Selkirk
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Selkirk's entry-level SLK line in the standard Max shape: a raw carbon face over a 16mm polymer core at $80, with a one-year warranty.
Limited stock on the manufacturer site at last check.
Scores are estimated from published specs with a transparent formula, not from lab testing.
Specs checked against Selkirk's official product page on Sep 15, 2026. Weight published as 7.6–8.1 oz; we store the midpoint. Selkirk also sells an Atlas XL (16.4 × 7.4 in, 5.75 in handle) as a separate product. USA Pickleball approval is not stated on the product page. Manufacturers change specs and prices; the brand page is the source of truth.
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