Paddletek
The Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 12.7 receives consistently high praise for its balanced performance across power, spin, and control, with reviewers noting it's a significant upgrade from the original model. The main drawback is a tendency to twist in hand without lead tape, though this is easily remedied and doesn't diminish its appeal as a top choice for intermediate to advanced players.
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| Face Material | Carbon Fiber |
|---|---|
| Exit Velocity | 40.32 mph mph |
| Spin Rate | 995.45 rpm rpm |
| Consistency | 3.38 sd sd |
| Swing Weight | 806.77 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Twist Weight | 31.21 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Balance Point | 9.44 in in |
JustPaddles
verified_purchaser source
Great all around paddle — Pros: Top tier spin, great put away power, and pop. Takes some time to get used to for the soft game but after a week or so I’m adjusting and my control is improving each time I play with it. — Cons: Takes some time to get used to it for the soft game but once you do it’s an all around great paddle.
JustPaddles
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Very light And fast in your hands — Pros: Very light And fast in your hands — Cons: will twist in you hands lead tape helps
Pickleheads
niche source
This is a big, big upgrade from the original model (read our initial Paddletek Bantam ALW-C review). This model has a longer handle and a lot more power and spin. I feel like ALW out there—my two-handed backhands are consistent and strong. While it doesn't have the pop and power of the elongated Paddletek Bantam TKO-C, it's very powerful for a square paddle. Built for intermediate to advanced players, it can take time to adjust on control. However, if you want a super-fast, lightweight paddle...
Pickleball Central
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ALW-C 12.7mm: I am a 4.0 male player and have played with many, many paddles. I was so surprised with the performance of this paddle straight out of the box. It has good power, good spin and good control. Then I added lead tape on each upper side. Now this paddle has Great power, great spin and great control. This is my go to paddle.
Pickleball Central
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Carbon Paddle: I love the Paddletek Bantam ALW 12.7. I feel I have good control and power with this paddle.
Pickleball Central
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Paddle : Great preference.
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