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ProKennex Black Ace 16 vs Selkirk Boomstick Widebody
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
ProKennex Black Ace 16
Selkirk Boomstick Widebody
Price
$279
$333
Swing Weight
109
113
Twist Weight
6.92
7.96
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
55.4 MPH
56.8 MPH
Pop
36.3 MPH
37.2 MPH
Spin
2056 RPM
2003 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
Gen 4
Balance
234mm
234mm
ProKennex Black Ace 16
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.4 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — a control option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.92 twist weight is 85th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $279 — more expensive than 89% of paddles (avg $189)
Best For
Beginners
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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Selkirk Boomstick Widebody
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 1%) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 89th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.96 twist weight is top 1% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 100% of paddles (avg $189)
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament Players
Creator code: INF-BRAYDONU
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