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Honolulu Pickleball J7NF vs Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Midweight
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Honolulu Pickleball J7NF
Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Midweight
Price
$195
$199.99
Swing Weight
115
114
Twist Weight
5.71
5.81
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Spin
—
2035 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
236mm
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Honolulu Pickleball J7NF
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.71 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10%
Selkirk Vanguard Invikta Control Midweight
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Code: INF-PBSTUDIO — a digital gift card
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