Hero vs. SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power)

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.616

Width

7.87.85

Core Thickness

013

Core Material

Honeycomb Rev-Power Polymer Core

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteG9 Power Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.8 - 8.2

Handle Length

54.85

Handle Grip Circumference

44.25

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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Selkirk

Selkirk

2014

Hayden, ID

37 paddles

Selkirk is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) is more expensive ($99) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) has a greater core thickness (13 mm) than Hero (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) has a greater length (16 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) has a greater width (7.85 inches) than Hero (7.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) has a greater weight (8 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Hero has a greater handle length (5 inches) than SLK Evo 2.0 - Max (Power) (4.85 inches).

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