{"product_id":"honolulu-sword-shield-j6cr-m105-mpp-crystal-blue-endurance-surface","title":"Honolulu Pickleball Sword \u0026 Shield J6CR M105 MPP Crystal Blue Endurance Surface™","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,Segoe UI,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.6;font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:26px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eHonolulu J6CR M105 — MPP Core\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display:inline-block;background:#111;color:#C5EA6C;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;padding:5px 12px;border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eUPA-A Approved · NOT USAP Approved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe J6CR Crystal Blue is already the hardest-hitting paddle Honolulu makes. The M105 keeps the parts players buy it for — the J6 elongated shape, the 6-inch handle, the Crystal Blue Endurance Surface™ — and puts a brand-new multi-density \u003cstrong\u003eMPP foam core\u003c\/strong\u003e inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonolulu built the MPP core to feel softer at the bottom end and give you more at the top end. Translation: dinks and resets come off the face calmer, and when you actually load up on a drive there's more in the tank. Honolulu calls it a controllable all-court power paddle — easy low-end power that builds the harder you swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f6f6;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:14px;padding:16px;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eNot sure where the M105 fits in Honolulu's lineup? \u003ca style=\"color:#2b6b00;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\" href=\"\/a\/blog\/honolulu-pickleball-paddles\"\u003eRead our complete Honolulu Pickleball Paddles Guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttackers who want the J6CR's reach and pop with a softer, more forgiving feel at the kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaseline drivers and singles players who want leverage on serves, returns and put-aways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-handed backhand players — the 6\" handle has room for both hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone tired of grit that's gone in two months — the Crystal Blue face is built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPA-A and rec players. If your events run under USAP rules, read the FAQ first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonolulu rates the M105 for advanced beginners through pros. Our take: it rewards a real swing, so 3.0+ players who drive and attack will get the most out of it. If you mostly block and dink and you're still building your mechanics, the hybrid-shaped \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-pickleball-company-sword-shield-j2nf\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHonolulu J2NF\u003c\/a\u003e is more forgiving and quicker in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eWhy Players Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonolulu's power platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e the J6CR sits at the top of Honolulu's lineup for power. The M105 is that same frame with a new core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPP multi-density foam core:\u003c\/strong\u003e softer bottom-end feel with more potential top-end power, per Honolulu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Blue Endurance Surface™ — Blue Grit™:\u003c\/strong\u003e blue crystal media mechanically locked into the face for controlled texture that holds up over time. Patent-pending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized elongated shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e chopped aero top and more mass toward the head for a higher swing weight, on the same 16.48\" × 7.52\" footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover included:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium waterproof cover with hanging clip ($25 value).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cvideo controls playsinline muted loop preload=\"metadata\" poster=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5039\/6458\/files\/preview_images\/635835f38c0145a38ea76ed13fe5c0a3.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1794073232\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:340px;border-radius:12px;background:#000;\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/vp\/635835f38c0145a38ea76ed13fe5c0a3\/635835f38c0145a38ea76ed13fe5c0a3.HD-720p-4.5Mbps-100396942.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#777;margin:6px 0 0;\"\u003eHonolulu's official J6CR M105 video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;width:45%;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOptimized Elongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e16.48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e7.52\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eGrip Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e6\" (includes the taper above the grip wrap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e4.125\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMulti-Density Foam — MPP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eSurface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eCarbon Fiber — Crystal Blue Endurance Surface™ (Blue Grit™)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eThermocompression formed, perimeter balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e8.0 – 8.2 oz (middleweight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e111 – 116\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e6.2 – 6.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eColors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eBlue, White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPA-A approved only — not USAP approved\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e1 year (Honolulu)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;\"\u003ePremium waterproof cover with hanging clip ($25 value)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#777;margin-top:8px;\"\u003eWeight, swing weight and twist weight are Honolulu's published ranges and vary slightly unit to unit. Independent lab numbers for the M105 aren't out yet, so we're not borrowing the original J6CR's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003ePerformance Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-sword-shield-j6cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eJ6CR Crystal Blue\u003c\/a\u003e we already carry, Honolulu publishes the same dimensions, the same weight, swing weight and twist weight ranges, and the same face. The core is the whole story. Honolulu says the MPP build gives a softer, more