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Head-to-Head Comparison

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic vs Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta

The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic scores 8.8 and the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta scores 8.6 on our spec-based rating scale. Calculated from each maker’s published specs; we don’t play-test paddles.

Ratings Head to Head

Selkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicSelkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta
Power89
Control8.58
Spin8.59.5
Sweet spot108
Research score8.88.6

Which Suits Your Game?

Player typeSelkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicSelkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta
Beginners9.08.3
Touch players8.88.4
Power hitters8.68.8
Spin players8.69.0

Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted

Key Differences

  • The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic rates 10 to the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta’s 8.
  • Power goes to the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta (9 vs 8).
  • Spin goes to the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta (9.5 vs 8.5).
  • The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic also leads on control, 8.5 to 8.
  • Different shapes: the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic is standard and the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta is elongated.

The Verdict

Pick the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic if you want more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.

Pick the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta if you want more power and more spin, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.

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Specs Side by Side

SpecSelkirk AMPED Pro Air EpicSelkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta
Weight7.8–8.2 oz7.8–8.2 oz
ShapeStandardElongated
Length15.75 in16.5 in
Width8 in7.45 in
Core thickness16 mm16 mm
CoreX5+ polypropylene honeycombX5+ polypropylene honeycomb
FaceFiberFlex+ fiberglass with ProSpin+ micro textureFiberFlex+ fiberglass with ProSpin+ micro texture
Handle length5.25 in5.25 in
Grip size4.25 in4.25 in
Price$100 (list $180)$100 (list $180)
USA Pickleball approvedYesYes

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 Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?

On our spec-based scale the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic scores higher (8.8 vs 8.6). By player type, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic suits beginners and touch players better, while the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta suits power hitters and spin players better.

Which has more power, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?

The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8).

Which is better for beginners, the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic or the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta?

The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.3), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.

Are the Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Epic and Selkirk AMPED Pro Air Invikta approved for tournament play?

Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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