{"product_id":"paddletek-bantam-esq-c-pickleball-paddle","title":"Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C is a Pickleball Paddle built around a raw carbon fiber face and Bantam Quick Response Technology. It suits players who want control and forgiveness with enough power to attack. It is available in 12.7 mm and 14.3 mm core thicknesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnidirectional RAW Carbon Fiber face – firm, stable contact for confident drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBantam Quick Response Technology – faster, more precise reaction on volleys and dinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced High Grade Polymer Composite Honeycomb core – a balanced feel from the core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced weight of 7.6 oz to 7.9 oz – steady control without tiring your arm over long matches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 mm \/ 14.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFace Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnidirectional RAW Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced High Grade Polymer Composite Honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBantam Quick Response Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 oz \/ 7.9 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 7\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bantam ESQ-C suits intermediate and advanced players who value control and forgiveness over raw power. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is eligible for sanctioned tournament play. Players who want a quick, precise response at the net will get the most from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich core thickness should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12.7 mm version is the better fit if you want more touch and a quicker reaction at the net. Choose the 14.3 mm version if you prefer a firmer, more solid feel on drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Bantam ESQ-C legal for tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Bantam ESQ-C is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddletek-paddles\"\u003ePaddletek Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paddletek","offers":[{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Riptide","offer_id":67829125906665,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-01","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Wildfire","offer_id":67829125939433,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-02","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Aurora","offer_id":67829125972201,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-03","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Riptide","offer_id":67829126004969,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-04","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Wildfire","offer_id":67829126037737,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-05","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Aurora","offer_id":67829126070505,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00961-06","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/30_6f7063e5-8877-4e63-b8f8-8bc2117a39ff.png?v=1793548211","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/paddletek-bantam-esq-c-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}