Paddle Comparison
Selkirk Amped Control Invikta vs Selkirk Project 008 Tour
The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta (SW 115.43) and Selkirk Project 008 Tour (SW 112.87) sit 2.56 swing-weight points apart — close enough that shape, feel, and price become the real differentiators. The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta also has the wider sweet spot — TW 5.79 versus 5.35 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits. Shape adds another dimension: the Amped Control Invikta is elongated, the Project 008 Tour is hybrid, which changes reach, kitchen feel, and sweet-spot position.
Selkirk
Amped Control Invikta
Elongated · 16mm · $100.00
Selkirk
Project 008 Tour
Hybrid · 16mm · $100.00
Who wins on what
Power
Selkirk Amped Control Invikta
Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.43 vs 112.87, +2.56)
Hand Speed
Selkirk Project 008 Tour
Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.43 vs 112.87)
Sweet Spot / Forgiveness
Selkirk Amped Control Invikta
Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.79 vs 5.35, +0.44)
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Which paddle should you buy?
Pick the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta if…
- You want more power — SW 115.43 is 2.56 points higher.
- You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.79 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
- You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.
Pick the Selkirk Project 008 Tour if…
- You want faster hands — lower SW (112.87 vs 115.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
- You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta or the Selkirk Project 008 Tour better for power?
The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta generates more power — SW 115.43 vs 112.87 on the Selkirk Project 008 Tour, a 2.56-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Project 008 Tour's lower swing weight is the advantage.
Which paddle is more forgiving — the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta or the Selkirk Project 008 Tour?
The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta is more forgiving with a twist weight of 5.79 vs 5.35 on the Selkirk Project 008 Tour. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.
What is the price difference between the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta and the Selkirk Project 008 Tour?
With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta is $100.00 and the Selkirk Project 008 Tour is $100.00. The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta is $0.00 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.
How does the shape difference affect how the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta and Selkirk Project 008 Tour play?
The Selkirk Amped Control Invikta's elongated shape delivers extra reach and a higher sweet spot — better for drives, resets, and transition-zone play. The Selkirk Project 008 Tour's hybrid gives a balance of reach and maneuverability — versatile for both the kitchen and the baseline. For players who live at the kitchen line, that shape distinction often matters more than a 1–2 point SW difference.
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