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Selkirk OMNI Widebody Pickleball Paddle Review

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The widebody shape of Selkirk's all-court foam paddle: 15.95 x 8 in with the same ReactCore (PureFoam center, PureFoam ring and EVA power ring), multi-layer T700 carbon face, InfiniGrit surface and adjustable MOI perimeter weights as the elongated OMNI.

$300Checked October 16, 2026. Prices change often; the checkout price is final.
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Edited by DanPublished How we research

Quick Verdict

A big, stable sweet spot and strong control from a foam all-court paddle, with adjustable weighting and a durable spin surface.

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Key Specifications

Brand
Selkirk
Weight
7.9–8.2 oz
Shape
Wide-body
Length
15.95 in
Width
8 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Grip length
5.6 in
Grip circumference
4.25 in
Core material
ReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
Surface material
Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface
Balance
Swing weight 112 ±2, twist weight 7.9 ±0.2 (manufacturer, as sold)
USA Pickleball status
Approved – listed as Omni Widebody 16mm (added 04/15/2026)

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Top sweet-spot rating (10) and strong control (9.5) on our scale
  • Second-highest published twist weight (7.9) of any paddle we review
  • Adjustable MOI weights and a durable InfiniGrit surface
  • Highly rated by buyers on Selkirk.com (4.8/5 from 450+, both shapes)

Cons

  • Less power, reach and spin than the elongated OMNI
  • Some buyers report edge-guard wear and a slippery grip
  • Shorter 5.6 in grip leaves less room for two-handed backhands
  • Premium price ($300)

Performance Review

Our 1–10 ratings, built from the maker’s published specs and scored the same way for every brand. How we score

Power8.5
Control9.5
Spin9.5
Sweet spot10

Scores by Player Type

Beginners9.5/10Best fit
Touch players9.5/10Best fit
Power hitters9.2/10
Spin players9.4/10

Calculated from our four ratings, weighted for each kind of player. How these are weighted

Power

8.5/10

Why it scores 8.5 for power

On our spec-based scale it rates 8.5 for power: the foam ReactCore and 7.9–8.2 oz weight add power, while the shorter widebody shape adds less leverage than the elongated OMNI (9.5). Selkirk says the core gives power when you want it and control when you need it.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Core type
ReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
Weight
7.9–8.2 oz
Shape
Wide-body
Face
Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface

How our power rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 13 mm or thinner+1.5
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.75
  • Core 17 mm or thicker−1
  • Weighs 8.3 oz or more+0.75
  • Weighs 7.9–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Weighs under 7.5 oz−0.5
  • Elongated shape+1
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
  • Fiberglass face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.5
  • Foam core+1.5
  • Heat-sealed or one-piece build+0.75
See the full rating scale

Control

9.5/10

Why it scores 9.5 for control

A 16 mm core, a multi-layer T700 carbon face and the shorter widebody shape give it a control rating of 9.5, higher than the elongated OMNI (9.0).

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
7.9–8.2 oz
Shape
Wide-body
Face
Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface

How our control rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 17 mm or thicker+1.5
  • Core 16 mm+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.25
  • Core 13 mm or thinner−0.5
  • Weighs 7.5–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Standard shape+0.5
  • Hybrid shape+0.25
  • Carbon face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.25
  • Fiberglass face−0.25
See the full rating scale

Spin

9.5/10

Why it scores 9.5 for spin

Its T700 carbon face and InfiniGrit surface give it a spin rating of 9.5; the widebody shape earns no shape points, so it rates a little below the elongated OMNI (10). Selkirk says InfiniGrit is engineered to stay within USA Pickleball's surface-roughness limits while lasting about three times longer than traditional raw carbon texture.

The specs behind the rating

Face and texture
Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface
Shape
Wide-body
Length
15.95 in

How our spin rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Carbon face+1
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.75
  • Fiberglass face+0.25
  • Long-lasting grippy texture (grit coating or peel-ply)+1.5
  • Basic texture+0.75
  • Elongated shape+0.75
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
See the full rating scale

Sweet Spot

10/10

Why it scores 10 for sweet spot

An 8 in face, a 16 mm core, Selkirk's MOI perimeter weights and a 7.9–8.2 oz weight give it our top sweet-spot rating of 10. Selkirk rates the widebody's sweet spot 10 on its own scale, versus 9 for the elongated.

