Elite Raw Carbon All-Court Paddle with Supreme Spin

The Selkirk VANGUARD Pro pickleball paddle is an elite raw carbon all-court paddle with supreme spin. Featuring four layers of 12K raw carbon fiber — double the standard in other paddles — this model enhances feel and spin. Its thermoformed construction amplifies power and pop, ensuring durability and high-level play.

Ideal for intermediate to advanced players, the VANGUARD Pro excels across the court. It delivers consistent performance whether executing skill shots like drops and resets or powerful drives and put-aways. The paddle’s face offers a crisp, responsive feel, delivering excellent touch without being overly poppy for all-court performance.

Behind the Product

The VANGUARD series has etched its legacy into the hearts of both recreational and competitive pickleball players. From the original VANGUARD Hybrid to the VANGUARD 2.0, and the release of the VANGUARD Control in early 2024, each iteration has continued to evolve with the sport of pickleball and meet players where they're at.

Now, the VANGUARD Pro is ready for its first match, not as an update, but an all-court extension of the VANGUARD series, made for players looking for best-in-class raw carbon fiber pickleball paddles.

SPECS DETAILS

VANGUARD Invikta Specs:

• Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
• Average Weight: 7.8 - 8.2 oz
• Grip Length: 5.5” 
• Grip Type: White Geo
• Grip Circumference: 4.25”
• Average Swingweight: 113 (may vary /- 2 pts)
• Average Twistweight: 5.65 (may vary /- 0.3 pts)
• Paddle Height: 16.45”
• Paddle Width: 7.45”
• Core Thickness: 16mm
• Sweetspot size: 8
• Assembled in the USA

Limited Lifetime Warranty

PADDLE WEIGHT REQUESTS: 

Paddle weight requests are welcomed at no additional charge and will be fulfilled to the best of our ability as inventory allows. We unfortunately cannot guarantee weight requests, however when the exact weight is not available we will fulfill the order the with a paddle that is /- 0.1oz within the requested weight. Beyond a /- 0.1oz the shipping department will contact you with alternative weight options.

TECHNOLOGY

4 Layer 12k Raw Carbon Fiber Face | 4 layers of 12k raw carbon fiber are layered to enhance stiffness and control while maintaining the flexibility necessary for powerful shots. This advanced construction creates a crisp, responsive hybrid paddle face. With 4 layers instead of the standard 2, there is multidirectional support, significantly boosting face durability and offering exceptional spin.

X5 16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core | Tested in Selkirk Labs and used for Project 006, the X5 core technology delivers consistency and control, significantly boosting the paddle’s performance characteristics.

Thermoformed Foam Edge | Added to enlarge the sweet spot to increase accuracy, the high-density foam injected walls help absorb vibrations from every hit, for a stable, reliable feel, while also increasing power.

Octagonal Handle | Designed to enhance control, the upgraded octagonal grip offers greater maneuverability and shot accuracy on the court. 

EdgeSentry DuraEdge | Low-profile, lightweight, durable edge guard for a well-balanced, solid paddle.

WARRANTY

Paddles are covered for limited lifetime of original purchaser (non transferable) for breakage or any manufacturer defects other than inflicted damage to the paddle (some limitations on denting). One (1) paddle warranty per purchase. See  for restrictions and further details

*Once purchased, please register your paddle for Selkirk Lifetime Warranty