Selkirk Sport
Selkirk Sport AMPED Pro Air Epic
The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic is a midweight, power-leaning all-court paddle with strong spin and a long handle. It suits players who want easier pace, quick attacks, and enough control for kitchen shots.
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Is this paddle right for you?
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Overview
The paddle has a 16mm X5+ raw honeycomb core and a fiberglass face. Its 7.8-8.2-ounce weight sits in the midweight range, while the standard 15.75-by-8-inch shape balances reach and maneuverability. The 5.25-inch handle gives you room for a two-handed backhand or extra leverage on serves and drives.
The thick core and fiberglass face produce a lively, direct response. Reviewers describe the frame as maneuverable with very high spin potential, but off-center hits can feel harsh. The face also feels bouncy on some slower rolls, so centered contact and controlled grip pressure matter when you want precise placement.
Play style
This paddle leans toward power without giving up an all-court role. Reviewers found it easy to generate pace on serves and drives without overswinging, while the maneuverable frame supports quick flicks, speed-ups, and last-second attacks. Its 15.75-inch length adds useful reach without making the paddle unwieldy.
You can use it for dinks, drops, and resets, but it favors players who are willing to manage a lively response. If soft, muted feedback is your priority, look elsewhere. If you want baseline pace, high spin, and aggressive transition shots, this is a better fit.
Best for
- Baseline players who want easier power on serves and drives
- Attack-minded players who rely on quick flicks and speed-ups
- Players who want high spin without switching to a heavier paddle
- Two-handed backhand players who value a longer handle
- Players moving up from a budget paddle who want more pace and consistency
Look elsewhere if
- Players who want soft, muted feedback on every contact
- Players who often hit off-center and dislike harsher feedback
- Players who want very predictable height on off-speed rolls
- Players whose main priority is touch over power and attack potential
Strengths
- High spin potential, according to the paddle review
- Easy pace on serves and drives from its power-leaning fiberglass setup
- Quick handling from its maneuverable midweight construction
- Long 5.25-inch handle supports two-handed backhands and extra leverage
- 16mm core offers enough thickness for an all-court balance of power and control
Things to consider
- Off-center hits can produce harsher feedback
- The fiberglass face can feel bouncy on off-speed rolls
- You may need time to control shot height and placement
- The power-leaning response rewards consistent grip pressure and contact
- Its 8-inch width gives less reach than an elongated paddle
Specs
| Brand | Selkirk Sport |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8 oz |
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Core material | X5+ raw honeycomb core |
| Face | Fiberglass |
| Face material | Fiberglass |
| Shape | Standard |
| Length | 15.75 in |
| Width | 8 in |
| Handle length | 5.25 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.25 in |
| Handle | Open-throat handle |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Specs come from the seller's product listing and may be incomplete or change between batches. Double-check before you buy.
Sources
- Paddle Review: Selkirk AMPED Pro Air - PickleballCentral.com
- Selkirk Sport Amped Pro Air Epic — Overview | PickleballTrue
- Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic Pickleball Paddle | Selkirk Sport - We Are Pickleball
- Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Pickleball Paddle | Selkirk Sport - We Are Pickleball
- Selkirk Sport Selkirk AMPED Pro Air - Epic - Pickleball Paddle - Shop