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Questions and Answers for 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League
How does this bat compare to the Easton 2012 S3?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League is going to have a much stiffer swing than the Easton S3.
What are the major differences between the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL and the 2014 DeMarini Voodoo DXVDR Senior League bats?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League is a balanced bat with a -10 length to weight ratio and a 2 3/4" barrel diamter, while the 2014 DeMarini Voodoo: DXVDR Senior League is an end loaded bat in a -9 with a 2 5/8" barrel. Both are two-piece hybrid designs, with an alloy barrel and composite handle.
How does the Louisville Slugger Vertex compare to the Marucci Elite? Which is more balanced? Which has a lighter swing weight? Which has a larger sweet spot?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat would be a great selection. Out of all customer reviews it has an 85% 5-Star rating. The Marucci Elite Senior League bat actually has better reviews from more customers. It has a 94% 5-Star rating. It will be slightly more balanced. The sweet spots will be similar.
My son hit with the -10 31-21 Omaha last season. This year his hitting coach has him swinging a -5 32-27. In games with faster pitching he is hitting everything to the right side. He is about 5' 115#. Would this be a good bat for him?
Generally, it is not recommended a player move down in bat weight. This is because as the player gets older (Middle School and High School age), he'll have to start using a much heavier bat than a -10. However, if he had below average swing speed and below average bat control with a -5, then it may be a good idea to move down in bat weight. Based on his size and previous bats, a 32" 22 oz. model of the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL would be the best choice.
What is the minimum temperature the bat should be used in. Should this bat not be used in 60 and below temps?
We suggest that you don't use the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League in temperatures under 60 degrees. The ball will become dense and heavier and that is what can break it the bat.
Is there a difference between the balance of the Vertex and the Rawlings 5150?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League and the 2013 Rawlings 5150 Alloy: SLR234 are both balanced.
I am looking for a great bat that my son can use in little league and travel ball. He is a strong hitter and I have concerns buying a composite bat since I have never bought one before. He had used the Omaha Balanced last year and we were pleased, but we're looking for something with more pop. Thanks.
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat is a great choice. This bat will feel very balanced. This bat is two-piece in design and will limit the amount of vibration that will reach the hitter's hands. It will also add to the hitter's swing velocity. This bat will have a lot of serious pop.
My son is a AAA player who has good bat speed. He is getting hitting lessons and the coach has him using a 30" / 20.5 oz. Youth Big Barrel 2 3/4". I want a very good bat for him. What do you recommend? He has excellent bat speed and the coach says he has "great hands". I'm not a coach so I need some help.
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League is a great option. It is a very high performing bat. I would also recommend the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Attack XL Senior League.
Does the 2012 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex have the USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp on it making it legal to use in USSSA?
The 2012 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex and the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL have new USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp.
My 9 year old son, is mostly a contact hitter with occasional gap power. He hit a 27" 17 oz. Worth Prodigy last year. Got an Easton S1 29" 19 oz. this year based on Bat Coach size recommendation, but it seems too big for him. So we may try it next year. Would a 28" 18 oz. Louisville Slugger Vertex be a good choice to try now, or would you recommend something different?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex: Senior League would be a great fit for you son. This bat has a stiff handle which is for maximum barrel flex which will add bat speed and power.
Will they make this bat in a -3?
They have yet to make the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: Senior League in the BBCOR model. We do have the 2012 model, and it is the same bat. The only difference is the graphics.
In general, what is a better bat? Full composites, half/half or alloy?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League is going to perform very similar to other allow and composite bats. Player preference is going to be a big factor in choosing between these bats.
Will my son's 2012 Vertex lose it's pop? He played 11U travel last spring and summer. Then he played in a fallball league and practices indoors twice a week all winter. Will his Vertex lose it's pop for the 2013 (12U) season? He used a 31" length, which should be a good length for this season too. Does he need to get the new 2013 Vertex? Thank you.
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League is a solid bat with good pop. All bats will perform at a high level initially, but as they are used more their performance will eventually decline. There is no set amount of hits or swings that determine when a bats performance will taper off. You will need to evaluate how the bat is performing to make the decision on when to replace it.
My son used the white Worth Prodigy from you guys last year. Trying to decide this year between the black & green Worth, which gets bad reviews & the Vertex which gets great reviews. Performance difference ?
It's always recommend that a player stick with the same type of bat they have used in the past with the most success. In doing so, the player is much, much more likely to have continued success at the plate. Neither is proven to outperform the other.
Difference between 2012 and 2013?
The material used in the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League and the 2012 Vertex is the same.
My 10 year old wants this bat. Is it too heavy for him?
In general, the Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat would be a good choice for a ten year old.
Play baseball in Michigan. Is there a minimum temperature this bat can be used at? How much of it is composite?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL has an alloy barrel and composite handle. It's recommended you limit how much it is used when it's below 55 degrees.
does this have a bigger barrel than the exogrid 3?
Yes. The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL has a 2 3/4" barrel, and the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX EXOGRID 3: SL13EX has a 2 5/8" barrel. So, the Vertex has a slightly larger barrel.
Would this bat be good for a 12 year old with power?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat would be a good bat for a 12 year old hitter with power. This bat has a stiff composite handle and an alloy barrel. It will be hot right out of the wrapper.
What is barrel flex?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat will be a Two-Piece design. It will feature an LS-2X Composite Handle and an AC21 Scandium Alloy Barrel. With this bat being Two-Pieces as the player swings through the zone the bat will actually flex. This will help with improving the players bat speed. The handle of the Vertex is actually stiffer than the EXOGRID which allows more barrel flex, resulting in maximum trampoline effect and, ultimately, greater performance.
what is the difference between 2013 vertex and 2013 omaha? would this bat require a break in period? and would it be good for a contact hitter?
The Vertex has a composite handle with an alloy barrel. The Omaha is all allooy. Neither will require a break-in period since they have alloy hitting surfaces. Both are good bats for any type of hitter, not just contact hitters.
How does this compare to the new exo?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL is a hybrid bat with an alloy barrel and composite handle that has a -10 length to weight ratio. The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX EXOGRID 3: SL13EX is a one-piece alloy bat with composite inserts in the handle that has a -9 length to weight ratio.
Is the 2013 Vertex the same as the previous Slugger H2?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League replaced the Louisville Slugger H2.
Kyle said in the video that this bat is a 9 drop but you have it listed as a 10. Which is it?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL is a -10. We will correct the video.
Is this bat legal for play in Wausau, WI?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senor League bat will have all appropriate stamps and markings on it. It is approved for Little League play. I would suggest checking with a Coach or League Official in your area before purchasing.
We play a number of games in 40 and 50 degree weather...is there any concern of breakage or less pop that occurs with composites bats as compared to the alloys?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL has an alloy barrel so there won't be issues with the cold weather. The composite barrel bats should not be used in 40 degree weather.
Would you recommend this bat, or the Omaha Balanced XL for a line drive hitter?
Both the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL and the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha XL are going to be balanced bats which is important for a line drive hitter, although the two-piece design of the 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL is going to work for a line drive hitter a little better.
How does this bat compare to last years model?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex, and the 2012 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex are almost identical. Aside from the cosmetic change and the new USSSA 1.15 BPF Stamp they both are manufactured with the same materials.
Is this bat balanced or end-loaded?
The 2013 Louisville Slugger TPX Vertex XL: SL13VXL Senior League bat will be a Two-Piece Hybrid design. It will feature the LS-2X Composite Handle and the AC21 Scandium Alloy Barrel. This Big Barrel bat will have a Balanced Feel.
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