Paddletek
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 for its lightweight design (around 7.0-7.4 oz), excellent control, and good balance of power and touch, with many noting improvements in their game and reduced arm/elbow strain. The paddle is consistently highlighted for its comfortable grip, maneuverability at the net, and ability to handle both soft dinks and power shots effectively. The main criticisms center on it being too light for some players who prefer more weight for power, and a few users found the grip size too small or the sweet spot lacking sufficient pop.
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| Weight | 7.5 oz |
|---|---|
| Surface Material | Composite |
| Core Material | Polymer |
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Good basic paddle.: This paddle is light and is responsive in terms of how well the ball bounces back when hit. The grip tape is mildly tacky but not excessively so. The paddle surface is mildly to moderately gritty enough for putting spin on the ball. Overall a good basic paddle.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Great Racquet with Smaller Grip: I was looking for a racquet with a smaller grip, and this Paddletek works great. Plus it's lightweight.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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As advertised.: I bought a month ago. It arrived as advertised. Needed a replacement paddle.
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Sticky handle: This is an upgrade from my first pickleball paddle, which cost $40, and I honestly cannot tell whether this one is any better. The handle is also very tacky, which is apparently a feature but can feel like a bug if you're not used to it.
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It improved my game!: I'm new to pickleball and wanted a decent paddle to start with. I love that it is lightweight and it immediately improved my game as a result.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Great Paddle: Really lightweight and easy to control shots! Perfect amount of power to send some rockets to the defenders!
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Nice Paddle for the price: I bought this for my son for Christmas. He is an avid pickleball player and wanted an upgrade. He says that it plays nice and is helping him improve his game. Would recommend!
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Paddletek paddle: Love it - Great xmas gift. Fits well in my hand and comfortable to hit with it.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Solid product: Good forgiveness and a decent bit of juice. Much better than my starter paddle.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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This paddle has a great feel!: I bought this paddle hoping to upgrade my play. I started with a "beginner" paddle and this new Paddletek Bantam paddle is helping me to improve my game. What a great feel!
Pickleball Central
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Bantam Ts-5: I have owned one before this and love this paddle. Wouldn’t change
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Love my racquet: I like this racquet! It’s my first one. But it’s great
Pickleball Central
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Help in deciding the pickleball paddle. Experience with the new paddles: My wife and I love out new Bantam TS-5 paddles. They are much better than the old paddles we had. Thomas was very helpful by showing two other possibilities. After that we were sure we would like what we got.
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Love this paddle!: I'm going for a slightly heavier paddle next, but this is an excellent choice overall if around 7.3 oz is right for you.
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Paddletek Bantam TS-5: Love it! No more tennis elbow.
Pickleball Central
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Bantam TS5 red 7oz: Extremely light, quick reflexes, great pop, great for neutralizing play and slowing the game down
Pickleball Central
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Paddletek Bantam Ts-5: Love this paddle as it is much lighter than any I've used. Feel better about my game after only 2 wks of using it.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Awesome feel: These are way better than the basic wood paddles that I had been using.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Wonderful pickleball paddle: I’ve enjoyed this paddle. It is a little light but it has great pop.
Pickleball Central
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Paddletek Bantam TS-5: Best lightweight paddle. Older player, easier on shoulders and very maneuverable when playing at net. Always purchase paddles and shoes from Pickleball Central. Great company.
Pickleball Central
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Bantam TS5: I needed a light weight paddle, was using the Wave and liked it, so stuck with Paddletek, and selected the 7.0 TS5. Not used it enough to know if love it , but definitely like how quickly it can be moved in my hands to a new position. It is easier to hit balls down at people’s feet than the other paddles I have used. Am hoping when I learn all its secrets , it will be an awesome paddle for all occassions.
Pickleball Central
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Expeditious: Ordering was easy and delivery was prompt.
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Happy new pickleballer: Great paddle for multiple experience levels. Quick delivery.
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A+ shopping experience: I am impressed by their excellent post-purchase customer service and very happy with the paddle. Thank you!
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Not for me: I really enjoy Paddletek paddles. This one was just too light for me so I had to return. Probably end up buying the Tempest Wave Pro.... again : ))
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Bantam TS-5 Yellow Horizon Review: I'm very pleased with this purhase. I've only been playing this sport for approximately six months, and this is the first professional quality paddle that I have purchased. I've been very pleased with the entire experience from the purchasing process, through the receiving process, to the actually using the paddle. The paddle is very comfortable and the grip is amazing. Even though I've only had the paddle a couple of weeks, I would buy it again without hesitat
Pickleball Central
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Good paddle!: I like the power shots with this paddle. The handle is a little on the short side so make sure you measure. Perfect for my small hands but a little shorter than my old one. Good quality and love the purple!
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Good paddle!: Perfect for a beginner!
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bantam ts-5: GREAT PADDLE..FAST DELIVERY...
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Customer Service: Contacted customer twice to ask questions before purchase, very helpful.
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Love this Paddle: I tried out this paddle from a friend. Loved it. So I ordered one from Pickleball Central and their quick turnaround with shipping got me on the court with my new paddle in a matter of days! Paddle has great feel and control.
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bantam ts-5: STARTED WITH THIS PADDLE YEARS AGO...HAVE TRIED MANY MORE EXPENSIVE PADDLES AND OTHER COMPANIES ALWAYS BACK TO THIS ONE..
Pickleball Central
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Light and great touch: After I saw ALW playing with this, I had to have it. I am an older guy and she’s a 15-year-old girl, but I still wanted to try it. It did not disappoint. Reaction time and touch are just sublime. I use the prince response pro in some situations, but I really enjoy this bantam paddle, and the price is pretty good. Overall I can’t complain, and I get good power up the lines
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Still a great paddle...: Delivery was prompt. This is my 2nd one. Great "control" paddle.. Personally, I love its light weight... Paddle Tech stands behind their warranty!
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Pickleball Product Review: Great for my game!
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Purchased for My Wife (Petite): This paddle made an immediate improvement and enjoyment in her play over her amazon paddle. Not knocking amazon paddles to get people started and they are very affordable. But with this paddle had markedly improvement in her serves and returns.
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Bantam TS-5 paddle-Anna Waters Signature Edition : I chose my pickle ball paddle based on recommendations for size/weight/grip.. The paddle was as advertised and looking forward to playing
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Great!: I ordered this as a gift for my husband. It came within a few days, quicker than expected. My husband was thrilled with the paddle! He said it makes all the difference in his game!
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Bantam TS-5 blue riptide: This paddle is lightweight and has a small grip which fits my hand nicely. I really like it much better than my old paddle which was a bit heavier. I’m a beginner but I expect to use this paddle for quite some time.
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Light and perfect for me: I love this paddle made my game level up…
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Bantam TS-5: Great control and decent power.
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Bantam TS-5 Paddle: I'm a beginner & I really like this paddle. A friend lent me her much older & very used one & I could see how I could "grow" into it.
Pickleball Central
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Pickleball Product Review: excellent paddle - great for the intermediate to the pro
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Bantam ts 5 paddle: Have used this paddle 6 times now and I love it. Light, nicely balanced, ball springs off the face. I big upgrade from my previous paddle
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