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Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 14.3 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle

96Universal Acclaim

The Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 14.3 is praised for its excellent power, control, and generous sweet spot, making it a strong upgrade from the original model. The short handle is a notable consideration—some players appreciate it for maneuverability, while others may need adjustment time.

Sentiment Breakdown

100 positive / 0 neutral / 0 negative

Pros

  • Exceptional power and pop for a square paddle
  • Large, generous sweet spot
  • Excellent control and consistency
  • Super maneuverable in hand battles
  • Significant upgrade from original model

Cons

  • Short handle requires adjustment period for some
  • High pop can be difficult to control initially

What Reviewers Mention

Power
100% of reviews
Handle Length
100% of reviews
Control
67% of reviews
Sweet Spot
67% of reviews
Maneuverability
67% of reviews

Specifications

Face MaterialCarbon Fiber
Exit Velocity40.44 mph mph
Spin Rate1055.15 rpm rpm
Consistency3.12 sd sd
Swing Weight821.03 oz/sq in oz/sq in
Twist Weight30.46 oz/sq in oz/sq in
Balance Point9.41 in in

Where to Buy

Most Recent Reviews: Showing 3 reviews

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JustPaddles

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100Universal Acclaim

Love the paddle control. — Pros: Nice sweet large sweet spot. Has good control. — Cons: I like a smaller grip. I will change the grip. That is just my preference. I use a two handed back hand and the handle length is 1/4 inch smaller than my former paddle but I’m getting use to it.

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JustPaddles

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100Universal Acclaim

A LOT OF POWER AND POP! — Pros: Super maneuverable paddle with lot of power and pop for the shape. Great sweet spot size due to the shape and super fast in hands battles. — Cons: The handle is very short but that is a good thing for some just be aware of that. It can be hard to control if you don't get used to the pop.

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Pickleheads

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90Universal Acclaim

This is a big, big upgrade from the original model (read our initial Paddletek Bantam ALW-C review). This model has a longer handle and a lot more power and spin. I feel like ALW out there—my two-handed backhands are consistent and strong. While it doesn't have the pop and power of the elongated Paddletek Bantam TKO-C, it's very powerful for a square paddle. Built for intermediate to advanced players, it can take time to adjust on control. However, if you want a super-fast, lightweight paddle...

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