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Selkirk SLK Dauntless Widebody vs Spartus Apollo 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Selkirk SLK Dauntless Widebody
Spartus Apollo 16mm
Price
$180
$129.99
Swing Weight
110
109
Twist Weight
7.36
7.52
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
55.7 MPH
55.7 MPH
Pop
36.1 MPH
34.9 MPH
Spin
2020 RPM
2130 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 4
Gen 2
Balance
240mm
234mm

Selkirk SLK Dauntless Widebody

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 3%) — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Exceptional stability — 7.36 twist weight is top 3% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch Players
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: INF-BRAYDONU
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Spartus Apollo 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 76th percentile spin (2130 RPM) — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2130 RPM (76th percentile)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.52 twist weight is top 1% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 109 is in the 19th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (12th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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