Selkirk Labs Project 008 Tour 13mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
Price: $288. Swing weight: 118. Twist weight: 5.36. Weight: 7.9 oz. Power: 56.8 MPH. Spin: 2050 RPM. Core: 13mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Low stability — twist weight of 5.36 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
- Premium price at $288 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 118 and 6" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Selkirk Labs
Project 008 Tour 13mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
$288
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Elongated13mm coreCarbonGen 4Firepower SoftControl
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
118
29th percentile
Twist Weight
5.36
3th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
56.8 MPH
19th percentile
Pop
36.3 MPH
11th percentile
Spin
2050 RPM
High
Balance
238.5mm
Grip Length
6"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.36 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
- −Premium price at $288 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Singles Players
Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 118 and 6" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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