{"product_id":"paddletek-bantam-ex-l-12-7mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Paddletek Bantam EX-L 12.7mm – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Paddletek Bantam EX-L 12.7mm is a pickleball paddle built around a Bantam PolyCore core and a velvet-textured polycarbonate face. It suits players who want a balance of control and pop, with a clear emphasis on precise touch at the kitchen line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBantam PolyCore core – quicker, more stable response off the face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelvet textured polycarbonate surface – grip on the ball for steadier control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh grade polymer composite honeycomb core – durable feel with a firm, solid hit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.7mm core thickness – a balanced build between power and touch\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBantam PolyCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Grade Polymer Composite Honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVelvet Textured Polycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 oz \/ 8.4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 5\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 3\/4\"\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\"\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\u003eThis paddle suits players who prioritize control and a medium-pop feel, including intermediate players working on their dinks and third-shot drops. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is eligible for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat weight options are available for the Bantam EX-L?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bantam EX-L comes in a range of 7.8 oz to 8.4 oz, so you can pick the weight that matches your swing speed and control preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Bantam EX-L USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Bantam EX-L is USA Pickleball approved, making it eligible for 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 \/ Aurora","offer_id":67829121810665,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00956-01","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Wildfire","offer_id":67829121843433,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00956-02","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Riptide","offer_id":67829121876201,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00956-03","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Barium","offer_id":67829121908969,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00956-04","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Horizon","offer_id":67829121941737,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00956-05","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/30_483fce1f-4e7b-4f09-9356-c24a94fdd14e.png?v=1793548137","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/paddletek-bantam-ex-l-12-7mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}