{"product_id":"2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tntbkl","title":"2026 Easton Tantrum Black 2-Piece Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Softball Bat - ESA6TNTBKL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sis-pdp sis-esa6tntbkl\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.sis-esa6tntbkl{max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl h2{margin:1.75em 0 .5em;font-size:1.5em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl h3{margin:1.4em 0 .4em;font-size:1.2em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl h4{margin:1em 0 .3em;font-size:1em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl p{margin:0 0 1em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl ul{margin:0 0 1em;padding-left:1.3em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl li{margin:0 0 .4em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl a{text-decoration:underline}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl .sis-table-wrap{overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 1.5em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:480px}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl th,.sis-esa6tntbkl td{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);padding:.6em .8em;text-align:left;font-size:.95em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl th{font-weight:700}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl details{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 .6em;padding:.2em .9em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:.7em 1.6em .7em 0;position:relative;list-style:none}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl summary::after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:0;top:.6em;font-size:1.2em;line-height:1}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl details[open] summary::after{content:\"\\2212\"}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl details p{margin:.2em 0 .8em}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl .sis-badges{list-style:none;padding-left:0}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl .sis-badges li{padding-left:1.6em;position:relative}\n.sis-esa6tntbkl .sis-badges li::before{content:\"\\2713\";position:absolute;left:0;font-weight:700}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum Black Loaded USA — Vibration-Free Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum Black 2-Piece Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Softball Bat (ESA6TNTBKL)\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs Easton’s \u003cstrong\u003eCantilever barrel technology\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e12.75-inch HDK23 carbon fiber barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e, the vibration-killing \u003cstrong\u003eCXN MC+ connection\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a Flex 140 handle. Optimized Player Weighting shifts mass toward the barrel for a loaded, power-hitter swing feel, finished with a Power Boost soft knob for comfort and control, all approved for USA Softball play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-slowpitch-bats\"\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum lineup\u003c\/a\u003e, the Tantrum Black USA uses Cantilever barrel technology to enhance responsiveness and energy transfer at the point of contact. The CXN MC+ connection joins barrel to handle in a way engineered to eliminate vibration on mishits, giving this two-piece HDK23 carbon fiber bat a best-in-class feel. With Optimized Player Weighting (Loaded) and a Flex 140 handle, the ESA6TNTBKL is built for USA Softball hitters who want real end-load power without giving up bat control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eEaston slowpitch bat collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare the Tantrum Black USA against other 2026 models, or reach out to our team if you have questions before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCantilever Barrel Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCantilever barrel technology is engineered to enhance responsiveness and improve energy transfer at the moment of contact, helping the 12.75″ HDK23 carbon fiber barrel deliver consistent pop across the hitting zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCXN MC+ Connection: Best-in-Class Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CXN MC+ connection is engineered to eliminate vibration in the handle, cutting down the sting hitters feel on off-center contact. Read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/blogs\/smash-it-sports-blog\/end-loaded-vs-balanced-slowpitch-bats-how-to-choose\"\u003eend-loaded vs. balanced bat guide\u003c\/a\u003e for help matching a loaded swing weight and handle flex to your swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOptimized Player Weighting: A Loaded Swing Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tantrum Black USA uses Easton’s Loaded weighting, positioning mass toward the barrel for added momentum through the hitting zone. Prefer bat speed over end-load mass? See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-1-piece-balanced-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tnt1b\"\u003eTantrum Balanced USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Boost Soft Knob \u0026amp; Flex 140 Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Power Boost soft knob is designed for comfort and control at the bottom hand, while the Flex 140 handle gives this Tantrum its own distinct swing feel within Easton’s USA\/ASA lineup — other Tantrum USA\/ASA models use different flex ratings, so it’s worth comparing before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e12.75″ HDK23 Carbon Fiber Barrel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tantrum Black USA uses a 12.75-inch barrel built from HDK23 carbon fiber, matching the barrel length of its \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tntbkl\"\u003eUSSSA counterpart (ESU6TNTBKL)\u003c\/a\u003e while swapping in Cantilever barrel technology and a lighter Flex 140 handle tuned for USA Softball play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable in 25, 26 \u0026amp; 27 oz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tantrum Black USA is available in \u003cstrong\u003e25 oz, 26 oz, and 27 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not sure which weight fits your swing? Check our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/bat-sizing-guide\"\u003ebat sizing guide\u003c\/a\u003e before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApproved for USA Softball Play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ESA6TNTBKL is certified for \u003cstrong\u003eUSA Softball (ASA)\u003c\/strong\u003e competition. As always, confirm this model is on your league’s current approved bat list before gameday, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e if you need help verifying certification. Playing USSSA\/ISA\/NSA instead? See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tntbkl\"\u003eTantrum Black USSSA (ESU6TNTBKL)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the Tantrum Black USA Fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest for:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSA Softball hitters who want a loaded, power-focused swing feel with a vibration-dampened connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a 12.75″ two-piece carbon fiber bat with dependable pop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHitters who prefer a Flex 140 handle feel over Easton’s other Tantrum flex options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConsider a different model if:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou play USSSA\/ISA\/NSA instead of USA Softball — see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tntbkl\"\u003eTantrum Black USSSA\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a balanced, bat-speed-focused swing — see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-1-piece-balanced-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tnt1b\"\u003eTantrum Balanced USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a stiffer Flex 130 handle on the same Loaded platform — see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-2-piece-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tntl\"\u003eTantrum Loaded USA\/ASA (Flex 130)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2026 Easton Tantrum USA\/ASA Lineup — How the Black Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sis-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Tech\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Flex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCert.