I appreciated being able to try out different paddles at the Pickleball Store, which made it easy to choose. I had my heart set on a particular paddle, but once I was able to serve and volley in a practice area, it became evident, the Selkirk Vanguard Control S2 was suited for my game. I wanted a paddle that had good control and wasn't too heavy. My playing partners have seen the difference in my game also. I find that I can place the ball much better than with my old paddle. If you are looking for a nice control paddle that has a softer feel with some power, this is the paddle for you.