2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2025 Anarchy Samurai USA/ASA is a two-piece ACX-7 composite slowpitch bat with a 13-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load, the ASA-stamped version of the Samurai for.52/300 league and tournament play.
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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: Sweet spot and feel lead thanks to the 13-inch two-piece barrel. Power is capped by the ASA standard rather than the bat itself, and the end load keeps swing weight mid-pack.
Our Review
This is the USA/ASA-certified version of Anarchy's 2025 Samurai, sharing the two-piece ACX-7 composite barrel and 13-inch profile of its USSSA sibling but tuned and stamped for ASA (.52 COR / 300 compression) play. ASA bats live under a stiffer performance ceiling than USSSA, so the emphasis here is on a hot but legal barrel and a long, forgiving sweet spot rather than the higher pop USSSA allows. The half-ounce end load adds a measure of carry while keeping the bat swingable for the average ASA hitter, and the two-piece build dampens mishit vibration. It is certified for ASA/USA play. For league and tournament players bound to the ASA stamp who want a current two-piece end-load option from a preferred brand, the Samurai USA/ASA is a sensible pick; just note that it cannot cross over into USSSA-only events.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ASA-legal two-piece end-load option from a preferred brand
- Long 13-inch barrel gives a forgiving sweet spot
- Two-piece ACX-7 build cuts vibration on mishits
Cons
- ASA performance ceiling means less pop than the USSSA version
- End load narrows appeal versus a balanced ASA bat
Full Specifications
| Brand | Anarchy |
|---|---|
| Model | Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (ACX-7) |
| Model # | ASPSAM25A |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 13" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $249 |
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2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 7.8/10 (Grade B). The 2025 Anarchy Samurai USA/ASA is a two-piece ACX-7 composite slowpitch bat with a 13-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load, the ASA-stamped version of the Samurai for.52/300 league and tournament play.
Is the Anarchy Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2025 Samurai End Load (USA/ASA) cost?
MSRP is $249. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Anarchy Bat Company — 2025 Samurai End Load USA/ASA ASPSAM25A (official) · LongballBats — 2025 Anarchy Samurai USA/ASA ASPSAM25A