Selkirk Resets SLK Line with 3 New Sub-$200 Paddles: Dauntless, Geo & Valkyrie

"The new lineup of paddles meets players where they're at in their pickleball journey — bringing approachable performance technology to every skill level and play style."

Selkirk Sport is hitting refresh on its popular and accessible SLK line of paddles.

The company announced a complete reset of the SLK by Selkirk lineup, with a stated mission to make high-level performance technology accessible to every skill level.

Whether it’s a first-time player stepping onto the court or someone entering their first local tournament, the revamped SLK range is designed to scale alongside improvement.

While the SLK ERA remains the flagship of the line, three new models — the Dauntless, Geo, and Valkyrie — have officially launched.

Here’s a closer look at each paddle.

SLK Dauntless ($180)

The Dauntless is positioned as the most advanced paddle in the new SLK lineup — built for players seeking next-gen performance at a mid-tier price point.

It debuts Selkirk’s patent-pending SoloCore technology, a one-piece PureFoam™ structure combined with IsoFlex perimeter cutouts. The design aims to increase consistency while expanding the sweet spot across the face.

According to Selkirk, the Dauntless delivers an all-court profile with a slight power lean.

Key Technology:

• Integrated MOI Tuning System
• SoloCore
• PureFoam™ one-piece foam structure
• Shaped: elongated and widebody

At $180, the Dauntless pairs foam-core construction with Selkirk’s MOI Tuning System — a combination typically reserved for higher-priced paddles.

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SLK Geo ($100)

The Geo is positioned as the “growth” paddle of the lineup — targeting players ready to move beyond entry-level construction without jumping into premium pricing.

It introduces a T700-grade Raw Carbon Fiber Face, a material commonly associated with higher-end paddles, offering added grit for spin and increased stiffness for velocity. That face is paired with a control-oriented Rev-Pro Polymer Core.

Key Technology:

• MOI Tuning System
• T700 Raw Carbon Fiber face
• Affordable price
• Shaped: elongated and widebody

At $100, the Geo blends carbon fiber surface technology with a balanced core aimed at control and progression.

SLK Valkyrie ($80)

The Valkyrie is designed for social and beginner players, prioritizing forgiveness and ease of use.

It features a widebody shape to enlarge the sweet spot and incorporates Fiberflex™ Fiberglass technology for a softer, more forgiving response. Under the hood is an X5 16mm Polymer Core.

Key Technology:

• X5 16mm Polymer Core
• Widebody shape
• Fiberflex™ Fiberglass face
• Shaped: widebody only

At $80, the Valkyrie is the most accessible option in the reset — emphasizing playability and bold, statement-making graphics.

The Bigger Picture

The SLK reset reflects a broader trend in pickleball equipment: trickle-down technology.

Foam cores, raw carbon fiber faces, and MOI integrated weight systems — once limited to $200+ paddles — are increasingly appearing in sub-$200 (and even $100) models.

As the brand states:

With price points ranging from $80 to $180, Selkirk is clearly segmenting the line by skill level while keeping recognizable performance features throughout.

The new SLK paddle are live now. Check them out here.