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The elongated 16.5 in face adds leverage to the springy FiberFlex+ fiberglass face, giving it more power than the Epic version. Selkirk publishes a higher swing weight (about 119) for the Invikta.
Verified buyers on Selkirk.com (4.7/5 from 631 reviews across the Epic and Invikta, Sept 2026) describe a balance of power and control. The longer shape and fiberglass face put its spec-based control rating slightly below the Epic's.
Selkirk's ProSpin+ texture plus the elongated shape's extra head speed give it the best spin credentials of the two AMPED shapes.
The narrower 7.45 in face and a published twist weight of about 5.91 make it less forgiving on off-center hits than the Epic.
The longer face and higher swing weight make it a little slower at the kitchen line than the Epic.
Its lower twist weight means it is less stable on off-center contact than the wider Epic version, based on Selkirk's published figures.
Assembled in the USA with a limited lifetime warranty, and frequently discounted well below its list price.
Buyers describe a light, responsive feel from the fiberglass face; a few would prefer a softer response.
Comparable paddles worth a look if this one isn't quite right.
Per Selkirk, the Invikta is elongated (16.5 × 7.45 in) for more reach, while the Epic is a traditional 15.75 × 8 in shape with a lower swing weight (111 vs 119).
Yes. It appears on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list as the Amped Pro Air Invikta.
From its published specifications using our standard rating scale, which applies the same points for core thickness, weight, shape, width, face material, surface texture and construction to every paddle. A small adjustment (up to 0.5) is made only when verified buyers consistently report something the specs don't show. See our Editorial Policy for the full scale.
Extra reach and spin potential from an elongated shape, with Selkirk build quality at a lower price.
Less forgiving off-center and a bit slower at the net than the Epic version.
An intermediate all-court or singles player who wants the leverage of an elongated paddle without paying premium prices.
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