Selkirk Vanguard S2 Control Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Price: $199.99. Swing weight: 105. Twist weight: 6.98. Weight: 8 oz. Spin: 1940 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Exceptional stability — 6.98 twist weight is 86th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.98 (86th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
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Selkirk
Vanguard S2 Control
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
$199.99
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Standard16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
105
Twist Weight
6.98
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Spin
1940 RPM
Grip Length
4.7"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.98 twist weight is 86th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.98 (86th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Lead Tape Optimizer
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