Advanced pickleball paddles are often built for power or control, and can require more skill to use effectively. For advanced players or those transitioning from tennis, you will want to choose a pickleball paddle design for exceptional power and spin — two elements that are pivotal for an aggressive play style.
Selkirk pickleball paddles are the original line of paddles from Selkirk Sport. These pickleball paddles include the AMPED, LUXX, VANGUARD, and Power Air. Priced between $150 to $250, Selkirk paddles cater to everyone from the pickleball enthusiast to the elite tournament veteran.
The SLK line of pickleball paddles are designed to bring pickleball and performance technology to a wider audience. With prices ranging from $60 to $140, SLK paddles are a perfect entry point for newcomers to the sport or those looking to upgrade their gear. The SLK by Selkirk line of pickleball paddles includes the HALO, EVO, Omega, Latitude, and more.
Selkirk LABS is the experimental branch of Selkirk Sport. This division is dedicated to testing new materials, technologies, and designs, and has contributed significantly to the development of the Power Air series, known for its industry-leading spin and power.
The Invikta is the Selkirk elongated shape of pickleball paddle, best for intermediate to advanced players or those with previous racquet sports experience. The Epic is the Selkirk traditional shape of pickleball paddle, best for beginner to intermediate players or those without previous racquet sports experience.
Yes, all Selkirk and SLK pickleball paddles are USAPA-approved and ready for rec or tournament play.
Custom weight AND grip options are available in the AMPED and VANGUARD Control series, and custom grip options are available in the Power Air and Control Air lines. Selkirk does not offer custom weight or grip options in the HALO series.
All Selkirk & Selkirk LABS paddles are Made or Assembled in the USA.
All SLK paddles have an Origin of China (Country of Origin: China) and are Designed & Quality-Controlled in the USA.
Every Selkirk pickleball paddle comes with a limited lifetime warranty. We’ve gone farther than any other pickleball manufacturer to remove the risk of purchasing your pickleball paddle by standing behind our products. Read more about all our warranties here.
Our SLK brand comes with a 1-year warranty.