Louisville Slugger XENO Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPXN160
Features
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
Approved for Play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF
7/8 Inch Standard Handle
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Free Shipping!
Balanced Swing Weight
S1iD Barrel Technology - MAXIMUM Performance from SWING 1
Two-Piece Construction
Performance PLUS Composite Material
Zero Friction Double Wall Design - Maximum Barrel Flex
iST Connection Technology - Zero Vibration / Efficient Energy Transfer
-10 Length to Weight Ratio
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 28 Customer Reviews
Xeno 2014 vs Xeno 2016 plus Steve coach
Pros: Pop- I dont think it comes out of the box with as much POP as our old 2014 Xeno, but hopefully it will get hotter with more hits. It also has a different sound than the 2013 & 2014 Xeno. General Feel - The bat has a good feel to it, also has a rough texture over the barrel of the bat (Not sure of exact purpose or benefit of this) Durabulity - Brand New cant answer this one.. Graphics- It is a sharp looking bat, still new not sure how they hold up..
Cons: Thought it might be a little hotter out of the box and does not have that 2013 & 2014 Xeno Sound.. Hopefully it will get hotter with more hits.. I am also comparing it to a broken in 2014 Xeno Bat.. We like Xeno bat this is our 3rd one..( 2013, 2014, 2016 models)
Awesome Bat Jack parent
Pros: DD has has the CF5, and the Mako and I talked her into this bat and she loves it. Has had it one month and she said the other bats she had is no comparison, harder line drives and hit her 1st HR in a big tournament, she's already told me her next bat is another Xeno
Cons: Half the team wants to use it
nothing but results Jeff Faries parent
Pros: A lot of POP in this bat.
Cons: none yet
2016 Xeno Ed parent
Pros: Plenty of pop right out of the wraper. This bat replaced a 2014 Xeno (purple and black) that still has plenty of pop left. she just went to the longer bat. Cant comment on durability since its new.
Cons: None. didnt buy because of the graphics so thats not important.
weak softball dad parent
Pros: looks good, feels good but all are about the same feel. has decent pop new.
Cons: not durable. my 15 year old got it to start school ball. played 3 games and the barrel busted in halh
Happy Xeno Customer Chris (Coach) coach
Pros: Great balance and feel and awesome power!
Cons: None
replaced my old catalyst bat 46 year old woman living in a 10 year old's body player
Pros: very balanced bat. have only gotten to use it at practice but it has a lot of pop to it.
Cons: as i stated above havent gotten to use it in a game since our season doesnt start til april so i am not sure of any cons. different sound then othet bats i have owned
very well balanced bat 46 year old with 26 year old heart player
Pros: a lot of pop. havent used it in a game yet but at the cages hitting real softballs felt really good
Cons: not sure of any yet
ecummins coldspring softball player player
Pros: Great feel and great pop. other girls want one
Cons: none yet
2016 Zeno NorCal Softball Weekend Warrior player
Pros: My daughtet has swung the CF5 -7 and then a 2006 Easton Synergy which she fell in love with but Easton pulled this bat off the ASA certified bats to use list. Great sound and pop out of the box. Daughter likes it
Cons: Paint is chipping off. Going to keep an eye out for possible cracks. Fingers crossed Too early to judge duralbilty
great bat Happy Softball Dad parent
Pros: Fantastic bat, this was the first new upper end bat we've bought. My 12U player loves it. She has already hit 4 base hits, a double and a HR in 3 games. Watching her smile with this bat is worth the $$$.
Cons: Nothing at the moment
Hot Bat Yellow Jackets coach
Pros: This bat is hot from day one . Just bats is a great pkace to buy your bat because you can try it out before you buy.
Cons: none
DeMarini to Easton Synergy to The ZENO Pat parent
Pros: Daughter is a slap hitter and loves it. Although no fully broken in yet but bat has lots of pop.
Cons: Paint chipping off. Need to make a call to find out why the paint chipping.
Limited Use Bat trewte parent
Pros: When functioning has good pop.
