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Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12mm vs Ronbus Ripple R2 - Beta 1 Version 14mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12mm
Ronbus Ripple R2 - Beta 1 Version 14mm
Price
$249.99
$250
Swing Weight
103
104
Twist Weight
6.6
6.1
Weight
7.6 oz
7.8 oz
Power
58.3 MPH
58.9 MPH
Pop
37.8 MPH
38 MPH
Spin
2339 RPM
2344 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
232mm
232mm

Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C 12mm

This paddle delivers top 8% power (58.3 MPH), top 3% spin (2339 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.3 MPH puts it in the top 8% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.8 MPH — top 7% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2339 RPM — top 3% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 103 is in the bottom 5% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Lightweight at 7.6 oz (bottom 3%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

    Best For

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    Ronbus Ripple R2 - Beta 1 Version 14mm

    This paddle delivers top 4% power (58.9 MPH), top 2% spin (2344 RPM) — a versatile option.

    Pros

    • +Elite power — 58.9 MPH puts it in the top 4% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
    • +Exceptional pop at 38 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
    • +Outstanding spin at 2344 RPM — top 2% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
    • +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 7% (avg 114), easy to maneuver

    Cons

      Best For

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