2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USSSA) Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load is a two-piece ACX-7 composite USSSA slowpitch bat with a 13-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load, tuned for power hitters who still want some swing control.
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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 power lead thanks to the long 13-inch two-piece barrel and moderate load. Swing weight is mid-pack from the end load, and value is solid but undifferentiated within Anarchy's broad end-load lineup.
Our Review
The Samurai is one of Anarchy's 2025 USSSA player models, built on the two-piece ACX-7 composite platform that the brand uses across its current lineup. The two-piece construction smooths energy transfer and dampens vibration into the hands, while the 13-inch barrel provides a long, forgiving sweet spot that suits the modern USSSA game. The half-ounce end load is a moderate setup: enough to add carry and reward strong swingers, but not so heavy that it becomes a chore for an average hitter to keep level. ACX-7 barrels are designed to be hot out of the wrapper, so break-in is short. It is certified for USSSA, NSA and ISA. For a USSSA hitter who wants a lightly-loaded two-piece with a big sweet spot, the Samurai is a balanced choice between control and power, though the deep field of Anarchy end-load models means picking among colorways with similar specs.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Two-piece ACX-7 build smooths feel and cuts vibration
- Long 13-inch barrel offers a forgiving sweet spot
- Moderate half-ounce load adds carry without overloading the swing
Cons
- Specs overlap heavily with other Anarchy end-load models
- End load still narrows appeal versus a true balanced bat
Full Specifications
| Brand | Anarchy |
|---|---|
| Model | Samurai End Load (USSSA) |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (ACX-7) |
| Model # | ASPSAM25U |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 13" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $249 |
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2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USSSA) Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load (USSSA) a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.1/10 (Grade A). The 2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load is a two-piece ACX-7 composite USSSA slowpitch bat with a 13-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load, tuned for power hitters who still want some swing control.
Is the Anarchy Samurai End Load (USSSA) 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 (USSSA) 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 USSSA ASPSAM25U (official) · Smash It Sports — 2025 Anarchy Samurai End Load USSSA ASPSAM25U