2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell signature is a one-piece, lightly loaded USSSA slowpitch bat with a 12.5-inch barrel and Easton's G4orce triple-region flex barrel.
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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: The half-ounce load earns a better swing-weight score than full-load bats while still delivering power. The shorter barrel and composite break-in keep sweet-spot and durability from topping the chart.
Our Review
Greg Connell is one of the most decorated home-run hitters in slowpitch, and his 2025 Tantrum signature reflects a power hitter who still wants some control. It is a one-piece HDK23 composite with a 12.5-inch barrel and a modest 0.5 oz end load, which is lighter than a full motherload and keeps the bat more swingable than Easton's heaviest options. Easton's G4orce technology splits the barrel into triple flex regions for variable compression, and the Flex 150 handle is tuned to add whip to the stiff one-piece chassis. The result targets hitters who want loaded power without the punishing feel of a 1-ounce load. The shorter 12.5-inch barrel emphasizes a stiffer, more pinpoint contact feel over maximum sweet-spot length. As a one-piece composite it benefits from a break-in, and it is approved for USSSA, NSA and ISA.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lighter 0.5 oz end load keeps a power bat more swingable
- G4orce triple-region barrel targets consistent compression
- Signature model from a proven slowpitch home-run hitter
Cons
- 12.5-inch barrel sacrifices sweet-spot length for stiffness
- One-piece composite still needs break-in before peak pop
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (HDK23 carbon fiber, G4orce triple-region barrel flex, Flex 150 handle) |
| Model # | ESU5TNTC1L |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 12.5" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded (0.5 oz) |
| MSRP | $299 |
Where to Buy
2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.1/10 (Grade A). The 2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell signature is a one-piece, lightly loaded USSSA slowpitch bat with a 12.5-inch barrel and Easton's G4orce triple-region flex barrel.
Is the Easton Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2025 Tantrum Greg Connell 1-Piece Loaded cost?
MSRP is $299. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Easton — 2025 Tantrum Greg Connell Signature 1-Piece Loaded USSSA ESU5TNTC1L (official) · Headbanger Sports — 2025 Easton Tantrum Greg Connell 1PC Loaded USSSA