{"title":"Pickleball Paddles","description":"\u003cp\u003eAustralia's paddle market moved fast, and most of what is written about it is spec-sheet copy rewritten by someone who has never played. This is the version from two people who hit every paddle before it goes on the site. Four things decide how a paddle plays, and once you understand them the rest of the marketing language stops mattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne naming note before the detail. Plenty of Australians say \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-racket-bat-paddle-australia\"\u003epickleball bat\u003c\/a\u003e, racket or racquet rather than paddle, usually the ones who came across from tennis or table tennis. All four words mean the gear on this page. If you are new to the game and want somewhere affordable to start, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beginner-paddles\"\u003ebeginner paddles\u003c\/a\u003e are the shortlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe four decisions that actually change how a paddle plays\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Core thickness: 16mm or 14mm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core is honeycomb polypropylene, and its depth sets the whole personality of the paddle. A \u003cstrong\u003e16mm core\u003c\/strong\u003e deforms slightly more on contact, so the ball sits on the face a fraction longer. That extra dwell is what lets you drop a third shot short instead of floating it, and reset a fast ball into the kitchen instead of popping it up. A \u003cstrong\u003e14mm core\u003c\/strong\u003e gives less, so the ball leaves quicker and harder, with a smaller margin for error and a tighter sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are not sure, take the 16mm. Most club players win more points from a reset that lands than from a drive that is ten percent faster, and 16mm is where the majority of our range sits for exactly that reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Shape: elongated, widebody or hybrid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal surface area is capped by the rules, so shape is a trade, never an upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated\u003c\/strong\u003e is longer and narrower. You get reach on the stretch volley, a longer lever for serves and drives, and more face to brush up the back of the ball for topspin. The cost is a narrower, higher sweet spot, so off-centre contact is punished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody\u003c\/strong\u003e is shorter and wider. The sweet spot is broad and low, which forgives the mishits everyone hits under pressure. You lose reach and some leverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e splits the difference and is the shape most players end up happiest with, particularly at the kitchen line where hand speed beats reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle length rides along with shape. A longer handle suits two-handed backhands and adds leverage; a shorter one leaves more face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Weight, swing weight and twist weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStatic weight is the number on the box and the least useful of the three. \u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight\u003c\/strong\u003e is how heavy the paddle feels while it is moving, and it is what you actually notice: high swing weight ploughs through the ball on a drive and arrives late in a hands battle, low swing weight is the reverse. \u003cstrong\u003eTwist weight\u003c\/strong\u003e measures how much the face resists turning when you catch the ball off-centre. High twist weight is quietly the most valuable spec in the sport, because it makes your bad contacts land in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three are tunable after the fact. A few grams of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddle-accessories\"\u003elead tape\u003c\/a\u003e at 3 and 9 o'clock raises twist weight and widens the effective sweet spot; the same weight at 12 adds drive at the cost of hand speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Face and construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpin comes from friction, and friction comes from a \u003cstrong\u003eraw, unpainted carbon face\u003c\/strong\u003e. Paint or a sealing layer buries the grit and the bite goes with it. Raw faces do wear smooth over time, so a spin-first paddle is a consumable in a way a control paddle is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction is the other half. A \u003cstrong\u003ethermoformed\u003c\/strong\u003e frame with a foam-injected perimeter resists flex, so energy a softer build would absorb gets returned to the ball. That is where the power in modern paddles comes from, and it is also why the good ones cost what they cost. If the jargon is the problem, our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/foam-core-thermoformed-gen-4-pickleball-paddles-explained\"\u003efoam cores, thermoforming, Gen 3 and Gen 4\u003c\/a\u003e explains all of it in plain English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop by how you play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/control-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eControl paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for touch and resets. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/power-pickleball-paddles\"\u003ePower paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for drives and put-aways. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spin-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eSpin paddles\u003c\/a\u003e with raw carbon faces for heavy topspin. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-court-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eAll-court paddles\u003c\/a\u003e if you would rather not specialise, which for most club players is the right answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop by level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beginner-paddles\"\u003eBeginner paddles\u003c\/a\u003e are built to forgive: thicker cores, lower swing weight, wide sweet spots. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/intermediate-paddles\"\u003eIntermediate paddles\u003c\/a\u003e start trading forgiveness for specificity, usually through a grittier face and more mass away from the hand. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/professional-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eProfessional paddles\u003c\/a\u003e hold their stiffness season after season and reward a swing that is already grooved, which also means they give you very little help. If you are wondering whether the step up is worth it, we ran the numbers in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/mid-tier-vs-pro-tier-pickleball-paddles-2026\"\u003emid-tier vs pro-tier paddles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop by brand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rpm-pickleball\"\u003eRPM pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for spin-led thermoformed builds. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/joola-paddles\"\u003eJOOLA pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for the tour line most Australians recognise. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/six-zero-paddles\"\u003eSix Zero pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for control and a genuinely broad price ladder. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/honolulu-pickleball-company\"\u003eHonolulu pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for long-lasting grit. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/friday-pickleball\"\u003eFriday pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/enhance-pickleball\"\u003eEnhance pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for foam cores at sensible money. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/selkirk-paddles\"\u003eSelkirk pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luzz-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eLuzz pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for power. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aireo-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eAireo pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for foam-core power lower down the ladder. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/11six24-pickleball-paddles\"\u003e11SIX24 pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spartus-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eSpartus pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for grit that outlasts a season, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/franklin-pickleball\"\u003eFranklin pickleball paddles\u003c\/a\u003e for the C45 signature line. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/brands\"\u003ebrand guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers what each one is actually for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure where to start? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e narrows it in a few questions, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/best-pickleball-paddles-australia-2026\"\u003eour picks by play style\u003c\/a\u003e is the honest shortlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuying a paddle in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are an authorised Australian reseller for the brands we carry, so paddles are factory-fresh, covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and assessed through us rather than an overseas portal. Grey-import paddles bought offshore usually have neither. Everything ships from Sydney in one to three days, free Australian delivery applies over $150, local pickup is available from Mount Colah, and every paddle comes with a grip. Factory-fresh paddles can be returned within 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hold recommended retail pricing on carried brands rather than running rotating sales, so the price on the page is the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eHow much should I actually spend on a paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnough that the face is raw carbon rather than painted, because that is the line where spin becomes available. Below that you are buying a paddle you will replace inside a season. Above it, the money buys durability, twist weight and consistency rather than raw performance, and the returns flatten out. Match the spend to how often you play, not to what the pros use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003e14mm or 16mm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e16mm if you want the ball to sit down at the kitchen, 14mm if you want it to leave faster. Most players are better served by 16mm because resets win more points at club level than pace does. If you already drive well and your problem is finishing, 14mm is worth trying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eElongated or widebody?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eElongated if you play from the baseline, serve big, or want maximum spin. Widebody if you live at the kitchen line and value forgiveness. Hybrid if you do a bit of everything, which is most people. