JOOLA Perseus Pro V Ben Johns 16mm Pickleball Paddle

Take command of tempo and placement with the JOOLA Perseus Pro V Ben Johns 16mm Pickleball Paddle. This version keeps the same elongated reach of the Perseus 14mm but adds stability and dwell for players who build points with intention.

At 16.5" long and 7.5" wide, the Perseus profile remains one of the longer shapes in the Pro V series. Compared to Scorpeus, it sacrifices some compact maneuverability for leverage and coverage. Compared to Kosmos, it leans more fully into elongated performance rather than hybrid balance. The 16mm thickness increases dwell time and softens contact, improving resets and defensive blocks without eliminating power potential. With the addition of KineticFrame tech that adds swing speed whip and defensive cushion, this paddle is able to offer steadier transitions and consistent ball placement point after point.

Key Features

• Perseus Elongated Shape - Extended 16.5" profile for leverage and reach.
• 16mm Control Core - Added dwell time and improved stability in defensive play.
• KineticFrame Technology - Reinforced throat structure for efficient energy redirection.
• Honeycomb Propulsion Core - Balanced energy return with reliable spin.
• Hyper-Foam Edge Wall - Enhanced perimeter support for consistent performance.

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Technology

KineticFrame

Integrated into the paddle's throat to create a slimmer frame that flexes to store momentum and releases it on impact—helping improve ball placement during fast exchanges.

Propulsion Core

Adds controlled flex inside the paddle for a responsive, spring-like effect—easier access to power on drives, counters, and quick speed-ups without having to swing harder.

Hyperfoam Edge Wall

Foam injection around the perimeter increases stability and forgiveness, contributing to a larger effective sweet spot and more consistent performance across the face.

World #1, Ben Johns, on Perseus Pro V

"The type of speed-ups I hit, I often hit the ball towards the end of the paddle… I can get a lot of torque on the ball, a lot of spin, without adding too much power."

— Ben Johns, Signature Pro