{"product_id":"2026-short-porch-horror-shop-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","title":"2026 Short Porch Horror Shop Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sp-hs\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.sp-hs{max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6}\n.sp-hs *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.sp-hs .sp-hs-warn{border:2px solid #b30000;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 24px;text-align:center}\n.sp-hs .sp-hs-warn strong{display:block;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.5px}\n.sp-hs .sp-hs-tag{font-style:italic;font-weight:600}\n.sp-hs ul{padding-left:20px}\n.sp-hs table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:12px 0 24px}\n.sp-hs th,.sp-hs td{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.sp-hs th{width:38%}\n.sp-hs details{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 10px;padding:0 14px}\n.sp-hs summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:12px 0;list-style-position:outside}\n.sp-hs details[open] summary{border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.1);margin-bottom:10px}\n.sp-hs details p{margin:0 0 12px}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"sp-hs-warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivate Your 180-Day Bat Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\nYou \u003cu\u003emust\u003c\/u\u003e register your bat within 30 days of purchase. The warranty registration card comes attached to the bat. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty-information\"\u003eSee warranty information\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShort Porch Horror Shop Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sp-hs-tag\"\u003eWelcome to the Horror Shop. Once you're in… you'll never leave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome bats are built to look good in the bag. The \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Short Porch Horror Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e was built to make pitchers nervous the moment it comes out of one. This loaded \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA slowpitch softball bat\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs an 11.5\" Aramid composite barrel with Short Porch's DDT and Spin Tech for players who want a compact barrel, aggressive performance and the kind of feel that makes you want one more swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distressed, blood-splattered finish gives you fair warning. The rest happens at the plate. Horror Shop isn't here to scare anybody. The exit velocity handles that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHorror Shop Bat Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e11.5\" Aramid Composite Barrel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact 11.5-inch barrel built with an Aramid composite. The shorter barrel makes for a quicker, more controllable swing while still delivering a hot hitting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDDT and Spin Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort Porch's DDT and Spin Tech are built into the barrel to drive aggressive performance and the responsive feel slowpitch hitters chase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLoaded Two-Piece Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two-piece build gives you flex through the zone and cuts down sting on mishits. The loaded weight profile puts more mass toward the end of the barrel for hitters who want to drive the ball deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertified for USSSA, ISA and NSA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproved for USSSA, ISA and NSA slowpitch play. Always confirm your league's bat rules before game day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026 Short Porch Horror Shop Loaded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlowpitch Softball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA, ISA, NSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAramid Composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTechnology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDDT, Spin Tech\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-Piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight Profile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoaded (End-Loaded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5 oz, 26.5 oz, 27.5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 days. Registration required within 30 days of purchase.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Slowpitch Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse every \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/short-porch-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eShort Porch slowpitch softball bat\u003c\/a\u003e, compare more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA slowpitch bats\u003c\/a\u003e, or check out the latest arrivals in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003enew slowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e. Then finish your setup with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-batting-gloves\"\u003eslowpitch batting gloves\u003c\/a\u003e, a fresh grip from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bat-grips\"\u003ebat grips\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/smash-ops-guerrilla-roller\"\u003eSmash Ops Guerrilla Roller bag\u003c\/a\u003e to haul it all. Everything slowpitch lives on our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/slowpitch-softball-home\"\u003eslowpitch softball home page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutfitting a whole roster? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/team-sales\"\u003eteam sales\u003c\/a\u003e crew handles bulk bat orders and custom uniforms. Questions about this bat? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Smash It Sports\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHorror Shop Slowpitch Bat FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Short Porch Horror Shop legal for USSSA slowpitch?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2026 Horror Shop Loaded is certified for USSSA slowpitch, and it also carries ISA and NSA approval. It is not a USA Softball (ASA) bat. Always check your league or tournament rules before you play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does \"Loaded\" mean on a slowpitch bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoaded means extra weight sits toward the end of the barrel. That end-loaded feel helps stronger hitters carry more momentum through contact for added distance. Players who prefer a quicker, lighter swing often choose a balanced bat instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy choose an 11.5\" barrel instead of a 12\" or 13\" barrel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shorter 11.5\" barrel moves the balance point closer to your hands compared with longer barrels at the same weight. Many hitters find it easier to control and quicker through the zone, while still getting a responsive composite sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat weights does the Horror Shop come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USSSA Horror Shop Loaded is available in 25.5 oz, 26.5 oz and 27.5 oz. Choose the weight you can swing with control and consistent bat speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes a composite slowpitch bat need to be broken in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposite bats typically perform best after a proper break-in period. Rotate the bat a quarter turn every few hits and use real softballs, not batting cage balls. You can also skip the work with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bat-break-in-service\"\u003ebat break-in service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this bat in cold weather?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost composite bat manufacturers recommend against use in temperatures below roughly 60°F, since cold makes composite fibers more prone to cracking. Cold-weather damage may not be covered by warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I register the warranty on my Horror Shop bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe registration card is attached to the bat. You must register within 30 days of purchase to activate the 180-day warranty. 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