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Paddle Comparison

Rev Radiance vs Selkirk Boomstik

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 Boomstik

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.4 vs 120.09, +2.69)

Hand Speed

Rev Radiance

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.4 vs 120.09)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Boomstik

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.39 vs 6.84, +0.45)

Value

Rev Radiance

Lower effective price ($135.20 vs $283.04, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Rev
Selkirk

Model

Radiance
Boomstik

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.2 oz

Swing Weight

117.4
120.09

Twist Weight

6.39
6.84

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$169.00
$332.99

Discount

20% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$135.20
$283.04

Rev

Radiance

$135.20 (was $169.00)

Selkirk

Boomstik

$283.04 (was $332.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Rev Radiance if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (117.4 vs 120.09) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $148 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk Boomstik if…

  • You want more power — SW 120.09 is 2.69 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.84 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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