Paddletek Bantam TKO-CX
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Paddletek made a huge splash with its updated Bantam paddles in 2024 after going over a year without a new release. The TKO-CX stands out in the line with an extra long handle, which is what a majority of top players want as two-handed backhands have become more prevalent. The long handle also lets players whip through the hitting zone faster, generating more power and more spin. This paddle is a natural choice for singles players.
Paddletek released a new shape of the Bantam series -- the GTO-C -- in 2025. While we liked the hybrid shape of the GTO-C, we still think the original TKO-CX is the better of the two paddles.