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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta vs Selkirk Vanguard Control

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

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta

Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.43 vs 115.29, +0.14)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Vanguard Control

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.43 vs 115.29)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.79 vs 5.51, +0.28)

Value

Selkirk Amped Control Invikta

Lower effective price ($100.00 vs $150.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
Selkirk

Model

Amped Control Invikta
Vanguard Control

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
7.6 oz

Swing Weight

115.43
115.29

Twist Weight

5.79
5.51

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$100.00
$150.00

Discount

Effective Price

$100.00
$150.00

Selkirk

Amped Control Invikta

$100.00

Selkirk

Vanguard Control

$150.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Amped Control Invikta if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.79 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $50 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk Vanguard Control if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

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