Selkirk LABS Project 007 Invikta 14mm
Quick Answer
The Selkirk LABS Project 007 is the elongated 14 mm paddle from Selkirk's research line, built for players who already hit heavy topspin and want pace on top. Its polypropylene core and InfiniGrit surface sit between the soft LUXX Control Air and the fast Vanguard Power Air. I recommend it for 3.5 to 5.0 spin players. It costs $219.
- Best for: topspin players who want spin with power and a long handle
- Weight and build: 7.9 to 8.4 oz (8.15 oz average), 16.4 in by 7.5 in, 5.5 in handle, 14 mm core
- Price at Padelnox: Selkirk LABS Project 007 Invikta 14mm ($219), free tracked shipping
Key Takeaways
- The in-between Selkirk: the 14 mm core is firmer than the LUXX but less jumpy than the Vanguard.
- Spin is the headline: the Florek carbon face with InfiniGrit grabs the ball hard on rolls and serves.
- Longest Invikta handle: at 5.5 in it suits two-handed backhands well.
- From the research line: LABS is Selkirk's experimental program, so it is pitched at players who want new tech.
- It punishes lazy footwork: the thinner core gives less margin on soft dinks than a thick control paddle.
Quick Links
- What the LABS Project 007 is
- On court with the LABS Project 007
- How to choose and set it up
- LABS Project 007 vs the alternatives
- Where to buy
- Frequently asked questions
What the Selkirk LABS Project 007 Is
LABS is Selkirk's research and development line, where the brand releases experimental designs first. The Selkirk LABS Project 007 we stock is the Invikta 14mm. On the sheet we hold it is an elongated Invikta shape, 16.4 in long and 7.5 in wide, with a 5.5 in handle, a 4.25 in grip, a 14 mm polypropylene honeycomb core, a Florek carbon face with an InfiniGrit surface and an edgeless rim. Weight runs 7.9 to 8.4 oz with an 8.15 oz average.
The 14 mm core is the key number. It is thinner than the 19 to 20 mm LUXX Control Air, so it gives back more energy, but thicker than the 13 mm Vanguard Power Air, so it holds the ball a little longer. That places it between control and power, with the InfiniGrit surface adding spin on top. The shape itself is explained in my Selkirk Invikta guide, and the LABS Project 007 deep review covers who it suits.
On Court With the LABS Project 007
I coach padel and run the pickleball clinics at my US club. I played the LABS Project 007 across several sessions, same outdoor balls, same drilling partner, notes after each. My testing protocol is on my about page.
Spin and serves
Spin is the reason to buy this paddle. The InfiniGrit surface grabbed the ball hard, so topspin rolls dipped sharply off the bounce and spin serves kicked away from my partner's backhand. Of the three Selkirk Invikta lines, this is the one that bit the most on heavy spin.
Drives and the 14 mm core
Drives came off with pace, firmer than the LUXX but a touch more controlled than the jumpy Vanguard. The 14 mm core felt like a sensible middle ground: enough pop to attack, enough dwell to aim. Players who find a 13 mm paddle too lively but a 20 mm paddle too soft should try this one.
Two-handed backhands and reach
The 5.5 in handle is the longest of the Selkirk Invikta lines, so two-handed backhand drives felt stable, and the elongated shape helped on wide dinks. It is comfortable to stretch and still roll the ball back with spin.
Where it asks more of you
The thinner core means less margin on soft dinks than a thick control paddle. In my early sessions a couple of drops floated when my footwork was lazy. It is not a forgiving beginner paddle, and it is not pitched as one. Arm comfort was fine across a 90-minute block.
How to Choose and Set It Up
- Buy it for spin. If heavy topspin is already a weapon in your game, the InfiniGrit face rewards it. If you rely on flat control, look at the LUXX instead.
- Check your level. I recommend it from about 3.5 upward, where a thinner core helps more than it hurts.
- Use the long handle. At 5.5 in it fits two hands well, so lean into your two-handed backhand.
- Size the grip. It lists a 4.25 in grip. Add one thin overgrip if the handle feels small, and stop at two layers.
