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Paddle Comparison

Bread & Butter Shogun vs Selkirk Boomstik ST

The Bread & Butter Shogun carries a clear SW advantage — 117.53 versus 0 on the Selkirk Boomstik ST — a 117.53-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Shogun.

Who wins on what

Power

Bread & Butter Shogun

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.53 vs 0, +117.53)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Boomstik ST

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.53 vs 0)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Bread & Butter Shogun

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.96 vs 0, +5.96)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Bread & Butter
Selkirk

Model

Shogun
Boomstik ST

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

117.53
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Twist Weight

5.96
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Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$189.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$170.99
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Bread & Butter

Shogun

$170.99 (was $189.99)

Selkirk

Boomstik ST

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Bread & Butter Shogun if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.53 is 117.53 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.96 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Selkirk Boomstik ST if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (0 vs 117.53) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Bread & Butter Shogun or the Selkirk Boomstik ST better for power?

The Bread & Butter Shogun generates more power — SW 117.53 vs 0 on the Selkirk Boomstik ST, a 117.53-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Boomstik ST's lower swing weight is the advantage.

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