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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Mav vs Selkirk Amped Control 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

Holbrook Mav

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.43 vs 115.43, +3.00)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.43 vs 115.43)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Mav

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.49 vs 5.79, +0.70)

Value

Holbrook Mav

Lower effective price ($84.99 vs $100.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Selkirk

Model

Mav
Amped Control Invikta

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

118.43
115.43

Twist Weight

6.49
5.79

Play Style

control

Retail Price

$99.99
$100.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$84.99
$100.00

Holbrook

Mav

$84.99 (was $99.99)

Selkirk

Amped Control Invikta

$100.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Mav if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.43 is 3.00 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.49 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $15 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (115.43 vs 118.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

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