- Add weight only after a month. If the long face twists on off-center blocks, a small strip of lead tape at 3 and 9 o'clock adds stability.
- Protect the edgeless rim. Keep it in a cover or a Pickleball Paddle Bag in Black ($19.99), and wipe the face to keep the InfiniGrit biting.
LABS Project 007 vs the Alternatives
Every figure comes from the Selkirk sheets we hold.
| Paddle | Shape | Weight | Core | Face | Price at Padelnox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selkirk LABS Project 007 Invikta 14mm | Elongated (Invikta) | 7.9 - 8.4 oz (8.15 oz average) | Polypropylene honeycomb, 14 mm | Florek carbon fiber, InfiniGrit | $219 |
| Selkirk LUXX Control Air InfiniGrit Invikta 19mm | Elongated (Invikta) | 7.9 - 8.3 oz | X7 Thickset honeycomb, 19 mm | Florek carbon fiber, InfiniGrit | $219 |
| Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta 20mm | Elongated (Invikta) | 7.9 - 8.3 oz | X7 Thickset honeycomb, 20 mm | Florek carbon fiber | $219 |
| Selkirk Vanguard Power Air Invikta | Elongated (Invikta) | 7.7 - 8.1 oz | Polymer honeycomb, 13 mm | Fiberglass and carbon fiber hybrid | $219 |
If you want the same spin with more forgiveness, step up to the LUXX Control Air InfiniGrit Invikta 19mm in Red ($219), also in Blue ($219), which shares the InfiniGrit surface on a thicker core; see my LUXX Control Air review. If you want more raw pace, the Vanguard Power Air Invikta 13mm in Grey ($219) is the step toward power, covered in my Vanguard Power Air review. For the softest Selkirk, the LUXX Control Air Invikta 20mm in Red ($219) has the thickest core here.
Where to Buy the LABS Project 007
The LABS Project 007 sits in the Selkirk paddles collection, and the full pickleball paddle range holds the JOOLA paddles and CRBN paddles, with the cheaper CRBN pair explained in my CRBN 1X vs 3X comparison. Padelnox is a US-based online store with 221 frames and bags in stock, shipping worldwide, genuine brand stock only, every order inspected before dispatch and shipped tracked.
Orders are processed in 1 to 3 business days, with delivery 7 to 14 business days from dispatch. Shipping is free and tracked over $99 and $9.95 flat below, so the LABS Project 007 ships free. Unused items in original packaging return within 30 days, and damaged or incorrect items are replaced or refunded with a photo within 7 days, per our shipping and returns page. Every racket over $150 ships with the free Court-Ready Kit, an overgrip 3-pack and a frame protector.
Three or more items from accessories save 15% automatically, no coupon needed, as the discount code page confirms. For the wider range, read my Selkirk Invikta guide, Selkirk vs JOOLA or the best pickleball paddles of 2026. Questions about the LABS Project 007 go to helppadelnox@outlook.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Selkirk LABS Project 007?
It is an elongated 14 mm paddle from Selkirk LABS, the brand's research and development line. On the sheet we hold it has an Invikta shape, a polypropylene honeycomb core, a Florek carbon face with an InfiniGrit surface, an edgeless rim, a 5.5 in handle and a weight of 7.9 to 8.4 oz (8.15 oz average). It sits between the soft LUXX Control Air and the fast Vanguard Power Air, and it costs $219.
Is the Selkirk LABS Project 007 a control or power paddle?
It sits in the middle, leaning toward spin and power. The 14 mm core is thinner than the 19 to 20 mm LUXX Control Air, so it gives more pace, but thicker than the 13 mm Vanguard Power Air, so it holds the ball a little longer. The InfiniGrit surface adds heavy spin on top. In my testing it suited players who already hit topspin and wanted pace with it.
What are the closest alternatives to the LABS Project 007?
Inside Selkirk, the LUXX Control Air InfiniGrit Invikta 19mm shares the InfiniGrit surface on a thicker, more forgiving core, and the Vanguard Power Air Invikta 13mm is the step toward raw power. All three cost $219 in the same elongated Invikta shape. If you want the softest option, the LUXX Control Air Invikta 20mm has the thickest core we stock at $219.