Selkirk SLK Dauntless vs Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm
Pickle's 5-axis score
Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Selkirk SLK Dauntless vs Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Selkirk SLK Dauntless (Widebody) and Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm (Hybrid) differ in head shape, so hand-speed and reach will feel distinct between them.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Selkirk SLK Dauntless | Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 8–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Hybrid |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb | — |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Japanese Toray 700K raw carbon fiber with Diamond Tough Grit |
| Handle length | 5.3" | 5.5" |
| Price | $150 | $200 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Selkirk SLK Dauntless is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm at 8–8.3 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk SLK Dauntless is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Handle length. Selkirk SLK Dauntless has a 5.3" handle; Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm has a 5.5" handle, so the Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists its face as Carbon fiber; Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm lists Japanese Toray 700K raw carbon fiber with Diamond Tough Grit. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Selkirk SLK Dauntless
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 face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: control
Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.
Playing style: all-court
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Selkirk SLK Dauntless if…
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm if…
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
- you spin a lot of rolls and topspin serves
More matchups with the Selkirk SLK Dauntless
More matchups with the Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16mm
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