Cons: We have a 2016 Xeno Plus -11, we use to have a 2015 Xeno -11. The 2015 Xeno -11 was returned because the end cap started coming off after about 6-7 months of use. The replacement they sent and made sure that we understood this was our 1 Bat warranty replacement was a 2016 Xeno Plus -11. Well we have used it about 8 months and the 2 piece construction sounds like it has started coming apart. You can slap it in your hand and hear a tink sound and the bat end will move a little. She plays year round with High School and Select so she puts it to use. But as of present the bat can not handle the work load. Since I have used my one bat warranty I can not get a defective product replaced. So moral of the story, Rethink your purchase of a Xeno bat product if your daughter plays year round. They can not handle the work load.
trewte
Pros: Good pop when new
Cons: We have a 2016 Xeno Plus -11, we use to have a 2015 Xeno -11. The 2015 Xeno -11 was returned because the end cap started coming off after about 6-7 months of use. The replacement they sent and made sure that we understood this was our 1 Bat warranty replacement was a 2016 Xeno Plus -11. Well we have used it about 8 months and the 2 piece construction sounds like it has started coming apart. You can slap it in your hand and hear a tink sound and the bat end will move a little. She plays year round with High School and Select so she puts it to use. But as of present the bat can not handle the work load. Since I have used my one bat warranty I can not get a defective product replaced. So moral of the story, Rethink your purchase of a Xeno bat product if your daughter plays year round. They can not handle the work load.
Homerun bat hands down Softball LOu player
Pros: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BO2CGaYQLY best homerun bat period
Cons: Last a year if you have a big power hitter. Broke a couple but used a lot
GREAT BAT!!! Softball Mom parent
Pros: My daughter has always had great success with Xeno bats. This is the third Xeno we have purchased. The first weekend she got this one, she hit two home runs and got 10 RBIs. She loves this bat!!!
Cons: I haven't found any.
Amazing Kaylee player
Pros: You can hit the ball far with little to no effort and if you're fast it will come in handy.
Cons: Everyone uses it without permission.
Broken heart and bat Robert parent
Pros: We have not had it long enough to know.
Cons: Bat broke at the joint after hitting approximately 50-75 balls. The bat was replaced by Louisville Slugger promptly but missed 2 tournaments without the bat. We just received replacement a few days ago and have hit once with it. Good pop and we will use it this weekend in a tournament.
grandfather grandparent other
Pros: granddaughter loves it.
Cons: none
1st TIME USER OF Xeno Plus Louisville Slugger 2016 Ruthie Negrete parent
Pros: Just received my daughters Xeno Plus. Ordering was easy if you know what your looking for. Shipping was fast, had no issues. She used her bat straight out of the wrapper at her game today ..... it was AMAZING! LITERALLY TURNED HEADS WITH EACH HIT! she says her hands dont shake like with other bats and shes able to grip it better with a more solid Hit and Nice POP on contact.
Cons: NONE!!!!!!
Great buy Dee parent
Pros: 1st time buyer of a Louisville Slugger Xeno bat, my daughter loves this bat. She had an excellent experience, nice pop to the bat, a few hits and a homerun playing Varsity. She made a comment that is light and easier to manage. Excellent choice for trying a different brand.
Cons: Too new to judge but I hope the paint coat maintains, I read some do chip off. I will keep my fingers crossed that it will not chip too soon.
Ongoing end cap problems Rich Carey parent
Pros: Good pop, minimal vibration, pretty colors
Cons: This 2016 bat was a warranty replacement for the black/purple 2014 model, which had the end cap separating from the barrel after eleven months of use. Yesterday, my daughter's bat was pulled prior to the start of a CIF playoff game yet again for a separating end cap, this time after only six months of use. With qualifier and tournament season approaching, we now have to find a bat that we can depend on to last.
This Bat is Perfect for power! Bob Snyder parent
Pros: My Daughter 5'9" about 150lbs and is the #4 hitter and wanted a 34" bat for outside pitches. Since she has made the switch she has hit 3 home runs, 3 triples, 4 doubles and countless singles. She loves the feel and nobody touches her bat on the team ;-)
Cons: No cons to this point. We have been using for about a month and my daughter loves. it.
