Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) vs. Mach 2 Forza 16mm

Brand

Price

$200|Click for an updated price
$179.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1615.88

Width

7.88.12

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

X5 Polypropylene Honeycomb CorePolypropylene Honeycomb, Foam Walls

Facing Material

T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber FaceToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.18 - 8

Handle Length

5.35.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.15

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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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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) is more expensive ($200) than Mach 2 Forza 16mm ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) and Mach 2 Forza 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) has a greater length (16 inches) than Mach 2 Forza 16mm (15.88 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater width (8.12 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) (7.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater weight (8 oz) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Mach 2 Forza 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) (5.3 inches).

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