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/friday-aura-hybrid-vs-elongated-which-shape-australia-2026\"\u003ehybrid vs elongated comparison\u003c\/a\u003e works through it on one paddle family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eHow long does a pickleball paddle last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA raw carbon face loses grit in six to twelve months of regular play, and spin goes with it. The core outlasts the face in most cases. Signs it is done: a dead or tinny sound, a soft spot on the face, spin you can no longer produce on a shot you used to hit. Store it in a cover and keep it out of hot cars and it lasts longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eWhat is delamination?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carbon face separating from the core, usually at the edge. It produces a distinctive hollow sound and an unnaturally hot response off the face, and it is a warranty matter rather than wear. If you think a paddle has delaminated, email support@pickld.com.au with the order number and photos and we lodge it with the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eIs a pickleball bat the same as a pickleball paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, and so is a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-racket-bat-paddle-australia\"\u003epickleball racket\u003c\/a\u003e or racquet. They are four names for one piece of gear. Pickleball's own rulebook says paddle, but plenty of Australians who came across from tennis or table tennis say bat, racket or racquet, and nobody is confused. Whichever word you used to get here, this page is the range. We wrote about \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-racket-bat-paddle-australia\"\u003ewhat Australians actually call it\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600\"\u003eWhat grip size do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost modern paddles ship in a narrow band around 4 1\/4 inches, and the practical answer is to build up rather than down. Add an overgrip or two if the handle feels small or your hand cramps; you cannot make a grip smaller without stripping it back. A grip that is slightly too small still lets you generate wrist snap, whereas one that is too large will not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have the paddle, sort the rest: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/balls\"\u003epickleball balls\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddle-accessories\"\u003egrips, covers and lead tape\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pickleball-nets\"\u003enets\u003c\/a\u003e, or a complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pickleball-sets\"\u003epickleball set\u003c\/a\u003e if you are starting from nothing. New to the game entirely? Start with \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-for-beginners-australia\"\u003epickleball for beginners in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"six-zero-quartz-pickleball-paddle","title":"Six Zero Quartz Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Quartz is where Six Zero's carbon-paddle experience starts. At around $99 it doesn't come loaded with foam perimeter tech or a thermoformed shell, but it does give you a genuine raw-carbon face and a wide, forgiving hitting surface that makes it easy to find the sweet spot rally after rally. If you're new to pickleball or stepping up from a beginner paddle, it's a sensible place to land.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT300 raw carbon face:\u003c\/strong\u003e real grit and spin generation without the premium price tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous sweet spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a wide 7.9 in body and low swing weight of 108 keep it manageable for new players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight and quick:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.9 oz average feels easy on long sessions at the kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAPA approved:\u003c\/strong\u003e tournament legal from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew to the game? See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-paddle-guide-for-new-players-how-to-choose-the-right-paddle-with-our-top-picks\"\u003epaddle guide for new players\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/six-zero-paddles\"\u003ebrowse the full Six Zero range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Six Zero","offers":[{"title":"Smokey","offer_id":42808693981235,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-SMK","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Amethyst","offer_id":42808695914547,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-AME","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":42833626136627,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-WHT","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Citrine","offer_id":43315128041523,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-CIT","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prasiolite","offer_id":43315128434739,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-PRA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rose","offer_id":44775427932211,"sku":"SZR-QTZ-ROSE","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/4_a3062ec7-cc32-4a7e-b718-945634dde281.webp?v=1731799652"},{"product_id":"six-zero-ruby-pickleball-paddle","title":"Six Zero Ruby Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ruby swaps Six Zero's raw carbon face for a Kevlar surface, and the difference is noticeable from the first rally: there's a slightly softer feel at contact with excellent grip on the ball. Paired with the 16 mm honeycomb core and foam edgewalls, it's a genuinely well-rounded paddle that rewards both kitchen play and driving from the baseline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKevlar fibre face:\u003c\/strong\u003e a unique texture that grips the ball differently to raw carbon, with 2,200+ RPM spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm core with foam edgewalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e an expanded sweet spot and a planted, stable feel on off-centre hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 117:\u003c\/strong\u003e a heavier feel that translates to plow-through power on drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.5 in handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e room for a two-handed backhand if you want it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Six Zero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42808771674163,"sku":"SZR-RUBY","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/Ruby-Six-Zero-152745783_6c0f8641-6bfb-4cde-a761-5df8e3c6b6c6.webp?v=1731810330"},{"product_id":"six-zero-sapphire-pickleball-paddle","title":"Six Zero Sapphire Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sapphire takes Six Zero's thermoform platform and stretches it. Literally. The 16.5 in elongated shape gives you extra reach on wide balls, while the 13 mm core produces a crisper, quicker response than the heftier Double Black Diamond. The long 5.6 in handle is a genuine boon if you run a two-handed backhand, and the Gen 2 unibody construction keeps the whole frame tight and responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 mm thermoformed core:\u003c\/strong\u003e a snappier feel and quicker rebound, ideal for control players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16.5 in elongated shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e added reach on groundstrokes without sacrificing kitchen manoeuvrability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.6 in handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e a natural fit for two-handed backhand technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGen 2 unibody construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e foam-injected perimeter walls in a single thermoformed shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter more reach and control? \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/six-zero-paddles\"\u003eBrowse the full Six Zero range\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/six-zero-coral-16mm\"\u003eSix Zero Coral\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Six Zero","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":42833629282355,"sku":"SZR-SAP-BLU","price":149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Neon","offer_id":44435423690803,"sku":"SZR-SAP-NEON","price":149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/7_d4727288-7dc8-4e81-89b7-dc199ac14d64.webp?v=1732910451"},{"product_id":"joola-ben-johns-perseus-pro-iv-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Perseus Pro IV pickleball paddle is the ultimate blend of innovation, control, and power. This next evolution of our beloved paddle shape now features patent-pending Tech Flex Power (TFP) technology, resulting in improved precision and more confidence with every shot. 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This is the paddle Ryan Fu competes with, re-engineered from the ground up for the V2 with a refined carbon layup and updated EVA foam ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated 16.5 in frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e extended reach for high balls, wide volleys and singles coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14 mm core:\u003c\/strong\u003e faster rebound and sharper pop than 16 mm builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2300+ RPM spin:\u003c\/strong\u003e CarbonBite surface with Axial Carbon Layup generates elite topspin and slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 113:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced for aggressive play without feeling arm-heavy through long rallies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRyan Fu is a US-based professional and one of the faster-rising names on the APP and MLP circuits. He chose the 14mm elongated shape because it mirrors the feel of a tennis racquet: long, precise and loaded for power. The V2 is his direct input into RPM's engineering team: more pop, cleaner layup, same competition DNA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RPM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44021630894131,"sku":"RPM-FP2-14-EL","price":358.