AMPED - Invikta vs. Rush
Brand | SelkirkSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $150|Click for an updated price | $99.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.375 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | X5 Core | ??? |
Facing Material | FiberFlex | 16 |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.8 - 8.4 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.25 | 5.4 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2014
Hayden, ID
37 paddles
While priced higher than other brands like VaticPro & SixZero, I think Selkirk does more to help grow the sport than most other brands. When purchasing from Selkirk Labs, you're investing in the R&D of paddle technology. If money is of no issue, the 006 is a great paddle.
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
AMPED - Invikta is more expensive ($150) than Rush ($99.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
AMPED - Invikta and Rush have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
AMPED - Invikta has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Rush (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Rush has a greater width (7.5 inches) than AMPED - Invikta (7.375 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
AMPED - Invikta has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Rush (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Rush has a greater handle length (5.4 inches) than AMPED - Invikta (5.25 inches).