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Selkirk Amped Epic Control vs SLK Evo Soft Max
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Selkirk Amped Epic Control
SLK Evo Soft Max
Price
$100
$119.99
Swing Weight
105
105
Twist Weight
6.54
6.5
Weight
8 oz
7.8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Spin
—
1296 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Standard
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1
—
Balance
230mm
—
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 9% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
- +Great value at $100 — cheaper than 91% of paddles (avg $190)
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 9%) 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
BeginnersBudget-Conscious Buyers
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SLK Evo Soft Max
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 9% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
- +Great value at $119.99 — cheaper than 87% of paddles (avg $190)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1296 RPM (bottom 2%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 9%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersPlayers with Arm IssuesBudget-Conscious Buyers
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