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Features
-12 Length to Weight Ratio
2 3/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
7/8 Inch Tapered Handle
Features New USSSA 1.15 BPF Stamp
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Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Louisville Slugger End Cap
One-Piece C1C Composite Construction
Synthetic Grip
Ultra-Lightweight Design
Description
Louisville Slugger has a rich tradition of quality dating back to 1884. Since their beginning, Louisville Slugger has focused on improving their bats year in and year out in order to help make players the best they can be. One last year's hottest new designs was the TPX Catalyst, and it's ready to jump start players' games again this season! Made from C1C Composite and featuring winged graphics, the one-piece Catalyst is designed to send the ball flying! The C1C Composite is precisely layered with toughened epoxy resin to make it not only high performing, but insanely durable for a mid-level priced bat! The thing that really makes the Catalyst stand out though is the -12 length to weight ratio! This unique design makes the Catalyst one of the lightest senior league bats to EVER hit the market! The Catalyst is topped off with the patented Louisville Slugger End Cap that dampens vibration and traps that energy in the barrel to create explosive bat to ball contact! With a 7/8 inch tapered handle and a synthetic leather grip, the Catalyst will feel amazing in your hands as you prepare to hit your next homer! Louisville Slugger: Be the Best, or Swing the Rest! The Catalyst features the new USSSA 1.15 BPF Stamp and is approved for play! It is backed by a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping!
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Have a question about the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL13CXL? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
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What do you know about the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst SL81C (2-3/4)? larry
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL uses top of the line composite material for great performance and has great balance.
Kara
Will there be a 31/19 size in this bat? Koennel
We have more 31" 19 oz. 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bats on order, but we do not have an ETA at this time. It will be at least another 1-2 weeks.
Tyler
How do I decide between the SL13CXL and SL13C? Is it just that the XL has a bigger barrel? DaveT
Yes correct. The SL13CXL has a 2 3/4" barrel whereas the SL13C has a 2 5/8" barrel. Choosing between the two is going to be your preference.
Kris
My son is nine and plays on a tournament team. He is 100 lbs. and about 4' 5". Is this a good bat for him? Scott
As a lightweight, one-piece, composite design, this would be a great bat for a nine year old to use. Using Bat Coach on our website, it is recommended he use a 30" 18 oz. 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bat.
Doug F.
What bat would be better for a 9 year old? This bat or the Louisville TPX 1000 Senior league? Mark
Both bats would actually be perfect for a 9 year old ball player. I have heard better things from customers about the SL13CXL than I have the Louisville Slugger Z-1000.
Noah
What is the break-in required for this bat? Steve
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League will require a break-in period of 100 to 200 soft toss swings rotating the barrel a quarter of an inch about every 10 swings.
Noah
How is this bat weighted? End-weighted or is it pretty balanced? Compared to say a Marucci or Worth Prodigy. Brad
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bat is a balanced model. Marucci Senior League bats and the Worth Prodigy Senior League are balanced as well.
Frank
Do you not have any 31" 19 oz. Catalyst bats at this time? ez
We are out of stock in the 31" 19 oz. 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bats. Since this is a discontinued bat, we will not be receiving any more in stock.
Marcus
Does this bat come in a 2 5/8" barrel? ez
Yes, the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst: SL13C Senior League is the same model in a 2 5/8" barrel.
Frank
What is the difference between the SL13CXL and the SL13C? ez
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bat will have a bigger barrel diameter of 2 3/4". The SL13C will have a smaller barrel diameter at 2 5/8". Other than that, they are the same bat.
Brandon
I'm deciding between the 2013 Louisville slugger TPX Catalyst XL (30/18) and the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha XL (29/19) for my son who is almost 9 and is 4'9" and weighs 105 lbs. He grew out of his 2011 TPX Omaha (27/17) that he loved and hit well with. Any suggestions? Should I be concerned about the durability of the catalyst at -12? Thank you. Roddy
Based on his height and weight, we recommend a 30" model in the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bat. If he was successful with the Omaha, I would recommend just moving up in size. Here is a link for further comparison between the two bats http://www.justbats.com/compare/
Aubrey
Are there any advantages over this bat and the Catalyst 2 5/8" barrel aside from the larger barrel? B
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League and the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst: SL13C are exactly the same bat except for the barrel size. There are no advantages other than a larger barrel in the SL13CXL.
