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    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — CFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-ply face

    11SIX24

    Vapor Power 2

    $209.99

    7.9–8.3 oz · 16mm core · Hybrid

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    Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm 8oz 16mm pickleball paddle — InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber face

    Selkirk

    LABS Project Boomstik 16mm

    $333

    8–8.4 oz · 16mm core · Elongated

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    Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.

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    The value vs. premium matchup

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is the value pick at $209.99. Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm is the premium option at $333 — you're paying for the InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber.

    Side-by-side specs

    Spec11SIX24 Vapor Power 2Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm
    Weight7.9–8.3 oz8–8.4 oz
    ShapeHybridElongated
    Core thickness16mm16mm
    Core materialThermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border—
    Face materialCFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-plyInfiniGrit textured carbon fiber
    Handle length5.75"5.8"
    Price$209.99$333

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm at 8–8.4 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Handle length. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 has a 5.75" handle; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm has a 5.8" handle, so the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm handle is 0.05" longer. What grip length changes
    • Face material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its face as CFC; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm lists InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    11SIX24 Vapor Power 2

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.

    Playing style: power, spin

    Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.

    Playing style: power

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 if…

    • you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot

    Pick the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm if…

    • you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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