Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta vs Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Reach vs. maneuverability
The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta's 20mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic's 13mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta | Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.7–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 20mm | 13mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) |
| Face material | CFS+ (carbon fiber spray) | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.25" |
| Price | $199.99 | $219.99 |
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic at 7.7–8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has a 20mm core; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic has a 13mm core, so the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta core is 7mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta measures 16.5" × 7.38"; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic measures 15.88" × 8.13" (elongated vs widebody). The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is 0.63" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has a 5.5" handle; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic has a 5.25" handle, so the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta lists its face as CFS+; Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic lists T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 20mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: control, spin
Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic if…
- ✓you want a hot face for put-aways
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
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