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Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti with 10 grams tungsten tape & 28-gram Slyce cap 16mm vs Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti with 10 grams tungsten tape & 28-gram Slyce cap 16mm
Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm
Price
$155
$199.99
Swing Weight
115
117
Twist Weight
7.4
7.42
Weight
9.1 oz
7.9 oz
Core
—
12.7mm
Power
57.3 MPH
—
Pop
36.1 MPH
—
Spin
2111 RPM
2020 RPM
Shape
—
Hybrid
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 1
Balance
216mm
246mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2Ti with 10 grams tungsten tape & 28-gram Slyce cap 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.3 MPH power, rock-solid stability (top 3%) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.3 MPH (79th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Good spin generation at 2111 RPM (72nd percentile)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.4 twist weight is top 3% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Competitive price at $155 (below the $190 average)
Cons
- −On the heavy side at 9.1 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power Players
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Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm
This paddle delivers crisp 12.7mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 2%) — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.42 twist weight is top 2% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Thin core (12.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Tennis Converts
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