Xeno Randomness player
Pros: its a great bat. I love it everybody on my team wanted to use it POP right out of the wrapper
Cons: the paint chipped and it cracked
coach/father Robert Conners coach
Pros: good pop right out of box.definitely a hot bat
Cons: not real durable,daughter had the 2014 blue and white one and this years model 2016,handle is loose from the barrel.
broken cost to much parent
Pros: good pop nice swing
Cons: it broke in half on my 13 year old granddaughter during a game only last on season and a half.
It's a great bat Amy Jo player
Pros: Harder hits, hitting more more line drives,
Cons: everyone wants to use it
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Louisville Slugger XENO Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPXN160? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
When does this bats release date? Pat
What are the differences between the 2015 and 2016 models? Mark
When can I order this bat? Suzanne
Does this bat have a stiffer design than the LXT? cara
What is the difference between the XENO and LXT fastpitch bats? PW
Does this bat have extreme pop like the 2015 Xeno? cara
Does Xeno Plus 2016 need to be broken in before game usage? softballmom
Is this bat hot right out of the wrapper? cheryl
Is this bat good for a power hitter or is the LXT more for a power hitter? ashley
Why do you all not have a 33 inch 22 ounce? cheryl
Does this bat come in a 33/24? Nell
Does the Xeno Plus or the LXT Plus have more pop? softball girl
My daughter is 5'3" and 165 lbs. What length and weight would you recommend? GU671
I am a 12 year old who plays travel softball and I have a DeMarini CF7. My CF7 is losing its pop and I am looking into Louisville Slugger. What is the difference between the 2016 Xeno Plus and the 2016 LXT Plus? diamonds21
My daughter is 14, 5'6" and weighs 106 pounds. What size should she swing? ali
Does this bat come in a -8 33" 25 oz.? Bea
What is the difference between the Xeno FPXN15 and the Xeno Plus FPXN160? Dodger88
My daughter is 5 feet 4 inches and weighs 139 pounds and is a power hitter. What size of the 2016 Xeno would you recommend? Sam
My daughter is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 139 pounds and she is a power hitter. What size of the 2016 Xeno would you recommend? Sam
What size bat do you recommend for a player age 15, 5'1" and 120ish lbs.? Bee-Bop
What size should my daughter use? She is 13 years old and 5'6" and 105lbs. jmk
My daughter is 5"4", 130 lbs, power hitter. She currently swings a Demarini CF8 34" 24oz. She used a Xeno at a National Qualifier this weekend, and beat the hide off of the ball! What size would you recommend for her? ShaysMom
What size do you think my daughter needs? She is 5'7.5" 130lbs. Neshia Rudolph
i am 12 years old about to be 13. im 5'3 and 92 lbs. what size bat should i be swinging claire
My daughter is 5 foot 6 and 145 pounds and a power hitter. What bat do you recommend? Momof3girls
If I am 5 foot 4, 130 pounds, and 16 years old, what size and weight do you recommend? charsoftball8
My daughter is 11 years old and 4'10 and 85 lbs. What size bat is best? Vic
Does this bat come in blue? Ml
My daughter is 5'6.5" to 5'7" and about 160 lbs. What size bat would you recommend? Aim
My daughter is about 5'6"-5'7" and weighs 140-145 pounds. What size bat should I get for her? sydni dummitt
Which is better for cold weather, the 2016 Xeno or LXT? pride
I just got my daughter the 2016 XENO Plus. What is the average break in time for these bats? fast pitch softball
My daughter is 5'5" and 135 lbs. What size bat should I get? Jordan
When is the 2017 XENO coming out? Tay
My daughter is 16 years old. She is 5'2" and 122 lbs. What size bat should we get? Al
My daughter is a High school senior. She is 5ft 8" and 160 lbs. She works out at our gym we own. What bat do you think she would need? jimmy
At 5' 6" and 170, what size bat is needed? Doris
I am a junior in high school. I am 5"7 and 200lbs. What length and weight is suggested? texasturnup
