Selkirk Omni Elongated 16

Who should buy the Omni Elongated 16?

Omni Elongated 16 head-to-head comparisons

The matchups people actually cross-shop, each with a full 15-trait breakdown.

• Omni Elongated 16 vs Pro Ultimate Elongated 16$25 cheaper
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• Omni Elongated 16 vs Bantam ALW-C 14$100 cheaper
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• Omni Elongated 16 vs Hyperion Pro V 16Cross-shopped at the same price

DNA match — paddles within 5% of the Omni Elongated 16

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Selkirk Omni Elongated 16

IQ 79.7 · $300

7 paddles within 5% of the Omni Elongated 16

Ranked by DNA deviation

1. #1Honolulu J6CR$195 (-105) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match96.1%78
   -8 control-8 touch-6 spin+6 pop

   Saves $105 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +6 pop · -8 control

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2. #2Six Zero Coral Pro Hybrid UPA-A$220 (-80) · 16 mm · hybridDNA match95.9%81
   +16 spin+11 maneuverability-11 swing weight-10 plow through

   Saves $80 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +16 spin · -11 swing weight · Higher IQ score (81.2 vs 79.7)

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3. #3Vulcan V1100 16$70 (-230) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match95.7%80
   +14 spin-9 power-6 sweet spot+6 softness

   Saves $230 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +14 spin · -9 power

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4. #4ProXR Signature 16$70 (-230) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match95.7%80
   +14 spin-9 power-6 sweet spot+6 softness

   Saves $230 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +14 spin · -9 power

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5. #5Engage Pursuit Pro MX 12.7$80 (-220) · 12.7 mm · elongatedDNA match95.7%77
   +14 spin-11 sweet spot-10 forgiveness-7 control

   Saves $220 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +14 spin · -11 sweet spot

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6. #6Six Zero Coral Hybrid 16$200 (-100) · 16 mm · hybridDNA match95.6%83
   +16 spin+11 maneuverability-11 swing weight-10 plow through

   Saves $100 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +16 spin · -11 swing weight · Higher IQ score (82.7 vs 79.7)

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7. #7ProXR Signature 13$70 (-230) · 13 mm · elongatedDNA match95.6%77
   +14 spin-10 forgiveness-10 sweet spot-7 touch

   Saves $230 versus the Omni Elongated 16 · +14 spin · -10 forgiveness

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Best alternatives to the Omni Elongated 16

Each pick beats the Omni Elongated 16 on one specific thing — price, power, control or forgiveness.

• Omni Elongated 16 vs Infinity Ruby 16
• Omni Elongated 16 vs Labs Project Boomstik Elongated 16
• Omni Elongated 16 vs Perseus Pro V 16
• Omni Elongated 16 vs Quartz Control

Omni Elongated 16 — frequently asked questions

Is the Selkirk Omni Elongated 16 good for beginners?

Not our first recommendation. Forgiveness sits at 80/100 and the paddle is tuned for advanced/pro play. A developing player is better served by something more forgiving and cheaper — see our beginner shortlist.

Is the Selkirk Omni Elongated 16 worth the price?

At $300 it sits in the 95th percentile of the database for cost and the 23th for IQ score. If those numbers do not line up for you, the Six Zero Infinity Ruby 16 at $220 is the value alternative we point people to.

How does the Omni Elongated 16 compare to the J6CR?

They are close on DNA. The Omni Elongated 16 reads power 87 / control 89 / spin 76 against 90 / 81 / 70 for the J6CR, at $300 versus $195. Our full head-to-head breaks down every trait.

Is the 16 mm better than the 14 mm version?

A 16 mm core has longer dwell time, which is what produces softer resets and more repeatable placement. The 14 mm build trades that dwell for a faster, poppier response off the face. Control players take 16 mm; players who want the ball gone quickly take 14 mm.

Is the Selkirk Omni Elongated 16 approved for tournament play?

Sanctioned play requires the model to appear on USA Pickleball's official approved-equipment list. Selkirk submits its retail models for approval, but approval is per model and configuration, so check the current USAP list for the exact Omni Elongated 16 build before you enter a sanctioned event. We do not list approval status we have not verified.

Does the Omni Elongated 16 have good spin?

Spin measures 76/100 — the 11th percentile of our database — off a InfiniGrit® Durable Spin Texture face. Spin is not this paddle's strength — several paddles in the same price band measure meaningfully higher.

Is the Omni Elongated 16 head heavy?

Swing weight is 112 kg·cm² and twist weight 5.9. That is mid-range: balanced enough that most players will not describe it as head heavy. Static weight is 8.25 oz.

Does the Omni Elongated 16 benefit from lead tape?

Yes — at 112 kg·cm² there is room to add. Tape at 3 and 9 o'clock raises twist weight and stability with the smallest hit to hand speed; tape at 12 adds power and plow-through but slows the paddle noticeably. Any added weight can affect tournament legality if it changes the paddle beyond the approved configuration.

What is the best overgrip for the Omni Elongated 16?

The stock handle is 5.8 in long with a 4.25 in circumference. A thin tacky overgrip adds roughly 1/16 in of circumference and a few grams above the balance point — the cheapest way to fine-tune fit. If your hand is larger than the 4.25 in stock size, build up with an under-wrap first rather than stacking overgrips.

What should I replace the Omni Elongated 16 with when it wears out?

Face wear shows up as lost spin long before the core dies. The straight replacement is another Omni Elongated 16; if you want to change something, the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 adds control (96 vs 89) and the Selkirk Labs Project Boomstik Elongated 16 adds power (95 vs 87).

Who is the Omni Elongated 16 best for?

Two-handed backhand players who want reach. Skill levels we would put on it: advanced, pro. Handle length of 5.8 in supports a two-handed backhand.

What shape and size is the Omni Elongated 16?

elongated shape, 16.5 in long by 7.45 in wide, 16 mm ReactCore™ (PureFoam™ + Double-Ring Technology) core, InfiniGrit® Durable Spin Texture face, 8.25 oz. Released 2026.

Is the Omni Elongated 16 good for two-handed backhands?

Yes — the 5.8 in handle gives your top hand a full grip rather than riding the throat.

Omni Elongated 16 or OMNI 16?

Both are Selkirk. The Omni Elongated 16 reads IQ 79.7 at $300; the OMNI 16 reads IQ 88.7 at $280. The clearest split is control (89 vs 92).

How does PickleballLookup score the Omni Elongated 16?

The IQ score of 79.7 is a weighted composite of the 15 Paddle DNA traits, normalized across every paddle in the database so the number means the same thing on any page. Performance traits carry the most weight; descriptive traits like swing weight carry none. Full methodology is published.