Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta vs Selkirk SLK ERA Power
Selkirk
LUXX Control Air Invikta
$199.99
7.9–8.3 oz · 20mm core · Elongated
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Pickle's 5-axis score
Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta vs Selkirk SLK ERA Power across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleControl-first vs. power-first
The Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta's 20mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Selkirk SLK ERA Power's 16mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta | Selkirk SLK ERA Power |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 8–8.4 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 20mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb (x5+) | Polymer honeycomb |
| Face material | CFS+ (carbon fiber spray) | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $199.99 | $200 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Selkirk SLK ERA Power at 8–8.4 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has a 20mm core; Selkirk SLK ERA Power has a 16mm core, so the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta core is 4mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Face material. Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta lists its face as CFS+; Selkirk SLK ERA Power lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
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
Selkirk SLK ERA Power
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 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
Pick the Selkirk SLK ERA Power if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
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