Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated
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- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- UPA-A
- Price
- $224.99
Our take on the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated
The Bantam Jolt features a 16mm “FlexCore” that consists of an EPP foam core with a scored grid pattern designed to enhance the pocketing effect on contact, otherwise known as dwell time. This helps players get a good feel for how the ball is going to react off the paddle face and also helps generate more spin and power.
Is the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated worth $224.99?
Yes. Even though it’s over $200, we think it delivers premium performance and is worth the price.
Who should buy the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated?
This paddle suits aggressive players who want to control the game with power.
Buy it if
- You're looking for a power paddle.
- You want something that pockets the ball nicely.
Skip it if
- You want a paddle geared toward control.
How does the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated play?
This paddle excels on aggressive shots, such as third-shot drives, attacks out of the air at the kitchen line and counters. The “FlexCore” technology also produces good feel for the ball on contact, so you can be confident when you’re taking an aggressive swing.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated?
This paddle fits in a good place in the modern paddle landscape, falling squarely in the power category without being uncontrollable.
Strengths
- Controllable power.
- Good stability for an elongated paddle.
- Low swing weight for an elongated paddle.
Trade-offs
- Doesn't have a durable grit coating.
Closest match we’ve tested
Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated vs Bread & Butter Loco 2
Same elongated shape, same 16mm Gen 4 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 114
- Twist Weight
- 6.2
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- UPA-A
10% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 118
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
10% off with code KITCHEN
10% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated
Is the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated approved for tournament play?
Yes. The paddle is UPA-A approved.
How does the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated compare to the Paddletek Tempest Veyra?
The Bantam Jolt line is built for power, while the Tempest Veyra line focuses more on control and feel.
How is the Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated different than the original Bantam paddles?
The Bantam Jolt line uses a full-foam construction with a new "FlexCore" design. The original Bantam paddles used a polypropylene honeycomb core.
What are some Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated alternatives?
How we test every paddle
Why trust our ratings? Every paddle is played by Team Kitchen, our team of expert paddle reviewers, and measured on the same scale before we rate it.
- Expert reviewers. All 5.0+ players, testing alongside other high-level players in their area.
- Hours of drills and games. Every kind of shot, in real points, to see how a paddle plays in a match and not just on paper.
- Measured on the same scale. Power, spin, swing weight and twist weight for every paddle, so any two compare fairly. The Paddletek Bantam Jolt Elongated measured power 88, spin 90, swing weight 114 and twist weight 6.2.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.