Ronbus Tenon R1.16 vs Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta
Two elongated paddles, side by side. Specs are the published figures; prices are what US stores charged at our latest check, shipping included.
What actually separates them
- Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta has the thicker core (20 mm against 16 mm). Thicker cores usually feel softer and more controlled; thinner ones give more pop.
- The cores are built differently: Ronbus Tenon R1.16 is full foam, Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta is honeycomb with foam edge. That is usually the difference you feel first on contact.
- Grip sizes differ: Ronbus Tenon R1.16 is 4.125 in around, Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta 4.25 in. An overgrip adds size; nothing takes it away.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Ronbus Tenon R1.16 | Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 20 mm |
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 7.8–8.1 oz |
| Length × width | 16.5 × 7.5 in | 16.45 × 7.5 in |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.35 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.125 in | 4.25 in |
| Core type | Full foam | Honeycomb with foam edge |
| Face | Wear-resistant raw carbon fiber, textured | Florek carbon fiber |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | — |
| Player edition | — | original |
Rows that match are greyed out. Specs are published figures from the brand or the store, not lab tests: see each paddle's page for the source and the date we checked it.
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