
Paddletek
Bantam TS-5 Pro
A classic 16 × 8 standard-shape paddle with a light, quick feel and Paddletek's lifetime performance guarantee. A sensible first serious paddle for under $100.
- Shape
- Standard
- Core
- 14.3mm
- Face
- Fiberglass

Selkirk
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Lowest price we found: JustPaddles, checked Oct 20. Prices change; the store's page is what you pay.
The wider 8-inch Geo with a 14mm honeycomb core and raw T700 carbon face, suited to newer players who want a forgiving, quick-handling paddle.
Scores are estimated from published specs with a transparent formula, not from lab testing.
Specs checked against Selkirk's official product page on Oct 20, 2026. Selkirk lists an average weight of 7.8-8.1 oz (stored as the midpoint) and averages of 107 swingweight and 7.5 twistweight, at $100 with no sale. Manufacturers change specs and prices; the brand page is the source of truth.

Paddletek
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