Corto 16mm vs. Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight)
Brand | VolairSee all paddles | SelkirkSee all paddles |
Price | $99.99|Click for an updated price | $200|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 15.88 | 15.7 |
Width | 8.12 | 8.2 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | X5 Polypropylene Honeycomb Core |
Facing Material | Fiberglass | T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8 | 7.7 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 4.7 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.3 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Austin, TX
15 paddles
The Mach 1 FORZA is at a good price point for a thermoformed paddle. If you prefer elongated, they've got the Mach 2 FORZA. These feel like similar paddles to the Six Zero DBD. Both great paddles & at similar price points.
2014
Hayden, ID
37 paddles
While priced higher than other brands like VaticPro & SixZero, I think Selkirk does more to help grow the sport than most other brands. When purchasing from Selkirk Labs, you're investing in the R&D of paddle technology. If money is of no issue, the 006 is a great paddle.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) is more expensive ($200) than Corto 16mm ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Corto 16mm and Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Corto 16mm has a greater length (15.88 inches) than Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) (15.7 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) has a greater width (8.2 inches) than Corto 16mm (8.12 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Corto 16mm has a greater weight (8 oz) than Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) (7.800000000000001 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Corto 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - S2 (Lightweight) (4.7 inches).