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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | Intermediate | Advanced |
| Weight | 220-235g | 220-235g |
| Shape | Widebody | Elongated |
| Core | Nomex honeycomb | Polymer X5 honeycomb |
| Surface | Graphite | QuadFlex Hybrid carbon fibre |
| Grip Size | 4 1/4" | 4 1/4" |
| Core Thickness | 14mm | 16mm |
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The main differences are: Shape: Onix Graphite has Widebody vs Elongated. Core: Onix Graphite has Nomex honeycomb vs Polymer X5 honeycomb. Surface: Onix Graphite has Graphite vs QuadFlex Hybrid carbon fibre. Overall, the Onix Graphite Z5 Pickleball Paddle is best for intermediate players while the Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the Onix Graphite Z5 Pickleball Paddle suits intermediate 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 Onix Graphite Z5 Pickleball Paddle (£60-80). 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.