{"product_id":"selkirk-vanguard-pro-invikta-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 16mm – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta is a 16mm raw carbon fiber pickleball paddle built for players who want aggressive, attacking play. Its 16mm honeycomb core gives you a firm, responsive feel, and it suits intermediate and advanced players who are comfortable with a smaller sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12k raw carbon fiber face – firm, responsive feel for driving the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX5+ 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core – a solid, stable hit with added pop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall sweet spot – rewards precise contact for targeted, attacking shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-weight build – extra mass to help power through drives and volleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12k Raw Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX5+ 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 – 8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.45\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.45\"\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\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\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 players who like to attack at the kitchen line and finish points with power. It is best for intermediate to advanced players who value power and feel. Because the sweet spot is small, newer players may find it less forgiving, and it is USA Pickleball approved for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can work for beginners, but its small sweet spot and firm feel reward precise contact. Players still building consistency may prefer a more forgiving paddle while they develop their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paddle USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\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":"Black \/ 16 mm","offer_id":67829185741033,"sku":"PAD-SEL-01205-01","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/m_u_4_e45812eb-2726-46a0-bbe7-11760f2afa78.png?v=1793548703","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/selkirk-vanguard-pro-invikta-16mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}