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Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pro pickleball paddle
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Bantam TS-5 Pro Paddletek

Pickleball· Bantam

RR ScoreUpdated on 10/02/2026
4.6out of 5327 reviews
Version · 11 optionsBantam TS-5 ProChange

The Bantam TS-5 Pro is the evolution of the TS-5, with a thicker 14.3 mm core that spreads impact energy better and makes the paddle softer and more consistent across the whole face. It has a textured hybrid fiberglass and epoxy face, measures 16 x 7.875 inches and uses a 4.75-inch handle. It comes in two weight ranges, light at 7.0 to 7.5 oz and standard at 7.6 to 8.0 oz, and in two grip sizes, 4 1/8 or 4 3/8 inches. It is a control-oriented composite paddle, made in the USA, designed for players who play closer to the net.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
7.6 oz
Core thickness
14.3 mm
Face material
Hybrid fiberglass and epoxy…
Core
Polymer honeycomb
Width
7.9 in
Length
16 in

LevelsBeginner, Intermediate

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Soft, consistent feel from the 14.3 mm core
  • Weight and grip options
  • Textured face helps with spin
  • Made in the USA

Cons

  • Less power than thin-core paddles
  • Short handle for two-handed backhands
  • Composite face is less durable than carbon
Ideal for
Control players who want a soft composite paddle with weight and grip options.
Levels
Beginner, Intermediate

Specs

Construction
Face materialHybrid fiberglass and epoxy…Medium confidence
CorePolymer honeycombMedium confidence
Core thickness14.3 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedNo dataMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.6 ozlight 7.0 to 7.5 oz; standard 7.6 to 8.0 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%50
Approval from players35%78

The RR Score is not yet a precise figure. It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy.

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4.6327 reviews
  • Pickleball Central4.8 · 192 reviews
  • Amazon4.3 · 135 reviews

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