Same model, different version
Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Elongated vs Widebody 16mm
Same 16mm core; they differ on shape, swingweight, twistweight and handle.
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What's actually different
Generated from the brands' published specs. Nothing here comes from lab testing; see how we read specs.
Shape
The LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm is an elongated shape (16.5" × 7.45"); the LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm is a standard shape (15.95" × 8"). Longer, narrower shapes add reach and leverage; wider faces give a bigger sweet spot.
Swingweight
The LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm has the higher swingweight: 118 against 112. Higher swingweight means more plow-through on drives; the LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm's lower number means quicker hands in fast exchanges.
Twistweight
The LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm has the higher twistweight: 8.2 against 7.2. Higher twistweight resists twisting on off-center hits, so the LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm should be the more forgiving of the two when you miss the middle.
Handle
The LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm has the longer handle: 5.8" against 5.6", which leaves more room for a two-handed backhand.
What's the same, or can't be compared
- Core thickness: Both have a 16mm core.
- Weight: Listed weights are within 0.05 oz: 8.15 oz for the LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm and 8.2 oz for the LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm.
- Face and core: Same face (multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface) and core (boomCore).
- Price: Same price right now: $333 at JustPaddles (checked Oct 20).
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime on both.
Who should pick which
Pick the
Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm
if…
- You want the reach and leverage of an elongated shape.
- You drive the ball and want more plow-through (swingweight 118).
- You hit two-handed backhands and want the longer 5.8" handle.
Pick the
Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm
if…
- You want a wider face and a bigger sweet spot (standard shape).
- You want quicker hands at the kitchen (swingweight 112).
- You want more forgiveness on off-center hits (twistweight 8.2).
Specs side by side
| Spec | SelkirkLABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm | SelkirkLABS Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $333 at JustPaddles (Oct 20) | $333 at JustPaddles (Oct 20) |
| List price | $333 | $333 |
| Shape | Elongated | Standard |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Weight | 8.15 oz | 8.2 oz |
| Swingweight | 118 | 112 |
| Twistweight | 7.2 | 8.2 |
| Length × width | 16.5" × 7.45" | 15.95" × 8" |
| Handle length | 5.8" | 5.6" |
| Grip circumference | 4.25" | 4.25" |
| Balance point | Not published | Not published |
| Face | Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface (Carbon) | Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface (Carbon) |
| Core | BoomCore | BoomCore |
| USA Pickleball approved | Not stated by brand | Not stated by brand |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |
| Sold at | JustPaddles | JustPaddles |
| Specs last verified | Oct 20, 2026 | Oct 20, 2026 |
Bold values differ. "Not published" means the brand does not list that number, so we leave it blank rather than estimate it. Specs come from each brand's product page on the date shown.