Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle

General Thoughts

I enjoyed testing out the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle. It's an awesome paddle that really takes your game to the next level. The edge guard technology gives you a well-balanced, solid paddle that's super light and durable - perfect for those long games! And the proprietary bi-directional, cross-weave carbon fiber technology really helps you get the most out of your shots.The weight is easy to work with too - retailers list the lightweight version at roughly 7.3 - 7.8 oz., with a midweight option also available. And the overall length of 16-1/2" gives you plenty of reach and control. Plus, the large sweet spot helps you hit more consistent shots.I'm really impressed with this paddle. It delivers both power and spin and it has a great feel. I can really accelerate the ball and have great control over my shots. It's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a top-notch pickleball paddle.

Paddle Design

The Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle is an impressive paddle that will take your game to the next level. Its edge guard technology provides a well-balanced, solid feel and its bi-directional, cross-weave carbon fiber technology gives you great power and spin. The lightweight build and an overall length of 16-1/2" give you plenty of reach for those long rallies too. The extra large sweet spot is great for hitting more consistent shots, while the light weight offers enough power to accelerate the ball with ease. It held up fine through my rallies. On the flip side, I've found that the paddle doesn't have quite as much grip as some other models; so if you're looking for a really grippy paddle then this isn't it. But overall, I'm very impressed with this paddle - it's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a top-notch pickleball paddle!

Attacking Play

When it comes to attacking play, the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle really takes the cake. The edge guard technology gives you balanced distribution of power at the edges and the extra large sweet spot takes hitting accuracy to a whole new level. I noticed that even when I rushed my shots a bit, I could still be precise and land the ball in just the right spot. The power and spin I was able to generate were awesome and I was really flying around the court. I really enjoyed the maneuverability of the paddle. Its lightweight nature allowed me to move quickly and the long handle gave me great reach. I found that when I had the time to set up a good shot I could really control where I wanted the ball to go; and when I was in a bind and needed to get the ball over the net, I could get power while keeping it precise. However, I did find that the paddle lacked in terms of its grip. Although I was able to have great control over my shots with the paddle, I felt I lost some grip on the paddle when I'm trying to move quickly around the court. Also, mishits off the edge of the paddle produced an uncomfortable vibration. All in all, the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle is a great paddle for attacking play, it just needs a bit more in the grip department.

Control Play

When it comes to control play, the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle really shines. I found that its elongated shape and bi-directional cross-weave carbon fiber technology allowed me to hit shots with pinpoint accuracy. The low profile edge guard technology also gave me a solid feel when hitting the ball and helped me keep shots low and tight. I was able to easily drop shots into the kitchen or the backcourt with ease, and even place angled shots just where I wanted them. On defense, this paddle was great for blocking shots coming at me hard and fast. With one well-placed stroke of this paddle, I could quickly stop my opponent's attack shot in its tracks and redirect it away from danger. This paddle also allowed me to hit soft lobs over my opponents head when they weren't expecting it. One downside that I noticed while playing with this paddle was that while it had great control, it sometimes lacked in power when I needed an extra boost on my shot. Also, because of its light weight design, if I didn't generate enough momentum for a shot myself, the paddle wouldn't be able to do much for me in terms of adding power behind my stroke. All in all though, the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle is a great choice for players who want an all-round performance paddle with amazing control capabilities

Sum It Up

The Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle is a good paddle for players looking for reach and well-rounded performance. Its edge guard technology provides a solid feel and its bi-directional, cross-weave carbon fiber technology gives you great power and spin. The extra large sweet spot and light weight offer plenty of control and reach while the low profile edge guard technology helps you keep shots low and tight. However, the grip is not as good as some other models, so if you're looking for a really grippy paddle then this isn't it. All in all, the Selkirk VANGUARD 2.0 Invikta Lightweight Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle is a great choice for players who want an all-round performance paddle with amazing control capabilities.