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Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Elongated pickleball paddle, Canyon Clay

Selkirk

LABS Project Boomstik Elongated 16mm

$333 Verified Oct 20, 2026
Buy at JustPaddles$333

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Lowest price we found: JustPaddles, checked Oct 20. Prices change; the store's page is what you pay.

A 16mm, three-layer carbon elongated paddle that Selkirk rates top for power and spin, suited to aggressive intermediate and advanced players.

IntermediateAdvancedPowerSpin
Power7.9
Control4.9
Spin8.3
Sweet spot6.3
Hand speed5.5

Scores are estimated from published specs with a transparent formula, not from lab testing.

Who it's for

  • Drives and put-aways
  • Spin-heavy players
  • Two-handed backhands with a 5.8-inch handle

Who should skip it

  • You prioritise soft-game control
  • You are on a budget

Strengths

  • Selkirk power and spin ratings of 10/10
  • Long 5.8-inch handle
  • Lifetime warranty

Weaknesses

  • High 118 swingweight
  • High $333 price

Full specifications

Shape
Elongated
Weight
8.15 oz
Length × width
16.5" × 7.45"
Core thickness
16 mm
Core
BoomCore
Face
Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface (Carbon)
Handle length
5.8"
Grip circumference
4.25"
Swingweight
118
Twistweight
7.2
Balance point
Not published
USA Pickleball approved
Not stated by brand
Warranty
Limited Lifetime
Launched
Not stated by brand
List price
$333
Last verified
Oct 20, 2026

Specs checked against Selkirk's official product page on Oct 20, 2026. Selkirk lists 8.0-8.3 oz (stored as the midpoint), swingweight 116-120 and twistweight 6.9-7.5, at $333 with no sale. Some colours, including Black and Jack Sock Signature, are sold out, and Selkirk offers a separate tournament version without the weighting system by request. Manufacturers change specs and prices; the brand page is the source of truth.

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