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Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm

A well-rounded paddle with balanced characteristics across all specs.

$199.99

At paddletek.com, checked 2026-11-15

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Hybrid14.3mm coreCarbonGen 1All-Court

USAP approved since Jun 18, 2025

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

Official USA Pickleball entry · Approved paddle tracker
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Specs & Lab Data

What do these mean?
Swing Weight
115
55th percentile
Twist Weight
6.72
77th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
14.3mm
Spin
2078 RPM
Balance
242mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
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      Tennis Converts

      Swing weight of 115 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis

      Pros who play the Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm

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      Allison Phillips
      PPA #79 (women)
      Audrey Adele Brown
      PPA #124 (women)

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