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Joola Perseus 14mm vs Selkirk Power Air Invikta

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Joola Perseus 14mm
Selkirk Power Air Invikta
Price
$249.99
$249.99
Swing Weight
112
112
Twist Weight
5.72
5.62
Weight
8 oz
8 oz
Core
14mm
13mm
Power
—
53.5 MPH
Pop
—
36.5 MPH
Spin
1772 RPM
1894 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Fiberglass
Build
—
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
Balance
242mm
237mm

Joola Perseus 14mm

This paddle delivers crisp 14mm 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
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Limited spin at 1772 RPM (13th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.72 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Selkirk Power Air Invikta

This paddle delivers control-oriented 53.5 MPH power, crisp 13mm 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
  • +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 53.5 MPH (bottom 3%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.62 (11th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue

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