{"product_id":"paddletek-bantam-gto-c-pickleball-paddle","title":"Paddletek Bantam GTO-C – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Paddletek Bantam GTO-C is a Bantam Carbon Series paddle with an aerodynamic, tapered head and a hybrid shape for both baseline and kitchen play. It suits active players who want more swing speed and a larger sweet spot. Its main difference is a head-heavy balance designed to add hitting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw carbon face – maximum spin potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBantam PolyCore with Quick Response Technology – fast, stable response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered aerodynamic head – quicker swings through the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShot Protection Edge Guard – reduces vibration and protects the paddle\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\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.25 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.75 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 oz \/ 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFace Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePT-700 Unidirectional 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 PolyCore with Quick Response Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted in Niles, Michigan, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GTO-C suits advanced players who attack from the baseline and want extra pop. Its head-heavy feel and larger sweet spot reward confident swings, but it is less forgiving for newer players. USA Pickleball approved, so it is legal for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich thickness should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12.7 mm version gives a little more control and feel, while the 14.3 mm version offers more power. Pick based on your playing style and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Bantam GTO-C USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Bantam GTO-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 \/ Ocean Blue","offer_id":67829151432937,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-01","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Fire Red","offer_id":67829151465705,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-02","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Knockout Pink","offer_id":67829151498473,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-03","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Titanium White","offer_id":67829151531241,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-04","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Ocean Blue","offer_id":67829151564009,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-05","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Fire Red","offer_id":67829151596777,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-06","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Knockout Pink","offer_id":67829151629545,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-07","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.3 mm \/ Titanium White","offer_id":67829151662313,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00536-08","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_c45cf2b9-f5e0-4e4e-804d-8c3572f70bc3.png?v=1793548520","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/paddletek-bantam-gto-c-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}