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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Amped S2 vs Volair Mach 1 Forza

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

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Higher Swing Weight (power) (97.68 vs 117.27, +19.59)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (97.68 vs 117.27)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Amped S2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.46 vs 6.37, +0.09)

Value

Selkirk Amped S2

Lower effective price ($100.00 vs $107.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
Volair

Model

Amped S2
Mach 1 Forza

Shape

Widebody
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.7 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

97.68
117.27

Twist Weight

6.46
6.37

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$100.00
$119.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$100.00
$107.99

Selkirk

Amped S2

$100.00

Volair

Mach 1 Forza

$107.99 (was $119.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Amped S2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (97.68 vs 117.27) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $8 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

Pick the Volair Mach 1 Forza if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.27 is 19.59 points higher.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

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