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Paddle Comparison

Gearbox Pressure X 8M 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) (116.12 vs 118.49, +2.37)

Hand Speed

Gearbox Pressure X 8M

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.12 vs 118.49)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Project 006

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.88 vs 5.93, +0.05)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gearbox
Selkirk

Model

Pressure X 8M
Project 006

Shape

Elongated
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.97 oz
8.8 oz

Swing Weight

116.12
118.49

Twist Weight

5.88
5.93

Play Style

power
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Retail Price

$279.99
Discontinued

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$251.99
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Gearbox

Pressure X 8M

$251.99 (was $279.99)

Selkirk

Project 006

Discontinued

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gearbox Pressure X 8M if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.12 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 2.37 points higher.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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