2026 Marucci Gridlock Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat - MSPGLCB2LU

Lock in. Let it rip. Built with a high-response two-piece composite barrel and tuned stiffness throughout the bat, the Gridlock USSSA Slowpitch Bat delivers explosive energy transfer, elite exit velocity, and a firm feel at contact. It's a loaded bat that rewards committed swings with lasting performance. 2026 Marucci Gridlock Cobalt Blue 13" USSSA Slowpitch Bat The Gridlock Cobalt Blue is a two-piece composite USSSA slowpitch bat with a 13" barrel built for power hitters who want a firm, lively response at contact. Modulated Stiffness Technology (MST) fine-tunes the flex between handle and barrel for elite energy return without giving up durability. Specifications Two-Piece Composite Construction An advanced assembly that blends feel, flex, and pop in one dangerous package. Loaded Swing Weight A slightly end-loaded feel that suits a wide range of hitters looking for extra pop through the zone. Barrel Diameter 2 1/4" Barrel Length 13" Construction Two-Piece Composite Swing Weight Loaded Handle High Flex Certifications USSSA, NSA, ISA Warranty One year Model Number MSPGLCB2LU Grip weight and manufacturing tolerance may cause slight deviation from the listed weight. X2A Barrel Technology & Modulated Stiffness (MST) X2A Barrel Technology is a two-piece composite construction engineered for maximum stiffness, elite energy return, and a firm, explosive feel at contact. Modulated Stiffness Technology (MST) connects the barrel and handle in a way that fine-tunes how the bat flexes, balancing flex and stiffness for better energy transfer, control, and feel at every point of contact. Technical Features • High-Response Composite Layup — Barrel wall engineered for maximum stiffness and a lively, direct feel at contact, built to transfer energy efficiently and return it fast. • Two-Piece Composite Design — Handle and barrel joined at a precision-engineered connection point that isolates vibration while maintaining the stiffness profile of the barrel independently. • Optimized Stiff-Wall Architecture — Barrel wall engineered for maximum response through the sweet spot, with controlled flex zones near the taper and endcap to maintain structural durability. • Unified Composite Matrix — Barrel construction eliminates weak points through consistent fiber orientation and resin saturation across the full barrel wall. Player Benefits • Firm, Explosive Contact Feel — Stiff, lively barrel construction delivers a direct, responsive feel that power hitters who prefer maximum energy return will notice immediately. • Vibration Isolation — Two-piece design decouples handle and barrel, reducing sting on mishits while preserving the stiff barrel feel through the sweet spot. • Elite Exit Velocity Potential — High-response layup minimizes energy loss at contact, channeling swing force efficiently into the ball. • Expanded Sweet Spot — Layered fiber architecture widens the high-performance zone across the barrel surface. • Long-Lasting Pop — Advanced fiber and resin systems maintain barrel integrity over extended use without performance drop-off. Shop the Full 2026 Marucci Gridlock Lineup The Gridlock Cobalt Blue is one of four bats in Marucci's 2026 Gridlock slowpitch lineup. Explore the rest of the family and find the barrel feel that matches your swing: • Gridlock Red 12.75" 1pc Loaded (USSSA) — traditional one-piece feel • Gridlock Sublime Lime 12.75" 2pc BH Loaded (SSUSA) — the softest feel in the lineup • Gridlock Grabber Blue 12.75" 1pc Loaded (USA/ASA) — DisRupt Dual Chamber Barrel Shop the full Marucci Slowpitch Bats collection, browse all USSSA Slowpitch Bats, or round out your bag with slowpitch batting gloves and a bat knob grip. Gridlock USSSA Slowpitch Bat FAQs Is the Gridlock Cobalt Blue 13" USSSA certified for league play? Yes. This bat is certified for USSSA, NSA, and ISA play, so it's approved for the vast majority of USSSA-sanctioned slowpitch leagues and tournaments. How does this bat feel different from the Gridlock Red? The Cobalt Blue's X2A barrel is engineered for maximum stiffness and a firm, explosive feel, while the one-piece Gridlock Red uses a high-flex X1B barrel for a softer, more forgiving response. Both share the same loaded swing weight but deliver very different feels at contact. Why is the barrel 13" instead of 12.75"? The longer 13" barrel extends the high-response hitting surface further up the bat, working with the stiff-wall architecture to maximize energy transfer and exit velocity across a wider zone. Does the bat require a break-in period? The X2A composite construction is engineered for consistent stiffness and performance from the start, though like most composite barrels, exit velocity can continue to improve slightly with regular use. Does this bat come with a warranty? Yes, the Gridlock Cobalt Blue USSSA slowpitch bat includes a one-year manufacturer's warranty.