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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (J2CR PRE-ORDER) vs Spin-friendly (The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with J2CR PRE-ORDER (wider face).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition (face material or texture).
Best-for highlights
J2CR PRE-ORDER
Forgiveness-leaning
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition
Spin-friendly
Key differences
- Length: The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition is longer by 7mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16.2 in (412 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: J2CR PRE-ORDER is wider by 11mm (7.8 in (198 mm) vs 7.4 in (187 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: MULTI DENSITY FOAM vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
Price$297
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreMULTI DENSITY FOAM
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
Price$292
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreHigh-Density Polypropylene Core
These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.
Price:$292 – $297
Core:MULTI DENSITY FOAM vs High-Density Polypropylene Core
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Showing 6 meaningful differences
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
Minimum priceDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
USD 297.00
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
USD 292.00
Maximum priceDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
USD 297.00
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
USD 292.00
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
16.2 in (412 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
WidthDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
7.8 in (198 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
7.4 in (187 mm)
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
4.13 in (105 mm)
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
4.29 in (109 mm)
Materials
Core materialDifferent
J2CR PRE-ORDER – 16mm
MULTI DENSITY FOAM
The Shogun Pickleball Paddle - Imperial Edition – 16mm
High-Density Polypropylene Core
How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material