forgiving bottom end with more potential top end. If the original J6CR felt a little stiff and jumpy to you in hand battles, this is the version aimed at fixing that. If you love the J6CR exactly how it is, it's still on the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne more thing from Honolulu: the M105 needs to be broken in through play for best performance. Give it a few sessions before you judge the feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eQuick Buying Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f4f9e8;border-radius:12px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGet it if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you want J6 reach and Honolulu-level power with a softer, more forgiving feel, plus grit that lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkip it if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you play USAP-sanctioned events (it's UPA-A only), or you want a quick hybrid shape for kitchen hand battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honolulu's most powerful frame with a softer touch at the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#12280a;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:9px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003ePaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:9px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:9px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:9px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:9px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonolulu J6CR M105 (this paddle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eMPP multi-density foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eUPA-A only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e$195\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-sword-shield-j6cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHonolulu J6CR Crystal Blue\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eOriginal multi-density foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eUPA-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e$195\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f9e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-jade-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eRPM Jade 16mm Elongated\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eMPP floating foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eUSAP approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e$269.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-pickleball-company-sword-shield-j2nf\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHonolulu J2NF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eMulti-density foam (EPP + EVA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003eUSAP approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 10px;\"\u003e$195\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eWant the same idea under USAP rules? The \u003cstrong\u003eRPM Jade 16mm Elongated\u003c\/strong\u003e is the closest match — MPP core, elongated shape, USAP approved. Want to stay with Honolulu and stay USAP-legal? Go \u003cstrong\u003eJ2NF\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eThe Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #C5EA6C;border-radius:12px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMPP Multi-Density Foam Core\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M105's new core, built for a softer feel on touch shots and more pop when you swing harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Reactor™ with Dynamic PowerFlex™\u003c\/strong\u003e — Honolulu's power construction, tuned for pop and energy return on drives and put-aways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Joint™ Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Honolulu's stability tech, there to keep all that power predictable instead of wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Blue Endurance Surface™ — Blue Grit™\u003c\/strong\u003e — crystal-infused particulate encapsulated and mechanically interlocked into the carbon face for spin texture that lasts. Patent-pending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it USAP approved?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The M105 is UPA-A approved only. That covers PPA\/MLP-style UPA-A events and rec play, but not USAP-sanctioned tournaments. Need USAP-legal? Look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-jade-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eRPM Jade 16mm Elongated\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/honolulu-pickleball-company-sword-shield-j2nf\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHonolulu J2NF\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from the J6CR Crystal Blue?\u003c\/strong\u003e Same shape, same face, same published weights. The M105 swaps in the MPP multi-density core for a softer bottom end and more top-end power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need a break-in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Honolulu says yes. Play it a few sessions before you lock in your opinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy face looks a little uneven. Is that a defect?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Every Crystal Blue face has its own texture and shading. That's how the grit gets bonded in, and Honolulu does not treat cosmetic variation as a defect or a warranty issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e The paddle plus Honolulu's premium waterproof cover with hanging clip ($25 value). Backed by Honolulu's 1-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:800;margin:26px 0 8px;border-left:5px solid #C5EA6C;padding-left:12px;\"\u003eNeed Help Choosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorn between the M105, the original J6CR, or something USAP-legal? Call \u003cstrong\u003e516-232-6000\u003c\/strong\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@spinwavepickleball.com\" style=\"color:#2b6b00;font-weight:700;\"\u003einfo@spinwavepickleball.com\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri, 10am–4pm ET), or come put one in your hand at Great Neck or Boca. We'll tell you straight if it's not your paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Honolulu Pickleball Company","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":53492239106346,"sku":"HON-J6CR-M105-BLU","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":53492239139114,"sku":"HON-J6CR-M105-WHT","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5039\/6458\/files\/honolulu-j6cr-m105-blue.png?v=1794127807","url":"https:\/\/spinwavepickleball.com\/products\/honolulu-sword-shield-j6cr-m105-mpp-crystal-blue-endurance-surface","provider":"Spinwave Pickleball Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}