JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
control, power
Ben Johns signature Perseus, 3S Dual generation 16mm; certified by both USAP and UPA-A (MD# P16G3D). No title-matched Amazon ASIN found; omitted per rule.
About the JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm
The JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a charged carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $199.95.
Playstyle fit: control, power. The elongated shape favors reach and spin generation.
Ben Johns signature Perseus, 3S Dual generation 16mm; certified by both USAP and UPA-A (MD# P16G3D). No title-matched Amazon ASIN found; omitted per rule.
Available direct from JOOLA and authorized retailers.
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Find My Paddle →Pickle's Take
16mm core, charged carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for dinkers and counter-attackers who win at the kitchen line.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 8.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 6.4 / 10
Top 32% of catalog on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
At the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Price & Availability
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/10355.
What's the core thickness of the JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm?
The JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a charged carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm best for?
The JOOLA Perseus 3S Dual 16mm is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a elongated shape, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.