Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) vs. Pro Line Energy S

Brand

Pickleball ApesSee all paddles

Price

$200|Click for an updated price
$169.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.4516.4

Width

7.447.6

Core Thickness

1616.5

Core Material

X5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb CoreNarrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core

Facing Material

T700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber FaceDuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.18 - 8.4

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

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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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Pickleball Apes

Pickleball Apes

2023

Wilmington, DE

4 paddles

Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) is more expensive ($200) than Pro Line Energy S ($169.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro Line Energy S has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) has a greater length (16.45 inches) than Pro Line Energy S (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Pro Line Energy S has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.44 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Pro Line Energy S has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Vanguard Control - Invikta (Midweight) and Pro Line Energy S have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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