Easton Tantrum Balanced

The flexible two-piece version of the USSSA Tantrum Balanced offers the same forgiving 13" barrel as its stiff one-piece counterpart but with a dramatically different feel at the plate. The flexible connection creates a whippy, lively launch that's easier on the hands and adds swing acceleration — contact feels softer and the barrel seems to do more of the work. This is the better fit for hitters who prefer an active handle, carry soreness in their hands from long weekends, or find stiff one-piece designs too demanding on mishits. The sweet spot is genuinely wide — one of the most forgiving in the Tantrum family — which gives timing mistakes somewhere to go. Balanced weighting keeps the swing quick and neutral. Cold weather affects this one more than the one-piece version, so be mindful in early spring. Break-in is moderate; the flexible construction takes time to fully open, but patience is rewarded. Once the barrel settles in, the combination of forgiveness, whippy feel, and consistent performance makes it one of the more comfortable everyday USSSA bats available.