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ProKennex Black Ace 14 vs Selkirk Power Air Epic

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
ProKennex Black Ace 14
Selkirk Power Air Epic
Price
$279
$249.99
Swing Weight
102
104
Twist Weight
6.57
6.35
Weight
7.8 oz
8 oz
Core
14mm
13mm
Power
54.9 MPH
53.2 MPH
Pop
37.1 MPH
36.6 MPH
Spin
2042 RPM
1884 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Fiberglass
Build
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
Balance
224mm
229mm

ProKennex Black Ace 14

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.9 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 102 is in the bottom 4% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Very light swing weight of 102 (bottom 4%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Premium price at $279 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Doubles Specialists
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBEFFECT
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Selkirk Power Air Epic

This paddle delivers control-oriented 53.2 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel — a power option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 6% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 53.2 MPH (bottom 2%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 6%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue

Best For

Doubles Specialists
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: INF-BRAYDONU
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