{"product_id":"2026-worth-bedlam-black-xl-2-piece-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6bdbkl","title":"2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL 2-Piece USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat - WSU6BDBKL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sis-pdp sis-wsu6bdbkl\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl{max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl h2{margin:1.75em 0 .5em;font-size:1.5em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl h3{margin:1.4em 0 .4em;font-size:1.2em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl h4{margin:1em 0 .3em;font-size:1em;line-height:1.3}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl p{margin:0 0 1em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl ul{margin:0 0 1em;padding-left:1.3em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl li{margin:0 0 .4em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl a{text-decoration:underline}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl .sis-table-wrap{overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 1.5em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:480px}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl th,.sis-wsu6bdbkl td{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);padding:.6em .8em;text-align:left;font-size:.95em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl th{font-weight:700}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl details{border:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.15);border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 .6em;padding:.2em .9em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:.7em 1.6em .7em 0;position:relative;list-style:none}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl summary::after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:0;top:.6em;font-size:1.2em;line-height:1}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl details[open] summary::after{content:\"\\2212\"}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl details p{margin:.2em 0 .8em}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl .sis-badges{list-style:none;padding-left:0}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl .sis-badges li{padding-left:1.6em;position:relative}\n.sis-wsu6bdbkl .sis-badges li::before{content:\"\\2713\";position:absolute;left:0;font-weight:700}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA — Big Barrel, Balanced Flex\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL 2-Piece USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat (WSU6BDBKL)\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs Worth’s flex-engineered \u003cstrong\u003eX868 barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e with an extended \u003cstrong\u003e13.5-inch barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the longest available in slowpitch softball — and a smooth \u003cstrong\u003eR-FLEX handle\u003c\/strong\u003e for players who want a bigger sweet spot without a stiff, all-or-nothing feel. A moderate \u003cstrong\u003eXL .5oz end-load\u003c\/strong\u003e adds real pop through the zone while staying controllable on off-center contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt as part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/2026-worth-slowpitch-bats\"\u003e2026 Worth Bedlam lineup\u003c\/a\u003e, the Bedlam Black XL is designed for hitters who want more forgiveness than a stiff power bat offers, without giving up bat speed. The 13.5″ X868 composite barrel flexes further at contact, spreading the sweet spot across more of the barrel surface, while the Regular Flex (R-FLEX) handle dampens vibration and keeps energy transfer smooth on mis-hits. Combined with the XL .5oz end-load, the WSU6BDBKL is a two-piece composite bat built for consistent, repeatable contact in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA slowpitch\u003c\/a\u003e play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Bedlam Black XL ships backed by a manufacturer 1-year warranty and Smash It Sports’ own support team — see the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/worth\"\u003eWorth bat collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare it against other 2026 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eX868 Barrel: A 13.5″ Sweet Spot Built to Flex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X868 barrel construction allows more flex across the composite wall at the moment of contact, which extends the sweet spot and helps preserve exit speed even when contact isn’t perfectly centered. At 13.5 inches, this is one of the longest barrels offered in slowpitch softball, giving hitters more usable barrel length to work with on every swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eR-FLEX Handle: Regular Flex for Repeatable Swings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere Worth’s S-FLEX (Stiff Flex) handles are built for the fastest, most aggressive swingers, the \u003cstrong\u003eR-FLEX (Regular Flex)\u003c\/strong\u003e handle on the Black XL sits in the middle of the spectrum — flexible enough to reduce sting and vibration on mis-hits, stiff enough to keep energy transfer efficient. 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 handle flex and end-load to your swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eXL .5oz End-Load: Power Without the Penalty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL .5oz end-load sits below Worth’s heavier XXL 1oz option, adding meaningful head weight and momentum through the hitting zone without pushing the swing weight into \"feel-heavy\" territory. It’s the same end-load spec used across most of the 2026 Bedlam XL family, giving hitters a consistent power profile across barrel and handle options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable in 25, 26 \u0026amp; 27 oz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bedlam Black XL 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\u003eUSSSA, ISA \u0026amp; NSA Approved\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WSU6BDBKL is approved for play in \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA, ISA, and NSA\u003c\/strong\u003e slowpitch leagues. