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The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta pickleball paddle, a purple carbon paddle with a white grip, front view.
Selkirk

Selkirk LUXX Control Air (Invikta)

Players who want a thick-core plush, dwell-heavy feel for control while keeping enough pop and spin for all-court play.

Weight
7.95 oz
Core
20mm
Shape
elongated
Grip
4.25 in

Face · Florek blended carbon fiber (InfiniGrit on newer version)

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Strengths and trade-offs

  • +Thick 19-20mm core gives a soft, stable, dwell-heavy feel and a large sweet spot
  • +FlexFoam perimeter dampens vibration and steadies off-center hits
  • +Blended carbon face, plus InfiniGrit on the new model, delivers durable spin
  • –The thick core trades away some raw drive versus a dedicated power paddle
  • –Premium Selkirk price

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