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Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C 14mm vs Selkirk SLK ERA Widebody 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C 14mm
Selkirk SLK ERA Widebody 16mm
Price
$209.99
$200
Swing Weight
112
112
Twist Weight
7.19
7.05
Weight
8.2 oz
8.1 oz
Core
14.3mm
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Power
56.8 MPH
57.6 MPH
Pop
37.2 MPH
37.3 MPH
Spin
2302 RPM
2203 RPM
Shape
Wide body
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 1
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Balance
237mm
237mm
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, top 5% spin (2302 RPM), rock-solid stability (top 7%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2302 RPM — top 5% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 7% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power
Best For
Spin-Heavy Players
Selkirk SLK ERA Widebody 16mm
This paddle delivers 83th percentile power (57.6 MPH), 87th percentile spin (2203 RPM), rock-solid stability (88th percentile) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.6 MPH (83th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.3 MPH — top 10% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2203 RPM — 87th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.05 twist weight is 88th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
Cons
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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