Selkirk
Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic)
Touch players who prioritize dinks, resets and spin
Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V | Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| Touch players | 9.2 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.3 | 7.9 |
| Spin players | 8.6 | 8.8 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V rates 7 to the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic)’s 6.
- On spin, the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) is ahead: 9.5 vs 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V (10 vs 9.5).
- They tie on control (9.5).
- Core thickness: 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V against 19 mm for the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic). The thinner JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Choose the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V if you want more power and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a power hitter.
Choose the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) if you want more spin and a lower price, especially if you’re a spin player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V | Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.2 oz (16 mm) | 7.9–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Standard | Standard |
| Length | 16 in | 15.85 in |
| Width | 8 in | 7.85 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) | 19 mm |
| Core | Polypropylene (PP) core + carbon fiber (CF) + EVA foam (Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall) | X7 Thickset polymer honeycomb |
| Face | Textured carbon fiber | Florek carbon fiber with InfiniGrit texture |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.25 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in (16 mm) or 4.125 in (14 mm) | 4.25 in |
| Price | $299.95 | $200 (list $280) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V or the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic)?
On our spec-based scale the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V scores higher (8.8 vs 8.6). By player type, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V suits beginners and power hitters better, while the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) suits spin players better.
Which has more power, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V or the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic)?
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V rates higher for power on our scale (7 vs 6).
Which is better for beginners, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V or the Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic)?
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V scores higher for beginners (9.2 vs 9.0), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V and Selkirk LUXX Control Air with InfiniGrit (Epic) approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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