Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic vs Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta
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Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
The value vs. premium matchup
The Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta's 16mm 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 Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta is the value pick at $119.99. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic is the premium option at
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic | Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 13mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) | — |
| Face material | T700 raw carbon fiber | 4-Layer 12K raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.25" | 5.3" |
| Price | $219.99 | $119.99 |
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic is listed at 7.7–8.1 oz; Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta at 7.8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic has a 13mm core; Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta has a 16mm core, so the Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta core is 3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Handle length. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic has a 5.25" handle; Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta has a 5.3" handle, so the Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta handle is 0.05" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic lists its face as T700 raw carbon fiber; Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta lists 4-Layer 12K raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
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
Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm 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 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: all-court
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic if…
- ✓you want a hot face for put-aways
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
Pick the Selkirk Vanguard Pro 16mm Invikta if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
More matchups with the Selkirk VANGUARD Power Air Epic
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