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Joola Perseus Pro V (16mm) vs Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Perseus Pro V (16mm)
Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Price
$299.95
$333
Swing Weight
117
120
Twist Weight
6.26
6.92
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.4 MPH
57.1 MPH
Pop
36.6 MPH
37.3 MPH
Spin
2060 RPM
2015 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 3
Gen 4
Balance
244mm
238mm
Joola Perseus Pro V (16mm)
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th 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 $299.95 — more expensive than 98% 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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