Honolulu Pickleball Paddles

Honolulu pickleball paddles pack power, spin, and control into a 16mm frame, and the newest models run on a multi density foam core. Each Honolulu pickleball paddle here is designed for faster hand speed at the kitchen and enhanced power on drives. Your first choice is shape: the J2 aero hybrid sits between standard and elongated, while the J6 goes fully elongated.

Honolulu Pickleball Company started in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a team drawn from aviation, engineering, and firearms design. Get2Eleven carries the Honolulu Pickleball Company offering online and at our Encinitas pro shop, so you can compare shapes before you buy, or browse all our pickleball paddles for every level.

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A Quick Breakdown of Honolulu Paddles

Honolulu J2CR and J6CR

The Honolulu J2CR is the most balanced model in the CR family. Its Core Reactor build uses Control Joint Technology to add pop while keeping contact predictable, and its Crystal Blue Endurance Surface holds a durable texture. It comes with a 5.5 inch handle in white or blue EdgeGuard, plus a 6 inch long handle.

The Honolulu J6CR is the longest CR option, pairing the same Crystal Blue Endurance Surface with a shape designed for reach. An extended face and chopped aero top shift mass toward the head for higher swing weight and enhanced power. Honolulu Pickleball Company also makes the J3CR, its most forgiving CR shape, though we don't carry it.

Sword & Shield J2NF and J2FC+

Sword & Shield is the all court family from Honolulu Pickleball Company, and the Honolulu J2NF is the firmer of its two foam models. Its dual notched foam (NF) build pairs an EPP center with an EVA perimeter, and the CFC surface wraps fiberglass in carbon fiber for a crisp response with quick pop.

The J2FC+ is the softer alternative. This Sword and Shield pickleball paddle uses a Gen 4.5 multi density foam core and a carbon fiber surface for more dwell time and a plush, connected feel on resets, making it the closest thing to a control paddle here. Both weigh 8.0 to 8.3 oz and come with a waterproof cover.

Honolulu Gen 4.5 Foam and Paddle Specs

From Gen 2 to Gen 4.5

Each paddle generation changed how the ball leaves the paddle. Gen 2 builds give a classic connected feel, Gen 3 adds rebound and pop, and Gen 4 all foam builds feel more stable and forgiving. Honolulu Pickleball Company uses Gen 4.5 on the J2CR and J2FC+, layering foam densities for deeper pocketing and more power. The Gen 3 J2K+ pairs a Kevlar surface with a polypropylene core and is known for spin and control.

Thickness, Weight, and Swing Weight

Thicker cores absorb more energy, so 16mm and up gives you better control and dinking touch, and every Honolulu paddle here runs 16mm. Weight affects maneuverability and fatigue, and midweight paddles from 7.8 to 8.2 oz balance stability with faster hand speed in the wind. Swing weight accounts for how heavy a paddle feels in motion: Honolulu Pickleball Company lists the J2 models at 110 to 114 and the J6CR at 111 to 116.

Standard shapes suit newer players, while elongated shapes reward advanced players with reach. Face material changes how you create spin and power: carbon fiber and graphite faces add touch and spin, and textured surfaces create more bite than smooth ones.

Choosing a Honolulu Pickleball Paddle for Outdoor Courts

Wind, Salt Air, and Humidity

Outdoor play brings wind, coastal breezes, and heat, and Honolulu Pickleball Company is based in Hawaii, where courts see all three. Wind pushes the ball off line, making placement and consistency count, and a well balanced paddle creates more stability in a gust. Take salt air and UV exposure into account too: a durable build and a little care, like one of our pickleball paddle covers, keep the surface fresh longer. Humid, warm days call for comfortable, sweat resistant overgrips.

5.5 Inch or 6 Inch Handle

Handle length accounts for more of the feel than most buyers expect. The 6 inch long handle leaves room for two handed backhands and extra reach, while the 5.5 inch standard handle stays compact for one handed players at the kitchen. Honolulu Pickleball Company measures handles including the taper above the grip wrap. The J2CR and J2NF come in both lengths, and the J6CR and J2FC+ are 6 inch only. Not sure which suits your style? Email the Get2Eleven team and we'll point you to one.

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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Is Honolulu a Good Pickleball Paddle Brand?
    Yes. Honolulu Pickleball Company builds 16mm paddles with Gen 4.5 foam, Crystal Blue Endurance Surface textures, and 5.5 or 6 inch handles. The brand keeps its offering tight, so it's easy to understand where each model fits. Our ranking of the best pickleball paddle brands covers the rest.

    What's the Best Pickleball Paddle?
    There's no single best paddle, because the right pick depends on your game. For the best Honolulu pickleball paddle, go J2CR or J2NF for all court balance, J6CR for length and a more powerful drive, or J2FC+ for a softer response. When your goal is a fast answer, take our pickleball paddle quiz.

    Is a 14mm or 16mm Paddle Better?
    Neither wins for everyone. A 16mm core absorbs more energy for control and touch on dinks and resets, while 14mm paddles feel quicker and create more pop. That makes 16mm the safer pick for a soft game, and every Honolulu model here uses it. Read our guide to control vs power vs spin paddles.

    What Pickleball Paddle Does Anna Leigh Waters Play With?
    Anna Leigh Waters plays her signature Franklin C45 Aurelius. She signed with Franklin in January 2026 after seven years with Paddletek. It isn't a Honolulu paddle, but you'll find it with our other Franklin pickleball paddles.

    Which Paddle Is Better, the J2CR or the J2NF?
    They share the same 16.2 by 7.8 inch shape and weight, so the kind of response you want decides it. The J2CR adds Core Reactor energy and a Crystal Blue Endurance Surface for players chasing power and spin. The J2NF feels firmer and more direct, closer to a traditional carbon paddle, for players who value control. Email us and we'll help you pick.

    Where Can I Buy a Honolulu Pickleball Paddle?
    You can buy every Honolulu Pickleball Company paddle we stock online at Get2Eleven, with free shipping on qualifying orders. To see them in person, visit our Encinitas pro shop inside Bobby Riggs Racket & Paddle at 875 Santa Fe Dr, open daily from 8 AM. Call 858-333-0018 or email get@get2eleven.com.