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Pickleball Apes Pro Line Energy S 16mm vs Selkirk SLK ERA Elongated 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Pickleball Apes Pro Line Energy S 16mm
Selkirk SLK ERA Elongated 16mm
Price
$169.99
$200
Swing Weight
119
118
Twist Weight
6.34
6.35
Weight
8.2 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16.5mm
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Power
57.2 MPH
58 MPH
Pop
36.3 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2192 RPM
2190 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
242mm
240mm
Pickleball Apes Pro Line Energy S 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 86th percentile spin (2192 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Outstanding spin at 2192 RPM — 86th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $169.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10%
Selkirk SLK ERA Elongated 16mm
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), 86th percentile spin (2190 RPM) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2190 RPM — 86th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
Cons
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
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