Monday, December 19, 2022

Made In China: Eval Phototype Paddles

 

#MadeinChina Factory Direct pre-production samples for evaluation.
DHL Shipping Info - Arrived: 
December, 24 2022


These pre-production phototype paddles are not USA Pickleball Approved

Only about 5% of the players play tournaments but most of the news is about tournaments. The rest are just having good times with friends. - Norm Davis, 2022 Pickleball Hall Of Fame Inductee

Retailers/Brands: Minimum Order 300 Paddles

Model: ES 102
Material: Carbon Fiber/3K/Kevlar
Core: Polymer Honeycomb
Edge: No Glue/Edgeless 
Tech: Thermoforming
Weight: 8.2-8.5 oz 
Length: 15.6 inches
Width: 7.79 inches
Grip Length: 4.92 inches
Size: 4.25 inches
Thickness: 20mm
Texture: RZ RT?

This paddle is perfect for rec players seeking power, but with added control and touch 

Model: EV 101
Material: Carbon Fiber
Core: Polymer Honeycomb
Edge: Edgeless 
Weight: 8.2-8.5 oz 
Length: 16.3 inches
Width: 7.44 inches
Grip Length: 4.92 inches
Size: 4.25 inches
Thickness: 13mm
Texture: RZ RT? 



Selkirk Power Air S2 Specs:

Weight: 7.7 – 8.1 oz.
Grip Circumference: 4 1/4"
Handle Length: 4 3/8"
Paddle Length: 15 3/4"
Paddle Width: 8"
Face: Hybrid Blend of Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber 
Core material: Polymer Honeycomb
Core Thickness: 0.5''
Edge Guard: Edgeless DuraEdge 

Selkirk Project Labs 003 S2

Midweight Range: 7.6 – 7.9 oz.
Grip Circumference: 4 1/4"
Grip: Selkirk Geo Grip
Handle Length: 4.5"
Paddle Length: 15.6"
Paddle Width: 8.25"
Face: Carbon Fiber
Core material: Polymer Honeycomb
Core Thickness: 20mm
Edge Guard: Edgeless DuraEdge
Manufacturer: Selkirk Sports
Assembled in the USA

Factory Direct Model: ES 102 vs Silkirk Project Labs 003 S2
Material: Carbon Fiber/3K/Kevlar (Carbon Fiber)
Core: Polymer Honeycomb (Polymer Honeycomb)
Edge: No Glue/Edgeless (Edgeless)
Tech: Thermoforming (??)
Weight: 8.2-8.5 oz (7.7 - 8.1 oz)
Length: 15.6 inches (15.6")
Width: 7.79 inches (8.25")
Grip Length: 4.92 inches (4.5")
Size: 4.25 inches (4 1/4")
Thickness: 20mm (20mm)

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