2023 Axe Bat CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro USSSA Bat Review
Axe's Avenge Pro USSSA (-8) — a two-piece Charged Carbon composite travel bat on the ergonomic Axe handle, at a closeout $99.99.
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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: Preliminary score from the bat's construction, class, brand and price — an honest first pass we refine as we test more and any independent lab data appears.
Our Review
This Avenge Pro is a two-piece Charged Carbon composite with a big, forgiving barrel and a smooth feel, on Axe's signature angled handle, in a -8. At a closeout price it's strong value for a composite travel bat. A good buy at $99.99.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Forgiving Charged Carbon composite barrel
- Ergonomic Axe handle; closeout value
Cons
- Composite needs a short break-in
- Axe handle is an acquired taste
Full Specifications
| Brand | Axe Bat |
|---|---|
| Model | CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Certification | USSSA |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite |
| Model # | L173K |
| Drop | -8 |
| Barrel | 2 3/4" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $99.99 |
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2023 Axe Bat CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro USSSA Bat — FAQ
Is the 2023 Axe Bat CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro a good USSSA bat?
We rate it 6.4/10 (Grade C). Axe's Avenge Pro USSSA (-8) — a two-piece Charged Carbon composite travel bat on the ergonomic Axe handle, at a closeout $99.99.
What drops does the CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro come in?
The 2023 CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro USSSA comes in -8.
Is the Axe Bat CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro USSSA-legal?
Yes — it's USSSA certified by the NTS lab. USSSA 1.15 BPF approved — the “hotter” travel-ball standard, legal for USSSA play.
How much does the 2023 CLOSEUT Axe Avenge Pro cost?
MSRP is $99.99. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: CheapBats — CLOSEUT 2023 Axe Avenge Pro Youth USSSA Baseball Bat -8oz L173K