Selkirk
Selkirk OMNI Widebody
All-court players who want a forgiving, stable foam paddle
Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Selkirk OMNI | Selkirk OMNI Widebody |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.2 | 9.5 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Power hitters | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Spin players | 9.6 | 9.4 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Selkirk OMNI rates 9.5 to the Selkirk OMNI Widebody’s 8.5.
- On sweet spot, the Selkirk OMNI Widebody is ahead: 10 vs 9.
- On control, the Selkirk OMNI Widebody is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- Spin goes to the Selkirk OMNI (10 vs 9.5).
- Different shapes: the Selkirk OMNI is elongated and the Selkirk OMNI Widebody is wide-body.
The Verdict
Pick the Selkirk OMNI if you want more power and more spin, especially if you’re a power hitter or a spin player.
Choose the Selkirk OMNI Widebody if you want more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Selkirk OMNI | Selkirk OMNI Widebody |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.2 oz | 7.9–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Wide-body |
| Length | 16.5 in | 15.95 in |
| Width | 7.45 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | ReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring) | ReactCore (PureFoam with EVA power ring) |
| Face | Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface | Multistrata T700 carbon fiber (multi-layer) with InfiniGrit surface |
| Handle length | 5.8 in | 5.6 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $300 | $300 |
| 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 OMNI or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
On our spec-based scale they tie at 9.4. By player type, the Selkirk OMNI suits power hitters and spin players better, while the Selkirk OMNI Widebody suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Selkirk OMNI or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
The Selkirk OMNI rates higher for power on our scale (9.5 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Selkirk OMNI or the Selkirk OMNI Widebody?
The Selkirk OMNI Widebody scores higher for beginners (9.5 vs 9.2), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Selkirk OMNI and Selkirk OMNI Widebody approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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