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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Weight | 215-225g | 220-235g |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polymer X5 honeycomb |
| Surface | Carbon fibre with MaxGrit | QuadFlex Hybrid carbon fibre |
| Grip Size | 4 1/4" | 4 1/4" |
| Core Thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
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The main differences are: Weight: Franklin Signature has 215-225g vs 220-235g. Core: Franklin Signature has Polypropylene honeycomb vs Polymer X5 honeycomb. Surface: Franklin Signature has Carbon fibre with MaxGrit vs QuadFlex Hybrid carbon fibre. Overall, the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle is best for advanced players while the Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players and the Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players. Beginners may find both challenging.
The Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle (£170-220) costs more than the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle (£140-160). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle can pay off.