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_330c0705-b6af-4a02-819f-259d612aef2a.webp?v=1770089788"},{"product_id":"perseus-pro-v-ben-johns-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Perseus Pro V (Ben Johns) 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Perseus Pro V is the elongated workhorse of JOOLA's Gen 5 line: a longer-than-standard 16.5-inch face and a 16 mm core that together give you extra reach at the baseline and the soft, predictable feel you need when you're grinding it out at the kitchen. The KineticFrame throat flexes on contact and springs back, which makes drives feel more effortless and dinks feel dialled in. If you like playing from the transition zone and want a paddle that punishes errors less, this is your shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended 16.5 in face:\u003c\/strong\u003e more reach on wide balls and groundstrokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm core:\u003c\/strong\u003e longer dwell time for better reset consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e patent-pending flex system stores and releases energy on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured carbon fibre face:\u003c\/strong\u003e high spin potential with a gritty, reliable bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBen Johns is widely regarded as the greatest pickleball player of all time: 123+ PPA Tour titles, 21 Triple Crowns, and a 108-match singles winning streak that still stands as a professional record. He signed a lifetime contract with JOOLA in 2023, and the Perseus shape reflects the control-oriented, analytical style that made him unbeatable for years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097972928563,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-PERSEUS","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/3_0003_2R1A9904-133.png?v=1772790801"},{"product_id":"kosmos-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-federico-staksrud-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Kosmos Pro V (Federico Staksrud) 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kosmos Pro V is JOOLA's answer to the all-court player who refuses to choose between reach and sweet spot. At 16.3 inches long and 7.7 inches wide, it splits the difference between the Perseus's elongated frame and the Scorpeus's wider body, so you can drive from deep, counter at the transition zone, and still reset cleanly at the kitchen without switching paddles in your head. The 16 mm core keeps things controllable at pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid 16.3 × 7.7 in shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e blends reach and sweet-spot width for versatile all-court play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm Honeycomb Propulsion core:\u003c\/strong\u003e controlled power with a soft, consistent feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e flex-point engineering that stores and releases energy on every shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured carbon fibre face:\u003c\/strong\u003e reliable spin generation across the full surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFederico Staksrud grew up playing tennis in Buenos Aires before transitioning to pickleball in 2018. By late 2025 he had climbed to No. 1 in both men's singles and doubles on the PPA Tour, an all-court style built on precise footwork and relentless pressure that maps directly onto what the Kosmos shape is designed to do.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097973059635,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-KOSMOS","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/3_0005_2R1A9847-103.png?v=1772792284"},{"product_id":"agassi-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Agassi Pro V carries the same elongated 16.5-inch frame as the Perseus, matched with the 5.5-inch handle that tennis converts tend to find most natural. JOOLA built this one in close collaboration with Agassi himself: the Gen 5 KineticFrame throat and 16 mm Honeycomb Propulsion core are all there, meaning you get the full Pro V construction in a shape designed for players who want long-handle leverage and a familiar swing weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.5 in handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e longer grip suits two-handed backhands and tennis-trained players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm Honeycomb Propulsion core:\u003c\/strong\u003e extra dwell time for softer touch and better reset consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e flex-point system translates to easier power on drives and speed-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured carbon fibre face:\u003c\/strong\u003e strong spin potential across the full hitting surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAndre Agassi is an eight-time Grand Slam tennis champion and former world No. 1 who partnered with JOOLA in 2024 to bring his standards of performance and accessibility to pickleball. The Agassi line, developed alongside his wife Steffi Graf, is part of a broader push to grow the sport and make quality equipment available to players at every level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097974632499,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-AGASSI","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/3_0009_2R1A9944-154.png?v=1772792191"},{"product_id":"scorpeus-pro-v-anna-bright-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V (Anna Bright) 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Scorpeus Pro V is the widebody of the Gen 5 line: an 8-inch face that gives you a noticeably larger sweet spot than the elongated Perseus or Agassi shapes. The 16 mm core makes it forgiving and soft without feeling sluggish, and the KineticFrame throat adds a spring-like response that keeps shots crisp even when you're not in perfect position. If most of your time is spent at the kitchen line in doubles, this is the shape to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 in wide face:\u003c\/strong\u003e expanded sweet spot reduces errors on mishits and wide balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm core:\u003c\/strong\u003e longer dwell time for predictable, controllable feel on dinks and resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall grip circumference (4.125 in):\u003c\/strong\u003e for players who prefer lighter grip pressure and faster hand speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e patent-pending flex system for energy storage and release on every contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnna Bright is a Gold Card touring pro on the PPA Tour, ranked in the top three in both women's doubles and mixed doubles. A former UC Berkeley tennis player, she turned professional in pickleball in 2022 and immediately won two gold medals in her debut tournament. Her fast hands and precise touch at the net are exactly what the Scorpeus widebody is built to support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097990295603,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-SCR-AB","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/3_0008_2R1A9829-94.png?v=1772791365"},{"product_id":"hyperion-pro-v-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hyperion Pro V is Ben Johns' paddle shape, and has been for most of his professional career. It shares the elongated 16.5-inch dimensions of the Perseus but uses a rounded head rather than a flat top, which shifts weight fractionally toward the handle and makes the paddle feel livelier and easier to reset with at pace. Add the Gen 5 KineticFrame throat and a 16 mm Honeycomb Propulsion core, and you have a paddle that covers every part of the court without feeling heavy or sluggish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRounded elongated head:\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly lower swing weight than flat-top shapes for faster hands at the kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm Honeycomb Propulsion core:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft, controlled feel with good dwell time for resets and dinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e flex-point system inspired by golf and hockey engineering adds pop on drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured carbon fibre face:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-grip surface for spin serves, rolls and top-spin drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe pro behind it\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBen Johns is widely regarded as the greatest pickleball player of all time: 123+ PPA Tour titles, 21 Triple Crowns, and a lifetime contract with JOOLA signed in 2023, the first of its kind in the sport. The Hyperion has been his shape of choice through most of that career, and the Pro V is its Gen 5 evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097990328371,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-HYPERION","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/3_0007_2R1A9876-118.png?v=1772792165"},{"product_id":"rpm-q2-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Q2 Elongated Pickleball Paddle (16mm \u0026 14mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Q2 is RPM's most ambitious paddle yet: the first in their lineup to ditch honeycomb in favour of a fully moulded EPP foam core, co-designed with paddle engineer John Kew. The 16mm Elongated version pairs that foam construction with a long 16.5 in frame: you get the reach and leverage of an elongated shape, a flatter response across the face, and TPU perimeter inserts that tighten up torsional twist on wide contact. It plays heavier and more connected than the spec sheet suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-mould EPP foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 mm groove channels tuned for uniform flex and a firm, predictable feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPU perimeter inserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e denser and more elastic than standard EVA, reducing twist and widening the sweet spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated 16.5 in frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e extra reach for high volleys, drives down the line and singles coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbonBite surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e RPM's high-grit fibre finish for heavy topspin and biting slices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe John Kew collaboration matters here. Kew built his reputation as one of the most trusted paddle reviewers in the game before RPM brought him in to engineer the Q Series, and the Q2 reads like a reviewer's wish list: instead of one uniform foam, the density, firmness and rebound are tuned in targeted zones of the paddle. RPM's words for the result are controlled aggression and accessible power, with the torsional stability and off-centre forgiveness that high-level players ask for. Their claims, not our bench test, but the design logic is sound and the twist behaviour is exactly what the TPU perimeter is there to fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our own range the Q2 has been the steadiest seller in the RPM line, and we called it the balanced all-court option in our RPM Jade first look for a reason: it does everything competently rather than one thing loudly. The 16mm build (swing weight 114) is the version most players should take for its extra dwell on resets and drops. The 14mm swings lighter and releases the ball quicker for players who already own a reliable soft game and want more free pace. If you want a more specialised tool, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-friction-pro-elongated-16mm-v2-james-ignatowich-signature\"\u003eFriction Pro V2\u003c\/a\u003e chases spin harder and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-jade-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eJade\u003c\/a\u003e is the new power flagship. USAP registered at PBCoR .43.