Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load BBCOR Baseball Bat: BB17ZLL
Features
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2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
-2 To -3 Length To Weight Ratio
BBCOR Certified For High School Play - NOT Approved For Play in NCAA Baseball - Barrel Color Noncompliant
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
HMX (Hyperlite Matrix) Alloy Construction Provides Unbeatable Durability
HYPERSKIN Grip (Thickness: 1.2 mm)
Z-CORE Internal Core Technology Creates A Huge Sweet Spot
Thin 31/32 Inch Tapered Handle
One-Piece, Alloy Baseball Bat
LOCK & LOAD Adjustable Swing Weight Technology - Allows Batter Adjust End Weighting And Use A Bat That Is Balanced Or End Loaded
Features a Case For Bat End Weights. The Case Contents Include: Balanced Weight, XL Weight, Wrench, Screws, & Instruction Booklet
Legal For Play In Intermediate (50-70) & Junior League Divisions Of Little League
Colorway: White | Grey
Description
Never before seen and new for the season! Easton continues to bring the most expansive line of power, performance, and innovation with the BBCOR Power Brigade Series!
The newest addition, the Z-CORE LOCK & LOAD, is something that has never been done before. It is, however, constructed with the aforementioned materials of last years Z-CORE HMX but with an all new design and a new technology. The Lock and Load technology allows you to adjust Easton's swing weight according to your personal preference. This model offers three on-the-fly swing weight settings, customizing the bat to each individual player's swing. Optimize your swing and maximize your power with the Speed, Balanced, or XL setting. If you want faster swing speeds, you've got. If you want a naturally balanced design, you've got it. If you want an end loaded swing weight with more mass, no problem. On top of this revolutionary technology, the Z-CORE LOCK & LOAD delivers one of the longest aluminum barrels in the game. Within that barrel, Easton's trademarked Z-CORE internal core technology combines with the HMX (Hyperlite Matrix) alloy to deliver the biggest sweet spot and the most pop of any BBCOR barrel. Additionally, the Z-CORE LOCK & LOAD has a thin 31/32 inch tapered handle that comes wrapped with Easton's HYPERSKIN Grip for ultimate comfort and reduced vibration. Easton: Dial Up Your Power!
This Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load BBCOR Baseball Bat: BB17ZLL features a 2 5/8 inch barrel, a drop 3 length to weight ratio, and the BBCOR certification making it approved for play at the High School and Collegiate level. Additionally, Easton is backing this design with a full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty. Maximize your power potential and buy a Z-CORE Lock & Load today with free shipping right here at JustBats.com. We're here for you from Click to Hit!
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 8 Customer Reviews
Fantastic Tristan Nguyen Player
Pros: It’s amazing. It has a lot of pop and doesn’t give off any vibrations when swinging the bat.
Cons: It takes a few swings to break it in, but other than that, it’s good
Lovin da bat John Charles Henry Parent
Pros: My son is hitting better and with more confidence. Thank you
Cons: None
My son says it's the best bat EVER Amanda Floyd Parent
Pros: The exchangeable weight Lightness Gripped handle is the best I've seen Ball pops right off Increased range by at least 40 feet
Cons: None
grandson loves it Donna Hansn Other
Pros: grandson has gotten some great hits with his new bat
Cons: none
Lock and load device Kristopher Smith Coach
Pros: Has good pop
Cons: Don’t like the weights giggling on end of bat. My son took it off because sounded like something was loose in the bat.
Fall Ball William Burke Jr Coach
Pros: Great pop wright out of the box.
Cons: None
parent Pat McCormack parent
Pros: Seems to be a solid performing bat, bought for my son at the end of JV high school baseball. Multiple players tried it and had some solid hits. Babe Ruth is just starting for us, so will get to use a lot this summer
Cons: nothing bad to say
Something special about it 1bigkid parent
Pros: What this bat offers that's different is the slight end load you can add that makes it feel a lot different from the other end loaded bats. It feels like the zcore speed but with more weight and that adds to the pop. You wouldn't think there is that much of a difference between a drop 3 and drop 2.5 but when your generating the same bat speed the drop 2.5 will drive it farther. I got the bat because I have two boys one year apart and thought I can save on cost having them use the same bat. I haven't swapped out the balanced weight yet they both love it. It has that great thin easton handle along with that durable easton grip that my sons have grown up to love. Has a huge sweet spot.
