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The Selkirk SLK Halo Control XL, an elongated raw carbon-fiber pickleball paddle.
Selkirk

Selkirk SLK Halo Control XL

Beginner-to-intermediate players who want a real raw-carbon Selkirk paddle with an easy learning curve and a big sweet spot at a mid price.

Weight
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
Shape
elongated
Grip
4.35 in

Face · T700 raw carbon fiber, gritty texture for spin

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Strengths and trade-offs

  • +Easy to play immediately with no real learning curve, strong on resets and the dink game
  • +Large sweet spot from Rev-Core technology adds forgiveness
  • +T700 raw carbon face gives spin usually reserved for pricier paddles
  • At about $140 it is the priciest beginner pick here, closer to mid-tier
  • The long 5.75 in handle and elongated head feel long to some new players

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