Do they carry the LXT plus -11 in stores? Or do I have to order it? I'm in Houston and I can only find the -10. The3girls
im 5'4 1/2 & i weight 155. what size sgould i use? i have always used at 32 but not sure if that is right. rachel
I weigh 120 pounds and I'm 5'3". I want to use a Louisville Slugger XENO. What do you suggest I use? wheels
I am in Middle School and I weigh 120 lbs and satnd 5'3". I want to use a XENO. What do you suggest I use? wheels
I'm 5'7 and 150 lbs what bat should I use.Freshman in high school and I like to use the xeno bats bullet
My daughter is 11 year old, 5'3", and 105 pounds. I'm wondering about size and if this bat or the 2016 Easton MAKO -12 would be a better fit? maddy
Would you recommend this bat over the blue and white Louisville Slugger TPS Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat: FP13X? Bixby
My daughter is 11 years old 5'1" and 105 lbs. Currently swings a 2015 Xeno 31/21. Was wonder if the 2016 Xeno Plus 32/22 would be a good size/weight for her now? Mike Mefford
Im 12 years old and weigh 95 pounds and I am 5ft 1 what size bat should I use for this bat? Marissa
My daughter is 12 years old, 5'10" and 190 lbs. She currently has a 32/21. She did some BP with a 34/24 and came around on it OK, but I'm still concerned that's a big jump. I'd like for her to be able to use this next bat for more than a year. What would you recommend? PJA
My daughter is 13 years old and currently swings a 32" 22 oz. 2014 XENO. She is 5'5" tall and weighs 175 lbs. She swings hard. What bat do you recommend? She is a huge fan of the bat she has right now. Bon
My daughter plays high school softball and is 15 yrs old 5'2 120 lbs, what size bat would be best for her? She currently has a 31" -12 that seems too small for her. Rich
I have a 5', 115 lb power hitter. There are a few XENOs on here. What's the difference on them? laura
my daughter is 14 5'5 weighs 130 swings a 2015 Demarini Insane 33-23 has a hard swing what size xeno would you suggest bluflame
My daughter is 10, weighs 70 lbs and is about 4'5". What size would you recommend? Vero95076
My daughter is 16, 5'6" and 130 lbs. She currently has the XENO Plus 31" -10. What size would you recommend now? She was looking at the 32". Cynthia
My daughter is 9 years old, weighs 92 lbs and is 4'4". Would this be a good bat for her? jazzy
Just bought the 2016 XENO Plus for my daughter and took a few hits yesterday and it seemed very hard with no "pop". Does it take time to break-in and also, what is the best approach for this? Static Dad
Do these bats have a tendency to break or crack over time? smitty
DAUGHTER PLAYS 11U TRAVEL. 2ND YEAR WEIGHS 74# AND IS 56" TALL. wHAT IS BEST SIZE BAT? Currently using 30" -12 drop Dale
Do these bats need to be broken in or are they ready to use? I've heard you need to break them in by hitting 1/2 speed and rotating but have also heard they are ready as soon as you pick it up. Nicole
My 11 year old daughter is 4'9" and weighs 90lbs. She currently has the 30/20 Xeno (2015 model). What would your recommend for her (i.e. length/weight and Xeno or LXT)? Scott
My daughter is 5'6" and about 130 lbs. What bat and size would you recommend for her? She has been a power hitter thus far and most go to the fence. Looking for that little extra to get them over. gaetheb7803
My daughter is 4'8" and 70 lbs. She is a good hitter, but doesn't always have a lot of power. What are the differences between the XENO and LXT? Which would you recommend? Michele
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 ISA NSA USSSA |
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Barrel Diameter | 2 1/4 |
Bat Type | Softball |
Color | Purple White Yellow |
Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
Length to Weight Ratio | -10 |
Material | Composite |
Series | Xeno |
Softball Bats | Fastpitch |
Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
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