Onix Evoke Premier vs Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta
Selkirk
LUXX Control Air Invikta
$199.99
7.9–8.3 oz · 20mm core · Elongated
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Onix Evoke Premier vs Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta's 20mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Onix Evoke Premier's 13mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Onix Evoke Premier | Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.5–8.5 oz | 7.9–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 13mm | 20mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) |
| Face material | DF Composite | CFS+ (carbon fiber spray) |
| Handle length | 5.125" | 5.5" |
| Price | $149.99 | $199.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Onix Evoke Premier is listed at 7.5–8.5 oz; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta at 7.9–8.3 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Onix Evoke Premier is 0.4 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Onix Evoke Premier has a 13mm core; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has a 20mm core, so the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta core is 7mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Onix Evoke Premier measures 16" × 8"; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta measures 16.5" × 7.38" (widebody vs elongated). The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is 0.5" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Onix Evoke Premier has a 5.13" handle; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has a 5.5" handle, so the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta handle is 0.38" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Onix Evoke Premier lists its face as DF Composite; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta lists CFS+. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Onix Evoke Premier lists its core as Polypropylene honeycomb; Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta lists Polymer honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Onix Evoke Premier
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced, all-around
Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 20mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: control, spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Onix Evoke Premier if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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