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Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody Pickleball Paddle Review

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The widebody shape of Selkirk LABS' power paddle: 15.95 x 8 in with the same BoomCore (PureFoam with a fused EVA power ring), three-layer Multistrata T700 carbon face, InfiniGrit surface and pre-installed MOI perimeter weighting as the elongated Boomstik.

$333Checked October 16, 2026. Prices change often; the checkout price is final.
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Edited by DanPublished How we research

Quick Verdict

Foam-core power with the largest, most stable sweet spot in the Boomstik range and a quicker swing than the elongated version.

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Key Specifications

Brand
Selkirk
Weight
8.0–8.4 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
BoomCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
Surface material
Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface
Balance
Swing weight 112 ±2, twist weight 8.2 ±0.3 (manufacturer)
USA Pickleball status
Approved – listed as Project Boomstik Widebody 16mm (added 06/03/2025)

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Highest published twist weight (8.2) of any paddle we review
  • Top sweet-spot rating (10) on our scale
  • Quicker swing weight (112) than the elongated Boomstik
  • Widely reviewed (4.7/5 from 2,700+ buyers across both shapes)

Cons

  • Buyers report a learning curve on dinks and resets
  • Less reach and spin than the elongated version
  • Some reports of edge chipping and surface wear
  • Selkirk's most expensive paddle ($333), no case included

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 the foam BoomCore and 8.0–8.4 oz weight give it 8.5 for power; the shorter widebody shape adds less leverage than the elongated version. Selkirk's buyer reviews, which cover both shapes (4.7/5 from 2,701 on Selkirk.com, October 2026), consistently describe impressive power and pop; buyer feedback doesn't change our scores.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Core type
BoomCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring)
Weight
8.0–8.4 oz
Shape
Wide-body
Face
Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) 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 three-layer T700 carbon face and the shorter widebody shape give it 9.5 for control on our scale. The most common caveat from buyers is a learning curve on soft shots like dinks; buyer feedback doesn't change our scores.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.0–8.4 oz
Shape
Wide-body
Face
Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) 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 Boomstik (10). Selkirk says InfiniGrit lasts about three times longer than traditional raw carbon texture.

The specs behind the rating

Face and texture
Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) 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 weighting and an 8.0–8.4 oz weight give it our top sweet-spot rating of 10.

The specs behind the rating

Width
8 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.0–8.4 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

Weight8.0–8.4 oz
BalanceSwing weight 112 ±2, twist weight 8.2 ±0.3

Selkirk publishes a swing weight of about 112 for the widebody, compared with 118 for the elongated Boomstik, so it should feel quicker at the kitchen line. The grip is 5.6 in, shorter than the elongated version's 5.8 in.

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 8.2 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

Weight8.0–8.4 oz
Width8 in

Selkirk publishes a twist weight of about 8.2, the highest published twist weight of any paddle we review, helped by the MOI system shifting mass toward the perimeter.

Build quality

Manufacturer information

Selkirk markets the BoomCore as resisting core crush, and the MOI perimeter weights are semi-permanent and pre-installed; Selkirk notes that removing them could damage the parts. Selkirk backs LABS Project Boomstik paddles with a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects and offers 30-day returns on paddles bought from selkirk.com. Some buyers report edge chipping or surface wear over time, and a few mention the high price and that no case is included.

Feel

Manufacturer description and buyer feedback

Buyers describe a lively, poppy response with a distinctive sound at contact, and Selkirk's review summary says buyers appreciate the wide-body option for better edge control. Selkirk says the BoomCore has no break-in period. Selkirk's buyer reviews cover both shapes, so we can't separate widebody feedback from elongated feedback.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Boomstik Widebody and Elongated?

Both share the BoomCore, three-layer T700 carbon face, InfiniGrit surface and MOI weighting. 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 8.2; 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 7.2.

Is the Boomstik Widebody tournament legal?

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

Can the Boomstik's MOI weights be removed?

Selkirk describes the MOI Tuning System as semi-permanent and pre-installed, and notes that removing it could damage the parts.

Where to Buy

Ready to Play with More Control?

See today’s price and availability for the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 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: 2,700+ 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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