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Paddle Comparison

Friday Aura Pro vs Selkirk Project 006

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Selkirk Project 006

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.33 vs 118.49, +2.16)

Hand Speed

Friday Aura Pro

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.33 vs 118.49)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Tie

Equal Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.93)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Friday
Selkirk

Model

Aura Pro
Project 006

Shape

Elongated
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.8 oz

Swing Weight

116.33
118.49

Twist Weight

5.93
5.93

Play Style

power

Retail Price

$169.00
Discontinued

Discount

$10 (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$159.00

Friday

Aura Pro

$159.00 (was $169.00)

Selkirk

Project 006

Discontinued

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Friday Aura Pro if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.33 vs 118.49) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

Pick the Selkirk Project 006 if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.49 is 2.16 points higher.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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