{"title":"Hybrid Paddles","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"joola-hyperion-pro-iv","title":"JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion PRO IV","description":"","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"14mm","offer_id":46295336681638,"sku":null,"price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm","offer_id":46295336714406,"sku":null,"price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/0102\/0838\/files\/JOOLA_WBG_2025_ProIV_Hyperion-BJ14mm-01.jpg?v=1753989352"},{"product_id":"gearbox-gx2","title":"GX2","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-779a37cd-7fff-a6ac-76e8-3006098bd6a3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Design, Revolutionary Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing the GX2, powered by the revolutionary SST 2.0 CarbonRibCore™—the next generation of paddle technology. GX2 delivers exceptional power, consistent performance, and enhanced control, providing a responsive connection with every shot. While it may resemble a traditional honeycomb paddle at first glance, the GX2 is truly in a league of its own. Designed for unmatched stability and durability, it boasts four times the strength of traditional honeycomb cores and twice the strength of closed-cell foam paddles. The result is a paddle that seamlessly blends precision and power, maintaining the familiar honeycomb paddle feel, expanding the sweet spot, and enhancing carbon fiber strength for next-level performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GX2 Elongated shape offers excellent leverage, enabling more power with less effort. Its extended length enhances reach, ball control, and stability, while the larger sweet spot ensures consistent performance. This shape strikes a perfect balance between power and precision, offering both aggressive power and strategic control. It's ideal for players who like to drive the ball from the baseline and serves as a smooth transition paddle for tennis players, thanks to its length and familiar grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGX2 offers a short and linear break-in time, providing a refined feel and consistent performance from the start. The GX2 meets the latest USAP PBCoR Standards and addresses common paddle issues like excessive power after break-in, rapid wear, and degradation. The GX2 sets a new benchmark in pickleball, delivering consistent excellence for players at every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GX2 Hyper shape is built for players who prioritize speed, agility, and control. Its wide body and compact head provide exceptional quickness, ideal for fast exchanges at the kitchen. The extended handle offers a natural feel for two-handed shots, perfect for finesse and precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile shorter than the Elongated and Integra XL shapes, the Hyper shape excels in hand battles with faster reactions and agility for quick, explosive shots at close range. Its wider hitting surface increases stability and forgiveness, ensuring consistent performance, even on off-center hits. Optimized for players who value agility and touch over raw power, the Hyper shape is perfect for dominating the kitchen and excelling in finesse-driven play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGX2 offers a short and linear break-in time, providing a refined feel and consistent performance from the start. The GX2 meets the latest USAP PBCoR Standards and addresses common paddle issues like excessive power after break-in, rapid wear, and degradation. 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Designed to cut through the air more efficiently, the aerodynamic paddle head makes it easier to stay aggressive at the net and cover more court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJOOLA’s patent-pending KineticFrame is integrated into the paddle’s throat, creating a slimmer frame that flexes to store momentum and releases it on impact for improved ball placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hyperion Pro V delivers speed, reach, and precision, all working harmoniously, making it a longtime favorite of its signature athlete, Ben Johns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo with the 16mm paddle for a bit more weight (8.1oz) and a wider grip (4.250in) or choose the 14mm paddle for a bit less weight (7.9oz) and a slimmer grip (4.125in).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Bolt Blue \/ 14mm","offer_id":56116367786150,"sku":"600580","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bolt Blue \/ 16mm","offer_id":56116367818918,"sku":"600583","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/0102\/0838\/files\/JOOLA-Hyperion-Pro-V-16mm-Pickleball-Paddle-1.webp?v=1772546325"},{"product_id":"crbn4-trufoam-barrage-hybrid-aerocurve","title":"CRBN4 TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelentless by Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCRBN TruFoam™ Barrage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built for players who want power that shows up instantly. Using the same 100% TruFoam™ Gen-4 foam core technology that defines Genesis and Waves, Barrage introduces a new core architecture engineered specifically for pop-based power. The result is a paddle that delivers immediate explosion on contact, faster ball speed, and relentless pressure in every exchange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for players who attack early, speed the game up, and finish points decisively, Barrage turns quick swings into clean winners while maintaining the stability and consistency the TruFoam family is known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you thrive in hands battles, punish high balls, or rely on fast counters and drives, Barrage is designed to keep your opponents on their heels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Expect When First Trying Barrage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom your first hit, Barrage feels fast and alive. The response off the face is immediate, with a crisp pop that rewards quick acceleration and confident swings. There is no lag and no delay. The ball jumps off the paddle with purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of Barrage is a proprietary floating foam core that sits within an EVA foam perimeter ring. This construction stabilizes the paddle, increases perimeter weighting, and expands the effective sweet spot. You get explosive pop without the unpredictable feedback that often comes with high-power paddles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a paddle that feels controlled even when you swing hard. Quick volleys feel sharp and decisive. Counters come off clean. 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