Cons: I heard the weights and blank plug are not legal in College. You don't want to lose the pouch that comes with the tool and weights. I have no idea how those weights are going to hold up. My sons have only used it for about 20 games now and it seems good but who knows i haven't touched the weights since I got the bat. A bit of brick dust, clay and moisture in the threads and it might cement that screw in there. Despite the cons this is a 5 star overall bat.
Questions and Answers
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Can this be used in high school baseball? nick
Is it legal in USSSA baseball? john tiger
Does this bat have the USABat logo on it. This is the requirement for Babe Ruth in 2018. Troy Sperr
Is this an approved bat for Little League and Cal Ripken with new rule changes starting 2018? Steven Foard
Which bat is better the Mako beast or the Z-CORE Lock and Load? And which one is the most balanced? Jonathan F
I weigh between 130-140 pounds. I'm about 5'8-5'9 and am looking to buy an Easton bat for my league that is BBCOR certified. I am 14 years old, turning 15 in November. The bats I am considering to buy are the MAKO Beast 2017 BB17MK, this 2018 Z-Core Lock & Load BB17ZLL, the Z-Core Speed BB17SZ - with the black and blue colorway specifically - and also the Z Core Hybrid Model of 2017 with the black and neon yellow colorway specifically. Can someone please describe each of those 4 models (how they compare, how they are different, what kind of hitter is best designed for each bat, which is most durable) and what bat you would recommend for me to buy. I'm planning to buy one of these bats in a 31 inch but whoever answers this feels that I should get a inch higher or so, please put that in your response. BennyDaJet
How will the bat stay -3 and BBCOR legal after you change the swing weight? p
Does it have a warranty on it? Trey Hicks
How is the bat different from the 2017 version of the same bat? tim
Which bat is more balanced the Ghost X or the Z core lock and load? JonathanF
Can this bat with the weights be used in college? batguy
Difference between this bat and the Ghost X 2018? lando baseball
Need this bat in a 34". Do you sell it? scott
Is this bat legal for PONY ball at the Bronco (11-12) level? According to PONY's web page the -3 BBCOR bat is legal. Just want to make sure. Gregg
Is this bat good for power hitters? I'm 6'2" and 220lbs and hit for power. ben perry
If this is the 2018 lock and load why they didn't make it with the atec new alloy instead of the hyper matrix? How balance is this bat for a freshman 14 yr baseball player. Will it be durable? Q
Is this bat legal in Babe Ruth 2018? Snagadreem
With the heaviest weight installed - will this be similar in end-loaded-feel to the Z Core XL? OldSchool
Is this bat a 2 piece composite bat or is it one piece aluminum bat? And if it is 1 piece aluminum bat will I get a lot of vibration? Tie
How to I find/order a new set of end barrel weights that originally came with my Easton Z-Core bat? RML
I heard white bats may be illegal next year. Do you have details? Will this bat be included in the new rule? Rob Maloney
Which one would you rather buy: the Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load BBCOR Baseball Bat: BB17ZLL or the Marucci F5 BBCOR Baseball Bat: MCBF5? Kyle Force
About the Brand

Easton is the world's leading manufacturer of baseball and softball equipment, and the most iconic brand in these sports. Headquartered in Thousand Oaks, CA, Easton Diamond Sports, LLC. manufactures bats, ball gloves, apparel, bags, batting gloves, helmets, catcher's equipment and related accessories. The company's commitment to innovation and game-changing technologies propelled Easton to the No. 1 bat position, including breakthrough technologies with aluminum and composite materials. As a result of this commitment to R&D and its storied brand heritage, Easton has long-standing relationships with Little League Baseball, USSSA Baseball & Softball, USA Baseball & Softball, hundreds of NCAA collegiate teams and numerous professional baseball and softball players.
For more information, please visit: https://www.easton.com/.
Bat Properties
Barrel Diameter | 2 5/8 |
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Baseball Bats | BBCOR |
Bat Construction | One-Piece |
Bat Type | Baseball |
Color | Grey White |
Deals | Personalization Eligible Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
Length to Weight Ratio | - 3 |
Material | Aluminum |
Vendor | Easton |
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