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTantrum Black USA\u003c\/strong\u003e (this bat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex 140\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoaded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Softball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-2-piece-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tntl\"\u003eTantrum Loaded USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex 130\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoaded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Softball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-1-piece-balanced-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tnt1b\"\u003eTantrum Balanced USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex 160\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced (no end-load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Softball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tntbkl\"\u003eTantrum Black USSSA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG4S G4orce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex 150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoaded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA\/ISA\/NSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/easton-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eEaston slowpitch bat collection\u003c\/a\u003e or the broader \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eslowpitch softball bat collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare against other brands like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/worth-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eWorth\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/miken-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eMiken\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sis-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESA6TNTBKL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Piece HDK23 Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Technology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCXN MC+ Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex 140 Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnob\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Boost Soft Knob\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptimized Player Weighting – Loaded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Weights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 oz | 26 oz | 27 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Softball (ASA) Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Smash It Sports?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/\"\u003eSmash It Sports\u003c\/a\u003e is a go-to source for serious slowpitch players. When you order the ESA6TNTBKL from us, you get:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sis-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice Match Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e on eligible bats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e on most orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftball Bat Specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e who can help you pick the right weight and load — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask our team\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeam \u0026amp; Bulk Order\u003c\/strong\u003e support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer warranty support through our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003ewarranty information page\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/customer-care\"\u003ecustomer care center\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions — 2026 Easton Tantrum Black Loaded USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat certification does the Easton Tantrum Black USA (ESA6TNTBKL) carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Easton Tantrum Black USA\/ASA (ESA6TNTBKL) is approved for \u003cstrong\u003eUSA Softball (ASA)\u003c\/strong\u003e play. Always confirm current approval against your specific league’s bat list before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does Cantilever barrel technology do for performance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCantilever barrel technology is designed to enhance responsiveness and improve energy transfer at contact, helping the 12.75-inch HDK23 carbon fiber barrel deliver consistent pop across the hitting zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the CXN MC+ connection do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCXN MC+ is Easton’s two-piece connection system, engineered to eliminate vibration in the handle for a best-in-class feel on mishits while still transferring energy efficiently between barrel and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is the Flex 140 handle different from other Tantrum USA\/ASA models?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tantrum Black USA uses a Flex 140 handle, while the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-2-piece-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tntl\"\u003eTantrum Loaded USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e uses a stiffer Flex 130 handle and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-1-piece-balanced-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tnt1b\"\u003eTantrum Balanced USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e uses a more flexible Flex 160 handle. All three share the same 12.75″ barrel length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat weights does the Tantrum Black USA come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Easton Tantrum Black USA\/ASA is available in \u003cstrong\u003e25 oz, 26 oz, and 27 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/pages\/bat-sizing-guide\"\u003ebat sizing guide\u003c\/a\u003e for help choosing the right weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs there a balanced version of this bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-12-75-1-piece-balanced-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esa6tnt1b\"\u003eTantrum Balanced USA\/ASA (ESA6TNT1B)\u003c\/a\u003e uses the same 12.75″ barrel and Cantilever technology in a one-piece build with no end-load, for hitters who prioritize bat speed over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs there a USSSA version of this bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-easton-tantrum-black-2-piece-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu6tntbkl\"\u003eTantrum Black USSSA (ESU6TNTBKL)\u003c\/a\u003e shares the 12.75″ barrel length, CXN MC+ connection, and Loaded weighting, but uses G4S G4orce barrel technology and a Flex 150 handle, certified for USSSA\/ISA\/NSA play instead of USA Softball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Easton Tantrum Black USA include a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tantrum Black USA is backed by Easton’s manufacturer warranty coverage. 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