Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 vs Selkirk LABS Project 007
Two power paddles at similar prices, compared on the specs each brand publishes. We have not tested either one.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 | Selkirk LABS Project 007 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100.99 | $130.00 |
| Style | Power | Power |
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | — |
| Core thickness | 13 mm | 10 mm |
| Core | Honeycomb | Honeycomb |
| Shape | Standard / wide | Not listed |
| Length | 15.75" | — |
| Width | 8" | 7.85" |
| Handle | 4.375" | — |
| Buyer rating | 4.7 / 5 (852) | 4.1 / 5 (135) |
Specs, prices and review scores come from each brand's own product page, last checked October 20, 2026. Confirm with the seller before you buy.
How they differ
- Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 costs $29 less ($101 vs $130).
- Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 has the thicker core (13 mm against 10 mm). Thicker cores are generally more forgiving; thinner ones generally have more pop.
- Buyers on the sellers' own stores rate Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 4.7 out of 5 (852 reviews) and Selkirk LABS Project 007 4.1 (135). Different stores collect reviews differently, so treat small gaps as a tie.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 if you want the thicker, generally more forgiving core.
- Choose Selkirk LABS Project 007 if you want more pop and feedback from a thinner core.
- Choose Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 if price matters most.
These come from the spec differences above, not from hands-on play. For tested results, see an independent lab such as Pickleball Effect.
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