Frank
My 11 year old son is on a traveling team where big barrel bats are common. I am going to purchase either the TPX Catalyst 2 5/8, or the 2 3/4. Other than barrel size what are the advantages and/or disadvantages of the 2 3/4? Nellie
A bat with a 2 3/4" barrel like the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL will offer a larger hitting surface, giving the player more "room for mistake."
Tyler
Do they make a 32" 19 oz. model of the SL13CXL? bill
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League has a -12 length to weight ratio. The largest size that is produced in this bat is the 31" 19 oz. model.
Mac
My son will be 10 in September of 2013 and he is small for his age. He plays on a USSSA 10 U team. He had a little trouble with power and bat speed. What size of this bat would you suggest? He weighs about 56 lbs. ddelsan
Based on his age, we recommend a 29" model in the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League bat. For further information on sizing, please visit our Bat Coach at http://www.justbats.com/bat-coach/
Aubrey
What is the best -12 Youth Big Barrel Senior League baseball bat as far as pop and durability? Coach Lonnie
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League is the most popular and is very durable and will have excellent pop.
Chad M.
My son is 12 yrs old weighs 73 lbs and is 57" tall, which size would fit him the best? breid21
Based on his height and weight we recommend a 30" 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League.
Kara
I am looking for a good USSSA 9U bat for my 8 yr. old who is 52" tall and weighs about 55 lbs. and that's legal for most tourney play. I was wondering if this would work? Thanks. Beav
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League would be a great option for your son. It is a nicely balanced bat with great pop.
Kara
My son is 7, about 55lbs, and about to go into pitching machine. Would this bat be good for him, or what bat do you suggest? joe
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL Senior League would be a great option, but since he is still so young you can also go with something like the 2013 Easton S1 Baseball Bat: JBB13S1 Junior Big Barrel.
Noah
Looking for this bat in the 2 5/8 barrel, is it still available? Bob
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst: SL13C Senior League was the 2 5/8" model and was a closeout model. Unfortunately we no longer have it in stock.
Damon
I need a Youth Big Barrel bat 27" and 15 oz or less, alloy. What do you suggest? Meryl
Alloy, youth big barrel bats are not manufactured in a -12. The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL: SL13CXL, 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst: SL13C and the 2014 COMBAT Portent: PORSL112 are the only three -12 youth big barrel bats available.
Kara
Is this a good bat for machine pitch? Lefty
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL (SL13CXL) would be a great option for machine pitch. The Catalyst is very high performing.
Kara
my son is 4'4" about 60 lbs would the 27 or 28 inch suit him better? would the 27 inch be better because its lighter and he can generate more bat speed Coach
Based on your sons height and weight, the suggested bat length we recommend is 28 inches. However, if you were wanting a lighter option and can still achieve the plate coverage you would like with a 27 inch bat, that size would also be in the range appropriate for your son's size.
Patrick
My son has just turned ten years old very strong for his age. He is 4'11" and weighs 101 lbs. He wants 2 3/4" barrel bat. What size would you recommend, 29" 17 oz.? He plays AAU and needs bat speed as well. Bill
The Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL (SL13CXL) is a very balanced, one-piece composite bat. It is a great choice for a player that needs to increase their bat speed. Based on his height and weight we recommend a 30" 18 oz. bat.
Kara
I have twin 8 year old boys. One is 4'5" and weighs 78 lbs. The other is smaller at 4'2 3/4" and weighs 68 lbs. They just made their travel team, but need every advantage possible. I noticed the team's best hitter uses a bigger barrel bat. Right now we use 2 1/4". What do you recommend for each boy? Mom who loves her boys
Based on their height and weight we recommend 29" and 28" bats fro your sons. The balanced, lightweight design of the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL (SL13CXL) is ideal for younger players.
