Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 vs. R3 Nova

Brand

Price

$159.95|Click for an updated price
$180|Ronbus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

13.516

Core Material

Response HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Carbon AbrasionRaw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured

Weight (Low-High)

8.2 - 8.27.9 - 8.3

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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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.

Compare all 25 Joola paddles

FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    R3 Nova is more expensive ($180) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 ($159.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    R3 Nova has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 (13.5 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 CAS 13.5 and R3 Nova have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 and R3 Nova have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than R3 Nova (8.100000000000001 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Ben Johns Hyperion CAS 13.5 and R3 Nova have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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