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Paddle Comparison

Mark Pickleball unMARKed Velosigrit vs Maverix Havik 2

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

Maverix Havik 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (111.41 vs 113.51, +2.10)

Hand Speed

Mark Pickleball unMARKed Velosigrit

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (111.41 vs 113.51)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Mark Pickleball unMARKed Velosigrit

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.48 vs 6.23, +0.25)

Value

Maverix Havik 2

Lower effective price ($189.99 vs $148.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Mark Pickleball
Maverix

Model

unMARKed Velosigrit
Havik 2

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.76 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

111.41
113.51

Twist Weight

6.48
6.23

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$189.99
$164.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$189.99
$148.49

Mark Pickleball

unMARKed Velosigrit

$189.99

Maverix

Havik 2

$148.49 (was $164.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Mark Pickleball unMARKed Velosigrit if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (111.41 vs 113.51) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.48 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Maverix Havik 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 113.51 is 2.10 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $42 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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