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Babolat WZRD 20mm vs Selkirk Amped Pro Air Epic 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Babolat WZRD 20mm
Selkirk Amped Pro Air Epic 16mm
Price
$219
$180
Swing Weight
109
111
Twist Weight
6.41
6.67
Weight
8.6 oz
8 oz
Core
20mm
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Power
55.4 MPH
56.9 MPH
Pop
34.5 MPH
36 MPH
Spin
2192 RPM
2252 RPM
Shape
Wide body
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
227mm
240mm

Babolat WZRD 20mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 86th percentile spin (2192 RPM) — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Outstanding spin at 2192 RPM — 86th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 109 is in the 19th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 55.4 MPH (20th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.5 MPH (bottom 6%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Control / Touch PlayersSpin-Heavy Players

Selkirk Amped Pro Air Epic 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, top 9% spin (2252 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2252 RPM — top 9% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)

Cons

    Best For

    Spin-Heavy Players

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