Vanguard Power Air - Invikta vs. Rush

Brand

Price

$250|Click for an updated price
$99.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.4

Width

7.3757.5

Core Thickness

1316

Core Material

Polymer Honeycomb???

Facing Material

Hybrid Blend of Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber16

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.17.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

5.255.4

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.

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Power Air - Invikta is more expensive ($250) than Rush ($99.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Rush has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (13 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 Power Air - Invikta has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Rush (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Rush has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Vanguard Power Air - Invikta and Rush have the same weight (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Rush has a greater handle length (5.4 inches) than Vanguard Power Air - Invikta (5.25 inches).

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