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Neonic Flare Prime X 14mm vs Selkirk Amped Epic Control
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Neonic Flare Prime X 14mm
Selkirk Amped Epic Control
Price
$139.99
$160
Swing Weight
107
105
Twist Weight
6.66
6.54
Weight
7.6 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57 MPH
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Pop
37.2 MPH
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Spin
2149 RPM
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Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 1
Balance
238mm
230mm
Neonic Flare Prime X 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 80th percentile spin (2149 RPM) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2149 RPM (80th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 13th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersDoubles SpecialistsPlayers with Arm IssuesSpin-Heavy Players
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
Selkirk Amped Epic Control
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (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
- +Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Code: INF-BRAYDONU
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