Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 vs. Sapphire

Brand

Price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1613

Core Material

Reactive PolymerPolymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

Carbon Friction + Charged Carbon700K Japanese Toray Carbon

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 87.9 - 8

Handle Length

5.55.6

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.1875

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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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SixZero

SixZero

2022

Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland

8 paddles

SixZero is one of our favorite paddle brands

A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 is more expensive ($249.99) than Sapphire ($99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Sapphire (13 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 and Sapphire have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 and Sapphire have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 has a greater weight (8 oz) than Sapphire (7.95 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Sapphire has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 (5.5 inches).

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