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Proton Project Peacock vs Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Proton Project Peacock
Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Price
$280
$333
Swing Weight
116
120
Twist Weight
6.27
6.92
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
15mm
16mm
Power
56.8 MPH
57.1 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
37.3 MPH
Spin
2093 RPM
2015 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 4
Gen 4
Balance
243mm
238mm
Proton Project Peacock
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (79th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Good spin generation at 2093 RPM (67th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $190)
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
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Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (75th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.3 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 6.92 twist weight is 85th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 100% of paddles (avg $190)
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles Players
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