Drive vs. Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift

Brand

Price

$49.99|Click for an updated price
$219.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

--2022

Length

15.516.5

Width

8.1257.5

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombReactive Honeycomb

Facing Material

CompositeCarbon Friction

Weight (Low-High)

7.7 - 8.27.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

4.755.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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Adidas

Adidas

1949

Herzogenaurach, Germany

10 paddles

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Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift is more expensive ($219.95) than Drive ($49.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Drive (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Drive (15.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Drive has a greater width (8.125 inches) than Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Drive has a greater weight (7.949999999999999 oz) than Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Simone Jardim Hyperion CFS 16 Swift has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Drive (4.75 inches).

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