Babolat Baller + vs Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 16mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

Babolat Baller +

Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 16mm

Price

$219.99

$230

Swing Weight

113

114

Twist Weight

6.08

5.96

Weight

8.3 oz

8 oz

Core

16mm

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Power

56 MPH

55.7 MPH

Pop

35.8 MPH

36 MPH

Spin

1932 RPM

1887 RPM

Shape

Hybrid

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Face

Carbon

Composite

Build

Gen 2

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Balance

234mm

238mm

Babolat Baller +

This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.

Pros

+Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

−Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
−On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (top 7%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

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Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.

Pros

Cons

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