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Selkirk Catherine Parenteau VANGUARD Power Air - Invikta - Pickleball Paddle

A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.

Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$130

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At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Strength
spin
Spin is described as solid, but not a standout versus the grippiest faces.
Selkirk Catherine Parenteau VANGUARD Power Air - Invikta - Pickleball Paddle
Our grade
Developing
Score coming soon

What stands out

The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
  • power
    A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
  • spin
    Spin is described as solid, but not a standout versus the grippiest faces.
What people are saying
predictable placementputaway-readyshapeable shotsgrippy facestable headsteady on mishitsbalancedall-court
Touch & Control
  • Soft shots land with forgiving on soft touch, and resets feel forgiving on soft touch.
  • It’s easy to keep the ball low thanks to easy to place.
Power
  • Most feedback points to strong on drives.
  • It tends to feel punchy without feeling wild, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
Spin
  • The first impression is consistent bite on the ball.
  • In real play, it shows up as easy to roll topspin.
Stability
  • Players often call out trustworthy under pressure when on resets and dinks.
  • On off-center contact, the paddle stays less twisty on mishits.
Overall
  • The first impression is comfortable for most players.
  • In real play, it shows up as easy to adjust to.

Phrased for clarity.

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Where to buy

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$130
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