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| Product | ||
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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | All Levels | Advanced |
| Weight | — | 220-235g |
| Shape | — | Elongated |
| Core | — | Polymer X5 honeycomb |
| Surface | — | QuadFlex Hybrid carbon fibre |
| Grip Size | — | 4 1/4" |
| Core Thickness | — | 16mm |
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The main differences are: Skill level: Franklin X-40 suits all skill levels, Selkirk Vanguard suits advanced players. Price: £35 vs £170-220. Overall, the Franklin X-40 Performance Pickleball Paddle is best for all skill levels while the Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the Franklin X-40 Performance Pickleball Paddle suits all skill levels 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 X-40 Performance Pickleball Paddle (£35). 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.