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Bantam EX-L Pro Paddletek

Pickleball· Bantam

Very goodUpdated on 2026-10-02
4.6out of 5261 reviews
Version · 13 optionsBantam EX-L ProChange

The Bantam EX-L Pro takes the EX-L recipe and thickens the core to 14.3 mm, aiming for more control and a smoother feel without losing the weight that gives stability. It has a polycarbonate face, a polymer honeycomb core and weighs between 8.2 and 8.8 oz, one of the heaviest in the line. It measures 16 x 7.875 inches, with a 4.75 inch handle and a thin 4 1/8 or thick 4 3/8 grip. The mass helps block hard shots and push the drive, while the thick core makes dinks and drops more predictable.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
8.5 oz
Core thickness
14.3 mm
Face material
Policarbonato
Core
Polymer honeycomb
Width
7.9 in
Length
16 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Very stable on blocks
  • High weight helps generate power
  • 14.3 mm core with a predictable feel
  • Thin or thick grip options

Cons

  • Weight tires the arm in long matches
  • Slower hands in quick exchanges
  • Little spin from the polycarbonate face
Ideal for
Those who like a heavy, stable paddle, with control for net play and blocks.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced

Specs

Construction
Face materialPolicarbonatoMedium confidence
CorePolymer honeycombMedium confidence
Core thickness14.3 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedNo dataMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight8.5 oz8.2 to 8.8 ozMedium confidence
Width7.9 inMedium confidence
Length16 inMedium confidence
Grip length4.8 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.1 in4 1/8 in (thin) or 4 3/8 in (thick)Medium confidence
ShapeStandardMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%63
Approval from players35%79

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4.6261 reviews
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  • Amazon4.6 · 192 reviews

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