Selkirk Sport
Selkirk Sport Amped Control Invikta
The Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta is an elongated control paddle with lasting spin and useful reach. It suits players who want softer placement at the kitchen without giving up baseline drives.
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Overview
This paddle uses a 16mm polypropylene raw honeycomb core with a fiberglass FiberFlex+ face. The thick core supports the control-focused character described by retailers, while the fiberglass face supports the paddle's emphasis on spin. The seller lists an elongated 16.5-inch shape and a 7.45-inch width.
The Invikta shape gives you extra reach and a longer handle for power and spin. Selkirk describes it as having a larger sweet spot than other elongated shapes. Its listed dimensions favor reach and leverage over the compact feel of a widebody paddle. The octagonal grip gives the handle a defined shape, and the paddle is USA Pickleball approved.
Play style
This paddle fits a control-first game built around shot placement, soft hands, and point construction. Retailers describe it as providing soft touch and enough power to move from the baseline to the kitchen. That makes it a practical choice for controlled drives, resets, and deliberate third-shot patterns.
The elongated shape adds reach and leverage, while the fiberglass face supports the paddle's spin-focused design. Choose it if you want lasting spin and baseline access without making raw power the main priority. Players seeking the hardest possible drives may prefer a more power-focused paddle.
Best for
- Players who want softer hands and placement at the kitchen
- Baseline players who need reach for drives and transitions
- Players looking for more spin without choosing a power-first paddle
- Anyone wanting a first control-oriented paddle upgrade
Look elsewhere if
- Players who want maximum power above control
- Players who prefer a widebody paddle shape
- Players who dislike elongated handles or longer paddle dimensions
- Players seeking the shortest, most compact swing feel
Strengths
- 16mm polypropylene core supports its control-focused character
- Fiberglass FiberFlex+ face aligns with its spin-focused design
- Elongated shape adds reach and leverage
- Selkirk describes the Invikta shape as having an increased sweet spot versus other elongated shapes
- Long handle supports power and spin
Things to consider
- The elongated shape may feel less compact than a widebody paddle
- Its control focus may not satisfy players who prioritize maximum power
- The 7.45-inch width offers less face area than a wider paddle shape
- Weight varies by version, so check whether you want the midweight or lightweight option
- The longer 16.5-inch profile may require an adjustment if you usually play with a shorter paddle
Specs
| Brand | Selkirk Sport |
|---|---|
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | Fiberglass |
| Face material | Fiberglass |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.45 in |
| Handle | Octagonal grip |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Not listed by the seller: weight, handle length, grip circumference.
Specs come from the seller's product listing and may be incomplete or change between batches. Double-check before you buy.
Sources
- Selkirk AMPED Control - Invikta - Pickleball Paddle | Selkirk Sport - We Are Pickleball
- AMPED Control Invikta Midweight – Sports Basement
- Selkirk AMPED Control - Invikta - Pickleball Paddle | Selkirk Sport - We Are Pickleball
- Selkirk Sport Amped Control Invikta Midweight Pickleball Paddle - Gray : Target