Selkirk
Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta
All-court players who want extra reach at a lower price
Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Onix Praxis | Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.4 | 8.3 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 8.4 |
| Power hitters | 9.7 | 8.8 |
| Spin players | 9.5 | 9.0 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Onix Praxis rates 9.5 to the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta’s 8.
- On power, the Onix Praxis is ahead: 10 vs 9.
- On control, the Onix Praxis is ahead: 9 vs 8.
- They tie on spin (9.5).
- Price: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Onix Praxis if you want more power, more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Go with the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta if you want a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Onix Praxis | Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.75–8.25 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 7.45 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (13 mm version also available) | 16 mm |
| Core | Endurafoam solid foam core | X5+ polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber | FiberFlex+ fiberglass with ProSpin+ micro texture |
| Handle length | 5.4 in | 5.25 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $169.99 | $100 (list $180) |
| 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 Onix Praxis or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Praxis scores higher (9.5 vs 8.6). By player type, the Onix Praxis suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Onix Praxis or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?
The Onix Praxis rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the Onix Praxis or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?
The Onix Praxis scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 8.3), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Onix Praxis and Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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