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Bantam ALW-C 12.7mm

Anna Leigh Waters paddle: thin core, carbon face, instant acceleration. Speed you can feel on the first swing.

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Paddletek Bantam ALW-C 12.7mm pickleball paddle

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$249.99$149.99

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Specs

Shape
Hybrid (balanced)
Weight
Midweight (7.6–8.3 oz) (7.8–8.1 oz)
Core
Polymer honeycomb (soft, control)
Face
Carbon fiber (spin + control)
Core thickness
12.7 mm
Grip circumference
4.25"
Price
$149.99

The honest read

Power9/10
Control7/10
Forgiveness6/10
best with some experience

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