Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) vs. Hellbender Neucore

paddle imageVanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight)
paddle imageHellbender Neucore

Brand

SelkirkSee all paddles
GammaSee all paddles

Price

$200|Click for an updated price
$151.03|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.4516.125

Width

7.447.625

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb CoreNeuCore Polypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber FaceTextured Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.17.6 - 7.6

Handle Length

5.54.5

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
Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

Compare all 14 Gamma paddles

FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) is more expensive ($200) than Hellbender Neucore ($151.03).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) and Hellbender Neucore have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater length (16.45 inches) than Hellbender Neucore (16.125 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Hellbender Neucore has a greater width (7.625 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.44 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Hellbender Neucore (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Hellbender Neucore (4.5 inches).

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