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Core Reaction Pro Elongated 16mm vs Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Core Reaction Pro Elongated 16mm
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
Price
$124.99
$160
Swing Weight
125
119
Twist Weight
6.03
5.93
Weight
8.2 oz
8.2 oz
Power
55.7 MPH
55.5 MPH
Pop
34.6 MPH
34.8 MPH
Spin
1863 RPM
1855 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
248mm
240mm
Core Reaction Pro Elongated 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 125 (top 5%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Great value at $124.99 — cheaper than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.6 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 125 (top 5%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
Best For
Tennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Limited spin at 1855 RPM (20th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
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