SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) vs. Edge 18k - Power
Brand | SelkirkSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $100|Selkirk Click for an updated price | $239.95|Diadem Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.85 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Rev-Control Polymer Core | Honeycomb |
Facing Material | G8 Power Carbon Fiber | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.6 - 8.1 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 4.85 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Edge 18k - Power is more expensive ($239.95) than SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) ($100).
Is there a difference in the core?
SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) and Edge 18k - Power have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Edge 18k - Power has a greater length (16.4 inches) than SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) has a greater width (7.85 inches) than Edge 18k - Power (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Edge 18k - Power has a greater weight (8 oz) than SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) (7.85 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Edge 18k - Power has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than SLK Evo 2.0 - XL x The Holderness Family (Control) (4.85 inches).
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