Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) vs. Alchemy 13.5mm

paddle imageVanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight)
paddle imageAlchemy 13.5mm

Brand

SelkirkSee all paddles
Vatic ProSee all paddles

Price

$200|Click for an updated price
$179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.4516.5

Width

7.447.5

Core Thickness

1613.5

Core Material

X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb CoreOptimized C7 Polymers

Facing Material

T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber FaceRaw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.18.3 - 8.5

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

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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.

Compare all 37 Selkirk paddles
Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.

Compare all 9 Vatic Pro paddles

FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) is more expensive ($200) than Alchemy 13.5mm ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Alchemy 13.5mm (13.5 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (16.45 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.44 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater weight (8.4 oz) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) and Alchemy 13.5mm have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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