Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock vs Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
The value vs. premium matchup
Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock is the value pick at $179.99. Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm is the premium option at $333 — you're paying for the InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock | Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 8–8.4 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 15mm | 16mm |
| Core material | 100% foam core (EPP, no honeycomb) | — |
| Face material | Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber | InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.375" | 5.8" |
| Price | $179.99 | $333 |
Weight
Shape
Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm at 8–8.4 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 15mm core; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm has a 16mm core, so the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm core is 1mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Handle length. Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 5.38" handle; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm has a 5.8" handle, so the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm handle is 0.42" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock lists its face as Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber; Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm lists InfiniGrit textured carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 15mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
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
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock if…
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Selkirk LABS Project Boomstik 16mm if…
- ✓you swing through the ball
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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