Reviews > Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta Paddle (Lightweight)
September 23, 2024

Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta Paddle (Lightweight)

Craving power and control? Welcome the AMPED Control! Selkirk’s first hybrid paddle, AMPED, was the industry’s premier thick core being 5/8” while other paddles were no more than 1/2”. Now, we have AMPED Control, featuring everything the AMPED paddle has to offer, plus their Ultra Durable surface coating that provides long-lasting spin. 

I can’t help but feel like this paddle was made for me, and not just because it’s a beautiful sky blue with a large sweet spot. It’s got a great 5.25” handle, long enough for a double-handed grip, without getting in the way. As a player who favors double-handed back swings, I find this paddle especially effective in providing the control and power I need to take charge on the court. I also appreciate the elongated face the Ivinkta paddle shape offers; as I’m somewhat vertically challenged, I’ll take all the extra reach I can get. 

I really appreciate the lightweight version (7.2-7.7 oz) as I’m not playing pickleball to bulk up. It in no way sacrifices power - I can still deliver strong shots from the baseline and smash ‘em from the kitchen while maintaining my focus on the game without feeling weighed down. 

The first time I played with this paddle, I won 7 games in a row! *mic drop*