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Head-to-Head Comparison

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic vs Vatic Pro Saga V7

Both paddles earn a 8.8 research score on our scale, so the choice comes down to how they differ. Calculated from each maker’s published specs; we don’t play-test paddles.

Ratings Head to Head

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicVatic Pro Saga V7
Power88.5
Control8.58.5
Spin8.59.5
Sweet spot108.5
Research score8.88.8

Which Suits Your Game?

Player typeSelkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicVatic Pro Saga V7
Beginners9.08.6
Touch players8.88.7
Power hitters8.68.7
Spin players8.69.0

Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted

Key Differences

  • The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic rates 10 to the Vatic Pro Saga V7’s 8.5.
  • Spin goes to the Vatic Pro Saga V7 (9.5 vs 8.5).
  • Power goes to the Vatic Pro Saga V7 (8.5 vs 8).
  • They tie on control (8.5).
  • Different shapes: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic is standard and the Vatic Pro Saga V7 is elongated.
  • Weight: the Vatic Pro Saga V7 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.

The Verdict

Pick the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic if you want a bigger sweet spot and a lighter feel, especially if you’re a beginner.

Go with the Vatic Pro Saga V7 if you want more power, more spin and more weight behind the ball, especially if you’re a spin player.

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Specs Side by Side

SpecSelkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicVatic Pro Saga V7
Weight7.8–8.2 oz8.2–8.5 oz
ShapeStandardElongated
Length15.75 in16.5 in
Width8 in7.5 in
Core thickness16 mm16 mm (14 mm Blackout Samurai version also available)
CoreX5+ polypropylene honeycombPolypropylene honeycomb with 10 mm cells (power core)
FaceFiberFlex+ fiberglass with ProSpin+ micro textureMulti-layer composite with a Toray T700 carbon fiber top layer
Handle length5.25 in5.3 in (long-handle version 5.6–5.75 in)
Grip size4.25 in4.125 in
Price$100 (list $180)$99.99
USA Pickleball approvedYesYes

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 Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?

On our spec-based scale they tie at 8.8. By player type, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic suits beginners better, while the Vatic Pro Saga V7 suits spin players better.

Which has more power, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?

The Vatic Pro Saga V7 rates higher for power on our scale (8.5 vs 8).

Which is better for beginners, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Vatic Pro Saga V7?

The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.

Are the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic and Vatic Pro Saga V7 approved for tournament play?

Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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