Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Epic Pickleball Paddle

Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Epic Pickleball Paddle

The Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Epic Pickleball Paddle is the perfect paddle for you as a power player. Besides offering plenty of power, it also boasts excellent grip thanks to its fiberglass and carbon fiber blend. The large surface area provides a large sweet spot for superior control.

It is the favorite paddle of many tennis players, but not only them.

In the "Epic" version, the paddle has a longer handle than the other two variants ( S2 and Invikta ) and, as already mentioned, a larger sweet spot for increased accuracy.

Characteristics

• Player level: Advanced / Pro
• Surface: Hybrid mixture of fiberglass and carbon fiber
• Core: Honeycomb polymer
• Thickness: 12.7 mm (thin, therefore high power)
• Weight: 218-230 g (medium weight, very agile due to its shape)
• Width: 20.3 cm (one of the wider paddles)
• Length: 40.0 cm (normal length)
• Handle length: 13.3 cm (playable with two hands)
• Grip circumference: 10.8 cm

Selkirk description

The Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Epic pickleball paddle, the culmination of over two years of research and development in collaboration with top pickleball professionals like Tyson McGuffin, meets the VANGUARD Power Air's requirements for power and spin.

As professional pickleball has increasingly focused on power and spin over the past two years, the wider community has discovered the advantages of these attributes, particularly when it comes to dominating opponents. VANGUARD Power Air technology was developed to support these players, providing a paddle that allows for complete court control with power and maximum spin.

The first iteration of this technology was developed at Selkirk Labs and introduced as Project 002. Power Air utilizes feedback from Labs members and optimizes the 002 by offering additional control through the SuperCore , improved consistency with 360° Proto Molding and aerodynamics, and next-level edge durability with Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless technology .

While edgeless technology has been around for several years, Selkirk has committed to introducing many new performance innovations for edgeless paddles. The Power Air focuses on durability, offers a premium feel, complete with a polymer honeycomb core, and is the power paddle the pickleball community has been asking for.

Power Air Overview

• The preferred paddle for power players
• Generates maximum spin for controlled, aggressive drives.
• Features a larger sweet spot than conventional power paddles.
• Due to its exceptional ball spin, it produces shots that are difficult to return.
• Delivers relentless power with a surprising amount of control
• Undoubtedly the most aerodynamic of all Selkirk paddles
• The ideal paddle for singles and tennis players

Power Air technology

• Air Dynamic Throat: Developed in Selkirk Labs with Project 002 and finely tuned to offer maximum flex, the Air Dynamic Throat is now larger and even closer to the grip, providing optimal airflow and improved ball control.
• ThroatFlex: Our new open-throat ThroatFlex design is engineered to provide maximum flex upon contact with the ball, extending dwell time on the paddle and improving power play for unbeatable consistency.
• ProSpin+ NextGen Texture for long-lasting, maximum spin surface: Our ProSpin+ NextGen Micro Texture technology was developed in Selkirk Labs to generate more spin than any other technology on the market, putting the ball on the line with ease to dominate the pitch.
• QuadFlex 4 Layer Hybrid Face: Initiated in Selkirk Labs with Project 002, the QuadFlex 4 Layer Hybrid Face features a unique blend of two layers of Fiberflex and two layers of Quantum+ Carbon for effortless power and control.
• 360° Proto-Molding: The 360° Proto-Molding technology was developed to provide 360-degree composite coverage using a proprietary high-pressure manufacturing process.
• Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless Technology: Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless Technology was introduced to increase edge reliability in conjunction with the FlexFoam edge perimeter. It consists of our special, impact-resistant blend of composite materials and polymer.
• FlexFoam Perimeter: Our FlexFoam Perimeter technology is achieved by injecting a specially formulated foam around the entire circumference of the paddle. This increases durability, adds weight, enlarges the sweet spot, and absorbs vibrations with every stroke for a stable, reliable feel. This technology was originally developed at Selkirk Labs for Project 002.
• SuperCore Polymer Honeycomb Core: The groundbreaking SuperCore made of polypropylene with a honeycomb structure was developed for the QuadFlex face and offers maximum power while improving your ball control.

Epic | Long handle and square paddle shape : The Epic combines a traditional pickleball paddle shape with a large surface area and a long handle, offering the perfect blend of power and control. The versatile and rounded Epic paddle shape is ideal for beginners and experienced professionals alike.

Made in USA