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JOOLA Simone Jardim Hyperion Pro IV 16mm Pickleball Paddle
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JOOLA Simone Jardim Hyperion Pro IV — 16mm
This is the Hyperion Pro IV you already know: the curved, aero head, the 16mm Propulsion Core, the textured carbon face, and the long handle. Simone's version changes one thing that matters a lot in your hand. It has a slimmer 4.125" grip. If the Ben Johns version always felt a little chunky, this is the one.
Tournament legal: USA Pickleball approved (PBCoR .43) • UPA-A Pro Certified
Best For
- Players who want Hyperion power and reach with a thinner handle
- Two-handed backhands. The 5.5" handle gives both hands room.
- Smaller hands, or anyone who builds the handle up with overgrips
- All-court players who drive from the baseline and still need to reset at the kitchen
Skill Level
Intermediate to advanced (3.5+). It swings on the heavier side (see the lab numbers below), so it pays off for clean mechanics. If you're newer and want something lighter and cheaper to learn on, try the Simone Jardim Hyperion C2 14mm.
Why Players Like It
- Pace on serves and drives. In independent lab testing, its serve speed beat about 89% of the paddles measured.
- Plow-through. About 8.1 oz with a high swing weight, so it stays solid when hands battles speed up.
- Reach. The 16.5" elongated head covers more court on wide balls and overheads.
- Slim grip. 4.125" is easier to whip through and faster for switching grips at the kitchen.
- NFC chip in the handle. Tap it with your phone to confirm it's an authentic JOOLA.
Specs
*Grip size may vary slightly. Specs from JOOLA.
Performance Notes
Straight talk: power is why you buy this. It puts real pace on serves and drives and doesn't get pushed around at the line. It's not built for maximum spin. If heavy topspin is your whole game, look elsewhere.
Third-party lab data from Matt's Pickleball, measured on the JOOLA Hyperion Pro IV 16mm (signature edition not specified). JOOLA lists the same shape, core, weight, and handle length for the Simone Jardim and Ben Johns versions. Only the grip size is different.
Quick Buying Summary
Buy it if you…
- want Hyperion power with a slimmer handle
- hit two-handed backhands
- play sanctioned events (USAP + UPA-A legal)
Skip it if you…
- want maximum spin
- want a light, whippy swing
- like a thicker handle (look at the Hyperion Pro V 16mm)
How It Compares
The Tech
Propulsion Core — A 16mm polymer honeycomb that gives you pop without a full swing and stays forgiving when you miss the center.
TechFlex Power (TFP) — JOOLA balances the weight across the whole paddle so it feels steady and wears you out less over long sessions.
Textured Carbon Face — Grit on the face gives you bite on rolls and slices.
NFC Handle — A chip in the handle lets you tap with your phone to confirm the paddle is authentic.
FAQs
Is it legal for tournaments?
Yes. It's USA Pickleball approved (PBCoR .43) and UPA-A Pro Certified.
What's the difference between this and the Ben Johns Hyperion Pro IV 16mm?
The grip. Simone's version is 4.125" around and Ben's is 4.25". JOOLA lists the same shape, core, weight, and handle length for both.
Is it good for two-handed backhands?
Yes. The 5.5" handle gives you room for both hands without choking up.
How much spin does it get?
Less than most carbon paddles in independent testing (2,187 RPM, around the 21st percentile). The textured face still shapes the ball fine. It just isn't a spin-first paddle.
Do you carry it in 14mm?
We carry Simone's Pro IV in 16mm. If you want the Hyperion Pro IV in 14mm with the same 4.125" grip, get the Ben Johns Hyperion Pro IV 14mm.
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure the slim grip is right for you, or whether 16mm beats 14mm for your game? Email info@spinwavepickleball.com, call 1-888-629-1915 (Mon–Fri, 10am–4pm ET), or come swing one at a Spinwave store.
