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Tested by Austin Hardy
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Selkirk
Power Air Epic Hybrid 13mm Pickleball Paddle Review
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Weight & Balance
How this paddle compares to 131+ paddles in our database.
Swing Weight
Head-Light103.21avg 113.97
96.66124.18
Head-light and fast through the air — great for hand battles and quick reactions, less plow-through on drives.
Twist Weight
Forgiving5.97avg 6.2
2.367.87
Solid sweet spot for most players — handles normal off-center contact predictably.
Static Weight
Light7.7ozavg 7.96 oz
7.5 oz9.1 oz
Light in hand — quick reactions, easy on the wrist, less plow-through on drives.
Play StylePower
Specifications
Dimensions
ShapeHybrid
Core Thickness13mm
Categories
Play StylePower
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Who Power Air Epic Is For
Buy if
- You want raw power and pop on drives and serves
- You want a balanced sweet spot with decent reach
- Low swing weight (103.21) means fast hands at the kitchen
- Good twist weight (5.97) keeps off-center shots stable
Skip if
- You want more power and plow-through on drives
- You're a touch-first player who rarely drives
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Methodology
How we tested the Selkirk Power Air Epic
Every paddle on this site goes through the same five-step protocol — lab measurement first, then structured on-court drills with a partner. No shortcuts, no guessing, no relying on the brand's spec sheet.
- Lab-measured specs. Static weight, swing weight, and twist weight measured on calibrated equipment — not pulled from the brand's claim sheet.
- 10-minute break-in. Drives, dinks, drops, and resets to let the face settle in before any verdict is recorded.
- Baseline power & spin. Drives, topspin patterns, and serves with a drilling partner to evaluate raw power and ball pocketing.
- Kitchen touch & control. Dinking, third-shot drops, and resets to evaluate dwell time, plushness, and mishit forgiveness.
- Transition firepower. Mid-court exchanges and hand-speed battles where shape and twist weight separate the great from the average.
How Power Air Epic Compares
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Playing Feel
PowerThe Selkirk Power Air Epic is a 13mm hybrid paddle weighing 7.7 oz with a swing weight of 103.21 and twist weight of 5.97. Expect a firm, powerful feel with pop on drives and serves. The higher swing weight delivers momentum through contact, rewarding full swings.
Swing Weight
Low103.21avg 113.97
96.66124.18
Below average.
Twist Weight
Average5.97avg 6.2
2.367.87
Near average.
13mm CoreHybrid7.7 oz
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the swing weight of the Selkirk Power Air Epic?
The Selkirk Power Air Epic has a swing weight of 103.21, which is below the catalog average of 113.97.
Who should buy the Selkirk Power Air Epic?
The Selkirk Power Air Epic is a hybrid 13mm paddle best suited for power-oriented players who want pop and drive on their shots.
Is there a discount code for the Selkirk Power Air Epic?
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