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Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm vs Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm
Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Price
$279.95
$333
Swing Weight
118
120
Twist Weight
6.14
6.92
Weight
8.2 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.6 MPH
57.1 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
37.3 MPH
Spin
2048 RPM
2015 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
Gen 4
Balance
243mm
238mm
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $279.95 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (74th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.3 MPH — top 10% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 6.92 twist weight is 84th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (81th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 99% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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