{"product_id":"joola-perseus-pro-iv-pickleball-paddle-ben-johns-16mm","title":"Joola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle - Ben Johns (16mm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eGod of Sports Expert Verdict on the Joola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle (16mm):\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle (16mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most competition-ready and technologically advanced paddle in the JOOLA Pro IV lineup — the generation that introduced TechFlex Power (TFP) and established full dual USAP + UPA-A certification across the JOOLA pro range. The Perseus Pro IV 16mm is built on the classic Perseus shape that Ben Johns helped develop — the parallel-sided flat-topped elongated form that pushes the sweet spot high on the face for maximum power on groundstrokes and overheads. TFP adds a layer of foam outside the frame under the edge guard that allows the frame itself to flex, producing enhanced forgiveness on mishits, improved dwell time, and better power than previous Perseus generations.\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it is for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced to professional players who want the full dual-certified JOOLA flagship experience. Players who want Ben Johns' Perseus shape with TFP's forgiveness and frame flexibility. Competitive players who specifically need USAP certification for sanctioned tournament play. Players who want the most forgiveness-enhanced version of the Perseus platform available from JOOLA below the Pro V tier.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does best:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivering powerful, forgiveness-enhanced all-court play with the full dual certification that 3S paddles lack. TFP's frame flex adds meaningful forgiveness on mishits — shots that would produce a dead or deflected result on a standard paddle return usable results thanks to the flex. The Hyper-Foam Edge Wall expands the sweet spot further, and the 16mm Propulsion Core gives strong dwell time for reset and drop quality. Among the most complete JOOLA paddles available at GOS.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe honest note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Perseus Pro IV has the highest swing weight in the Pro IV lineup (118 for the 16mm) — meaning it is the least maneuverable of the four Pro IV shapes at the kitchen line. Players who play fast hand-battle doubles will find the Perseus harder to redirect quickly compared to the Scorpeus or Hyperion shapes. The Perseus rewards reach, power, and precision on groundstrokes — players who need maximum kitchen speed should consider the Scorpeus or Hyperion Pro IV shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Ratings of Joola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle (16mm):\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eRating (out of 10)\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eSummary\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmash \/ Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5 \/ 10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Perseus shape positions the sweet spot high — the mass distribution pushes weight towards the top of the paddle face, maximising power on groundstrokes and overhead smashes where ball contact occurs at the top 20% of the face. The 16mm Propulsion Core adds dwell time for deep drives, and TFP's frame flex amplifies the energy return through the frame structure. The Perseus Pro IV 16mm produces among the most powerful drives and serves in the JOOLA Pro IV series.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefence \/ Reset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTFP's frame flex is most visible on defensive mishits — the frame bends rather than deflecting, returning more usable results from off-centre contacts. The 16mm dwell time absorbs incoming pace for reset quality. The Hyper-Foam Edge Wall cushions vibration on edge contacts. Strong defensive profile; the forgiveness enhancement from TFP is most impactful defensively.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDinking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThe 16mm core provides comfortable dwell time for kitchen exchanges. TFP's frame flex adds a soft, connected feel on slow dinks that elongated paddles without frame flex don't produce. The textured carbon fiber surface provides reliable spin-assisted dink placement. The higher swing weight requires deliberate kitchen positioning — less forgiving on rapid hand-battle dink sequences than the Scorpeus or Hyperion shapes.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 \/ 10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Pro IV's most notable improvement from the 3S is control enhancement through TFP. The foam outside the frame narrows the honeycomb channel, making the core stiffer in a way that also allows the outer frame to flex — the result is more consistent contact response across the face. Players describe the Pro IV as more predictable and precise than the 3S on placement shots.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e9 \/ 10\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThe textured carbon fiber surface delivers impressive long-lasting spin — the long-lasting texture combined with TFP's added dwell time allows more ball-face contact time for higher spin RPMs. Topspin serves and cross-court topspin drives benefit particularly from the Perseus shape's leverage and the surface's grip. Among the best-spinning paddles in the JOOLA Pro IV Perseus series.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnologies used in Joola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle (16mm):\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTFP — TechFlex Power: The Defining Pro IV Innovation:\u003c\/strong\u003e TechFlex Power is JOOLA's patent-pending technology that adds a section of high-density foam outside the paddle frame but under the edge guard — specifically in the bottom corners and throat area of the paddle. This positioning is significant: it narrows the channel of honeycomb leading from the handle to the face, which causes the outer frame to flex more on contact rather than remaining rigid. The flex produces three compounding benefits. First, the frame bending absorbs the energy of off-centre hits rather than deflecting them dead — mishits that would produce poor results on a non-flexing paddle return improved, more usable shots. Second, the foam adds weight precisely where most players previously chose to add lead tape — in the lower corners — optimising the balance point without DIY modification. Third, the flex allows more dwell time through the contact zone, adding a soft, connected feel that enhances touch on drops and dinks. TFP is what separates the Pro IV from the 3S generation in feel and performance, and the USAP certification that the 3S generation lacked was only possible after this construction change.