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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Project 008 Tour vs SLK EVO Control XL

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

SLK EVO Control XL

Higher Swing Weight (power) (112.87 vs 113.76, +0.89)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Project 008 Tour

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (112.87 vs 113.76)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

SLK EVO Control XL

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.35 vs 5.93, +0.58)

Value

SLK EVO Control XL

Lower effective price ($100.00 vs $80.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
SLK

Model

Project 008 Tour
EVO Control XL

Shape

Hybrid
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
7.5 oz

Swing Weight

112.87
113.76

Twist Weight

5.35
5.93

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$100.00
$80.00

Discount

Effective Price

$100.00
$80.00

Selkirk

Project 008 Tour

$100.00

SLK

EVO Control XL

$80.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Project 008 Tour if…

  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

Pick the SLK EVO Control XL if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 5.93 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $20 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

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