{"product_id":"2026-easton-tantrum-13-1-piece-balanced-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tnt1b","title":"2026 Easton Tantrum 1-Piece Balanced USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat - ESU6TNT1B","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum 13\" 1-Piece Balanced USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat (ESU6TNT1B)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum ESU6TNT1B\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for hitters who want a \u003cstrong\u003efast, controlled (balanced) swing feel\u003c\/strong\u003e with modern composite performance. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003eG4S G4orce Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e for multi-region barrel response, premium \u003cstrong\u003eHDK23 Carbon Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Easton’s comfort-forward \u003cstrong\u003ePower Boost Soft Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 13\" one-piece is designed to help you square balls up consistently and keep the barrel moving through the zone. \u003cstrong\u003eApproved for play in USSSA, ISA, and NSA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop related:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA Slowpitch Bats\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/usssa-240-compression-approved-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eUSSSA 240 Compression Bats\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/easton-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eEaston Slowpitch Bats\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-easton-slowpitch\"\u003eAll Easton Slowpitch\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eAll Slowpitch Bats\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/slowpitch-softball-home\"\u003eSlowpitch Softball Hub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Performance Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG4S G4orce Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e – triple-region barrel flex allows variable compression using a plural resin system for responsive performance across the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCXN MC+ “Connection” Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e – designed to reduce vibration in the handle for best-in-class comfort and feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Player Weighting (Balanced)\u003c\/strong\u003e – quicker to the ball, ideal for consistent timing and all-field approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Boost Soft Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e – improved comfort and leverage, especially on long days at the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDK23 Carbon Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e – premium composite construction engineered for high-level slowpitch performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-Piece Composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flex 150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Weights:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.5oz, 26oz, 27oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approved for \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eISA\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eNSA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESU6TNT1B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Swing the Balanced Tantrum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balanced ESU6TNT1B is a strong choice if you prioritize \u003cstrong\u003ebat speed\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003elighter-feeling barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e, and repeatable mechanics. If you’re a contact-to-gap hitter or want a bat that stays quick when you’re a little late, balanced weighting helps you keep the barrel on plane and find more barrels per game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the ESU6TNT1B legal for USSSA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—this model is listed as approved for \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it’s also approved for \u003cstrong\u003eISA\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNSA\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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