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Adidas Metalbone Team EVA 16mm (blue) vs Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Lightweight
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone Team EVA 16mm (blue)
Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Lightweight
Price
$209
$199.99
Swing Weight
113
104
Twist Weight
5.03
5.3
Weight
7.9 oz
7.4 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.8 MPH
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Pop
37.3 MPH
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Spin
1978 RPM
2018 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
241mm
234mm
Adidas Metalbone Team EVA 16mm (blue)
This paddle delivers 86th percentile power (57.8 MPH), plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 57.8 MPH puts it in the 86th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.3 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Firepower Elite tier — one of the most powerful paddles in lab testing
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.03 (bottom 1%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower Players
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Lightweight
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 7% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Lightweight at 7.4 oz (bottom 1%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.3 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 7%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm Issues
Creator code: INF-PBSTUDIO — a digital gift card
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