Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA vs Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA)
The Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA is the stronger bat on our scorecard, 8.9 to 8.3, led by feel & sound. But the right one depends on your swing — here's the full breakdown.
Scorecard, side by side
| Category | Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA | Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8.9 | 8.3 |
| Sweet Spot | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Pop / Power | 9 | 8.5 |
| Feel & Sound | 8.8 | 8 |
| Durability | 8.4 | 8 |
| Value | 8 | 8.3 |
| Drop | ||
| Swing | End-loaded | End-load (XL .5 oz) |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (CXN MC+ connection) | Two-piece composite (X868 barrel, S-FLEX handle) |
| Price | $329 | $300 |
Pick the Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA if…
- feel & sound is your top priority
Pick the Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) if…
- you want to spend less ($300 vs $329)
- value is your top priority
Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA
- Long 13-inch barrel with a big sweet spot
- CXN MC+ connection smooths feel and mishits
- End load drives the ball in USSSA play
- Loaded swing is heavy for balanced-swing hitters
- Premium two-piece pricing
Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA)
- Four weight options up to 28 oz fit a wide range of hitters
- X868 barrel widens the effective sweet spot
- Stiff S-FLEX handle gives direct power transfer
- Stiff handle plus end load suits power hitters more than contact hitters
- 12.5-inch barrel is shorter than a full 13.5-inch profile
Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA vs Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) — FAQ
Is the Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA or Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) better?
On our scorecard the Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA comes out ahead (8.9 vs 8.3), led by feel & sound. The other is still a fair pick depending on feel and price.
What's the difference between the Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA and Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA)?
Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA is Two-piece composite (CXN MC+ connection) (undefined); Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) is Two-piece composite (X868 barrel, S-FLEX handle) (undefined). The full side-by-side scorecard and specs are on this page.
Which should I buy?
Pick the Easton Tantrum 2-Piece Loaded USSSA if feel & sound is your top priority; pick the Worth Josh Riley Bedlam XL End-Load (USSSA) if you want to spend less ($300 vs $329). We list live prices for both so you can grab whichever is the better deal today.