, unmatched feel, and an unmistakable sound. A thinner, lower-compression outer barrel creates more flex across the entire hitting surface, while an inner barrel governs performance right at the USSSA limit. For 2027, The Dub carries that same feel and sound into an all-new Darkside look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e2X Double Barrel Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAt the core of the build is \u003cstrong\u003e2X Double Barrel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e: a lower-compression outer barrel paired with a lightweight, durable inner barrel. The outer barrel flexes across the full length of the hitting surface while the inner barrel governs performance directly at the limit — the combination behind the lowest barrel compression of any USSSA bat Easton makes, with more flex and higher performance end to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDARKSIDE Decal \u0026amp; DUBLVZN Graphic Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWhere two worlds collide, the Dub Darkside features \u003cstrong\u003eDUBLVZN graphic technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — an ultra-chrome top layer that unearths a hidden design underneath with every swing. The more you hit, the more of the Darkside comes through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFeel \u0026amp; Control Through the Swing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eConneXion Max\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe barrel is backed by \u003cstrong\u003eConneXion Max\u003c\/strong\u003e, an elastomer connector that interlocks the handle to the barrel, reducing vibration for a smoother, more connected two-piece feel on every swing — including the mishits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eOpti-Flex Handle \u0026amp; Gen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eDriven by ongoing research and feedback from some of the game's best players, the \u003cstrong\u003eOpti-Flex Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered size by size to give elite travel ball athletes a more complete overall feel through the zone. 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Combined with ConneXion Max, the Opti-Flex Handle, and the Gen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob, it's engineered for the lowest barrel compression of any USSSA bat Easton makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat sizes and barrel diameter does the -8 come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 2027 Easton Dub Darkside -8 (EUT7DBDS8) has a 2 3\/4\" barrel and is available in 29\", 30\", 31\", and 32\" lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs the Easton Dub Darkside -8 USSSA legal for travel ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. The Dub Darkside -8 carries USSSA Baseball certification for travel and tournament play. 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Combined with ConneXion Max, the Opti-Flex Handle, and the Gen2 In2uitiv Feel Soft Knob, it's engineered for the lowest barrel compression of any USSSA bat Easton makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat sizes and barrel diameter does the -5 come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 2027 Easton Dub Darkside -5 (EUT7DBDS5) has a 2 3\/4\" barrel and is available in 30\", 31\", and 32\" lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs the Easton Dub Darkside -5 USSSA legal for travel ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. The Dub Darkside -5 carries USSSA Baseball certification for travel and tournament play. Always confirm your league's current bat rules before use, as requirements can vary by age division and organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the DARKSIDE Decal and DUBLVZN graphic technology?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDUBLVZN is Easton's graphic technology used on the Darkside edition. It applies an ultra-chrome top layer over a hidden design, so the graphic underneath is gradually revealed with each swing as the chrome wears through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow does the swing weight feel on the -5 model?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe -5 is built with a balanced swing weight, designed to give players maximum bat speed and well-rounded performance through the zone rather than an end-loaded feel. As the lowest drop weight in the Dub Darkside lineup, it carries the most mass of the three and suits hitters transitioning toward heavier bats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this bat in BBCOR or high school play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. The Dub Darkside -5 is a USSSA-certified bat built for travel and tournament ball, not BBCOR play. High school and college baseball require BBCOR-certified bats with a -3 drop weight. 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