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Bantam ALW-C 12.7mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 55.7 MPH power, crisp 12.7mm feel — a power option in a standard shape.

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Standard12.7mm coreCarbonGen 1Firepower BalancedPower

USAP approved since Sep 12, 2023

  • Certified under the previous test (before Oct 1, 2026)
  • Eligible for Pickleball Canada sanctioned play

Official USA Pickleball entry · Approved paddle tracker
Always confirm on the official USA Pickleball list before tournament play.

Specs & Lab Data

What do these mean?
Swing Weight
102
4th percentile
Twist Weight
6.53
65th percentile
Weight
7.7 oz
Core Thickness
12.7mm
Power
55.7 MPH
27th percentile
Pop
37.1 MPH
86th percentile
Spin
2098 RPM
Very High
Balance
233mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.25"
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Pros

  • +Exceptional pop at 37.1 MPH — 86th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Good spin generation at 2098 RPM (68th percentile)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 102 is in the bottom 4% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Thin core (12.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Lightweight at 7.7 oz (bottom 5%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Very light swing weight of 102 (bottom 4%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue

Best For

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Light swing weight (102, bottom 4%) with 37.1 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen

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Data sources

Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source), power, pop and spin from lab testing credited to Pickleball Effect. Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.