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Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm vs Selkirk Boomstick Elongated

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
Selkirk Boomstick Elongated
Price
$280
$333
Swing Weight
120
120
Twist Weight
6.64
6.92
Weight
8.1 oz
8.1 oz
Core
15.5mm
16mm
Power
57 MPH
57.1 MPH
Pop
37.4 MPH
37.3 MPH
Spin
2102 RPM
2015 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 2
Gen 4
Balance
243mm
238mm

Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Good spin generation at 2102 RPM (69th percentile)
  • +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
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles Players
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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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