2016 vs 2017 LXT

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Sep 22, 2013
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Does anyone have an opinion regarding the 2017 LXT as compared to the 2016 version. My DD has a 2016 LXT but the end cap is starting to go and I don't think it will make it through another entire season. Looking to see how the 2017 compares to the 2016. My DD loves the 2016 version.
 
Jul 29, 2013
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North Carolina
Sorry, never had a 2016, just a 15 & 17. Both great bats! The 2017 hits hard, tons of pop but he warned, it will break! EVERY 2017 I've been around has broke! Just received our warranty replacement yesterday, still in the wrapper. My DD loves that bat, I've pretty much had a change of heart towards LS after this warranty experience, customer service was an absolute joke! If that bat stays in one piece, it's a great bat!
 
Apr 26, 2015
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DD has had the 2014 and 2016 - LOVED them both.
We are in the same boat - contempleting a new bat and considering the 2017.
DD's good friend has the 2017 and loves it - but only has Demars to compare it to.
 
Sep 22, 2013
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My DD loves her 2016. I have seen some fairly good deals on the 2017. Just looking for some opinions on performance.
 
Feb 10, 2016
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Illinois
By 10 yo DD had both. The 16 lasted three weeks before developing a rattle in the barrel and excessive movement at the joint. Sent it back and they sent us a 17 model. that lasted 4 weeks of use before the same issue. Sent it back and awaiting its replacement. As far as performance, my DD felt the 17 had the edge although the ball really jumped off both bats. She did feel that the 17 felt heavier in the swing than the 16 even though both were 31/21.
 
Dec 2, 2013
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DD has both the 33" '16 and 34" '17. The '17 was given to her by her team in January. After practice yesterday the coach says the bat is broke. He noticed it while hitting infield with it. If you put the joint of the bat on your knee and press down on both ends there is movement and a creaking noise. Coach took the bat with him. I wonder if she'll get an '18? Now she has to go back to the 33" which I think she should be swinging anyway.
 

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