Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) vs. Edge 18k - Power
Brand | SelkirkSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $200|Click for an updated price | $239.95|Diadem Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.45 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.44 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core | Honeycomb |
Facing Material | T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.7 - 8.1 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.3 |
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?
Edge 18k - Power is more expensive ($239.95) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) ($200).
Is there a difference in the core?
Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) and Edge 18k - Power have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater length (16.45 inches) than Edge 18k - Power (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Edge 18k - Power has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.44 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Edge 18k - Power has a greater weight (8 oz) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Edge 18k - Power (5.3 inches).
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