Hyperion CAS 16
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
At joola.com, checked 2026-11-15
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 6%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $119.95 — cheaper than 88% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1648 RPM (bottom 8%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 6%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Twist weight of 6.46 (60th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Swing weight of 124 (top 6%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Swing weight of 124 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
At $119.95, it's cheaper than 88% of paddles (avg $189)
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source). Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the brand store's (joola.com), checked 2026-11-15. How we score paddles.