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the Bedlam Black XL Fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest for:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHitters who want a bigger barrel and larger sweet spot over an extreme end-load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who found stiff (S-FLEX) handles too harsh on mis-hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSSSA\/ISA\/NSA league players wanting a two-piece composite feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConsider a different model if:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want maximum end-load — look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xxl-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6jrb12x\"\u003eBedlam XXL USSSA\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou swing fast and prefer a stiffer handle — see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xl-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6jrbedl\"\u003eBedlam XL USSSA (S-FLEX)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou play USA\/ASA instead of USSSA — see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xl-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsa6jrbedl\"\u003eBedlam XL USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2026 Worth Bedlam Lineup — How the Black XL 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\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd-Load\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\u003eBedlam Black XL\u003c\/strong\u003e (this bat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX868\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-FLEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL .5oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA\/ISA\/NSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xl-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6jrbedl\"\u003eBedlam XL USSSA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX868\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS-FLEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL .5oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27\/28oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA\/ISA\/NSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xxl-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsu6jrb12x\"\u003eBedlam XXL USSSA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX868\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS-FLEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXXL 1oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA\/ISA\/NSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xl-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsa6jrbedl\"\u003eBedlam XL USA\/ASA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-FLEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL .5oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\/26\/27oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\/ASA\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\/worth-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eWorth slowpitch bat lineup\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.\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\u003eWSU6BDBKL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Piece Composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Technology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX868 Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-FLEX (Regular Flex)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd-Load\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL .5oz End-Load\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\u003eUSSSA \/ ISA \/ NSA Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Year Manufacturer Warranty\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 WSU6BDBKL 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 flex — \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\u003eWarranty help 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 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat leagues is the Worth Bedlam Black XL (WSU6BDBKL) approved for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA (WSU6BDBKL) is approved for \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA, ISA, and NSA\u003c\/strong\u003e slowpitch 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 the X868 barrel do for performance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X868 barrel allows greater flex across the composite barrel wall at contact, which extends the effective sweet spot across the 13.5-inch barrel and helps maintain exit speed on contact that isn’t perfectly centered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the R-FLEX handle, and who is it for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR-FLEX (Regular Flex) is Worth’s mid-range handle stiffness — more forgiving than the stiff S-FLEX handle used on the Bedlam XL USSSA (S-FLEX), while still transferring energy efficiently. It suits hitters who want reduced sting on mis-hits without sacrificing power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow heavy is the XL .5oz end-load, and is it right for me?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XL .5oz end-load sits below the heavier XXL 1oz option, adding useful head weight and momentum without making the bat feel overly head-heavy. It’s a good middle-ground choice for hitters who want power but still need bat control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat weights does the Bedlam Black XL come in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA 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\u003eHow is the Bedlam Black XL different from the Bedlam XL USSSA (WSU6JRBEDL)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth use the X868 barrel and the same XL .5oz end-load, but the Black XL has a longer 13.5″ barrel and the smoother R-FLEX handle, while the Bedlam XL USSSA has a 12.5″ barrel and a stiffer S-FLEX handle built for faster swing speeds (and adds a 28oz weight option).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs there a USA\/ASA version of this bat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-worth-bedlam-xl-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-wsa6jrbedl\"\u003eBedlam XL USA\/ASA (WSA6JRBEDL)\u003c\/a\u003e shares the same 13.5″ barrel length, R-FLEX handle, and XL .5oz end-load, but uses Inner Core barrel technology and carries USA\/ASA certification instead of USSSA\/ISA\/NSA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Worth Bedlam Black XL include a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA includes a \u003cstrong\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against defects. 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It's a good middle-ground choice for hitters who want power but still need bat control.\" } },\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What weights does the Bedlam Black XL come in?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 2026 Worth Bedlam Black XL USSSA is available in 25 oz, 26 oz, and 27 oz.\" } },\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is the Bedlam Black XL different from the Bedlam XL USSSA (WSU6JRBEDL)?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both use the X868 barrel and the same XL .5oz end-load, but the Black XL has a longer 13.5-inch barrel and the smoother R-FLEX handle, while the Bedlam XL USSSA has a 12.5-inch barrel and a stiffer S-FLEX handle built for faster swing speeds, and adds a 28oz weight option.\" } },\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is there a USA\/ASA version of this bat?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. The Bedlam XL USA\/ASA (WSA6JRBEDL) shares the same 13.5-inch barrel length, R-FLEX handle, and XL .5oz end-load, but uses Inner Core barrel technology and carries USA\/ASA certification instead of USSSA\/ISA\/NSA.\" } },\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does the Worth Bedlam Black XL include a warranty?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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