2026 Victus Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel Slowpitch Bat Review
Travis Clark's signature Beacon — a neon-green one-piece with a heavy Big Boy end load and a compact 12.25" V1.2 barrel. A power hitter's bat that makes no apologies.
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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: First-pass rating from construction, load profile and the brand's slowpitch platform. We'll confirm with testing.
Our Review
The Neon Green is the power piece of the Victus Beacon line: one-piece composite, so nothing bleeds off at contact, with Victus's Big Boy load stacking serious mass behind a compact 12.25" V1.2 barrel. Dynamic Handle Technology in a mid-stiff profile keeps the direct feel from turning harsh. The trade is obvious and honest — the heavy finish demands real bat speed, and the shorter barrel gives less margin than the 12.75" bats. For the big swing chasing max distance in USSSA/NSA/ISA ball, it's the pick of the trio. This is a preliminary first-pass rating from the bat's build, platform and class; we'll firm it up with real game feedback.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hot out of the wrapper
- Backed by a real 1-year warranty (rare respect in slowpitch)
Cons
- New line with no independent testing yet
Full Specifications
| Brand | Victus |
|---|---|
| Model | Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (V1.2 barrel, DHT mid-stiff handle) |
| Model # | VSPBNG1BUTC |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | — |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $299 |
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2026 Victus Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2026 Victus Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 7.8/10 (Grade B). Travis Clark's signature Beacon — a neon-green one-piece with a heavy Big Boy end load and a compact 12.25" V1.2 barrel. A power hitter's bat that makes no apologies.
Is the Victus Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2026 Beacon Neon Green Travis Clark Big Boy Load 12.25 Barrel cost?
MSRP is $299. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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