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × RPM Q2 Elongated paddle (16mm or 14mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised RPM reseller in Australia, so warranty claims come to us, not an overseas portal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorn between 14mm and 16mm, or between the Q2 and the Jade? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e narrows it in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rpm-pickleball\"\u003eRPM range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RPM","offers":[{"title":"16mm","offer_id":44097991213107,"sku":"RPM-Q2-16-EL","price":357.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm","offer_id":44702916739123,"sku":"RPM-Q2-14-EL","price":357.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/1_Q2_Elongated_16mm_Straight.webp?v=1772791747"},{"product_id":"rpm-q2-widebody-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Q2 Widebody Pickleball Paddle (16mm \u0026 14mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRPM's Q2 line brought full-foam construction into the premium paddle market, and the 16mm Widebody is the most approachable version in the range. A wide 8.0 in face keeps the sweet spot centred for doubles, while the precision-moulded EPP core (co-designed with engineer John Kew) delivers a firm, connected feel that honeycomb paddles rarely match. TPU inserts at the perimeter lock down torsional flex so mishits don't bleed pace or accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2310 RPM spin:\u003c\/strong\u003e CarbonBite surface generates heavy topspin without sacrificing durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody 8.0 in frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, centred sweet spot built for consistent doubles play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-mould EPP foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e uniform flex across the face with 3 mm groove channels reducing hot spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPU perimeter inserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e tighter torsional stability and a broader effective sweet spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RPM","offers":[{"title":"16mm","offer_id":44097991245875,"sku":"RPM-Q2-16-WB","price":357.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm","offer_id":44702917165107,"sku":"RPM-Q2-14-WB","price":357.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/1_Q2_Widebody_16mm_Straight.webp?v=1772791866"},{"product_id":"honolulu-j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface-regular-handle","title":"Honolulu Pickleball | J2CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface | Regular Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe J2CR Crystal Blue swaps the standard carbon face for Honolulu's Crystal Blue Endurance Surface, a crystal-media process engineered to keep its texture long after ordinary carbon fibre wears smooth. It runs the same Gen 4.5 foam core and Aero Hybrid Plus shape as the J2FC+ line, with a standard 5.5-inch handle that suits most grip styles. For players who want durable spin and a big, consistent sweet spot without moving to an extended handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Blue Endurance Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e crystal-infused grit outlasts standard carbon fibre over months of play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge sweet spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e the wide hybrid shape delivers consistent power across the whole face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 5.5-inch handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits one-handed backhands and players who prefer a shorter lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGen 4.5 foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e multi-density pivoting construction for a soft feel and good pop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonolulu pitch the J2CR as a hybrid power paddle: explosive pop, heavy spin and quick hands off a Core Reactor foam construction with their Dynamic PowerFlex and Control Joint technologies. Those are the maker's claims, but the numbers underneath them are worth reading. The Blue Grit face has tested at roughly 2,091 RPM of spin, which Honolulu point out is about 99.5 percent of the 2,100 RPM ceiling the approval bodies allow. In plain terms, the face is about as grippy as a legal paddle gets, and the pitch is that it stays that way instead of polishing smooth by month three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other number that shapes how this paddle feels is the twist weight of 7.0. Twist weight measures how much the paddle resists rotating when you catch the ball off centre, and 7.0 is genuinely high: most elongated paddles sit in the low sixes. Combined with the wide 7.8-inch Aero Hybrid Plus face, that makes the J2CR one of the more forgiving paddles we stock at this level. Blocks and counters that would spray off a narrower frame stay in play. If you play fast doubles and win points at the kitchen rather than the baseline, that stability is the reason to pick this over a longer paddle like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-j6cr-crystal-blue-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eJ6CR\u003c\/a\u003e. Two-handers should look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface-extended-handle\"\u003eextended-handle version\u003c\/a\u003e of the same paddle. It is UPA-A approved for tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue paddle (regular handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × premium waterproof paddle cover with hanging clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Honolulu Pickleball Company reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorn between the Honolulu shapes? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e sorts it in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/honolulu-pickleball-company\"\u003eHonolulu range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honolulu Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44186620100659,"sku":"HON-J2CR-R","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":44634692976691,"sku":"HON-J2CR-R-WHT","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/J2CRCBESBLUE_600x_f1294ba0-a86e-4ed3-b286-94bd99620bc0.webp?v=1775627630"},{"product_id":"honolulu-j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface-extended-handle","title":"Honolulu Pickleball | J2CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface | Extended Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eSame paddle as the standard J2CR Crystal Blue (Gen 4.5 multi-density foam core, Honolulu's durable Crystal Blue Endurance Surface, wide hybrid shape) but stretched to a 6-inch handle for players who rely on a two-handed backhand or want extra leverage on drives. The Crystal Blue surface uses a crystal-media process that holds its grit far longer than regular carbon fibre, so the spin performance you buy is the spin performance you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-inch extended handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same J2CR platform adapted for two-handed backhand players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Blue Endurance Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e long-lasting crystal-infused texture vs standard carbon fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAero Hybrid Plus shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e a wide face with a large, forgiving sweet spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGen 4.5 foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e a soft, controlled feel with genuine pop on full swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extended handle changes less than you might think, and that is the point. You keep everything that makes the J2CR platform work: the wide 7.8-inch Aero Hybrid Plus face, the Core Reactor foam construction with Honolulu's PowerFlex and Control Joint technologies, and a twist weight of 7.0 that most paddles in this class cannot touch. What the extra half inch of handle buys you is room. A two-handed backhand gets a proper second grip instead of a cramped one, and single-handers who choke down for leverage on serves and drives get a longer lever to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face deserves its own sentence. Honolulu's Blue Grit surface has tested at roughly 2,091 RPM of spin, which they note is about 99.5 percent of the legal ceiling, and the Crystal Blue process interlocks the crystal media mechanically so the texture is engineered to hold rather than wear smooth. Those figures are the maker's testing, not ours, but they are the right numbers to be chasing: grit that lasts is worth more than grit that starts loud and fades. If you do not need the longer handle, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface-regular-handle\"\u003eregular-handle J2CR\u003c\/a\u003e is the same paddle with a 5.5-inch grip, and if you want more reach and swing-arc power on the same face technology, look at the elongated \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-j6cr-crystal-blue-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eJ6CR\u003c\/a\u003e. UPA-A approved for tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue paddle (extended handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × premium waterproof paddle cover with hanging clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Honolulu Pickleball Company reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsure whether the extended handle suits you? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e sorts it in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/honolulu-pickleball-company\"\u003eHonolulu range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honolulu Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44186632814643,"sku":"HON-J2CR-X","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":44634693238835,"sku":"HON-J2CR-X-WHT","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/J2CRCBESBLUE_600x_f1294ba0-a86e-4ed3-b286-94bd99620bc0.webp?v=1775627630"},{"product_id":"friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-elongated-16mm","title":"Friday Aura Pickleball Paddle - Elongated 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Friday Aura is a Gen 4, full-foam paddle built to make improving players better, faster. Its EPP foam core and carbon-fibreglass hybrid face strike a genuine balance of control and spin in a forgiving elongated shape, while Friday's patent-pending ElasTECH perimeter weighting keeps the sweet spot stable and the feel plush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl-first feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e full-foam Gen 4 core for soft hands, clean resets and confident dinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpin-ready face:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon and fibreglass hybrid surface bites the ball for reliable topspin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving \u0026amp; stable:\u003c\/strong\u003e ElasTECH perimeter weighting widens the sweet spot and steadies off-centre hits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTournament-legal:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAP certified, PBCoR .43.