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Paddle Comparison

Engage Pursuit Pro 2 vs Selkirk Amped S2

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Engage Pursuit Pro 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (108.79 vs 97.68, +11.11)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (108.79 vs 97.68)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Engage Pursuit Pro 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (7.21 vs 6.46, +0.75)

Value

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower effective price ($116.99 vs $100.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Engage
Selkirk

Model

Pursuit Pro 2
Amped S2

Shape

Widebody
Widebody

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.94 oz
7.7 oz

Swing Weight

108.79
97.68

Twist Weight

7.21
6.46

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$129.99
$100.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$116.99
$100.00

Engage

Pursuit Pro 2

$116.99 (was $129.99)

Selkirk

Amped S2

$100.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Engage Pursuit Pro 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 108.79 is 11.11 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 7.21 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Selkirk Amped S2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (97.68 vs 108.79) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $17 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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