2022 Easton Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2022 Easton Resmondo Loaded is a two-piece Fire Flex 240 USSSA slowpitch bat with a 12.75-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load aimed at power hitters who want a quicker, more controllable swing than a full mother load.
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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 and two-piece feel earn balanced power and swing-weight marks; the shorter 12.75-inch barrel keeps the sweet spot a notch below the 13.5-inch balanced model, and composite break-in holds durability mid-pack.
Our Review
The 2022 Resmondo Loaded pairs Easton's Fire Flex 240 barrel with a half-ounce optimized end load, sitting between the brand's balanced and mother-load versions for that year. Easton built it around a triple-wall barrel with Ultra Elongated Fibers to widen the sweet spot, and the two-piece ConneXion+ design dampens vibration on off-center contact for a cleaner feel. The 12.75-inch profile is shorter than the 13.5-inch balanced Resmondo, which trades a little hitting length for a faster, more responsive swing. The 240-class compression is tuned to play hot out of the wrapper with a short break-in. It is certified for USSSA, NSA and ISA play. Power hitters who find the mother-load version too heavy will appreciate this configuration as a middle ground.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Half-ounce load keeps the swing quick and controllable
- Fire Flex 240 triple-wall barrel plays hot with minimal break-in
- Two-piece ConneXion+ build reduces sting on mishits
Cons
- 12.75-inch barrel is shorter than the balanced model's hitting zone
- Lighter load gives up raw distance to the mother-load version
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (Fire Flex 240 carbon-fiber barrel, ConneXion+ connection) |
| Model # | SP22RESL |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 12.75" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded (.5 oz) |
| MSRP | $299 |
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2022 Easton Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2022 Easton Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.2/10 (Grade A). The 2022 Easton Resmondo Loaded is a two-piece Fire Flex 240 USSSA slowpitch bat with a 12.75-inch barrel and a half-ounce end load aimed at power hitters who want a quicker, more controllable swing than a full mother load.
Is the Easton Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2022 Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded cost?
MSRP is $299. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Easton — 2022 Resmondo Fire Flex Loaded USSSA SP22RESL (official)