Pickleball Apes Joy S Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a hybrid shape.
Price: $109.99. Swing weight: 110. Twist weight: 6.08. Weight: 7.8 oz. Core: 16mm. Shape: Hybrid. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Great value at $109.99 — cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Players with Arm Issues: Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $109.99, it's cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
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Pickleball Apes
Joy S
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a hybrid shape.
Hybrid16mm coreCompositeGen 4
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
110
17th percentile
Twist Weight
6.08
29th percentile
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Balance
237mm
Grip Length
5.3"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $109.99 — cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm Issues
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $109.99, it's cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
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