{"product_id":"2026-marucci-gridlock-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspglcb2lu","title":"2026 Marucci Gridlock Loaded USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat - MSPGLCB2LU","description":"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.\n\n2026 Marucci Gridlock Cobalt Blue 13\" USSSA Slowpitch Bat\n\nThe 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.\n\nSpecifications\n\nTwo-Piece Composite Construction\n\nAn advanced assembly that blends feel, flex, and pop in one dangerous package.\n\nLoaded Swing Weight\n\nA slightly end-loaded feel that suits a wide range of hitters looking for extra pop through the zone.\n\nBarrel Diameter\n2 1\/4\"\n\nBarrel Length\n13\"\n\nConstruction\nTwo-Piece Composite\n\nSwing Weight\nLoaded\n\nHandle\nHigh Flex\n\nCertifications\nUSSSA, NSA, ISA\n\nWarranty\nOne year\n\nModel Number\nMSPGLCB2LU\n\nGrip weight and manufacturing tolerance may cause slight deviation from the listed weight.\n\nX2A Barrel Technology \u0026amp; Modulated Stiffness (MST)\n\nX2A 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.\n\nTechnical Features\n\n•\nHigh-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.\n\n•\nTwo-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.\n\n•\nOptimized 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.\n\n•\nUnified Composite Matrix — Barrel construction eliminates weak points through consistent fiber orientation and resin saturation across the full barrel wall.\n\nPlayer Benefits\n\n•\nFirm, Explosive Contact Feel — Stiff, lively barrel construction delivers a direct, responsive feel that power hitters who prefer maximum energy return will notice immediately.\n\n•\nVibration Isolation — Two-piece design decouples handle and barrel, reducing sting on mishits while preserving the stiff barrel feel through the sweet spot.\n\n•\nElite Exit Velocity Potential — High-response layup minimizes energy loss at contact, channeling swing force efficiently into the ball.\n\n•\nExpanded Sweet Spot — Layered fiber architecture widens the high-performance zone across the barrel surface.\n\n•\nLong-Lasting Pop — Advanced fiber and resin systems maintain barrel integrity over extended use without performance drop-off.\n\nShop the Full 2026 Marucci Gridlock Lineup\n\nThe 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:\n\n•\nGridlock Red 12.75\" 1pc Loaded (USSSA) — traditional one-piece feel\n\n•\nGridlock Sublime Lime 12.75\" 2pc BH Loaded (SSUSA) — the softest feel in the lineup\n\n•\nGridlock Grabber Blue 12.75\" 1pc Loaded (USA\/ASA) — DisRupt Dual Chamber Barrel\n\nShop 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.\n\nGridlock USSSA Slowpitch Bat FAQs\n\nIs the Gridlock Cobalt Blue 13\" USSSA certified for league play?\n\nYes. 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.\n\nHow does this bat feel different from the Gridlock Red?\n\nThe 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.\n\nWhy is the barrel 13\" instead of 12.75\"?\n\nThe 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.\n\nDoes the bat require a break-in period?\n\nThe 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.\n\nDoes this bat come with a warranty?\n\nYes, the Gridlock Cobalt Blue USSSA slowpitch bat includes a one-year manufacturer's warranty.","brand":"Sports Performance Park","offers":[{"title":"25.5oz","offer_id":58562149089654,"sku":"MSPGLCB2LU-25.5","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/6640\/0374\/files\/2026MarucciGridlockLoadedUSSSASlowpitchSoftballBat-MSPGLCB2LU1.jpg?v=1787962988","url":"https:\/\/sportsperformancepark.shop\/products\/2026-marucci-gridlock-loaded-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspglcb2lu","provider":"Sports Performance Park","version":"1.0","type":"link"}