Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) vs. Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight)
Brand  | SelkirkSee all paddles  | SelkirkSee all paddles  | 
Price  | $200|Click for an updated price  | $200|Click for an updated price  | 
USAPA Approved  | Yes | Yes | 
Year Released  | -- | -- | 
Length  | 16 | 16.45 | 
Width  | 7.8 | 7.44 | 
Core Thickness  | 16 | 16 | 
Core Material  | X5 Polypropylene Honeycomb Core | X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core | 
Facing Material  | T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face | T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face | 
Weight (Low-High)  | 7.7 - 8.1 | 7.4 - 7.6 | 
Handle Length  | 5.3 | 5.5 | 
Handle Grip Circumference  | 4.25 | 4.25 | 
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) and Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) have the same price (200).
Is there a difference in the core?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) and Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) has a greater length (16.45 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) has a greater width (7.8 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) (7.44 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) (7.5 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Vanguard Control - Invikta (Lightweight) has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Midweight) (5.3 inches).




