Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm)
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 | Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100.99 | $109.99 |
| Style | Power | Power |
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 8 oz |
| Core thickness | 13 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | Honeycomb | Foam |
| Shape | Standard / wide | Not listed |
| Length | 15.75" | — |
| Width | 8" | — |
| Handle | 4.375" | — |
| Buyer rating | 4.7 / 5 (852) | 4.8 / 5 (797) |
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 $9 less ($101 vs $110).
- Both are listed at about the same weight (7.7–8.1 oz and 8 oz).
- Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm) has the thicker core (16 mm against 13 mm). Thicker cores are generally more forgiving; thinner ones generally have more pop.
- Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 has a honeycomb core and Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm) has a foam core.
- Buyers on the sellers' own stores rate Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 4.7 out of 5 (852 reviews) and Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm) 4.8 (797). Different stores collect reviews differently, so treat small gaps as a tie.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (16mm) if you want the thicker, generally more forgiving core.
- Choose Selkirk Vanguard Power Air S2 if you want more pop and feedback from a thinner core.
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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