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoneycomb Propulsion Core + Hyper-Foam Edge Wall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Propulsion Core suspends a honeycomb insert within the paddle structure for JOOLA's signature controlled trampoline power effect. The Hyper-Foam Edge Wall is foam injected specifically into the perimeter of the paddle, expanding the sweet spot to the edges and cushioning vibration on edge contacts. Combined with TFP's outer frame foam, the Pro IV has foam at multiple structural levels — both inside the frame (Hyper-Foam Edge Wall) and outside it (TFP). This dual-foam architecture is the most comprehensive sweet spot and forgiveness system in the JOOLA Pro IV lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured Carbon Fiber Surface — Long-Lasting Spin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro IV uses Textured Carbon Fiber — a surface specifically chosen for its durability of spin texture over time. Unlike surfaces where grit degrades rapidly, the Pro IV's textured carbon maintains consistent grip for spin generation across the paddle's lifetime. The texture also works with TFP's enhanced dwell time — longer ball-face contact means more time for the texture to grip the ball on each contact, producing higher spin RPMs from the same swing technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerseus Shape — High Sweet Spot for Maximum Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Perseus parallel-sided flat-topped elongated shape deliberately positions mass towards the top of the paddle face. This high sweet spot location is where players contact the ball on groundstrokes and overhead smashes — the mass distribution maximises power where it is most useful offensively. The elongated 16.5-inch length adds reach on wide balls and overhead slams, and the 5.5-inch handle accommodates two-handed backhands with room to spare.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eJoola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle vs Perseus 3S — The Generation Upgrade Explained:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003ePerseus Pro IV 16mm — This Paddle\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003ePerseus 3S 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eUSAP + UPA-A ✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eUPA-A only\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — foam outside frame at throat\/corners\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Foam\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHyper-Foam Edge Wall\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam perimeter (Propulsion Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCharged Carbon Surface (CCS)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eForgiveness\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher — TFP frame flex on mishits\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard — foam perimeter only\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eFeel\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMore connected, frame-flex dwell\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eControlled trampoline pop\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eJoola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle vs Other Joola Pickleball Paddles at God of Sports:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eGen\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eKey Character\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eUSAP\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr class=\"hl-row\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerseus Pro IV 16mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePerseus\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro IV\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm + TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-court power + forgiveness\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-perseus-pro-iv-pickleball-paddle-asian-colorway-14mm\/\"\u003ePerseus Pro IV 14mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePerseus\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro IV\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e14mm + TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMax aggression, faster pop\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-agassi-pro-16mm-pickleball-paddle\/\"\u003eAgassi Pro 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAgassi (tapered)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro IV\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm + TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eTennis-style high sweet spot\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-scorpeus-pro-iv-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eScorpeus Pro IV 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eScorpeus (wide)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro IV\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm + TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eWidebody doubles forgiveness\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-perseus-3s-dual-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003ePerseus 3S Dual 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePerseus\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3S Dual\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm, no TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eStiffer, more predictable\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-ben-johns-hyperion-3s-pickleball-paddle-16-mm\/\"\u003eHyperion 3S 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHyperion (rounded)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3S\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm, no TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAerodynamic, finesse\/control\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e❌ UPA-A only\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-kosmos-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-16mm\"\u003eKosmos Pro V 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eKosmos (hybrid)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro V\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm + KineticFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid shape, all-court balance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eJoola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle vs Other Paddles at God of Sports:\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003evs Perseus Pro IV 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerseus Pro IV 16mm — This Paddle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eJOOLA\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm Propulsion + Hyper-Foam + TFP\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-hyperion-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eJOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eJOOLA\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm Propulsion + KineticFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro V generation — newer than Pro IV. KineticFrame parallel-flex vs TFP outer foam. Aero-Curve shape vs Perseus. Both USAP + UPA-A. Pro V is Ben's current primary paddle.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-agassi-pro-v-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eJOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eJOOLA\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm Propulsion + KineticFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePro V KineticFrame + USAP. Standard elongated vs Perseus. More control-precise exit trajectory from KineticFrame. Tennis crossover shape design.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/six-zero-double-black-diamond-pickleball-paddle-16mm\/\"\u003eSix Zero DBD 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSix Zero\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm PP Honeycomb + Foam Edgewall\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eDBD thermoformed control-first. Carbon Fusion Edge vs TFP flex. Toray 700K raw carbon vs textured carbon. Different construction philosophy; both proven all-court 16mm control platforms.\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/six-zero-coral-pickleball-paddle-16mm-coral-pink-hybrid\/\"\u003eSix Zero Coral 16mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSix Zero\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam + Tectonic Suspension\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eFull foam core vs polymer honeycomb + TFP. Coral more plush; Perseus Pro IV more aggressive power from high sweet spot. Diamond Tough vs textured carbon. Both USAP-capable (Coral USAP approved).\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eJoola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle 16mm vs Perseus Pro IV 14mm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\u003cthead\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003e16mm (this paddle)\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003cth\u003e14mm\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eCore thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm — more dwell time\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e14mm — faster response\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eAvg weight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9–8.1 oz (lighter)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eGrip size\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e4¼\" (Medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e4⅛\" (Small)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eKitchen performance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMore forgiving resets + dinks\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMore aggressive speed-ups\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-court game, Ben Johns' choice\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003ePower specialists, singles\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd class=\"sk\"\u003eVerdict\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for most players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced power players only\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"pcard yes\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy the Joola Perseus Pro IV Pickleball Paddle (16mm)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm is Right for you if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eYou want the most competition-ready JOOLA Pro IV paddle with full USAP + UPA-A certification\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eYou want TFP's frame flex for improved forgiveness on mishits — a genuine advancement over the 3S\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eYou are an advanced to competitive player who wants maximum baseline power from the Perseus shape\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eYou use a two-handed backhand and need the 5.5-inch handle\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eYou compete in USAP-sanctioned events and need the dual certification the 3S paddles lack\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso on God of Sports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/joola-pickleball-paddles\/\"\u003eAll JOOLA Pickleball Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/pickleball-paddles\/\"\u003eAll Pickleball Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca class=\"il\" href=\"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/pickleball\/\"\u003ePickleball\u003c\/a\u003e at God of Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43608500306010,"sku":"GOS-105416","price":20443.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/3535\/3946\/files\/JOOLA-Ben-Johns-Perseus-Pro-IV-16mm-Pickleball-Paddle-2.jpg?v=1783376169","url":"https:\/\/thegodofsports.com\/products\/joola-perseus-pro-iv-pickleball-paddle-ben-johns-16mm","provider":"God of Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}