Mach 2 Forza 16mm vs. AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen

Brand

Price

$179.99|Click for an updated price
$150|Selkirk Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.8815.75

Width

8.128

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene Honeycomb, Foam WallsPolypropylene X5 Core

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon FiberFiberFlex Fiberglass

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 87.8 - 8.4

Handle Length

5.55.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.154.25

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Volair

Volair

2022

Austin, TX

15 paddles

Volair is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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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?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm is more expensive ($179.99) than AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen ($150).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm and AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater length (15.88 inches) than AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen (15.75 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater width (8.12 inches) than AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen (8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Mach 2 Forza 16mm (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than AMPED - Epic Wes Gabrielsen (5.25 inches).

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