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Friday","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":44259117269043,"sku":"FRI-AURA-BLK","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":44259117301811,"sku":"FRI-AURA-PUR","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":44348492939315,"sku":"FRI-AURA-GRN","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":44412924395571,"sku":"FRI-AURA-ORG","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/eclipse-aura-hero-color.webp?v=1778224918"},{"product_id":"friday-pickleball-aura-pro-elongated-16mm","title":"Friday Pickleball Aura Pro - Elongated 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aura Pro is Friday Pickleball's stiffer, more aggressive take on their Gen 4 foam platform: where the standard Aura plays soft and forgiving, the Pro plays fast and direct. A T700 raw carbon face delivers high surface roughness for spin, and the ElasTECH rubber perimeter system adds swing weight and stability without making the paddle feel dead. Strong value for players who want foam-core feel with a power bias.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT700 raw carbon face:\u003c\/strong\u003e high surface roughness for consistent ball bite and spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElasTECH rubber perimeter system:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds stability and swing weight; reduces paddle rotation on mishits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-foam Gen 4 core:\u003c\/strong\u003e softer than thermoformed carbon, with a firm throat insert for a direct response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 116:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits players who drive hard from the baseline or attack out of the air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriday's own pitch for the Aura Pro is refreshingly blunt: loud, poppy and explosive, built to drive hard, counter fast and finish points. The construction backs the talk. The core is a fully floating EPP foam wrapped in Friday's patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting system and surrounded by EVA foam, then double-thermoformed for durability, which is how a foam paddle ends up with this much pop while keeping a sweet spot that reaches toward the edges. Reviewers at Pickleball Effect describe the result as a polymer-like foam power paddle, meaning it keeps some of the crisp, familiar response of a traditional core rather than the mushy feel some foam builds can have. Their words and Friday's, not our bench test, and our own \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/friday-aura-aura-pro-review-australia-2026\"\u003eAura and Aura Pro review\u003c\/a\u003e goes deeper on where each one fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated shape is the aggressor's version: 16.5 inches of reach, swing weight 116 for plow-through on drives, and the trade is a twist weight of 6.0, so it asks for cleaner contact than the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-pickleball-aura-pro-hybrid-16mm\"\u003ehybrid Aura Pro\u003c\/a\u003e. The face tests at 2,295 RPM of spin, and the paddle is USAP certified at PBCoR .43 for tournament play. If your game is more resets and placement than putaways, the softer \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-hybrid-16mm\"\u003estandard Aura\u003c\/a\u003e is the control side of the same family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Friday Aura Pro Elongated 16mm paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriday is on our authorised reseller list, so warranty claims come to us, not an overseas support form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which Friday suits your game? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e sorts it in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/friday-pickleball\"\u003eFriday range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Friday","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":44259181232179,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-BLK","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":44259181264947,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-PUR","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":44259181297715,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-GRN","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/eclipse-aura-pro-hero-color.webp?v=1778227100"},{"product_id":"honolulu-j6cr-crystal-blue-pickleball-paddle","title":"Honolulu J6CR Crystal Blue Endurance Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe J6CR Crystal Blue takes Honolulu's durable Crystal Blue Endurance Surface and puts it on their longer, narrower J6 elongated frame, trading some manoeuvrability for extra reach and a more powerful swing arc. With a twist weight up to 6.7, it's one of the more stable elongated paddles available. Currently on pre-order, and worth the wait if you play an aggressive, extension-heavy game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated J6 frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 16.5-inch length adds reach and power vs the standard J2 shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Blue Endurance Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e precision crystal-infused grit engineered to outlast standard carbon fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2,296 RPM spin:\u003c\/strong\u003e elite spin output from the CR surface on the longer elongated platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist weight up to 6.7:\u003c\/strong\u003e above-average off-centre stability for an elongated paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonolulu call the J6CR the most powerful paddle in their lineup, and their explanation of why is more interesting than the claim itself. The J6 profile starts from the J2's long-handle shape, extends the face and chops the top into an aero curve, which lets them keep the overall footprint at 16.48 by 7.52 inches while shifting mass toward the head. More mass up top means a higher swing weight (111 to 116) and a heavier ball off the face, and the pitch is that the J2's control character survives the change. That last part is Honolulu's claim rather than our playtest, but the twist weight figure backs the stability half of it: 6.2 to 6.7 is well above what most elongated frames manage, so off-centre hits should stay honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face is the same story as the rest of the CR line. The Crystal Blue Endurance Surface locks crystal media into the surface mechanically rather than painting grit on, and Honolulu's spin testing for this build comes in at 2,296 RPM, near the top of the approved range. The 6-inch handle leaves proper room for a two-handed backhand, which suits exactly the aggressive baseline game this shape is built for. If you would rather have a wider, even more forgiving face on the same technology, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface-regular-handle\"\u003eJ2CR\u003c\/a\u003e is the pick. It is UPA-A approved and carries a 1-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Honolulu J6CR Crystal Blue paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × premium waterproof paddle cover with hanging clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Honolulu Pickleball Company reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure elongated is your shape? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e works it out in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/honolulu-pickleball-company\"\u003eHonolulu range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honolulu Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44799780585523,"sku":"HON-J6CR-1","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":44799780618291,"sku":"HON-J6CR-2","price":308.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/J6CRCBESB2_800x_93550294-75fd-4514-a7a4-eb4eeedc6b17.webp?v=1779314209"},{"product_id":"joola-scorpeus-pro-v-collin-johns-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V Collin Johns 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V is Collin Johns' weapon of choice: a control-first flagship built for players who win points at the kitchen line, not just off the baseline. Its 16mm Honeycomb Propulsion core and textured carbon fibre face deliver a soft, planted feel with the spin and precision to place the ball exactly where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody 16 inches by 8 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shortest and widest shape in the Pro V family, so a block caught away from the middle of the face still finds the court\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16mm Honeycomb Propulsion core:\u003c\/strong\u003e a deep, muted contact that keeps third-shot drops and resets travelling low over the net\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-Foam Edge Wall:\u003c\/strong\u003e JOOLA pack foam into the perimeter of the frame, which is where a paddle's stability on off-centre contact comes from\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKineticFrame throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e JOOLA describe it as flexing to absorb and redirect energy, and a head that settles faster is a head you can swing again sooner in a hands battle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.25 inch grip length:\u003c\/strong\u003e enough handle for a compact two-handed backhand without giving up reach on the single-handed side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAP and UPA-A approved:\u003c\/strong\u003e cleared under both sanctioning bodies, so it travels to tournaments with you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a control player's paddle. The 16mm core gives a deep, forgiving sweet spot and a muted, connected feel on resets and dinks: the touch that wins hands battles in the transition zone. JOOLA's patent-pending KineticFrame throat flexes to absorb and redirect energy, settling the paddle for softer hands and steadier blocks under pressure, while the textured carbon face still bites the ball for heavy spin. At 16\" × 8\", the widebody profile is the shortest, widest shape in the Pro V family: maximum forgiveness and a huge hitting zone, favoured by doubles specialists like Collin Johns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16mm pickleball paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised JOOLA reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure the widebody is your shape? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/joola-kosmos-pro-v-rally-rocket-16mm-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eKosmos Pro V\u003c\/a\u003e is the hybrid in the same family, a little longer and a little narrower, which suits players who also drive from the baseline. