Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic vs Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm
Selkirk
VANGUARD Power Air Epic
$219.99
7.7–8.1 oz · 13mm core · Widebody
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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 VANGUARD Power Air Epic vs Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleThe value vs. premium matchup
Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm is the value pick at $100. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic is the premium option at $219.99 — you're paying for the T700 raw carbon fiber.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic | Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 7.7–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 13mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) | Foam injection unibody |
| Face material | T700 raw carbon fiber | Multi-layer Toray T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.25" | 5.25" |
| Price | $219.99 | $100 |
What the spec differences mean
- Core thickness. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic has a 13mm core; Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm has a 14mm core, so the Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm core is 1mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic measures 15.88" × 8.13"; Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm measures 16.2" × 7.7" (widebody vs elongated). The Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm is 0.32" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Face material. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic lists its face as T700 raw carbon fiber; Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm lists Multi-layer Toray T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm lists Foam injection unibody. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: balanced
Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic if…
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Vatic Pro Prism Flash 14mm if…
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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