Kara
My son is 4' 7", weighs 90 lbs, and is just about to turn 9. I'm thinking about getting him a big barrel bat. He already has a 2 1/4 inch bat. What would you recommend? jason
If you're able to use a big barrel bat as well, we would recommend a 30" model. But I'm not certain what he has been using. It's tough to recommend what weight he might be most comfortable with. Currently, this Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL (SL13CXL) Senior League bat will be one of the few -12 Senior League models available. Typically, younger players use a lighter bat more efficiently. This would be a great option. But feel free to give us a call or reply to this email with a little more information on what your player has been using well.
Mac
Does this bat require a break-in? What is the best way to do that if so? Buck
Yes, the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL (SL13CXL) does require a break-in time. This is a break-in time of 150-200 swings off of a tee or with soft toss. Here is a link to a good video detailing this process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xiZ3dzChfG0
Justin R.
What kind of warranty does this bat have? If it cracks structurally, will the company replace this bat with an identical model, size and weight? I love composite bats, but sometimes you get a bad model. It's not a big deal, as long as there is hassle free replacement. Ben
Yes, you are absolutely correct.The Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat: (SL13CXL) will come with a full twelve month manufacturers warranty. Therefore, if you have any durability issues, or problems with the end cap, you would be covered. Generally, the manufacturers will be able to complete a direct replacement for the same model and size.
Merritt
I'm 10 years old and I'm starting Little League and I'm looking for a bat that has a big barrel and has good pop what do you recommend? KJ
For the age division you would be in in the Little League organization, you will not be able to use a big barrel diameter bat like the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL13CXL) . You would need the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst Youth Baseball Bat (YB13C) that has the smaller 2 1/4 barrel diameter.
Patrick
How does the Catalyst compare to the Worth Prodigy for 9U Baseball? wildcat
The Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL13CXL) is a one-piece full-composite bat featuring a light swing-weight and the C1C composite. The Worth Prodigy Legit GX4 Senior League Baseball Bat (SLPL10) is a one-piece full alloy bat featuring the GX4 alloy as well as the 30% handle taper which results in faster swing speed. The SL13CXL will require a break-in period of 100-120 swings, rotating the bat a 1/4" every twenty swings. The SLPL10 will be hot right out of the wrapper. In terms of performance, both bats will be very similar.
Joe
Could you tell me if this is a 30" 18 oz. bat for sale? Lori
The Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL13CXL) is made in a 30" 18 oz., however, we only have a 31" 19 oz. left in stock.
Liz
How much is it? Random
Unfortunately the Louisville Slugger TPX Catalyst XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL13CXL is no longer made.
Cameron
About the Brand
In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Baden-Baden, Germany to the United States. Eight years before, the 1834 Book of Sports had made its debut as the nation's first publication covering baseball. But when he arrived in Baltimore, J. Frederick Hillerich would never have dreamed of the future impact his family would have on America's favorite pastime.
After a short while, the Hillerichs moved to Louisville, where J. Fred started a woodworking shop in 1856. Two of his sons, Adam and John Andrew "Bud" were born in the United States and would later join their father in his business. By 1864 "J.F. Hillerich, Job Turning" was in operation and filled orders for businesses by custom-turning everything from balusters to bedposts.
The firm thrived, and by 1875 the little woodworking shop employed about 20 people. In 1880 Bud Hillerich, who was an amateur baseball player, became an apprentice in his father's shop. Young Bud made his own baseball bats along with bats for several of his teammates.
The debate over the origins of the first bat continues to generate controversy among baseball enthusiasts, but the younger Hillerich was most certainly involved in getting his father's business involved with what would become the company's signature item. According to company legend, the first bat was turned by Bud for Pete "The Old Gladiator" Browning in 1884. Browning was a star on Louisville's professional American Association team - the Eclipse. On a spring afternoon Bud, then seventeen, witnessed Browning break his favorite bat. Bud offered to make a bat for his hero, and Browning accepted. After the young wood shop apprentice lathed a quality stick from white ash, according to the story, Browning got three hits with it in the next game.
Louisville Slugger gloves are worn by more pitchers in Major League Baseball than any other glove.
Bat Properties
| Approved For | USSSA |
|---|---|
| Barrel Diameter | 2 3/4 |
| Baseball Bats | Youth Coach Pitch |
| Bat Type | Baseball |
| Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
| Length to Weight Ratio | -12 |
| Material | Composite |
| Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
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