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Paddle Comparison

Holbrook Mav vs Selkirk LUXX

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

Holbrook Mav

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.43 vs 116.94, +1.49)

Hand Speed

Selkirk LUXX

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.43 vs 116.94)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook Mav

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.49 vs 5.71, +0.78)

Value

Holbrook Mav

Lower effective price ($84.99 vs $200.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Holbrook
Selkirk

Model

Mav
LUXX

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
20mm

Weight

7.9 oz
7.7 oz

Swing Weight

118.43
116.94

Twist Weight

6.49
5.71

Play Style

—
control

Retail Price

$99.99
$200.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$84.99
$200.00

Holbrook

Mav

$84.99 (was $99.99)

Selkirk

LUXX

$200.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Holbrook Mav if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.43 is 1.49 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.49 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $115 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk LUXX if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.94 vs 118.43) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

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