Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta vs. Edge 18k - Power

Brand

Price

$250|Selkirk Click for an updated price
$239.95|Diadem Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.4

Width

7.3757.5

Core Thickness

1316

Core Material

Polymer HoneycombHoneycomb

Facing Material

Hybrid Blend of Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber3D 18k Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.18 - 8

Handle Length

5.255.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Selkirk

Selkirk

2014

Hayden, ID

37 paddles

Selkirk is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta is more expensive ($250) than Edge 18k - Power ($239.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (13 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Edge 18k - Power (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater weight (8 oz) than Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Edge 18k - Power has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Catherine Parenteau Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (5.25 inches).

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