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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Amped S2 vs SLK Latitude Max

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

SLK Latitude Max

Higher Swing Weight (power) (97.68 vs 102.45, +4.77)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (97.68 vs 102.45)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

SLK Latitude Max

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.46 vs 6.47, +0.01)

Value

SLK Latitude Max

Lower effective price ($100.00 vs $70.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
SLK

Model

Amped S2
Latitude Max

Shape

Widebody
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.7 oz
7.6 oz

Swing Weight

97.68
102.45

Twist Weight

6.46
6.47

Play Style

control

Retail Price

$100.00
$70.00

Discount

Effective Price

$100.00
$70.00

Selkirk

Amped S2

$100.00

SLK

Latitude Max

$70.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Amped S2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (97.68 vs 102.45) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the SLK Latitude Max if…

  • You want more power — SW 102.45 is 4.77 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $30 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

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