Pickleball Paddles

Paddle of the Year for 2023: The Double Black Diamond

Go Next Level with the Double Black Diamond paddle—engineered for players who demand precision and control with every stroke. This paddle offers a unique blend of power and finesse, making it a seamless extension of your arm on the court.

Revolutionary Raw Carbon Technology

Step into the future of pickleball with our premium Raw Carbon paddle. Designed for superior control and enhanced by a permanent textured surface, this paddle provides maximum spin, ensuring your game is as sharp as your strategies. The unique crisp response lets you feel every contact with the ball, translating your skill into effective plays.

State-of-the-Art Production Techniques

Crafted using our advanced multi-stage cold and hot mold process technology, the Black Diamond Series represents the pinnacle of high-performance sports engineering. This meticulous process guarantees a paddle of unmatched quality and durability, tailored for competitive play.

Aerodynamically Optimized for Precision

The aerodynamically engineered flared design of the Double Black Diamond enhances your reach and improves aerodynamics across the court. The slightly flared shape not only boosts the sweet spot in the core hitting zone but also increases your ability to make precise shots under pressure.

700K Carbon Textured Surface

Experience the grip and spin like never before with our newly developed Premium Japanese Toray 700K carbon textured surface. This nano-engineered material offers phenomenal spin capabilities and a tactile feel, allowing for precise control and powerful strikes. The multiple interwoven layers provide added strength and a controlled pop to each play.

Carbon Fusion Edge Technology

Our Carbon Fusion Edge Technology redefines paddle robustness, durability, and responsiveness. A lightweight carbon seam fuses the top and bottom faces of the paddle, enhancing the structural integrity and amplifying the sweet spot. This technology ensures a consistently tight and crisp feel, enhancing your play with every shot.

Premium Honeycomb Polymer Core

The core of the Double Black Diamond is as formidable as it is innovative. The 16mm thick premium honeycomb polymer core is meticulously tested to optimize the power-to-control ratio, providing a robust foundation for dynamic and sustained performance.

3D Carbon Thermoformed Handle

Maximize your strength and on-court performance with our 3D carbon thermoformed handle. The carbon face and fusion edge technology extend the entire length of the handle, melding under intense heat and pressure to form a single, unified piece. This construction significantly reduces vibration for a comfortable, responsive playing experience. The elongated handle with a tapered neck is ideal for double backhand players, providing an enhanced sweet spot at the paddle neck.

Perfect Balance and Ergonomic Design

Our engineering and quality control team has painstakingly ensured that each Double Black Diamond paddle is perfectly weighted and balanced. The ergonomics of the paddle are finely tuned to support player comfort and control, making it an ideal choice for players at all levels.

Discover why the Double Black Diamond has been named the Paddle of the Year. Whether you're a competitive player aiming to dominate tournaments or a recreational enthusiast seeking to improve your game, this paddle delivers performance that can transform your pickleball experience.

Exclusive Neoprene Cover
Each Double Black Diamond paddle comes with a custom Six Zero neoprene cover, protecting your equipment in style.

*Estimated weights based on testing

Black Diamond - Designed for Power with Spin

Key Features:

• Advanced Molding Process: Ensures consistent high performance through a detailed multi-stage molding technique.
• Aerodynamic Shape: A flared design increases reach and expands the sweet spot for more forgiving hits.
• Composite Textured Surface: Developed for superior grip and spin, enhancing your shot control.
• Carbon Fusion Edge Technology: Improves durability and adds responsiveness, with a lightweight carbon frame enhancing the sweet spot.
• Honeycomb Polymer Core: Balances power and control with a thick, premium core.
• Comfort Handle: The 3D carbon thermoformed handle minimizes vibration and fits comfortably in all hand sizes, ideal for double backhands.
• Optimal Balance: Carefully balanced for comfort and control, maintaining performance during long matches.
• Free Neoprene Cover: Each paddle comes with a stylish Six Zero neoprene cover for protection.
• Unique Identification: Every paddle has a serial number confirming its authenticity.

*Estimated weights based on testing

The Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic pickleball paddle  is designed to generate maximum spin for controlled, aggressive drives, it features a larger sweet spot than traditional power paddles, allowing for difficult-to-return shots and superior ball spin. The Epic shape is the best all-around pickleball paddle for players. Ideal for beginners and tennis players wanting to improve their game, making it the top choice for players who seek power, control, and precision.

Made in the USA and USAPA-approved.

• Epic | Long Handle & Standard Paddle Shape: Pairing a traditional Pickleball paddle shape with a large surface area and a long handle, the Epic delivers the perfect blend of power and control. Versatile and well-rounded, the Epic paddle shape is ideal for the beginner and the seasoned pro.
• Air Dynamic Throat for quicker swing speed: Developed in Selkirk Labs with Project 002 and fine-tuned to provide maximum flex, the Air Dynamic Throat is now larger and even closer to the handle, offering optimal air flow and improved ball control.
• ThroatFlex for more power and dwell time: Created to provide maximum flex when you connect with the ball, our new ThoatFlex open throat design extends dwell time on the paddle and enhances power play, for unbeatable consistency.
• ProSpin+ NextGen Texture for long-lasting maximum spin surface: Formulated in Selkirk Labs to generate more spin than any technology on the market, our ProSpin+ NextGen Micro Texture technology features a longer-lasting spin surface and provides unparalleled consistency, ensuring you can shape and control the ball with ease, to dominate on the court.
• QuadFlex 4 Layer Hybrid Face for power & control: Initiated in Selkirk Labs with Project 002, the QuadFlex 4 Layer Hybrid Face features a first-of-its-kind blend of two layers of Fiberflex and two layers of Quantum+ carbon, for effortless power and control.
• 360° Proto Molding for power and consistent sweetspot: Engineered to provide 360 degree composite coverage, using a proprietary high pressure manufacturing process, 360° Proto Molding technology generates ultimate power, while delivering a consistent feel on every play.
• Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless Technology for increased durability and aerodynamics: Introduced to increase edge reliability alongside the FlexFoam edge perimeter, Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless technology is composed of our specialty, impact resistant blend of composites and polymer.
• FlexFoam Perimeter for power, durability and a larger sweetspot: Achieved by injecting specially formulated foam into the entire perimeter of the paddle, our FlexFoam Perimeter technology increases durability, adds weight, enlarges the sweet spot, and absorbs the vibrations from every hit, for a stable, reliable feel. This technology was originally developed in Selkirk Labs for Project 002.
• SuperCore Polymer Honeycomb Core for a consistent, familiar feel: Created for the QuadFlex Face, the groundbreaking polypropylene honeycomb SuperCore delivers supreme power while enhancing your control of the ball.

