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Franklin FS Tour Tempo 12mm vs Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12.7mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin FS Tour Tempo 12mm
Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12.7mm
Price
$149.99
$199.99
Swing Weight
100
103
Twist Weight
6.04
6.7
Weight
7.4 oz
7.8 oz
Core
12mm
12.7mm
Power
56.3 MPH
55.9 MPH
Pop
36.8 MPH
37.2 MPH
Spin
2097.5 RPM
1979 RPM
Shape
Standard
Standard
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 1
Balance
232.5mm
230mm
Franklin FS Tour Tempo 12mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power, crisp 12mm feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.8 MPH (76th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Good spin generation at 2097.5 RPM (68th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 3% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (12mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 3%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Doubles Specialists
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Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12.7mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, crisp 12.7mm feel — a power option in a standard shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 89th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 103 is in the bottom 5% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (12.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 103 (bottom 5%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Doubles Specialists
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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