Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm vs JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14
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Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Reach vs. maneuverability
The Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm is easier to
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm | JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8 oz | 7.7–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Dual Density Foam Core | Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Aramid fiber blended with carbon, textured peel-ply | Carbon Friction Spinning V (CFS-V) |
| Handle length | 5.3" | 5.5" |
| Price | $229.99 | $299.95 |
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Core thickness
Core material
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Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm is listed at 7.8–8 oz; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 at 7.7–8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm has a 16mm core; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 has a 14mm core, so the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm measures 16.2" × 7.6"; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 measures 16.5" × 7.38" (hybrid vs elongated). The JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 is 0.3" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm has a 5.3" handle; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 has a 5.5" handle, so the JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm lists its face as Aramid fiber blended with carbon, textured peel-ply; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 lists Carbon Friction Spinning V. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm lists its core as Dual Density Foam Core; JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 lists Gen 5 polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power, spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
Pick the JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 14 if…
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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