The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta pickleball paddle is the ultimate control paddle for balanced pickleball players. Endorsed by Jack Sock, the LUXX Control Air Invikta brings you an expanded sweet spot, ample power, accelerated spin, and unequaled control. Designed for players seeking consistency without compromising power, the Invikta shape has a long handle and longest face of the Selkirk pickleball paddles, and is best for tennis players and other aggressive pickleball players who want extra reach, spin, and power. Made in the USA and USA Pickleball-approved.

Florek Carbon Fiber: Florek Carbon Fiber is our proprietary blend of carbon fiber that offers unmatched control and added power. This superior fiber composition also enables a larger sweet spot, guaranteeing optimal performance on every stroke.

X7 Thikset Honeycomb Core: The Luxx Control Air carries forward the innovative 20mm X7 Thikset honeycomb core from Labs 003, offering players even more power and control. The core’s maximum sweet spot is further enhanced by the honeycomb construction, which provides a more consistent feel on every shot.

Air Dynamic Throat: The refined Air Dynamic Throat in Luxx Control Air provides optimal airflow and enhanced ball control, ensuring a smooth, controlled gameplay experience.

ThroatFlex: The ThroatFlex open throat design maximizes flex upon ball contact, extends dwell time on the paddle, and enhances power play, providing unwavering consistency in every game.

ProSpin+ NextGen Texture: The refined ProSpin+ NextGen Micro Texture technology developed in Selkirk Labs provides a more durable spin surface, ensuring unparalleled consistency and precision in shaping and controlling the ball.

360° Proto Molding: Luxx Control Air’s 360° Proto Molding technology delivers exceptional power and a consistent feel on every hit thanks to its high-pressure manufacturing process.

Upgraded Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless Technology: The Luxx Control Air features an improved Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless technology, crafted from our specialty blend of impact-resistant composites and polymer, to ensure increased edge reliability during intense gameplay.

FlexFoam Perimeter: Originally developed in Selkirk Labs in the 002 paddle, FlexFoam Perimeter technology injects a specially formulated foam across the paddle's entire perimeter to increase durability, add weight, enlarge the sweet spot, and absorb vibrations from every hit.

CM Anti-Torque Technology: Our CM Anti-Torque Technology features an ideal core thickness and perfect mass placement, providing unmatched stability for an even smoother and more controlled playing experience.

The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Epic pickleball paddle is the ultimate control paddle for balanced pickleball players. Endorsed by Jack Sock, the LUXX Control Air Epic brings you an expanded sweet spot, ample power, accelerated spin, and unequaled control. Whether you're a beginner or a tennis player looking to enhance your game, the Epic shape is an excellent choice for your pickleball paddle, offering a perfect blend of power, control, and precision. Made in the USA and USAPA-approved.

Florek Carbon Fiber: Florek Carbon Fiber is our proprietary blend of carbon fiber that offers unmatched control and added power. This superior fiber composition also enables a larger sweet spot, guaranteeing optimal performance on every stroke.

X7 Thikset Honeycomb Core: The Luxx Control Air carries forward the innovative 20mm X7 Thikset honeycomb core from Labs 003, offering players even more power and control. The core’s maximum sweet spot is further enhanced by the honeycomb construction, which provides a more consistent feel on every shot.

Air Dynamic Throat: The refined Air Dynamic Throat in Luxx Control Air provides optimal airflow and enhanced ball control, ensuring a smooth, controlled gameplay experience.

ThroatFlex: The ThroatFlex open throat design maximizes flex upon ball contact, extends dwell time on the paddle, and enhances power play, providing unwavering consistency in every game.

ProSpin+ NextGen Texture: The refined ProSpin+ NextGen Micro Texture technology developed in Selkirk Labs provides a more durable spin surface, ensuring unparalleled consistency and precision in shaping and controlling the ball.

360° Proto Molding: Luxx Control Air’s 360° Proto Molding technology delivers exceptional power and a consistent feel on every hit thanks to its high-pressure manufacturing process.

Upgraded Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless Technology: The Luxx Control Air features an improved Aero-DuraEdge Edgeless technology, crafted from our specialty blend of impact-resistant composites and polymer, to ensure increased edge reliability during intense gameplay.

FlexFoam Perimeter: Originally developed in Selkirk Labs in the 002 paddle, FlexFoam Perimeter technology injects a specially formulated foam across the paddle's entire perimeter to increase durability, add weight, enlarge the sweet spot, and absorb vibrations from every hit.

CM Anti-Torque Technology: Our CM Anti-Torque Technology features an ideal core thickness and perfect mass placement, providing unmatched stability for an even smoother and more controlled playing experience.