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The JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm pickleball paddle, a black thermoformed carbon paddle with a white grip, front view.
JOOLA

JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm

Competitive players who want tour-level power that stays maneuverable and keeps a soft, crisp feel for touch shots.

Weight
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
Shape
elongated
Grip
4.25 in

Face · Textured carbon fiber (thermoformed)

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Strengths and trade-offs

  • +Big power retained from the prior 3S, but easier to accelerate on flicks and hand battles
  • +Lightest swingweight among the thermoformed paddles, so it is fast and responsive
  • +More plush and forgiving than the 3S on solid and off-center contact
  • –Some owners report a crunching sound and a dead spot after a few months of heavy play
  • –Still less forgiving than some other 16mm thermoformed paddles, and priced at the premium end

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