Louisville Slugger TPS Z-2000 End Load ASA Slow Pitch Softball Bat: SB13ZAE
Features
12 Inch Barrel Length
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
7/8 Inch Standard Handle
Approved for Play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF
End Loaded Swing Weight
Free Shipping!
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
iST Technology For a Solid Two-Piece Feel
LS-2X Composite
SWING 1 inner Disc (S1iD) Technology For Maximum Allowable Performance
Synthetic Grip
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 5 Customer Reviews
Nick
Pros: I swung this fresh out of the wrapper in a fall ball game in about 45 degree weather. Bat is unreal, we took the wrapper off in the dug out and our lead off hitter lead off with a homer. The end load really shows, little guys hitting monster line drives. Has an awesome look to it and a unique sound off the bat. Everyone wants one and there's a reason.
Cons: None.
Steven
Pros: The last time I played ball I hit this bat. I hit the longest home run of my life the first time I swung it. My second at bat, I hit a pop up for a home run.
Cons: I read the factory grip is not so great. I wouldn't know because the owner of the bat I used replaced the factory grip before using it. If that tells you anything.
big cheif
Pros: the hottest bat out of the wrapper i have ever hit with out of 33 years of playing softball.
Cons: none yet
D2'sDad
Pros: I just got it and I love it. I been swinging worth bats and this a great bat that worth doesn't make.
Cons: None
Underdogs
Pros: Great bat right out of the box. Love it. 7 out of the 10 guys on the team now use the bat.
Cons:
Questions and Answers
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What is the difference between Z-1000 and Z-2000? hilosoftballtom
Can I get this bat in a 26 oz. version? joe
What is the difference between the SB13ZAE and the SB13ZE bats? jd
Is the end loaded the only model made? Is there a model that is not end loaded? Joe DePierro
Whats the difference between a SB13ZAE to a SB13ZAB? Bruce
I have to ask what is the difference in the performance between the SB13ZAE and the SB13ZE, or are they exactly the same with different stamps? Trey
Are there any temperature restrictions on this graphite fiber blend? deuce
If I am used to a 34" 28 oz. bat and now want a TPS Z-2000 end loaded, should I go with a 34" 27 oz.? Bob K
Any cons on this bat? johnny boy
The description says, "The Z-2000 is approved for play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF.". But there seem to be two models. One for ASA and one for USSSA. Can I get one bat that is both ASA and USSSA approved?? What other associations is the ASA bat approved for? Adam
Which bat out of the End Load and Balanced is the better performing bat? Tom
Does it hit well with a big softball, like a fastpitch ball? Can I play with this bat for High School fastpitch? B
Whenever I see this bat in person it has the new ASA Stamp on it, yet when I ordered online, I received one with the old ASA stamp. What's going on? tario
Does your current stock of this bat have the current and latest ASA stamp? I would like to purchase one but I don't want to have to return it because it does not have the latest stamp. The league that I play in is a stickler on this. JoePk
Will this bat, with a 2004 ASA stamp, be allowed for play in 2014? Ed
I understand that the latest ASA stamp has ASA 2012. Will you be getting the Z-2000 with this stamp on it. JoePk
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 | ASA |
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Bat Type | Softball |
Deals | Bundle and Save |
Material | Composite |
Softball Bats | Slow Pitch |
Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
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