Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik

By The Kitchen Team | Sep 18, 2026

Our take on the Boomstik Elongated

Selkirk, long a popular choice among pros and high-level amateurs, stayed competitive among the top brands with the release of the Boomstik in the summer of 2025. Its foam core makes it one of the most powerful paddles on the market, and the Infinigrit surface also provides good spin.

Selkirk also offers a widebody version of the Boomstik.

Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik
Power High Power score: 96 out of 100.
Spin Medium Spin score: 67 out of 100.
Swing Weight High Swing Weight measured value: 121.
Twist Weight High Twist Weight measured value: 6.9.
Shape
Elongated
Core Thickness
16mm
Core Type
Gen 4
Handle Length
Long
Certification
USAP
Price
$333.00

Is the Boomstik Elongated worth $333?

Who should buy the Boomstik Elongated?

How does the Boomstik Elongated play?

What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Boomstik Elongated?

Boomstik Elongated vs Boomstik Elongated

Boomstik Elongated Power

Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik

Power High Power score: 96 out of 100.
Spin Medium Spin score: 67 out of 100.
Swing Weight High Swing Weight measured value: 121.
Twist Weight High Twist Weight measured value: 6.9.
Shape
Elongated
Core Thickness
16mm
Core Type
Gen 4
Additional details
Brand
Selkirk
Paddle Type
Power
Static Weight
8.4 oz
Swing Weight
121
Twist Weight
6.9
Handle Length
Long
Certification
USAP
Boomstik Elongated Power

Selkirk Boomstik 1776 Limited Edition

Power High Power score: 96 out of 100.
Spin Medium Spin score: 67 out of 100.
Swing Weight High Swing Weight measured value: 121.
Twist Weight High Twist Weight measured value: 6.9.
Shape
Elongated
Core Thickness
16mm
Core Type
Gen 4
Additional details
Brand
Selkirk
Paddle Type
Power
Static Weight
8.4 oz
Swing Weight
121
Twist Weight
6.9
Handle Length
Long
Certification
USAP

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Questions people ask about the Boomstik Elongated

Is the Selkirk Boomstik worth it?

Yes, for advanced players who want explosive put-away power. For most recreational players, the $333 price and sheer power are more than they need.

Is the Selkirk Boomstik legal in pickleball?

Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved. The UPA-A has restricted its MOI weight clamps at the pro level, so check the rules for any pro-sanctioned event.

What is the price of the Selkirk Boomstik?

$333. It's a 16mm elongated paddle with a long handle, a high 121 swing weight and a 6.9 twist weight.

Why is the Selkirk Boomstik so expensive?

It's built with a full-foam core, Selkirk's InfiniGrit surface and a pre-installed MOI tuning system, and it sits in Selkirk's Labs R&D tier.

What are common issues with the Selkirk Boomstik?

Early batches had edge guards that loosened, and some players find the MOI weight clips feel loose. Selkirk says it has changed manufacturing to reduce the edge-guard problem.

What are some Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik alternatives?

How We Tested

Our paddle reviewers (all 5.0+ players) work with other high-level players in their area to test paddles on a variety of shots. This testing involves several hours of drills and games in an effort to determine how the paddle impacts performance in real-world scenarios.

We use the Life Time LT Pro 48 pickleball for our testing.

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Boomstik Elongated Power

Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik

Power High Power score: 96 out of 100.
Spin Medium Spin score: 67 out of 100.
Swing Weight High Swing Weight measured value: 121.
Twist Weight High Twist Weight measured value: 6.9.
Shape
Elongated
Core Thickness
16mm
Core Type
Gen 4
Additional details
Brand
Selkirk
Paddle Type
Power
Static Weight
8.4 oz
Swing Weight
121
Twist Weight
6.9
Handle Length
Long
Certification
USAP
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