Selkirk Sport
Selkirk Sport Dauntless
The Selkirk Sport Dauntless is a control-leaning, all-court paddle with an elongated shape. It suits players moving beyond an entry-level paddle who want more reach, spin, and room for a two-handed backhand.
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Overview
The Dauntless uses a 16 mm PureFoam SoloCore and a T700 Raw Carbon Fiber face. Its elongated 16.5-inch by 7.45-inch shape favors reach and plow-through over the broader sweet spot of a widebody paddle. The 5.8-inch handle also leaves useful room for two-handed backhands.
Selkirk describes it as an all-court paddle with a control lean, while its specifications support a balance of reach, dwell time, and stability. The carbon face is intended to add spin, power, and dwell time. Its 4.25-inch grip circumference gives you a fairly standard hand fit, but grip comfort still depends on your hand size and preferred overgrip.
Play style
This paddle fits players who want consistent control without giving up dependable power. The 16 mm core and control-leaning design suit resets, drops, and soft hands at the kitchen, while the elongated shape helps on drives and balls that stretch your reach.
The raw carbon face supports spin-focused play, and Selkirk rates the paddle strongly for spin, control, power, and sweet spot. The longer handle suits two-handed backhands and bigger swings from the baseline. Choose a widebody instead if you value the largest possible sweet spot and a more uniform feel across the face.
Best for
- Players upgrading from an entry-level paddle
- Two-handed backhand players who want a longer handle
- Baseline players who need extra reach and plow-through
- All-court players who prioritize control but still want reliable power
- Players entering leagues, tournaments, or frequent open play
Look elsewhere if
- Players who want the largest possible sweet spot
- Players who prefer a compact, maneuverable widebody shape
- Players seeking a strongly power-first paddle
- Players who dislike elongated paddles or longer handles
Strengths
- The 16 mm core supports a control-focused all-court setup.
- The T700 Raw Carbon Fiber face is intended to provide spin, power, and dwell time.
- The 16.5-inch elongated shape adds reach and plow-through.
- The 5.8-inch handle provides room for two-handed backhands.
- Selkirk rates its spin, control, power, and sweet spot highly within the product information.
Things to consider
- The 7.45-inch width gives you less face area than a widebody shape.
- The elongated shape may feel less forgiving than a widebody if you regularly miss the center.
- Its control lean may not suit players who want maximum power on every shot.
- Check the 4.25-inch grip circumference against your hand size and overgrip preference.
Specs
| Brand | Selkirk Sport |
|---|---|
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Core material | 16 mm PureFoam SoloCore |
| Face | Carbon fiber |
| Face material | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.45 in |
| Handle length | 5.8 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.25 in |
| Handle | Long handle for two-handed backhands |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Not listed by the seller: weight.
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