{"product_id":"selkirk-labs-project-008-pickleball-paddle","title":"Selkirk LABS Project 008 – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Selkirk LABS Project 008 Pickleball Paddle is a 16mm raw carbon pickleball paddle built around PureFoam core technology. It is available in three shapes: Invikta, Epic and Tour, so you can match the paddle to your play style. Its main difference is a thermoformed construction with an extra foam wall for a larger, more forgiving sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePureFoam core – Dense core that resists impact and warping, helping the paddle last longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT700 raw carbon face – Precise control and strong spin on every shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermoformed construction with foam wall – Expands the sweet spot and adds forgiveness on off-center hits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOctagonal handle – Improves grip stability and helps you move quickly during fast exchanges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge guard – Protects the paddle edges from impacts to keep performance consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePureFoam Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermoformed Construction with Additional Foam Wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.75\", 15.85\", 16.45\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.45\", 7.5\", 7.8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 oz, 8.0 oz, 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3\", 5.5\", 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e106.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Year Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paddle suits intermediate and advanced players who want a balance of power, control and spin. The Epic shape works well for players who want control and flexibility, while the Invikta and Tour shapes offer a larger sweet spot for stronger attacking play. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it can be used in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the Invikta, Epic and Tour shapes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Epic shape is the standard option with a longer handle, suited to control-focused play. The Invikta and Tour shapes are longer with a larger sweet spot, which gives more power and forgiveness for attacking play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paddle approved for tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Selkirk LABS Project 008 is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/selkirk-sports\"\u003eSelkirk\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selkirk","offers":[{"title":"13 mm \/ Invikta","offer_id":67829196292329,"sku":"PAD-SEL-00852-01","price":315.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"13 mm \/ Epic","offer_id":67829196325097,"sku":"PAD-SEL-00852-02","price":315.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"13 mm \/ Tour","offer_id":67829196357865,"sku":"PAD-SEL-00852-03","price":315.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Tour","offer_id":67829196390633,"sku":"PAD-SEL-00852-04","price":315.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_b00a2a22-6940-46b5-b03b-b1d966349c53.png?v=1793548740","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/selkirk-labs-project-008-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}