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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (VANGUARD Power Air - Epic) vs Reach-leaning (Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm)).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with VANGUARD Power Air - Epic (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) (longer length or grip).
If you want value, start with VANGUARD Power Air - Epic (lower listed price).
Best-for highlights
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm)
Reach-leaning
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic
Forgiveness-leaningValue-leaning
Key differences
- Minimum price: VANGUARD Power Air - Epic is cheaper by $90.05 ($279.95 vs $370.00)
- Length: Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) is longer by 19mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.7 in (400 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: VANGUARD Power Air - Epic is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Face material: Carbon Fiber vs Hybrid Blend of Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Price$370
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
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VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
Price$280
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness13 mm
CorePolymer Honeycomb
These paddles differ in price, dimensions and materials.
Price:$280 – $370
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Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
Minimum priceDifferent
$90 rangeBantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
$370.00
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
$279.95
Maximum priceDifferent
$20 rangeBantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
$370.00
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
$349.95
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
15.7 in (400 mm)
WidthDifferent
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
7.5 in (191 mm)
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
8 in (203 mm)
Materials
Face materialDifferent
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Carbon Fiber
VANGUARD Power Air - Epic – 13mm
Hybrid Blend of Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber
How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material