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    Selkirk AMPED vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm

    Selkirk AMPED 7.8oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Fiberglass face

    Selkirk

    AMPED

    $99.99

    7.8–8.2 oz · 16mm core · Elongated

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    Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Toray T700 raw carbon fiber face

    Six Zero

    Double Black Diamond Control 16mm

    $219.99

    7.9–8.1 oz · 16mm core · Widebody

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    Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    Selkirk AMPEDSix Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm

    Selkirk AMPED vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.

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    The value vs. premium matchup

    Selkirk AMPED is the value pick at $99.99. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm is the premium option at $219.99 — you're paying for the carbon-fiber face.

    Side-by-side specs

    SpecSelkirk AMPEDSix Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm
    Weight7.8–8.2 oz7.9–8.1 oz
    ShapeElongatedWidebody
    Core thickness16mm16mm
    Core materialPolymer honeycombPolypropylene honeycomb
    Face materialFiberglassToray T700 raw carbon fiber
    Handle length5.5"5.5"
    Price$99.99$219.99

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. Selkirk AMPED is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm at 7.9–8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk AMPED is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Length and width. Selkirk AMPED measures 16.5" × 7.38"; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm measures 15.88" × 8.13" (elongated vs widebody). The Selkirk AMPED is 0.63" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
    • Face material. Selkirk AMPED lists its face as Fiberglass; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
    • Core material. Selkirk AMPED lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    Selkirk AMPED

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.

    Playing style: power, all-court

    Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.

    Playing style: control

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the Selkirk AMPED if…

    • you like extra reach at the kitchen line

    Pick the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm if…

    • you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
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