JustPaddles
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100Universal Acclaim
Love the Paddle — Pros: It is light and helps my tennis elbow, It has a lot of pop and control . I instantly like the paddle! — Cons: A little expensive.
Selkirk
Selkirk LABS 008 Invikta 13mm Pickleball Paddle
91Universal Acclaim
The Selkirk LABS 008 Invikta receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its light weight, excellent touch, control, and comfort, with many reviewers praising its plush foam core and balanced feel. The main criticisms center on its high price point and a trade-off between control and power—some players find it lacks aggressive power and may not suit power-focused playing styles.
Sentiment Breakdown
70 positive / 20 neutral / 10 negative
Pros
- Light weight reduces fatigue and helps with tennis elbow
- Excellent touch, feel, and control for tactical play
- Plush foam core absorbs ball and provides nice feedback
- Comfortable grip reduces fatigue during longer matches
- Well-balanced and premium build quality
Cons
- Premium price point ($280); better value on sale
- Lacks power for aggressive players; not ideal for power-focused styles
- Foam core may reduce control for some players
What Reviewers Mention
Control
50% of reviews
Touch & Feel
40% of reviews
Power
40% of reviews
Comfort & Weight
30% of reviews
Price
20% of reviews
Specifications
| Core Thickness | 13 mm |
|---|---|
| Exit Velocity | 41.58 mph mph |
| Spin Rate | 916.24 rpm rpm |
| Consistency | 2.77 sd sd |
| Swing Weight | 844.39 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Twist Weight | 25.04 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Balance Point | 9.18 in in |
Where to Buy
Most Recent Reviews: Showing 10 reviews
JustPaddles
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100Universal Acclaim
Solid Feel — Pros: The Foam core gives the paddle a nice plush touch and can absorb the ball to unload extra power on putaways. — Cons: None as of now.
JustPaddles
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40Generally Unfavorable
Not a fan of the foam core — Pros: Not much stronger? lasts longer? — Cons: less control
JustPaddles
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100Universal Acclaim
a — Pros: — Cons:
Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Happy Husband: My husband loves it!! Great deal too!!
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Excellent Paddle: Good sturdy paddle. Gives more power and spin to each shot
Pickleball Warehouse
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80Universal Acclaim
Very good for control: If you want something very tactical and precise, this is a good option. It lacks power, and I think it's not suitable for aggressive players. However, if your style is more tactical and focused on precision, this is ideal for you. It feels very different when hitting the ball if you want to generate power.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Great buy at sale price: Wouldnt recommend at $280 but absolute steal for $100 when it was on sale
Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Amazing Paddle with Excellent Touch and Grip: I recently purchased a paddle from Selkirk, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. The touch and feel are outstanding, giving me great control and confidence on every shot. The grip feels very comfortable in hand, even during longer matches, and helps reduce fatigue. Overall, the paddle feels well-balanced, solid, and premium. It has definitely improved my game and makes playing even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great
Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Power: I believed most players love this but on my game style is not my preference paddle.
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