JOOLA 3S Review - Did JOOLA Get it Right?

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@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

This is a re-upload of the same video I posted two days ago, which was taken down because of a copyright issue with music I had in the video.

@waynesulak1488 Ай бұрын

Joola intentionaly manufactured core crushed paddles they knew had a very limited lifespan in order to provide immediate power from compromised cores. The big problem to me that they sold these compromised paddles without telling the buyers that they were designed to fail. Why would I buy from a company that demonstrated that disregard for their customer not to mention circumventing the rules?

@kabob21 Ай бұрын

Because they’d been doing it long before the gen 3 paddles. The gen 2 Perseus and Hyperion C2 were also treated to the same core process.

@austinbarnes3764 24 күн бұрын

Exactly. I've had the same problem. They also will not replace more than one core crushed paddle. $300 is a lot of money for a paddle that won't last.

@taylorgangis Ай бұрын

Dude the quality of this video was awesome. Thank you.

@86309 Ай бұрын

Great review as usual John. Well done and kudos to the X-Ray from the Chiropractors office!

@ValueRobot Ай бұрын

Let's not overlook the the friendly "arms" race John is bringing to the table with this review -- X-RAY photography . This is great!!!!

@SukieNau-r1t Ай бұрын

The xray comparison is next level John, keep on innovating! How do you think the 3S models will compare to the Ripples in terms of getting hotter?

@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

Good question - the break-in on my Ripple is reminding me of the way the Gearbox PPE broke-in. It's noticeable, but it seems to be slowing and (hopefully) will level out before becoming too hot. We don't have enough data with the 3S's yet to know. They'll either do what JOOLA hopes, and become only slightly hotter, or worse case, they behave like the Gen-3's and break-in until they core corrupt. I'd be surprised if they had as many issues as the Gen-3s or Mods, because the core isn't compressed

@belaort7 Ай бұрын

I smack the crap out of the ball- I’ve been playing with the 3s Anna bright for a week and a half and I haven’t noticed a big difference. Ive had the ripple r2 a few days less and I’ve played with it less and it’s gotten much hotter. 3s is stiffer and easier to control, albeit less powerful.

@NPD2024 9 күн бұрын

Great video. Did you test swing weight, twist weigh etc.? I am considering ordering the 14mm AB paddle. I have a Mod Ta-15 on the way now. Also, the speed pro from Diadem. Oh, can you recommend a paddle company that uses grips with multiple bevels? Thank you.

@austinbarnes3764 Ай бұрын

The Mod Tech - TA paddle I got core crushed/delaminated after 2 weeks of play. During that time, it continued to get hotter and hotter until it was uncontrollable. This is a well documented problem from many players online. Joola will only replace one paddle and will not honor a return on the replacement. Their other Gen 3 paddles were banned shortly after they sold them and now the Mod Tech paddle only lasts a few weeks. I would not recommend this paddle or Joola as a company.

@ivanguev604 5 күн бұрын

100% I've gone thru 4 16mm perseus paddles. Each one developed a rattle after the first play session. Even had a paddle comes right out of the bubble pack from joola with a rattle. Despite the rattle the paddle plays well 🤷 this a

@stymeron Ай бұрын

It would be good to hear thoughts comparing these and the Ripples.

@PackAPuncher Ай бұрын

Comparing these to the Gearbox Pro Ultimate paddle, what would you say? Which do you prefer? 🤔

@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

Both are good choices, but you definitely have more shape options with the 3S. So unless you like an elongated, narrow shape, I'd recommend the 3S

@arielleavitt8396 12 күн бұрын

@@johnkewpickleball which paddle of the above mentioned would you recommend as far as longevity and durability? Thanks so much.

@TheBigBaryshnikov Ай бұрын

great video, thanks john

@codydavis1845 13 күн бұрын

Did you end up customizing the CJ paddle at all? Trying to get mine to a nice point right now. Feel like the lead tape takes away what I like about the paddle

@dennisbanaag9726 Ай бұрын

Did the paddle have to wear the lead apron around the handle for protection during the xray? 😅

@The1960musicman 29 күн бұрын

Wrote to you before about a paddle suggestion….athletic 64 year old looking for a control paddle with more power and pop than Mach 2 Forza and Scorpius gen 2 14mm. I like spin. I’m down to 2….Scorpius 3s or Paddle tech ESQ. both in their thicker size. Any opinion for final decision. Money is not in the equation. Thank you. Adam

@tagman12 Ай бұрын

John I noticed you filmed in Lifetime and in a podcast you mentioned Lifetime wouldn’t let you do that - is this a video from before they wouldn’t let you or have you negotiated with them (I noticed no one was on the court t next to you). Great, great breakdown!

@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

Older footage ;)

@craigarnzen Ай бұрын

Based on your database, I just ordered a Scorpeus 3S, graduating into something a little hotter from my Gen 2 Scorpeus that I've come to love. The Ripple R2 was the other option in my mind - any reason to second-guess myself here?

@patrickhamning1734 Ай бұрын

So Joola is going to continie to manufacture these easily core crushed paddles.

@Ken-pn7mf Ай бұрын

John did you get a chance to try the 14mm as well? Which one do you like better scorpeus 14 or 16?

@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

I'm leaning toward the 16mm Collin. The 14mm Anna feels very stiff and pretty harsh IMO

@mr.mr.3301 Ай бұрын

If a paddle is louder when it hits a ball and if you shake it you can hear some grit shaking around is it bad?

@johnkewpickleball Ай бұрын

@@mr.mr.3301 the louder sound could be an issue, but the sound when shaking is usually just loose glue, and not usually a problem

@BlGSac Ай бұрын

What a shame, the music was great

@ivanguev604 Ай бұрын

I picked up a 16mm 3s perseus. Took it out for it's first play. 30 mins into play paddle has an inner rattle. Anyone else have this issue? Great videos like always!

@brianbta1 Ай бұрын

I loved my original Joola Scorpius Gen 3 but I won’t be dropping coin on a 3S because I can’t play with it in non PPA tournaments because it’s not USAP approved.

@edmond-kl3it Ай бұрын

Look into the Paddletek ESQ-C!

@ValueRobot Ай бұрын

"Fun" Fact: Apparently in the UPA Sanctioned State Championships that were held this year in 2024, they did not allow Joola 3S paddles despite them being UPA-A approved. What a complete sham

@49pickles Ай бұрын

Let me be the first to like.

@jah.5. Ай бұрын

I think there is too much hype on paddles changing the game. Paddles will evolve as the game does. I think these paddles are great, got mine last week and have enjoyed it. It doesn't feel like it has too much power or is going to make me a 5.0 professional that will kill all competition just because I have it in my hand. My gameplay is what makes me a better player. A good paddle helps, and I think this is a good paddle, but in the end I think people are focused too much on how much or how fast these paddles are changing. The reality is they haven't changed that much and your basic pickleball gameplay stays pretty much the same, no matter which paddle you use. And $300 for a once a year purchase seems pretty cheap if you think about it. That is $25 a month. We spend way more than that on phones, streaming subscriptions, etc.