Selkirk
Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody
Power players who want the biggest, most stable sweet spot
$333at Selkirk
Ratings Head to Head
Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik WidebodyVolair Mach 2
Power8.57.5
Control9.58.5
Spin9.58
Sweet spot109.5
Research score9.48.4
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody | Volair Mach 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.5 | 8.7 |
| Touch players | 9.5 | 8.6 |
| Power hitters | 9.2 | 8.2 |
| Spin players | 9.4 | 8.2 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is spin: the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody rates 9.5 to the Volair Mach 2’s 8.
- The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody also leads on power, 8.5 to 7.5.
- Control goes to the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody (9.5 vs 8.5).
- Sweet spot goes to the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody (10 vs 9.5).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody against 14 mm (16 mm version currently sold out) for the Volair Mach 2. The thinner Volair Mach 2 should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody is the heavier of the two, by about 0.2 oz on average.
- Price: the Volair Mach 2 costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody if you want more power, more control and more spin, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Pick the Volair Mach 2 if you want a lighter feel and a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody | Volair Mach 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.4 oz | 7.8 oz average (16 mm: 8.1 oz) |
| Shape | Wide-body | Wide-body |
| Length | 15.95 in | 15.88 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8.12 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm (16 mm version currently sold out) |
| Core | BoomCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring) | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | Multistrata T700 carbon (3 layers) with InfiniGrit surface | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.6 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in (16 mm: 4.3 in) |
| Price | $333 | $69.99 (list $89.99) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody or the Volair Mach 2?
On our spec-based scale the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody scores higher (9.4 vs 8.4). By player type, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody or the Volair Mach 2?
The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody rates higher for power on our scale (8.5 vs 7.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody or the Volair Mach 2?
The Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody scores higher for beginners (9.5 vs 8.7), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik Widebody and Volair Mach 2 approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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