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Selkirk SLK EVO Control XL 2024 pickleball paddle

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SLK EVO Control XL 2024 Selkirk

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Very goodUpdated on 10/02/2026
4.6out of 5166 reviews
Version · 46 optionsSLK EVO Control XL 2024Change

The SLK Evo Control XL is the elongated version of the Evo Control. It keeps the T700 CarbonFusion carbon fiber face with SpinFlex+ texture, the 16 mm Rev-Control honeycomb polymer core and the EdgeSentry guard, but trades the wide sweet spot for more reach and a 5.75-inch handle. It measures 16.4 x 7.4 inches and weighs 7.6 to 8.1 oz. It is an affordable control paddle for players who use a two-handed backhand or want to get to more balls without losing the soft feel in the short game.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
7.9 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
T700 CarbonFusion carbon
Width
7.4 in
Length
16.4 in
Grip length
5.8 in

LevelsBeginner, Intermediate

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Long handle for the two-handed backhand
  • Reach of the elongated shape
  • Soft feel from the 16 mm core
  • Good balance between control and spin

Cons

  • Narrower sweet spot than the Max
  • Little free power
  • Slower in quick exchanges
Ideal for
Developing players who want control with extra reach and a long handle.
Levels
Beginner, Intermediate

Specs

Construction
Face materialT700 CarbonFusion carbonMedium confidence
CoreRev-Control honeycomb polymerMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedNo dataMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.9 oz7.6 to 8.1 ozMedium confidence
Width7.4 inMedium confidence
Length16.4 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.8 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.3 inMedium confidence
ShapeElongatedMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%68
Approval from players35%78

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