JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 14 Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$160–$200
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In rankings
At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Strength
pop
Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
14.0 mm
Weight
7.8 oz
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
- popFeedback is mixed on this theme lately.
What people are saying
putaway-readydeal when discountedbalancedall-court
Power
- Putaways come easier than expected—strong on drives.
- Drives get heavy without needing a huge swing: punchy without feeling wild.
Value
- The common thread: competitive for the feature set.
- Most feedback points to priced like a premium paddle.
Overall
- In real play, it shows up as comfortable for most players.
- The common thread: easy to adjust to.
Phrased for clarity.
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Where to buy
Current listings and price checks.
Best offerJOOLA
$160
Best priceOut of stock
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