2022 Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2022 Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded is a two-piece, 12-inch USSSA slowpitch bat with optimized loaded weighting, built for power hitters and certified to the 240 NTS compression standard.
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How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: Loaded weighting earns the highest marks for power; the short 12-inch barrel and end load lower swing-weight and sweet-spot scores, while closeout pricing lifts value.
Our Review
The Fire Flex line is one of Easton's longest-running slowpitch names, and the 2022 240 Loaded packs a shorter 12-inch barrel into a two-piece CXN MAX design with a loaded swing weight. The compact barrel and end load stack mass behind contact, giving strong hitters the kind of drive that sends balls to the fence, while the Ultra-Elongated Fiber, triple-wall barrel aims for hot out-of-the-wrapper pop. The shorter barrel trades sweet-spot length for a stiffer, more controlled power feel that loaded hitters tend to prefer, and the two-piece connection still helps reduce sting on mishits. It is approved for USSSA, NSA, and ISA at the 240 standard. As a 2022 release it now sells at closeout pricing, making it an affordable way into a loaded two-piece Fire Flex barrel.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Loaded weighting drives the ball for strong power hitters
- Two-piece CXN MAX construction dampens vibration on contact
- 240 NTS certified and now available at closeout pricing
Cons
- 12-inch barrel is shorter than many rival 13-13.5-inch bats
- End load and shorter barrel are unforgiving for contact hitters
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Fire Flex 240 Loaded |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (Fire Flex barrel, CXN MAX connection) |
| Model # | SP22FF240SL |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 12" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $299 |
Where to Buy
2022 Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2022 Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.0/10 (Grade A). The 2022 Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded is a two-piece, 12-inch USSSA slowpitch bat with optimized loaded weighting, built for power hitters and certified to the 240 NTS compression standard.
Is the Easton Fire Flex 240 Loaded Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2022 Fire Flex 240 Loaded cost?
MSRP is $299. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Easton — 2022 Fire Flex 240 Loaded 12" USSSA SP22FF240SL (official)