Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Invikta 12mm Review
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.9 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, 84th percentile spin (2176 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $250. Swing weight: 106. Twist weight: 5.45. Weight: 7.9 oz. Power: 54.9 MPH. Spin: 2176 RPM. Core: 13mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Hybrid.
Pros
- Good spin generation at 2176 RPM (84th percentile)
- Quick hands — swing weight of 106 is in the bottom 10% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- 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 54.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- Low stability — twist weight of 5.45 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
- Doubles Specialists: Light swing weight (106, bottom 10%) with 36.5 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen
- Spin-Heavy Players: 2176 RPM (84th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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Selkirk
Vanguard Power Air Invikta 12mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.9 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, 84th percentile spin (2176 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
$250
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Elongated13mm coreHybrid
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
106
Twist Weight
5.45
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
54.9 MPH
Pop
36.5 MPH
Spin
2176 RPM
Balance
231mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Good spin generation at 2176 RPM (84th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 106 is in the bottom 10% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +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 54.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.45 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Doubles Specialists
Light swing weight (106, bottom 10%) with 36.5 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen
Spin-Heavy Players
2176 RPM (84th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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