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Paddle Comparison

Selkirk Project 008 Tour vs Volair Mach 1 Forza

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

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Higher Swing Weight (power) (112.87 vs 117.27, +4.40)

Hand Speed

Selkirk Project 008 Tour

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (112.87 vs 117.27)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Volair Mach 1 Forza

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.35 vs 6.37, +1.02)

Value

Selkirk Project 008 Tour

Lower effective price ($100.00 vs $107.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Selkirk
Volair

Model

Project 008 Tour
Mach 1 Forza

Shape

Hybrid
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

112.87
117.27

Twist Weight

5.35
6.37

Play Style

control
control

Retail Price

$100.00
$119.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$100.00
$107.99

Selkirk

Project 008 Tour

$100.00

Volair

Mach 1 Forza

$107.99 (was $119.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Selkirk Project 008 Tour if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (112.87 vs 117.27) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $8 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Volair Mach 1 Forza if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.27 is 4.40 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.37 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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