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Selkirk VANGUARD Control- Epic Pickleball Paddle

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About This Item

The Vanguard Control is an Elite Raw Carbon Paddle with Supreme Spin. Crafted for players who crave unwavering consistency, the Vanguard Control is specially engineered to make the execution of precise shots effortless. Ideal for skill play, such as third shot drops and resets, the innovative paddle technology maintains the unwavering control you know and love from the Vanguard Series, while adding a punch of spin and precision.Epic | Long Handle & Standard Paddle Shape: Pairing a traditional Pickleball paddle shape with a large surface area and a long handle, the Epic delivers the perfect blend of power and control. Versatile and well-rounded, the Epic paddle shape is ideal for the beginner and the seasoned pro..

BENEFITS & FEATURES:

  • Epic Long Handle & Standard Paddle Shape: Pairing a traditional Pickleball paddle shape with a large surface area and a long handle, the Epic delivers the perfect blend of power and control. Versatile and well-rounded, the Epic paddle shape is ideal for the beginner and the seasoned pro
  • EdgeSentry™: Low-profile, lightweight and durable edge guard technology for a well-balanced, solid paddle
  • Raw Carbon Face: Featuring a T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber construction, which enhances the paddles overall performance and durability
  • Octagonal Grip: Introducing a new and improved octagonal grip design, offering players greater control and maneuverability on the court. This updated octogonal grip technology not only feels comfortable in hand, it also improves shot accuracy and responsiveness
  • X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core: Featuring an upgraded X5+ 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, providing enhanced control and consistency. Developed in Selkirk labs for project 006, this innovative core technology helps absorb the vibration of the ball, while providing a larger sweet spot and a softer overall feel
  • Brand : SELKIRK SPORT
  • Country of Origin : United States of America
  • Web ID: 24TAQAVNGRDCNTRLPTNN
  • SKU: 26413617
Average Midweight: 7.7 - 8.1 oz
Average Lightweight: 7.3 - 7.6 oz
Height: 16”
Width: 7.8”
Thickness: 16mm
Grip Length: 5.3”
Grip Circumference: 4.25”
Sweetspot size: 8

REVIEWS

4.8
95%
Recommended

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Era Wide Body

Really like the Era wide body. Good control and plenty of power. My wife bought it for me for Christmas, I probably would have gone with the longer Era, but this one is great!

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Intermediate Older Player

Paddle wgt., perfect; grip, comfortable; core, solid

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3 1/2 Stars

It's taking me awhile to get used to this paddle. Selkirk said I would notice an improvement in my game from day 1, but that wasn't the case. It was so lightweight that my serves were weaker and on a few hard shots at me, the paddle turned in my hand. Other reviews said it would take a while to break it in and I DO like it better each time I use it. I'm not a power player (but I want some power for some shots), but I was looking for more control and less pop-ups--and I'm making progress on those so I think I'll keep it.

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Execution

The paddle has excellent spin capabilities. The grip is firm.

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Lighter Weight, Comfortable Grip

I purchased this paddle after experiencing elbow pain with a prior paddle. This one is noticeably lighter without giving up paddle size or handle length.

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