2024 Easton Resmondo Loaded Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2024 Easton Resmondo is a one-piece, HDK23 carbon-fiber USSSA slowpitch bat with a loaded 12.5-inch barrel built for power hitters, and it meets the new 240 USSSA 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: Power and durability lead thanks to the loaded one-piece HDK23 build and 240 NTS certification. The shorter 12.5-inch barrel and heavy end load drag down swing-weight and sweet-spot scores for anyone but dedicated power hitters.
Our Review
Easton's Resmondo line carries the name of slowpitch legend Greg Connell's longtime rival camp, and the 2024 loaded model is squarely a power hitter's tool. It uses a one-piece, 100% HDK23 carbon-fiber layup with Easton's 232 Technology, a plural-resin barrel system that aims for variable compression across the hitting zone. The 12.5-inch barrel runs shorter than many 13-13.5-inch slowpitch bats, which trades some sweet-spot length for a stiffer, more controlled feel that loaded hitters tend to prefer. The loaded swing weight pushes mass toward the end cap, rewarding hitters who can keep their bat speed up through contact. The Flex 120 handle and one-piece build deliver direct, stiff feedback rather than the dampened feel of a two-piece. Importantly, this generation is certified to the new 240 USSSA NTS standard alongside NSA and ISA, so it should stay legal as associations tighten compression testing. As a composite, it benefits from a short break-in before reaching peak pop.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- One-piece HDK23 composite gives a stiff, connected feel power hitters like
- Loaded swing weight rewards strong, high-bat-speed swingers
- Certified to the newer 240 USSSA NTS standard plus NSA and ISA
Cons
- 12.5-inch barrel is shorter than rival 13-13.5-inch slowpitch bats
- End load and stiff one-piece feel are unforgiving for contact hitters
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Resmondo Loaded |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (100% HDK23 carbon fiber, 232 Technology) |
| Model # | ESU4RESC1L |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 12.5" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $299 |
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2024 Easton Resmondo Loaded Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2024 Easton Resmondo Loaded a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.2/10 (Grade A). The 2024 Easton Resmondo is a one-piece, HDK23 carbon-fiber USSSA slowpitch bat with a loaded 12.5-inch barrel built for power hitters, and it meets the new 240 USSSA NTS compression standard.
Is the Easton Resmondo Loaded Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2024 Resmondo Loaded cost?
MSRP is $299. We've seen it for $280. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: CheapBats — 2024 Easton Alpha Resmondo Loaded USSSA ESU4RESC1L · Easton — Resmondo USSSA Slowpitch (official)