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Paddle Comparison

Gearbox Pro Ultimate vs Selkirk Project 007 Invikta

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Gearbox Pro Ultimate

Higher Swing Weight (power) (123.14 vs 117.47, +5.67)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Project 007 Invikta

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (123.14 vs 117.47)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Project 007 Invikta

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.54 vs 5.85, +0.31)

Value

Selkirk Project 007 Invikta

Lower effective price ($247.49 vs $130.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gearbox
Selkirk

Model

Pro Ultimate
Project 007 Invikta

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
14mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

123.14
117.47

Twist Weight

5.54
5.85

Play Style

power

Retail Price

$274.99
$130.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$247.49
$130.00

Gearbox

Pro Ultimate

$247.49 (was $274.99)

Selkirk

Project 007 Invikta

$130.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gearbox Pro Ultimate if…

  • You want more power — SW 123.14 is 5.67 points higher.

Pick the Selkirk Project 007 Invikta if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (117.47 vs 123.14) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.85 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $117 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

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