Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle: Specs, Weight and Who It Suits
The Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle lists at about $89.99 in a hybrid shape. Compared with the rest of our catalog, its price is $10 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track.
The listing does not state a weight, so check the product page or weigh it on arrival if weight matters to you.
hybrid shape · fiberglass face
Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle specs
| Brand | Paddletek |
|---|---|
| Listed price | $89.99 |
| Listed weight | Not stated in listing |
| Core thickness | Not stated in listing |
| Shape | hybrid |
| Face material | fiberglass |
| Core material | polymer honeycomb |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Claimed in listing |
Who is the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle for?
The listing does not state a weight, so check the product page or weigh it on arrival if weight matters to you.
The hybrid shape splits the difference between elongated reach and a standard paddle's forgiveness.
A fiberglass face tends to feel poppy and lively, with less natural bite for spin than raw carbon.
Not sure about weight or grip? Run the paddle weight calculator and the grip size calculator before buying.
How it compares
Against the 204 paddles we track, its price is $10 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $100 band. See every Paddletek paddle in the catalog.
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How much does the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle weigh?
The Amazon listing for this paddle does not state a weight, so we do not guess one. Check the product page, or weigh it when it arrives. Most adult paddles fall between 7.5 and 8.5 oz, with 7.8 to 8.2 oz the most common midweight range.
Is the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle good for beginners?
It is priced for regular players; a beginner can use it, but a cheaper paddle is fine while learning.
What core thickness is the Paddletek Bantam TS-5 Pickleball Paddle?
The listing does not state the core thickness. Most paddles use a 13, 14 or 16 mm core; if it matters to you, confirm on the product page or with the seller before buying.
This is researched general guidance, not professional advice. Specs and prices come from manufacturer listings and change often; confirm details on the product page before buying.