Paddle Comparison
Selkirk Boomstik ST vs Selkirk Vanguard Control
The Selkirk Boomstik ST and Selkirk Vanguard Control are nearly identical in swing weight (114.86 vs 115.29), making build quality, surface feel, and brand preference the deciding factors. The Selkirk Boomstik ST also has the wider sweet spot — TW 7.68 versus 5.51 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits. Shape adds another dimension: the Boomstik ST is widebody, the Vanguard Control is elongated, which changes reach, kitchen feel, and sweet-spot position.
Who wins on what
Power
Selkirk Vanguard Control
Higher Swing Weight (power) (114.86 vs 115.29, +0.43)
Hand Speed
Selkirk Boomstik ST
Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (114.86 vs 115.29)
Sweet Spot / Forgiveness
Selkirk Boomstik ST
Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (7.68 vs 5.51, +2.17)
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Which paddle should you buy?
Pick the Selkirk Boomstik ST if…
- You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 7.68 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
- Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.
- You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.
Pick the Selkirk Vanguard Control if…
- Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.
- You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Selkirk Boomstik ST or the Selkirk Vanguard Control better for power?
The Selkirk Vanguard Control generates more power — SW 115.29 vs 114.86 on the Selkirk Boomstik ST, a 0.43-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.
Which paddle is more forgiving — the Selkirk Boomstik ST or the Selkirk Vanguard Control?
The Selkirk Boomstik ST is more forgiving with a twist weight of 7.68 vs 5.51 on the Selkirk Vanguard Control. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.
How does the shape difference affect how the Selkirk Boomstik ST and Selkirk Vanguard Control play?
The Selkirk Boomstik ST's widebody shape delivers a wider face and maximum forgiveness — tuned for kitchen play and the soft game. The Selkirk Vanguard Control's elongated gives extra reach and a higher sweet spot — better for drives, resets, and transition-zone play. For players who live at the kitchen line, that shape distinction often matters more than a 1–2 point SW difference.
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