Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle: Specs, Weight and Who It Suits
The Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle lists at about $120.00, weighs a stated 7.9 oz in a hybrid shape. Compared with the rest of our catalog, it is 0.10 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is $20 above the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track.
At a listed 7.9 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
7.9 oz listed · hybrid shape · carbon fiber face
Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle specs
| Brand | Paddletek |
|---|---|
| Listed price | $120.00 |
| Listed weight | 7.9 oz (224 g), midweight |
| Core thickness | Not stated in listing |
| Shape | hybrid |
| Face material | carbon fiber |
| Core material | Not stated in listing |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Claimed in listing |
Who is the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle for?
At a listed 7.9 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
The hybrid shape splits the difference between elongated reach and a standard paddle's forgiveness.
A carbon fiber face generally grips the ball well for spin and feels more controlled than fiberglass.
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, it is 0.10 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is $20 above the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $150 band. See every Paddletek paddle in the catalog. Other paddles at this weight: 7.9 oz paddles.
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How much does the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle weigh?
The listing gives 7.9 oz (about 224 g), which puts it in the mid class. Individual paddles vary slightly from the stated figure, often by a tenth of an ounce or so. Use the paddle weight calculator to see whether that weight suits your build and play style.
Is the Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid 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 GTO-C 12.7mm Hybrid 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.