JOOLA Pickleball Paddles

A Quick Look: Current JOOLA Paddles

JOOLA has been using foams of varying densities in conjunction with a polypropylene core for a while now. However, the new Pro IV series of paddles all feature additional foam in the lower portion of the paddle face, just above the top of the handle. The TFP (Tech Flex Power) foam is firmer than the other types used around the edge of the core, which adds perimeter weight and also expands the sweet spot closer to the paddle's edge. Additionally this strategically located TFP foam also improves both the stability and comfort of all of the Pro IV paddles.

Carbon Framed Design

JOOLA's official description for the construction of its Carbon Framed Design is: A fully encased carbon frame for increased strength and durability. The Carbon Frame Design is basically JOOLA's take on uni-body paddle construction.

This technology is available with:

• Perseus 3S, Magnus 3S, Hyperion 3S, Scorpeus 3S
• Perseus C2 14/16
• Hyperion C2 14/16
• Scorpeus CFS 14/16
• Perseus CFS 14/16

Besides enhancing strength and durability, another benefit to JOOLA's Carbon Framed Design is improved paddle stability, which complements both paddle power and comfort.

Paddle Surfaces

While all JOOLA paddles utilize a polypropylene honeycomb core, there is more variation in terms of the materials used for their paddle surfaces. Whether it is raw carbon fiber or a composite of raw carbon fiber, all are developed to maximize spin potential with either a little extra power or control.

• Charged Carbon Surface: A bonding treatment that when combined with CFS strengthens the paddle surface and provides a crisp feel, along with extra energy return.
• Carbon Friction Surface (CFS): The base layer of JOOLA's premium carbon fiber surface, made of textured Carbon-Flex5, which is durable and offers predictable performance plus superb feel.
• Carbon Grip Surface (CGS): Carbon fiber surface composed of a durable Carbon-Flex3 textured material that grips the ball for long-lasting and easy access to spin.
• Carbon Drive Surface (CDS): Available with the Seneca CDS 16, this is a carbon dominate hybrid surface material that is durable, spin friendly and slightly increases power off the face of the paddle.

Propulsion Core

A variation on the Reactive Core, JOOLA refers to the latest update and modification to their polypropylene honeycomb core as the Propulsion Core. The "propulsion" aspect refers to how the core functions, which is similar to a diving board. Two varieties of foam surround the sides and top of the core allowing it to sort of float and move (internally) at contact. This makes their paddles with a Propulsion core very attentive and obedient to different swing speeds; adding precision when you need it and power when you want it.

Paddles with Propulsion Core:

• Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV
• Agassi Pro IV/Graf Pro IV
• Magnus Pro IV
• Hyperion Pro IV
• Scorpeus Pro IV
• Perseus 3S
• Magnus 3S
• Scorpeus 3S
• Hyperion 3S

Reactive Core

JOOLA's specifically tuned polypropylene honeycomb core aims to provide a consistent and predictable rebound across the entire paddle face. The comfort-oriented Reactive Core also nominally contributes to overall power and filters out vibration without diminishing feel.

Paddles with Reactive Core:

• Ben Johns Hyperion C2
• Perseus
• Scorpeus
• Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16

Response Core

A polypropylene honeycomb core that compresses for feel while the cell shape and materials offer great durability and paddle lifespan.

Paddles with Response Core:

• Radius CGS 16
• Vision CGS 16

Hyperfoam Edge Wall

JOOLA's Hyperfoam Edge Wall Technology is definitely a game-changer. The specialized foam, which is injected around the edges of the core, adds perimeter weight to the paddle. This serves to increase sweet spot size and also enhances both comfort along with overall paddle stability.

Paddles with Hyperfoam Edge Wall:

• Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV
• Agassi Pro IV/Graf Pro IV
• Magnus Pro IV
• Hyperion Pro IV
• Scorpeus Pro IV
• Perseus 3S, Magnus 3S, Scorpeus 3S and Hyperion 3S
• Hyperion C2's
• Ben Johns Perseus CFS
• Scorpeus CFS

Aero-Curve Design

Aero-Curve Design is JOOLA's unique paddle shape that creates less drag and increases swing speed by rounding the top edge of the paddles.

Paddles with Aero-Curve Design:

• Hyperion 3S (Simone Jardim and Ben Johns models)
• Hyperion C2 CFS (Simone Jardim and Ben Johns models)
• Ben Johns Hyperion CFS
• Radius
• Vision CGS 16
  

JOOLA's new replacement grip does away with the contoured ridge in favor of a sleeker option, with better sweat absorption and feel.

JOOLA's Feel-Tec-Pure Grip is standard on:

• Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV
• Agassi Pro IV/Graf Pro IV
• Magnus Pro IV
• Hyperion Pro IV
• Scorpeus Pro IV
• Perseus 3S, Magnus 3S, Scorpeus 3S and Hyperion 3S
• Hyperion C2 CFS
• Scorpeus C2 CFS
• Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16
• Seneca

JOOLA utilizes its perforated, anti-slip contour/ridge grip that provides excellent absorption properties in terms of perspiration, vibration and is also semi-tacky.

The JOOLA Ridge-Grip is standard on:

• First Generation Hyperions
• Vision
• Radius

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