Paddletek
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C
Players who want control and forgiveness at a lower price
$149.99at Paddletek
Selkirk
Selkirk OMNI Widebody
All-court players who want a forgiving, stable foam paddle
$300at Selkirk
Ratings Head to Head
Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-CSelkirk OMNI Widebody
Power88.5
Control8.59.5
Spin8.59.5
Sweet spot9.510
Research score8.69.4
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Selkirk OMNI Widebody |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Power hitters | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| Spin players | 8.6 | 9.4 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Selkirk OMNI Widebody rates 9.5 to the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C’s 8.5.
- The Selkirk OMNI Widebody also leads on spin, 9.5 to 8.5.
- Power goes to the Selkirk OMNI Widebody (8.5 vs 8).
- Sweet spot goes to the Selkirk OMNI Widebody (10 vs 9.5).
- Core thickness: 14.3 mm for the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C against 16 mm for the Selkirk OMNI Widebody. The thinner Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Go with the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C if you want a lower price.
Go with the Selkirk OMNI Widebody if you want more power, more control and more spin, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C | Selkirk OMNI Widebody |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.9–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Standard (wide-body) | Wide-body |
| Length | 16 in | 15.95 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 14.3 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | SRT (Smart Response Technology) polymer core | ReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring) |
| Face | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) | Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.6 in |
| Grip size | Not published by Paddletek | 4.25 in |
| Price | $149.99 | $300 |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
On our spec-based scale the Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores higher (9.4 vs 8.6). By player type, the Selkirk OMNI Widebody suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
The Selkirk OMNI Widebody rates higher for power on our scale (8.5 vs 8).
Which is better for beginners, the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
The Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores higher for beginners (9.5 vs 8.8), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C and Selkirk OMNI Widebody approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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