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e sorts it out in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/joola-paddles\"\u003eJOOLA range\u003c\/a\u003e, stocked here in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JOOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339482558515,"sku":"JOO-PRSV-SCR-CJ","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/IMG-1591.png?v=1779596833"},{"product_id":"friday-pickleball-aura-pro-hybrid-16mm","title":"Friday Pickleball Aura Pro - Hybrid 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aura Pro Hybrid takes Friday Pickleball's stiffer, more aggressive Gen 4 foam platform and drops it into a hybrid shape, a blend of reach and manoeuvrability that's quicker to the ball and easier to swing than the elongated. A T700 raw carbon face delivers high surface roughness for spin, and the ElasTECH rubber perimeter system adds stability without making the paddle feel dead. Strong value for players who want foam-core feel with a power bias and a more forgiving, balanced swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT700 raw carbon face:\u003c\/strong\u003e high surface roughness for consistent ball bite and spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElasTECH rubber perimeter system:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds stability and swing weight; reduces paddle rotation on mishits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-foam Gen 4 core:\u003c\/strong\u003e softer than thermoformed carbon, with a firm, direct response on drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced reach and manoeuvrability; faster hands at the kitchen than the elongated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 116:\u003c\/strong\u003e quick enough to flick and reset, stable enough to drive from the baseline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriday describe the Aura Pro as loud, poppy and explosive, built to drive hard, counter fast and finish points. Underneath that pitch is a fully floating EPP foam core wrapped in their patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting system, surrounded by EVA foam and double-thermoformed for durability. The claims are Friday's, but the construction explains the character: the perimeter weighting is what lets a foam paddle hit this hard while keeping the sweet spot honest toward the edges, and the raw T700 face is where the spin lives, testing at 2,290 RPM. Our own \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/friday-aura-aura-pro-review-australia-2026\"\u003eAura and Aura Pro review\u003c\/a\u003e covers where the Pro fits against its softer sibling in more detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid is the shape we would point most Aura Pro buyers at. You give up a little reach against the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-pickleball-aura-pro-elongated-16mm\"\u003eelongated version\u003c\/a\u003e, and in return the twist weight climbs to 6.35, so off-centre blocks and counters stay in play more often in fast doubles exchanges. Same swing weight of 116, same power intent, just a wider margin for error. It is USAP certified at PBCoR .43 for tournament play. If your game leans on touch and placement instead, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-hybrid-16mm\"\u003estandard Aura Hybrid\u003c\/a\u003e is the control half of the family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Friday Aura Pro Hybrid 16mm paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriday is on our authorised reseller list, so warranty claims come to us, not an overseas support form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure hybrid is your shape? The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e sorts it in a few questions, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/friday-pickleball\"\u003eFriday range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Friday","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":44393013510195,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-HYB-BLK","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":44393013542963,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-HYB-PUR","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":44393013575731,"sku":"FRI-AURAP-HYB-GRN","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/eclipse-aura-pro-hero-color.jpg?v=1780368593"},{"product_id":"friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-hybrid-16mm","title":"Friday Aura Pickleball Paddle - Hybrid 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aura is Friday Pickleball's control-first Gen 4 foam paddle, built to make improving players better, faster. In the hybrid shape you get an easy-swinging, manoeuvrable platform with loads of feel: a softer quad-foam core for dwell and touch, wrapped in the ElasTECH rubber perimeter for stability, behind a T700 carbon-fibreglass (CFC) face that still bites the ball for spin. The all-court choice for players who value placement, resets and quick hands at the kitchen over raw power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT700 carbon-fibreglass (CFC) face:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft, controlled feel with enough texture for spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad-foam Gen 4 core:\u003c\/strong\u003e maximum dwell and touch; \"more feel than any other Gen 4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElasTECH rubber perimeter system:\u003c\/strong\u003e stability and forgiveness on off-centre hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e manoeuvrable and balanced; fast hands at the net\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 116:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy to swing and stable through the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriday make an unusual claim for the Aura: four types of foam in one core, which they say is a first in pickleball. An EPP foam centre sits inside a horseshoe EVA ring, their patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting system runs between the two, and a separate throat foam tunes the feel where your hand meets the face. Their promise for the stack is elite control, massive dwell and a sweet spot that covers the entire face. That is Friday's engineering pitch rather than our playtest, and our own \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/friday-aura-aura-pro-review-australia-2026\"\u003eAura and Aura Pro review\u003c\/a\u003e is where we weigh it properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat the shape gives you is the easy-handling option in the family. The hybrid swings quicker to the ball than the elongated Aura, which is what fast hands at the kitchen actually feels like on court, and the carbon-fibreglass face sandwich trades a little of the raw-carbon fizz for a softer, more honest response on resets and drops. The face still tests at 2,293 RPM of spin, so shaping the ball is not the compromise it once was on control paddles. It is USAP certified at PBCoR .43. If you want the same platform with more pop for putaways, step across to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-pickleball-aura-pro-hybrid-16mm\"\u003eAura Pro Hybrid\u003c\/a\u003e, or take the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-elongated-16mm\"\u003eelongated Aura\u003c\/a\u003e for extra reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Friday Aura Hybrid 16mm paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriday is on our authorised reseller list, so warranty claims come to us, not an overseas support form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill deciding between the Aura and the Aura Pro? 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A thermoformed, raw T700 carbon-fibre face wrapped around a floating EPP foam core delivers genuine put-away power and a huge, forgiving sweet spot, the kind of feel you'd normally pay well north of $300 for. It's the easiest way for club players to add pop without remortgaging the kit bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidebody, 8 inch face:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 108 to 112 swing weight and 7.0+ twist weight, the lightest and hardest-to-turn head of the three, so an off-centre block still leaves the face straight. Its 5.3 inch handle is the shortest, quick at the kitchen but tight for a two-hander.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated, 16.5 inches long:\u003c\/strong\u003e mass sits further from your hand at a 116 to 120 swing weight, so drives carry more plow-through and you cover more court without moving your feet. Twist weight is the lowest at 6.25+, so off-centre contact costs you more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid long handle, 5.9 inches of grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e the middle swing weight at 110 to 114, with the most room for a two-handed backhand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape changes the handling, not the hit:\u003c\/strong\u003e the floating EPP core, EVA perimeter ring and thermoformed raw T700 carbon face are identical across all three, so the choice is about handling, not materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EPP foam centre and EVA perimeter ring soak up shock and quieten the paddle at the kitchen, so resets and dinks land soft and predictable. Wind up from the baseline or in transition and the carbon face snaps back fast. Drives and counters leave with real heat. 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All three share the 16mm Tectonic Core for suspension-tuned feel, and the Diamond Tough surface bites the ball for more than four times the spin-texture durability of traditional raw carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face is where Six Zero have pushed hardest. The Coral Pro carries their new Double Diamond Tough surface, and their published numbers for it are specific: twice the infused diamond particles of the original Diamond Tough, a texture 2.5 times rougher, and 8 times the durability of traditional raw carbon fibre. Those are Six Zero's figures rather than our own bench test, but the spin output backs them up: this face has been measured at 2,481 RPM, which puts it among the highest-spin surfaces we stock. 