Tesla PH lists ‘Plaid’ model, but in pickleball paddle form

MANILA: Tesla Philippines listed a pickleball paddle on its e-shop. 

Dubbed Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk, the racket is said to have been inspired by the aerodynamic design of Tesla vehicles and is a technologically advanced paddle co-created from the ground up through relentless testing and ideation. 

At the time of writing, it is the only “Plaid” Tesla you can buy locally, since the designation is available exclusively for the S and X models, which are not available through Tesla Philippines. 

“Every curve and layer was engineered and optimized for high-performance play. Together with Selkirk, we have created a paddle that unifies Tesla’s first-principles approach to product development and Selkirk’s industry-leading manufacturing expertise,” Tesla Philippines wrote on its website. 

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Paddle specifications 

Based on the listing, the paddle weighs anywhere from 7.8 to  8.1 ounces, placing it in the midweight category. It has an overall length of 16.4 inches, an overall width of 7.5 inches, and a thickness of 16 millimeters; with a grip circumference of 4.25 inches and a grip length of 5.35 inches. 

According to the local arm of the American electric vehicle manufacturer, the surface material used for the Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk is made from InfiniGrit—Selkirk’s advanced paddle surface technology designed for both spin and durability. 

Developed to address grit loss, InfiniGrit (during Selkirk’s lab tests) lasted roughly three times longer than raw carbon fiber paddles, which became nearly smooth after about 50 abrasive cycles. 

On the other hand, the face material is Florek Carbon Fiber, while the core material used is PureFoam Core. The former is Selkirk’s proprietary carbon fiber blend designed for control, additional power capabilities, and an overall larger sweet spot. Meanwhile, the latter is a high-density foam with a core that resists crushing and deformation—also from Selkirk. 

Per the Texas-headquartered company, the Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk is the result of a conversation Selkirk Co-Owner and Director of Research and Development Tom Barne, as well as Tesla’s Director of Product Design Javier Verdura, both of whom share a passion for quality and performance. 

“Months of collaboration, research, and development generated a one-of-a-kind paddle designed to level up your game. Integrated weights, an edgeless design, and an open throat face come together to maximize swing aerodynamics,” the company wrote. 

An order comprises the paddle and a bag. It costs P25,000. 

Plaid prelude? 

As mentioned above, Tesla Philippines is currently not offering the Model S or X Plaid. But is the company sending subtle hints to fans by listing the Tesla Plaid Pickleball Paddle by Selkirk? 

For those wondering, here are a few notable facts about the popular Plaid sedan: 

Tesla Model S Plaid facts 

Maximum power output (in horsepower)	1,020
Acceleration from zero to 100 (in seconds)	Approximately 2.0
Top speed (in kilometers per hour)	Roughly 321
Estimated range (in kilometers)	Around 592
Drag coefficient (in Cd)	0.23
Number of electric motors	Three

Tesla Model X Plaid facts 

Maximum power output (in horsepower)	1,020
Acceleration from zero to 100 (in seconds)	Approximately 2.5
Top speed (in kilometers per hour)	Roughly 262
Estimated range (in kilometers)	Around 539
Drag coefficient (in Cd)	0.24
Number of electric motors	Three

At the time of publishing, the official distributor of Tesla vehicles has the following models on offer: 

• Tesla Model 3
• Tesla Model Y
• Tesla Cybertruck 

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