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Body Helix FLIK F1 vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. J7K Pro 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Body Helix FLIK F1
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J7K Pro 16mm
Price
$190
$160
Swing Weight
115
119
Twist Weight
6
6.26
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.4 MPH
57.3 MPH
Pop
38 MPH
35.7 MPH
Spin
2306 RPM
2285 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
238mm
240mm

Body Helix FLIK F1

This paddle delivers 80th percentile power (57.4 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, top 5% spin (2306 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (80th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 38 MPH — top 5% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2306 RPM — top 5% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% off
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Honolulu Pickleball Co. J7K Pro 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 57.3 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, top 6% spin (2285 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.3 MPH (78th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2285 RPM — top 6% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
  • +Competitive price at $160 (below the $197 average)

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBSTUDIOK — $20 off
Full details

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