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JOOLA Hyperion CFS is the proven competition paddle; CRBN 1X Power is the value-conscious carbon alternative.
Two strong contenders at £75-130. The JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm is the world number one's signature paddle: 215-230g, elongated shape, Reactive Honeycomb polymer core, Carbon Friction Surface, 4 1/4" grip and 16mm thickness. The CFS face genuinely grips the ball for spin, and the elongated shape gives reach plus leverage. JOOLA flag the 16mm as feeling stiff to some players, and the price sits mid-range.
The CRBN 1X Power Series at £130 is brand-agnostic carbon fibre that's earned a strong following for premium feel without the signature mark-up.
For most UK pickleball players moving up from a starter, the Hyperion is the safer bet — it's been tested at every level. CRBN is the connoisseur's pick.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Weight | — | 215-230g |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core | Polymer honeycomb | Reactive Honeycomb polymer |
| Surface | T700 Raw Carbon | Carbon Friction Surface |
| Grip Size | — | 4 1/4" |
| Core Thickness | — | 16mm |
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The main differences are: Core: CRBN 1X has Polymer honeycomb vs Reactive Honeycomb polymer. Surface: CRBN 1X has T700 Raw Carbon vs Carbon Friction Surface. Overall, the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle is best for advanced players while the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle suits intermediate players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players and the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle suits intermediate players. Beginners may find both challenging.
The CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle (£130) costs more than the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle (£75-100). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle can pay off.