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Gearbox GX2 Hyper 16mm vs Selkirk Labs 007 Epic 10mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Gearbox GX2 Hyper 16mm
Selkirk Labs 007 Epic 10mm
Price
$269.99
$333
Swing Weight
109
104
Twist Weight
6.21
5.88
Weight
8.1 oz
7.7 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
57.4 MPH
58.1 MPH
Pop
36.8 MPH
37.6 MPH
Spin
2142 RPM
2269 RPM
Shape
Wide body
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
No Gen
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Balance
243mm
235mm

Gearbox GX2 Hyper 16mm

This paddle delivers 80th percentile power (57.4 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 79th percentile spin (2142 RPM) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (80th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 36.8 MPH (74th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Good spin generation at 2142 RPM (79th percentile)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 109 is in the 19th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits

Cons

  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Power PlayersDoubles Specialists
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Selkirk Labs 007 Epic 10mm

This paddle delivers 89th percentile power (58.1 MPH), top 7% spin (2269 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.1 MPH puts it in the 89th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.6 MPH — top 8% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2269 RPM — top 7% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 6% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Lightweight at 7.7 oz (bottom 4%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 6%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 99% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Power PlayersDoubles SpecialistsSpin-Heavy Players
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