Edge 18k - Standard vs. SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series)
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | SelkirkSee all paddles |
Price | $229.95|Click for an updated price | $140|Selkirk Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.4 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.4 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Honeycomb | Rev-Core Control Polymer Core |
Facing Material | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber | T700 Raw Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8 | 7.7 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5.75 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.35 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
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?
Edge 18k - Standard is more expensive ($229.95) than SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) ($140).
Is there a difference in the core?
Edge 18k - Standard and SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Edge 18k - Standard and SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) have the same length (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Edge 18k - Standard has a greater width (7.5 inches) than SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) (7.4 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Edge 18k - Standard has a greater weight (8 oz) than SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) (7.85 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
SLK Halo - XL Parris Todd Signature (Control Series) has a greater handle length (5.75 inches) than Edge 18k - Standard (5.3 inches).
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