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Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm vs Volair Alto 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm
Volair Alto 16mm
Price
$100
$99.99
Swing Weight
119
120
Twist Weight
5.93
6.2
Weight
8.2 oz
8.2 oz
Power
55.5 MPH
55.1 MPH
Pop
34.8 MPH
34.8 MPH
Spin
1855 RPM
1737 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
240mm
244mm

Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Great value at $100 — cheaper than 91% of paddles (avg $190)

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (11th percentile, 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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Volair Alto 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.1 MPH power — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 93% of paddles (avg $190)

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 55.1 MPH (16th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (11th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Limited spin at 1737 RPM (12th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles

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