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Paddle Comparison

Mint Mon Ami vs Selkirk Tesla

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

Mint Mon Ami

Higher Swing Weight (power) (123.47 vs 121.52, +1.95)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Tesla

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (123.47 vs 121.52)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Mint Mon Ami

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.16 vs 6.06, +0.10)

Value

Mint Mon Ami

Lower effective price ($152.99 vs $450.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Mint
Selkirk

Model

Mon Ami
Tesla

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

18mm
16mm

Weight

8.7 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

123.47
121.52

Twist Weight

6.16
6.06

Play Style

all-court
power

Retail Price

$179.99
$450.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$152.99
$450.00

Mint

Mon Ami

$152.99 (was $179.99)

Selkirk

Tesla

$450.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Mint Mon Ami if…

  • You want more power — SW 123.47 is 1.95 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.16 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $297 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans all-court — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Selkirk Tesla if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (121.52 vs 123.47) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

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