Vanguard 2.0 S2

I just got my Vanguard S-2 Hybrid through an outside source because they are back ordered at Selkirk. I am a 4.0 player and having been using the S-2 Amped, which is a great paddle. I have always been skeptical of new equipment hype because in golf and skiing it is really the old stuff with a face lift. Not so with this. I started practice with old S-2 Amped so I could give the Vanguard a fair evaluation. When I switched to the Vanguard it was amazing. Your crushing serves stay in. At the net, you can lift shots that are below the net, put serious pace on it, with top spin, and keep it in. Miss hits on the end of the paddle are like you hit the sweet spot. Anything in the green zone is an automatic put away. Forehand and backhand shots feel the same. It is truly worth the money. To sum it up, if you are playing a player of similar ability and he/she is using the Vanguard and you're not....you're going to get beat, I don't care what brand you are using.

I've played all models of the amped series, and kept a couple, but was still constantly in the search for another paddle. Until I tried the vanguard series! For reference, I play 5 days a week and am around a 4.5 but take that however you choose. But as another reviewer mentioned, I was skeptical to bite on the hype of the vanguard paddle. The biggest gain I've seen is in the mis-hit balls. I will say there is no question in my mind that I am getting balls over the net that otherwise wouldn't with my other paddles (there are many). All in all I feel the purchase had elevated my game, and makes me tempted to put the vanguard power a try.

I love my new paddle. I am a level three player who has been playing for a year. I love this paddle. The sweet spot is amazing and the surface gives good spin control. My shots are faster and more consistent. I got the mid weight and it is heavier than I am used to but I only notice it at the end of my play. I liked it the first time I played with it and although expensive I would recommend it if you can afford it.

I demo'd a few paddles before happily buying the S2 Vanguard last week. I never would have thought I would spend $200 on a PB paddle, but this is worth the money!

Excelled from beginner/entry level player to now mid level 3.0 player.

I have searched for that special paddle I’m confident playing with.

I’ve finally found it. The Vanguard S2 lightweight is the one for me.

Control, power, sweet spot feel and weight are it’s value.

I sampled an played with 5 other paddles. This one excelled.

Well $200. For this paddle?…yes sir…and we’ll worth it.

I’m a happy player.