Selkirk Sport LUXX Control Pickleball Paddle | Carbon Fiber Paddle with Polypropylene X7 Core | Designed for Unmatched Control and Added Power

I started playing pickleball about a year ago, and coming from a tennis background, I expected the transition to be really easy. Clearly, I was wrong. Pickleball gameplay is quite different, and I had to learn about my play style to really improve. One thing I noted was that the paddles that I had at my disposal were not the best to help improve my ball control and shot placement.The very first time I played was at the YMCA and they had these horrible wooded paddles. There was no forgiveness, the sound was horrible, and it was all around a terrible experience.I decided to buy a set of Selkirk paddles for my girl and I to use recreationally, and wound up buying a beginner set priced under 100 dollars for a pair. These were a great improvement over the wooden paddles, had a nice surface to help with spin, and I used them for most of last year. As I got better at the game and began to play more competitively, I realized there were some inconsistencies with my shots.After doing some research, reading reviews, and handling some of the paddles at local sporting good stores, I held this one and decided to get it.The feel of this paddle is far superior to anything I've used to date. The grip is soft and has plenty of cushion so it feels great in my hand. The paddle is noticeably lighter than any other paddle I've used. The surface has a nice feel, gritty and helps me really get some top-spin on my serves and my backhand spin is awesome.I've definitely noticed a difference in the sweet spot and my ability to control my shots with this. The mid-range paddles seemed to have a smaller sweet spot and I would often overpower the shot. If I hit off center enough, the older paddles had a noticeable thud sound and the ball just died. With this one, the sound is consistent just about anywhere you hit the ball (on the surface of the paddle) and I've had less shots go out past the opponent's baseline. It's also better on dinks at the kitchen line as I'm not lofting it up over the net as much.For anyone who plays often, or is looking to improve control, I feel like this is the way to go. Invest in a good paddle and reap the benefits of the design. I've only had it a couple weeks, so I can't comment on the surface of the paddle and how it will hold up, only time will tell. And the best part was that Amazon had it for 50 bucks less than other places, so it was a no-brainer once I knew I was looking to invest in a new paddle.

Great quality paddle. I have used a bunch of high end paddles and this is my go to paddle. Has a large playable surface area so you don’t have a dead spot like you get with certain paddles. I’m able to get a lot of spin and power off this paddle.

I am a rather new player. Read all the reviews on. These are pretty much as advertised a great control paddle.The difference was immediate. Also has less power than a thinner paddle.Tremendous difference in my control of serves and returns.People been telling me that the paddles really don’t make a difference at this stage of my racquetball development, would this made a significant immediate difference over the $100 to $130 paddles I’ve been using.Budget $20 more for a case.

Handles well - different feel but very good spin action

I love this paddle. Light weight and control

Our local pro reps Selkirk paddles and I have tried many of them. He and many in our group use this paddle and love it. I do too.I received money and a gift certificate for my birthday and was So excited to splurge to get this paddle in April 2024. I love the paddle. I play about 5 days a week. It's just coming up on 5 months with actually 2 month of no play and the logo hasn't held up.One of the others have had theirs for over a year and half and no one else has had the logo issues. I am not sure if it's just the gold color paddles as their's are blue and red.It may not be fair to give this a 3 star as I do love the paddle, yet I just wanted to draw you're attention to think twice about getting a gold one. I liked having a different color paddle as it's easier to identify my paddle when playing in big groups.Since I wrote this, I reached out to selkirk directly and they are sending me a new paddle! This is honorableI changed to a 4 star just because of the original happening yet I do love the paddle and would give it's play a 5 Star!

Great PaddleGot it faster than expected

Love this lightweight, edgeless paddle. I feel it has improved my game, especially my backhand.