Selkirk Boomstick Widebody Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 0%) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Price: $333. Swing weight: 113. Twist weight: 7.96. Weight: 8.05 oz. Power: 56.8 MPH. Spin: 2003 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- Exceptional stability — 7.96 twist weight is top 0% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 99% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 7.96 (top 0%) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
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Selkirk
Boomstick Widebody
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 0%) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Wide body16mm coreCompositeGen 4Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
113
36th percentile
Twist Weight
7.96
100th percentile
Weight
8.1 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.8 MPH
86th percentile
Pop
37.2 MPH
96th percentile
Spin
2003 RPM
High
Balance
234mm
Grip Length
5.55"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.96 twist weight is top 0% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $333 — more expensive than 99% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 7.96 (top 0%) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
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