The specs behind the rating

Width
8 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
7.9–8.2 oz
Length
15.95 in

How our sweet spot rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • 8.0 in wide or wider+2
  • 7.75–7.99 in wide+1.25
  • 7.5–7.74 in wide+0.5
  • Core 16 mm or thicker+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.5
  • Heat-sealed, one-piece or extra edge weight+0.75
  • Weighs 8.0 oz or more+0.25
See the full rating scale

In-Depth Review

Each section is our analysis of the manufacturer’s published specs unless it says otherwise.

Maneuverability

Manufacturer data

Weight7.9–8.2 oz
BalanceSwing weight 112 ±2, twist weight 7.9 ±0.2

Selkirk publishes a swing weight of about 112 as sold, compared with 118 for the elongated OMNI, so it should feel quicker in hand battles. The grip is 5.6 in, shorter than the elongated version's 5.8 in. The removable MOI weights let you shift mass to fine-tune the balance.

Handle & comfort

Selkirk lists a 5.6 in handle: long enough for most players who hit two-handed backhands. The grip circumference is 4.25 in, thicker than most paddles, which favors larger hands; it can't easily be made slimmer. At about 8.05 oz, it is in the mid-weight range most paddles fall into. Comfort is personal: grip size, handle length and weight are the published specs that affect it most.

Stability

Manufacturer data

Weight7.9–8.2 oz
Width8 in

Selkirk publishes a twist weight of about 7.9 as sold, the second-highest published twist weight of any paddle we review after the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody (8.2), and well above the elongated OMNI (6.9).

Build quality

Manufacturer information

Selkirk says the MOI perimeter weights can be removed and rearranged by hand, with reference marks for returning them to the factory position. Selkirk backs the OMNI with a limited lifetime warranty (U.S.) and offers 30-day returns on paddles bought from selkirk.com. The most common complaints from buyers on Selkirk.com, across both shapes, are edge-guard durability and the grip getting slippery with sweat.

Feel

Manufacturer description and buyer feedback

Selkirk describes a plush feel on control shots from the foam core, with dwell to grab the ball for spin. Selkirk's buyer reviews cover both shapes (4.8/5 from 488 on Selkirk.com, October 2026), so we can't separate widebody feedback; across both shapes, buyers most often describe a strong balance of power and control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the OMNI Widebody and the elongated OMNI?

Both share the ReactCore, multi-layer T700 carbon face, InfiniGrit surface and adjustable MOI weights. The widebody is 15.95 x 8 in with a 5.6 in grip, a swing weight of about 112 and a twist weight of about 7.9; the elongated is 16.5 x 7.45 in with a 5.8 in grip, a swing weight of about 118 and a twist weight of about 6.9.

Is the OMNI Widebody tournament legal?

Yes. Omni Widebody 16mm is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked October 2026).

Can I adjust the OMNI's weights?

Yes. Selkirk says the MOI perimeter weights can be removed and rearranged by hand, with reference marks on the face for returning them to the factory position.

Where to Buy

Ready to Play with More Control?

See today’s price and availability for the Selkirk OMNI Widebody at Selkirk. We link to Selkirk, the brand's own store, so you buy new and the manufacturer's warranty and return policy apply. It is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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Sources and How We Researched This Review

  • Specifications and product details: the manufacturer's published information, labelled "Manufacturer data" in the review.
  • Ratings: calculated from those specifications on our published rating scale, the same for every brand, and labelled "Our analysis".
  • Buyer feedback: 500+ buyer ratings on Selkirk.com, summarized in the Feel section and labelled "buyer feedback".
  • Hands-on testing: we haven't play-tested this paddle. Everything here comes from the sources listed and our analysis of them.
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