Fonte: [Paddletek](https://paddletek.com) # Bantam EX-L Paddletek Pickleball · Bantam Updated on 10/02/2026 4.6 out of 5 542 reviews Version · 11 options Bantam EX-L Change - [Bantam EX-L8.1 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-ex-l/) - [Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm7.9 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-gto-c-14-3mm/) - [Bantam ALW-C 14.3mm7.7 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-alw-c-14-3mm/) - [Bantam TKO-CX 14.3mm7.9 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-tko-cx-14-3mm/) - [Bantam TKO-C 14.3mm7.9 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-tko-c-14-3mm/) - [Bantam EX-L Pro8.5 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-ex-l-pro/) - [Bantam TS-57.3 ozBadminton Warehouse](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-ts-5/) - [Bantam TS-5 Pro7.6 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-ts-5-pro/) - [Bantam ALW-C 12.7mm7.7 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-alw-c-12-7mm-2024/) - [Bantam ESQ-C 14.3mm7.7 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-esq-c-14-3mm-2024/) - [Bantam Sabre Pro8.2 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/paddletek/bantam-sabre-pro/) The Bantam EX-L is the paddle that made Paddletek famous and spent years on the podiums of American tournaments. It is a medium-weight composite, between 7.8 and 8.4 oz, with a 12.7 mm Bantam PolyCore polymer honeycomb core and a standard shape of about 15.6 x 7.875 inches. The handle is 5 1/8 inches with a medium 4 1/4 grip. It delivers a responsive, stable ball exit, good for those who want controlled power with a traditional, durable paddle, made in the USA. Price shown at the store This store only shows the price on its own site. [See price at Amazon](https://racquetrank.com/go/01M49QVSGNT0HXWA0D09R2CGMA) ## Offers 1 offer | Store | Reference price | Updated | Go to store | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Amazon | Price shown at the store | – | See price at Amazon | We may earn a commission from the stores listed, at no extra cost to you. - The price is from the last check at the store and may have changed. The price at the store at checkout is what counts. - Links are found automatically and may lead to another color, version or size. Check at the store. ## Price history Not enough price history yet. ## Strengths and watch-outs ## Pros - Medium weight that gives stability and power - Lively response from the 12.7 mm core - Durable, proven construction - Handle slightly longer than its sisters' ## Cons - Little spin by current standards - Less soft feel than 16 mm cores - Standard shape with limited reach - Ideal for: Intermediate who wants a classic, stable composite paddle with just the right amount of power. - Levels: Beginner, Intermediate ## Specs | Face material | Composite | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Core | Polymer honeycomb (Bantam PolyCore) | Medium confidence | | Core thickness | 12.7 mm | Medium confidence | | Edge protection | Yes | Medium confidence | | Thermoformed | No data | Medium confidence | | USA Pickleball approved | No data | Medium confidence | | Weight | 8.1 oz7.8 to 8.4 oz | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Width | 7.9 in | Medium confidence | | Length | 15.6 in | Medium confidence | | Grip length | 5.1 in | Medium confidence | | Grip circumference | 4.3 in | Medium confidence | | Shape | Standard | Medium confidence | ## Buyer reviews Average of the ratings given at each store, weighted by how many reviews each one has. Store ratings may reflect the store experience (shipping, service), not only the racquet. 4.6 4.6 out of 5 542 reviews - Pickleball Central 4.8 · 286 reviews - Amazon 4.5 · 256 reviews ## Community 0 review(s) and comment(s) No reviews yet. Have you played with the Bantam EX-L Paddletek? 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