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Selkirk Luxx Control Air S2 vs Selkirk Vanguard S2 Control
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Selkirk Luxx Control Air S2
Selkirk Vanguard S2 Control
Price
$249.99
$199.99
Swing Weight
109
105
Twist Weight
7.11
6.98
Weight
8.3 oz
8 oz
Core
20mm
16mm
Power
50.3 MPH
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Pop
32.9 MPH
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Spin
1881 RPM
1940 RPM
Shape
Standard
Standard
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
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Balance
233mm
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Selkirk Luxx Control Air S2
This paddle delivers control-oriented 50.3 MPH power, plush 20mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 9%) — a control option in a standard shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.11 twist weight is top 9% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Thick 20mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
Cons
- −Below-average power at 50.3 MPH (bottom 1%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 32.9 MPH (bottom 1%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (top 9%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
BeginnersControl / Touch Players
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Selkirk Vanguard S2 Control
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.98 twist weight is 87th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +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
Cons
- −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
Beginners
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