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The result is a paddle that comes alive at the kitchen line: quicker hands in fast exchanges, easier counters and more head-speed on tap-volleys, while keeping the plush, connected feel the Coral is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDropping the swing weight to 108 (from 114 on the standard build) makes the Light Weight feel lively and manoeuvrable, ideal if you favour hand speed and control over raw plough-through power. The lower 6.2 twist weight trades a little off-centre forgiveness for that extra speed, so it rewards a clean contact point in the centre of the face. The thinner 4-inch handle suits smaller hands and leaves plenty of headroom to add lead tape if you want to tune the balance back up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × Six Zero Coral Light Weight 16mm paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Six Zero reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eComparing the range? \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/six-zero-paddles\"\u003eBrowse the full Six Zero lineup\u003c\/a\u003e or weigh it against the standard \u003ca href=\"\/products\/six-zero-coral-16mm\"\u003eCoral 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Six Zero","offers":[{"title":"Hybrid","offer_id":44474714980403,"sku":"SZR-CORL-16-BLK","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Widebody","offer_id":44475501936691,"sku":"SZR-CORL-16-WB","price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/2G1A0007.webp?v=1782793025"},{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro-v2-pink-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Friction Pro V2 Pink 16mm Pickleball Paddle (Ella Oh Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Friction Pro V2 in pink is Ella Oh's signature paddle: the same Gen 3, full-foam build the RPM team plays, now in a colourway of its own. Ella Oh is the world's number-one ranked under-12 player, and this is the paddle she put her name to. Pick the elongated frame for reach and baseline power, or the widebody for a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRPM's new Axial Carbon Layup pairs with an enhanced EVA foam ring to deliver the spin and controllable power the Friction Pro line is known for. The CarbonBite carbon-fibre face bites the ball for heavy spin off both wings, while the 16mm core soaks up shock without dulling response: confident hands at the kitchen, plenty of pop from the baseline. The elongated shape adds extended reach for high balls, volley attacks and singles play; the widebody trades a little reach for a wider, more stable face that forgives off-centre contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Fibre (CarbonBite)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElongated \/ Widebody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaddle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41.91cm (16.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaddle width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.05cm (7.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e223.96g (7.9oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwing weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e117\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwist weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.97cm (5.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.125\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkill level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP PBCoR .43 approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × RPM Friction Pro V2 Pink paddle (elongated or widebody)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised RPM reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RPM","offers":[{"title":"Elongated","offer_id":44475426603059,"sku":"RPM-FP2-16-EL-PNK","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Widebody","offer_id":44475426635827,"sku":"RPM-FP2-16-WB-PNK","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/16E_Final_1.png?v=1784754887"},{"product_id":"friday-aura-pro-elongated-16mm-pickleball-paddle-creamsicle-limited-edition","title":"Friday Aura Pro Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Creamsicle Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aura Pro Creamsicle is a limited summer colourway of Friday Pickleball's stiffer, more aggressive Gen 4 foam paddle: a warm, sun-melted finish and premium metallic edge guard wrapped around the same tournament-grade platform. One run only: once it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreamsicle metallic finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday list this one as the Metallic Orange Creamsicle kit, a warm summer colourway that is easy to pick out of a pile of black paddles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16mm dual EPP foam Gen 4 core:\u003c\/strong\u003e the foam sits inside a blow-moulded carbon frame that Friday double-thermoform for durability, and that construction is what they credit for the massive sweet spot they claim. Friday's description rather than our bench test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud, poppy and explosive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday's own three words for the Aura Pro, and the numbers under the pitch are a swing weight of 116 on a 16mm core, so it is built to drive rather than to be the lightest paddle in a fast exchange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16.5 by 7.5 inch elongated face:\u003c\/strong\u003e the reach helps on the stretch volley and the roll from the sideline, and it asks for cleaner contact than a widebody.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e227g nominal, plus or minus 5g:\u003c\/strong\u003e a real tolerance band, worth knowing if you add lead tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the standard Aura plays soft and forgiving, the Aura Pro plays fast and direct. Pickleball Effect call that response linear and polymer-like. The dual EPP foam core keeps Gen 4 plushness on resets and blocks, while the firmer, double-thermoformed build sends drives and serves deep with real pace. The T700 raw carbon face bites the ball for heavy spin on rolls and third-shot drops, and the patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting steadies the head on off-centre hits. At swing weight 116, it suits players who attack from the baseline and out of the air without giving up hands at the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × Friday Aura Pro paddle (Creamsicle Limited Edition)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Australian shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Friday reseller in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by Friday's 6-month manufacturer warranty against defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the same build in a quieter finish, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-pickleball-aura-pro-elongated-16mm\"\u003estandard Aura Pro Elongated\u003c\/a\u003e is the everyday version, and the softer \u003ca href=\"\/products\/friday-aura-pickleball-paddle-hybrid-16mm\"\u003estandard Aura\u003c\/a\u003e is the control side of the family. 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A U-shaped carbon fibre matrix inside the core progressively layers kinetic energy, so smashes come off the face like cannonballs, while the T700 raw carbon friction surface bites the ball hard for spin. An 8mm PP honeycomb core with an enlarged foam layer keeps energy transfer fast, and a 3K carbon protection block guards the edges. Serious pop at a price that undercuts most Gen 3 power paddles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT700 raw carbon friction surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e directional spin texture for greater ball bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU-shaped carbon fibre matrix core:\u003c\/strong\u003e progressive kinetic energy layering for explosive, lossless power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8mm PP honeycomb + enlarged foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e strength, elasticity and fast energy transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3K carbon fibre protection block:\u003c\/strong\u003e protects the EVA edge from structural stress dents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip grip with cooling channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry, secure hold with shock-absorbing gel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eElongated at 16.54 inches on a 5.52 inch handle, so the shape is built around reach and leverage rather than a wide, forgiving face. That is the trade: more length to cover the stretch volley, a narrower body to find. Luzz put the pop down to a U-shaped carbon matrix that layers kinetic energy progressively, their design claim rather than a bench test of ours. The T700 raw carbon friction face is the part you notice at the kitchen line: a rough surface holds the ball a fraction longer, so a topspin dink drops rather than floats and a slice sits down. The long handle leaves room for a two-handed backhand, and the paddle suits a player already generating their own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eApproval status\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuzz lists the Cannon as approved by UPA-A (re-approved 27 August 2025 following resubmission) and reports that it passed USA Pickleball certification on 25 June 2026. UPA-A governs professional play (PPA Tour and MLP); USA Pickleball is a separate body governing amateur and club play. Approval lists change, and Luzz model naming varies between listings (Cannon, Pro Cannon, Cannon2 M1), so check the current UPA-A and USA Pickleball approved paddle lists for your exact model before sanctioned play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Luzz Cannon pickleball paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree paddle cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Pickld paddle cover with every paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure the elongated shape is right for your game? Run through our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder\"\u003epaddle finder\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare it against the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luzz-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eLuzz range\u003c\/a\u003e we stock in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luzz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44495413116979,"sku":"LUZ-CANNON-BLK","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/1_c410ad7e-ab3b-40b0-b98d-89cd1c2461cc.jpg?v=1783406287"},{"product_id":"luzz-pro-4-inferno-pickleball-paddle","title":"Luzz Pro 4 Inferno Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pro 4 Inferno is Luzz's flagship Gen 4 power paddle, built around a revolutionary MPP (Microporous Polymer) foam core. Thousands of microporous cells boost ball speed while soaking up 90%+ of impact vibration, and the advanced foaming process produces a core (65-70 kg\/m³, 1.2 MPa) that won't crush, collapse or go dead like early foam paddles. Full-area core filling expands the sweet spot right across the face, so even off-centre strikes stay fast and accurate. Available in the classic Inferno and the stealth Darkness Inferno colourways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPP microporous foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gen 4 speed and control from thousands of energy-returning micro-cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrush-resistant construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e advanced foaming tech resists core collapse for lasting performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded sweet spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e full-area core filling keeps off-centre shots consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90%+ shock absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e less arm vibration, fatigue and joint stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e through Luzz, handled by us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eElongated at 16.54 inches with a 5.52 inch handle, swinging at 119, so the head stays quick for a paddle this long. The length buys reach on the stretch volley, and 119 is low enough that the face is not still catching up to your hand on a speed-up. Luzz describe the MPP core as soaking up more than 90 percent of impact vibration. That is their figure rather than a bench test of ours, but a foam core at that density is why a hard block reads muted instead of tinny through the handle. Full-area core filling is what matters on the balls you do not middle: an off-centre drive keeps more of its pace than it would on a hollow honeycomb perimeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eApproval status\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuzz lists the Pro 4 Inferno as approved by both UPA-A (re-approved 19 September 2025 following resubmission) and USA Pickleball. UPA-A governs professional play (PPA Tour and MLP); USA Pickleball is a separate body governing amateur and club play. Approval lists change, and Luzz model naming varies between listings (Pro 4 Inferno, Inferno2 M1), so check the current UPA-A and USA Pickleball approved paddle lists for your exact model before sanctioned play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Luzz Pro 4 Inferno pickleball paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree paddle cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Pickld paddle cover with every paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeighing the Inferno against the rest of the Luzz Gen 4 line? 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The outer power ring adds explosive pop while the inner zone tightens control, and uniform core density stretches the sweet spot across the whole face without caving in or going dead over time. Up top, a 3D grooved carbon fibre weave grips the ball for heavy spin and extra dwell time. Available in Purple and Shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePEBAZ™ dual-layer core:\u003c\/strong\u003e running-shoe-grade super-foam for lightweight bounce and insane energy return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-zone power ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e explosive outer zone, controlled inner zone for offence-defence transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3D grooved carbon fibre weave:\u003c\/strong\u003e improved spin control and dwell time to shape your shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-zone sweet spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e uniform core density keeps off-centre shots accurate and powerful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrush-resistant structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e won't cave in or go dead, even with heavy play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e through Luzz, handled by us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eElongated at 16.54 inches and swinging at 122, which puts it at the more planted end of the range. That mass steadies the head through contact, so a heavy ball is less likely to push a drive off line, though a hands battle then asks more of your reactions. Luzz describe the PEBAZ core as an explosive outer power ring around a tighter inner control zone, their design claim rather than a bench test of ours. A two-density core is a recognised way to keep the outer face livelier, so a ball caught out near the frame still leaves with pace. The 3D grooved weave holds the ball longer, which lets you shape a topspin drop instead of pushing it over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eApproval status\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuzz lists the Pro 4 Tornazo as approved by UPA-A, re-approved in autumn 2025 following resubmission. UPA-A governs professional play (PPA Tour and MLP). We have not been able to confirm this model's status with USA Pickleball, which is a separate body governing amateur and club play. Approval lists change, so check the current UPA-A and USA Pickleball approved paddle lists for your exact model before sanctioned play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Luzz Pro 4 Tornazo pickleball paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree paddle cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Pickld paddle cover with every paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeciding between the Tornazo and the Inferno? 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It keeps the easy-swinging hybrid shape and soft PP honeycomb core, and adds an aerospace-grade 984-Aero™ grit face for ultra-uniform surface friction: more consistent ball contact, better wear resistance and a longer lifespan. Structural penetration technology bonds the coating into the carbon weave, expanding the sweet spot and extending dwell time for shaped, controlled placement. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e is the stock Glider 2026 in black. \u003cstrong\u003eSugar\u003c\/strong\u003e runs a champagne-gold edge around the black face, with a sugar glider mid-leap under the logo. \u003cstrong\u003eSwallow\u003c\/strong\u003e stays black on black and adds white swallows in flight, with the Luzz script picked out in red. The \u003cstrong\u003eChris Haworth\u003c\/strong\u003e edition is built for Luzz pro Chris Haworth and inspired by \"Oklahoma Lightning\": a purple bolt running through the black carbon, drawn from the storms back home in Oklahoma, with his signature on the face. All four share the 16mm hybrid build, the 984-Aero™ grit and the 111 swing weight. The difference is cosmetic, so choose on looks rather than feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eApproval status\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuzz lists the Glider as approved by UPA-A, re-approved in May 2026 following resubmission. UPA-A governs professional play (PPA Tour and MLP). We have not been able to confirm this model's status with USA Pickleball, which is a separate body governing amateur and club play. 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The longer 16.5\" body and 5.7\" handle push the balance point toward the tip, so every drive and put-away carries extra weight through the ball, while the two-handed backhand gets room to breathe. It shares the same $180 MPP foam platform as the Hybrid, tuned here for players who want to hit through their opponents rather than sit back and steer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLongest of the three at 16.5 inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e the extra half inch over the widebody is reach you feel on a stretch volley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing weight 116 to 120:\u003c\/strong\u003e the heaviest in the line, which is what carries the head through the ball on a drive instead of the ball pushing the head around\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist weight 6.4:\u003c\/strong\u003e the lowest of the three shapes, so it asks for cleaner contact than the widebody's 7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14.48cm (5.7 inch) handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e the longest handle in the line, so a two-handed backhand gets a full grip rather than a fingertip hold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it plays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElongated is the power-and-reach build of the MPP Turbo line. The extra length shifts weight toward the tip for more plow-through on drives and a longer lever on the two-handed backhand, and the taller face helps at full stretch. The trade-off versus the Hybrid is a slightly smaller, higher sweet spot and a touch more swing effort, so it rewards players with a developed swing who want to dictate points. Off the foam core it still stays quick through the air and forgiving on off-centre contact, so it plays as a power-leaning all-court paddle rather than a one-note banger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × Enhance MPP Turbo pickleball paddle (Elongated)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy buy from Pickld\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickld is an authorised Enhance Pickleball dealer in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Australian shipping over $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day no-quibble return on factory-fresh paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup available on the North Shore of Sydney (Mt Colah)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by Enhance's 1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated is the shape to pick if you want to hit through people. 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The NanoGraph grit surface bites the ball for heavy topspin dinks and roll volleys, while the elongated head hands you the extra reach and leverage that put-away hunters live for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulseFoam power core\u003c\/strong\u003e: microcellular foam rebounds fast for pop without the harsh, hollow feel of an air-pocket core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNanoGraph grit face\u003c\/strong\u003e: a raw carbon surface that grabs the ball for genuine spin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated reach\u003c\/strong\u003e: extra length and leverage for drives, put-aways and a longer sweet spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAP approved\u003c\/strong\u003e: tournament-legal straight out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aireo","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44548399726643,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-BLU","price":280.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry Blossom","offer_id":44548399759411,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-CHB","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dragon","offer_id":44548399792179,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-DRG","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Frozen","offer_id":44548399824947,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-FRZ","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hot Pink","offer_id":44548399857715,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-HPK","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":44612807295027,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-BLK","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kintsugi","offer_id":44614081544243,"sku":"AIREO-CYC-KIN","price":312.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4899\/3587\/files\/BlueCyclone2.webp?v=1784357943"},{"product_id":"aireo-cyclone-x-hybrid-pickleball-paddle","title":"Aireo Cyclone X Hybrid Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cyclone X Hybrid takes Aireo's PulseFoam platform and pours it into a hybrid shape, the middle ground between the reach of an elongated head and the forgiveness of a widebody. 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