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The 2026 DeMarini Zen (-5) USSSA Baseball Bat brings a bold redesign to one of the most dominant bats in travel ball. Crafted for stronger players on the edge of BBCOR competition, this bat pairs elite technology with effortless swing speed to deliver unmatched performance at the plate.
At the core of the Zen is the all-new Dark Matter Composite Barrel, a re-engineered composite layup that expands the sweet spot while generating an explosive trampoline effect. The result is louder contact, improved responsiveness, and premium power on every swing. Designed with a 2 ¾” barrel diameter, the Zen offers maximum plate coverage with a forgiving feel, allowing players to attack pitches with confidence.
The two-piece composite construction enhances both speed and comfort, while the upgraded Direct Connection creates a seamless energy transfer between barrel and handle. This connection provides a stiff yet forgiving feel, reducing unwanted vibration while maintaining explosive barrel response. The lightweight composite handle ensures smooth control through the zone, giving hitters the perfect balance of bat speed and power.
Built for advanced USSSA hitters, the 2026 Zen (-5) is the ideal choice for players preparing to transition into BBCOR play. With its upgraded design, massive sweet spot, and explosive new sound, this model is ready to make a statement in the travel ball arena.
- Brand: DeMarini
- Sport: Baseball
- Barrel Size: 2-3/4 in
- Certification: USSSA
- Drop: -5
- Two-Piece Composite Construction: Designed for improved weight distribution that allows for great balance, bat speed and barrel control.
- Zen Direct Connection: Updated for 2026 to pair the Dark Matter Composite Barrel with the handle and create a forgiving feel.
- Dark Matter Composite Barrel: A groundbreaking composite material and construction resulting in a new barrel shape with a more gradual taper that increases performance throughout the barrel, translating to a higher performing, better feeling sweet spot!
- Anomaly End Cap: Designed to work with composite barrels, using light and durable materials to reduce swing weights, improve bat control and optimize performance.
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Zen Direct Connection: Updated for 2026 to pair the Dark Matter Composite Barrel with the handle and create a forgiving feel.
- Series: Zen
- Year Released: 2025
- WTDXZ5Z-26, C5Z-26, Z5ZS-26, Z5ZL-26
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WBD25930102530, WBD25930102631, WBD25930102732, WBD25930102833
- Adding our Heat Roll with Progressive Pressure to your order may cause decertification, check with the governing body of your league for clarification
Manufacturing tolerances, performance considerations, and grip weight may cause variations from the listed weight.
OPTION GUIDE: Should I order this bat stock/untouched or Heat Rolled with Progressive Pressure?
If you order your new bat Heat Rolled with Progressive Pressure, it will be delivered to you completely and evenly broken in. This process adds 20-40ft of distance to your solid hits, increases consistency, improves durability and adds 2-3 business days of lead time to your order. If you plan to use the bat in an official game or event, please verify the legality of our process with your league or sanctioning body before use. We (LongballBats.com) do not encourage the use of a Heat Rolled bat in any game or event where it is against the rules. Click here for details about our process!
