{"product_id":"paddletek-bantam-ts-5-pickleball-paddle","title":"Paddletek Bantam TS-5 – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Paddletek Bantam TS-5 is a pickleball paddle built around a Bantam PolyCore honeycomb core and a textured fiberglass epoxy hybrid face. It suits players who want a balance of control, power and forgiveness without a heavy feel. Its main strength is a steady, accurate swing that stays easy to manage through a full match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBantam PolyCore honeycomb core – absorbs force and reduces vibration for a stable, accurate feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured fiberglass epoxy hybrid face – grips the ball well for better control on serves and counterattacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight build at 7 – 7.5 oz – easy to adjust power and speed while staying agile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 1\/4\" handle circumference – comfortable hold for steady control in every rally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 oz, 7.5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 5\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\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\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\u003eTextured Fiberglass Epoxy Hybrid\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\u003ePaddle Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7 mm\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 want control first, with enough power to finish points. It is a good fit for intermediate players and for those moving up from beginner paddles. USA Pickleball approved, so it is legal for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Bantam TS-5 is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat weight is the Bantam TS-5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes in 7 oz and 7.5 oz options, so you can choose the weight that suits your swing.\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":67829144551657,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00954-01","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Wildfire","offer_id":67829144584425,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00954-02","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Riptide","offer_id":67829144617193,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00954-03","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Barium","offer_id":67829144649961,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00954-04","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12.7 mm \/ Horizon","offer_id":67829144682729,"sku":"PAD-PAD-00954-05","price":126.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/30_44863560-46fd-411c-b35c-07bcb31b582d.png?v=1793548384","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/paddletek-bantam-ts-5-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}