Selkirk Labs Project 005 Epic Review

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a standard shape.

Price: $222. Swing weight: 107. Twist weight: 6.67. Weight: 7.9 oz. Spin: 1621 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Fiberglass.

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Selkirk Labs

Project 005 Epic

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a standard shape.

$222
Code: INF-PBSTUDIOa digital gift card

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Standard16mm coreFiberglassGen 2/EdgelessAll-Court

Specs & Lab Data

Swing Weight
107
17th percentile
Twist Weight
6.67
84th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Spin
1621 RPM
Balance
236mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.25"

Pros

  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 12th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • Limited spin at 1621 RPM (bottom 7%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
  • Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Beginners

Twist weight of 6.67 (74th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning

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