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Company: Selkirk
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Invikta Vanguard 2.0

16 mm

Weight: 7.5 oz

Price: $199.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    elongated

  • Length:
    16.5 in
  • Width:
    7.375 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5.25 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Invikta Vanguard 2.0 by Selkirk is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, a material known for balancing power and control. The face is constructed of carbon fiber, often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.5 ounces with a 110 swing weight (considered low), this paddle may be maneuverable. The 5.25-inch grip may be suitable for most players, though those preferring two-handed backhands might find it shorter than ideal. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented play. The combination of core and face materials could offer a blend of power and control. The elongated shape might provide a larger sweet spot. The low swing weight may enhance maneuverability but could limit power generation. The Vanguard 2.0's twist weight is 5.62, with a twist weight rating of 3.3 out of 10 and a twist weight percentile of 13%, suggesting it may be less resistant to twisting on off-center hits compared to other paddles. This paddle might be suitable for players prioritizing control and maneuverability.

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio1148--1105.62-
Estimated:1148--1105.62-

Attributes

Summary

The Invikta Vanguard 2.0 by Selkirk is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, a material known for balancing power and control. The face is constructed of carbon fiber, often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.5 ounces with a 110 swing weight (considered low), this paddle may be maneuverable. The 5.25-inch grip may be suitable for most players, though those preferring two-handed backhands might find it shorter than ideal. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented play. The combination of core and face materials could offer a blend of power and control. The elongated shape might provide a larger sweet spot. The low swing weight may enhance maneuverability but could limit power generation. The Vanguard 2.0's twist weight is 5.62, with a twist weight rating of 3.3 out of 10 and a twist weight percentile of 13%, suggesting it may be less resistant to twisting on off-center hits compared to other paddles. This paddle might be suitable for players prioritizing control and maneuverability.

Comparisons

Reviews

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio1148--1105.62-
Estimated:1148--1105.62-

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

110

29th percentile

3.5%

Average

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

110

29th percentile

3.5%

Average

Spin

1,148RPM

4th percentile

1.4

Twist weight

5.62

13th percentile

3.3

Balance point

No data available

Spin

1,148RPM

4th percentile

1.4

Twist weight

5.62

13th percentile

3.3

Balance point

No data available

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