The 2017 Easton Z-Core XL earned the nickname 'BBCOR Log' for its massive barrel and end-loaded feel. This one-piece alloy beast delivered tremendous power for hitters strong enough to swing it effectively.
Models Overview
Built with Easton's HMX Hyperlite Matrix Alloy, the Z-Core XL featured the largest barrel in BBCOR with significant end-load. The one-piece construction provided immediate feedback and no break-in period.
Construction & Technology
Like last year's 2016 Z-Core, the 2017 version is a single piece aluminum alloy bat with a heavy swing weight. The barrel is the exact aluminum barrel found in all the Z-Core lines. For at least a couple years now, Easton has used an inner sleeve in the bat's design to increase the size of the barrel and sweet spot. It is the largest barreled single piece alloy on the market.
Our measurements showed this bat swings about 20% heavier than the MAKO. The Easton Z-Core XL is 10% heavier than the Z-Core Speed. These measurements confirm the bat as one of the heaviest swinging sticks per bat length on the market.
