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Selkirk Vanguard Control Epic pickleball paddle
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Vanguard Control Epic Selkirk

Pickleball· Vanguard

GoodUpdated on 10/02/2026
Version · 9 optionsVanguard Control EpicChange

The Vanguard Control Epic uses the T700 Raw QuadCarbon carbon face and the 16 mm Vanguard X5+ honeycomb core in a traditional shape. It measures 16 x 7.8 inches, has a 5.3-inch octagonal handle and comes in midweight, 7.7 to 8.1 oz, and lightweight, 7.3 to 7.6 oz, versions, with an average swing weight of 110 and a twist weight of 6.21. It is a control paddle with a generous sweet spot, a dampened feel and high spin, designed for players who decide the point at the net with dinks, short attacks and quick exchanges.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
7.9 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
T700 Raw QuadCarbon
Width
7.8 in
Length
16 in
Grip length
5.3 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced, Competitive

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • High spin with raw carbon
  • Generous sweet spot
  • Dampened, stable feel
  • Quick in net exchanges

Cons

  • Modest power from the baseline
  • Less reach than the Invikta
  • Lightweight version requires more technique
Ideal for
Doubles players who want control and high spin with a generous sweet spot.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced, Competitive

Specs

Construction
Face materialT700 Raw QuadCarbonMedium confidence
CoreVanguard X5+ honeycomb polymerMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedYesMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.9 ozMedium confidence
Width7.8 inMedium confidence
Length16 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.3 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.3 inMedium confidence
ShapeStandardMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%66
Approval from players35%65

The RR Score is not yet a precise figure. It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy.

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