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Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 14.3mm vs Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 14.3mm
Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
Price
$249.99
$280
Swing Weight
118
120
Twist Weight
6.6
6.64
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
14.3mm
15.5mm
Power
56.8 MPH
57 MPH
Pop
37.4 MPH
37.4 MPH
Spin
2075 RPM
2102 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1
Gen 2
Balance
245mm
243mm
Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 14.3mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles Players
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Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2102 RPM (69th percentile)
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (81th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles Players
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