"LS-2X COMPOSITE BARREL features our exclusive quick break-in design for game-ready performance right out of the wrapper IST XSTIFF TECHNOLOGY two-piece construction with a stiffer feel for increased energy transfer POWER LOAD SWING WEIGHT adds an additional .5 oz. for more momentum and power 7/8 TAPERED HANDLE AND NEW THINNER SYNTHETIC LEATHER GRIP for maximum control NEW REMOVABLE PYRAMID GRIP TAPER for superior grip and comfort USSSA NSA ISA ISSSF2005"