This year, pickleball players have been bombarded with messages from paddle companies promising more power than ever before.
And most of those promises have fallen short – for reasons we've discussed ad nauseam.
Today's paddle announcement from Selkirk takes a different approach.
The new Selkirk AMPED Control is built for players who crave control and lasting spin.
And honestly, talking about something other than power is pretty refreshing.
Introducing the Selkirk AMPED Control
In 2017, Selkirk introduced the first pickleball paddle that enabled both power and control. This hybrid innovation, known as AMPED, quickly became a favorite among pickleball players who previously had to choose between power and control.
AMPED was the industry's first thick core innovation, coming in at 5/8” when all other paddles were 1/2” or less. It was the first paddle to offer both power and control in one, allowing players to put away shots with the necessary power while dominating at the net with precision.
In doing so, it forever changed the landscape of the sport.
Now, Selkirk is excited to introduce the AMPED Control, a paddle designed to evolve your game.
This new iteration features a next-generation Ultra Durable surface coating that provides long-lasting spin while maintaining the classic AMPED feel that players know and love.
According to Selkirk, this new Ultra Durable coating results from hundreds of evolutions and iterations in their R&D process.
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What’s new?
The Selkirk AMPED Control introduced several technological enhancements when compared to the original Selkirk AMPED, including:
- A New Coating: The AMPED Control now features the new Ultra Durable Coating, introducing a more durable texture that lasts longer and delivers a higher spin rate.
- A New Face: The AMPED Control’s FiberFlex+ face creates an upgraded experience, enhancing control for greater feel and responsiveness.
Available Shapes and Colors
Selkirk fans will find each of these iterations of the AMPED Control very familiar.
The company does a great of innovating but also sticking with what works for players.
The Selkirk AMPED Control is available in three paddle shapes.
Selkirk AMPED Control Invikta
Long Handle & Longest Paddle Shape: Favored for its increased sweet spot size when compared to other elongated pickleball paddle shapes, the Invikta is popular with intermediate to Pro players.
With Invikta, you get the elongated shape, a large sweet spot, and a long handle that provides power, reach, and spin.
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Invikta specifications
- Skill level: Beginner - Pro
- Average midweight: 7.8 - 8.4 oz
- Average lightweight: 7.2 - 7.7 oz
- Paddle Height: 16.5”
- Paddle Width: 7.45”
- Core Thickness: 16mm
- Grip Length: 5.25”
- Grip Circumference: 4.25”
- Made in the USA
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Selkirk AMPED Control Epic
Long Handle & Standard Paddle Shape: The Epic combines a traditional pickleball paddle shape with a large surface area and a long handle, delivering the perfect blend of power and control.
Versatile and well-rounded, the Epic paddle shape is ideal for both beginners and seasoned pros.
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Epic specifications
- Skill level: Beginner - Pro
- Average midweight: 7.8 - 8.4 oz
- Average lightweight: 7.2 - 7.7 oz
- Paddle Height: 15.75”
- Paddle Width: 8”
- Core Thickness: 16mm
- Grip Length: 5.25”
- Grip Circumference: 4.25”
- Made in the USA
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Selkirk AMPED Control S2
Standard Paddle Shape with Short Handle: The S2 features the largest sweet spot of all Selkirk paddle shapes, providing amplified power and reliable consistency.
Its traditional shape and extra-large surface area pair with a shorter handle to offer players ultimate control on the court.
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S2 specifications
- Skill level: Beginner - Pro
- Average midweight: 7.9 - 8.4 oz
- Average lightweight: 7.3 - 7.8 oz
- Paddle Height: 15.75”
- Paddle Width: 8”
- Core Thickness: 16mm
- Grip Length: 4.65”
- Grip Circumference: 4.25”
- Made in the USA
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Selkirk AMPED Control Technology
Here's what to expect from the Selkirk AMPED Control paddles.
NEW Fiberglass FiberFlex+ Face for Control
The new Fiberglass FiberFlex+ Face creates an upgraded experience, enhancing control for greater feel and responsiveness. This face improves control on both center-face strikes and off-center hits.
NEW Ultra Durable Coating for Lasting Spin
The new Ultra Durable Coating is a durable coating designed to be long-lasting and deliver a higher spin rate. Tiny grooves on the face grip the ball at impact, generating more spin for increased control and more bite.
16mm X5 Core for Consistent Sweet Spot
The 16mm X5 polypropylene honeycomb core effectively absorbs vibrations, resulting in incredible consistency and ball control. It also provides a large sweet spot and a soft overall feel.
EdgeSentry™ Edgeguard
Low-profile, lightweight, and durable, the edge guard technology achieves a well-balanced, solid paddle.
Octagonal Grip
Designed to enhance control, the upgraded Octagonal Grip offers you greater maneuverability and shot accuracy on the court.
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