Make sure to use code STS10 for the titanium paddles specifically on the Honolulu Pickleball website. It’s my code specifically for their titanium lineup. You can use code STSPICKLEBALL for any other paddles in the space 😊 just wanted to share this so there is no confusion!
I love my J2K it’s got that pop and spin even after 5 months of heavy use. Way more than my Ben Johns Hyperion which is now a back up/ loaner paddle. The 2nd gen Hyperion started losing its spin and control after about 3 months
Im in a bit of a pickle already. I purchased a j2k a few months ago but wasnt crazy about the paddle as i felt i needed more pop. My paddle before was elongated and im a singles player so i went ahead and ordered the J7k Pro. Played really well with j7k pro. As time went on i purchased some tungsten tape and put a strip covering the complete top of my j2k. now im blowing people away with the j2k, however before a game i have a really tough time choosing which fricken paddle to use now.
You were spot on with your Mach 2 Forza review and its been my daily driver for the past year. I went ahead and pre-ordered the J2ti with your code! My only concern is the -100 in the spin rating, but I am hoping the added pop and plushness will make up for it!
Love the vids! I’m very curious about this but just upgraded from the Vatic Prism Flash to the Neonic Flow. I really want plush but want to slowly upgrade power. I’ve heard the J2TI has a “plusher” feel but how plush does it feel compared to my other two?
Love the content! I just pre-ordered this paddle using your code, and I just had a few questions about the paddle itself. I was wondering if you have tested the J2Ti with any lead tape and how it feels? I also wanna know how to clean this paddle after every use since I've never bought a paddle with this material (I'm used to using an eraser for my carbon fiber paddles).
Thanks for comment! :) I have just been gently using my paddle eraser and have had no issues. If you want something even less abrasive you can always use a lightly damp warm rag and just give it a couple wipes and then dry it off and you're good to go! I think it's solid stock so test it out and see what you think, but just about every paddle I use I will put either 2 3g precut strips at the 4 and 8 o'clock positions or I will put 2 5" strips of lead starting 1" out from the grip on either side and play with those two setups. If I really want to add power to say a wide body paddle I will use lead along the entire flat edge side of the paddle as well but it all comes down to personal preference overall :)
I checked out the glasses that you were recommending, I'm wondering if you have checked out the Brioti Pickleball Glasses and if you have what are your thoughts on them?
I haven’t! But I love my CRBN Pivots so I haven’t had any reason to spend more money on anything else! I’ll have to look into them potentially from a review standpoint though.
Thanks for the review! Your reviews are always money! I'm debating between this one and the Pickln Alteco3. I've heard good things about that one too. Have you had any experience with it?
You're very welcome. Thanks for the good vibes! I'll have to look into that paddle. There's a ton of paddles releasing in the pipeline right now so it's a bit hard to keep up. Thanks for putting it on my radar!
I am really loving the Ti! I think the Versix Vector is a better version of the DBD elongated so I will be skipping the elongated review and will be reviewing the Vector instead :)
nice so it’s very similar to the shogun! Reason I asked is because i just received a temu hybrid body titanium paddle with exact dimensions to j2ti but the paddle face has a gloss to it and I just learned that it’s fiberglass sandwiched with carbon/titanium. Aka the new Alien Paddle coming from Bread and Butter 👀
I love your content, thank you. I bought a Onix React a few years ago when i started playing. My problem is while im ready to upgrade there are so many options im really overwhelmed. I spin the ball pretty well with the Onix and the power is fine. My goal is even more spin from a new paddle. There aren't any stores in my area so any purchase will be online. After watching one of your videos i thougt tge BALLR would be the one but now this one Seems like a winner. Thanks in advance for any advice. 200.00 is my spending limit
I would grab the J2KTi and just not look back. There isn’t a more balanced overall paddle out there for most people. This paddle can be used by beginners all the way up to pros and doesn’t really have any cons. I know the paddle landscape is hard to navigate, but this is my top recommendation right now for most people.
Great review as always. Like others, would like to hear your comparison to the 14mm Olympus. Maybe a 14mm J2K/J2K Pro Ti would be the Holy Grail (great name for a paddle?) if it maintain top-tier control?
Thanks for the compliment! The Olympus didn’t wow me personally. I think it’s a good paddle.. still analyzing it. If I had a tournament tomorrow I’d take the J2K or the J2Ti over the Olympus no question.
I'm interested in a Pro version from the Honolulu line of paddles, Out of all the Pro's J2K pro, J3K pro, J7k pro, which one would be the best for power and some control or over all the best Pro from this line? Any help will be appreciated.
The problem I have with Titanium is the price. Seems like they should cost somewhere between carbon fiber and Kevlar. I think the Titanium name allows for a higher asking price.
It's not about cost of materials but what the market determines what the price should be. Which will be based more on the performance of the paddle, and the brand recognition, warranties and such.
currently rocking Neonic flow using your code! Debating between the Ripple R2 and this padddle! Seems like this paddle would be similar to the flow. And the R2 would be giving me something new to play with. Thoughts?
This paddle would be the flow with better spin and stability (twist weight and sweet spot) and a bit more power. The Ripple R2 has much more power and pop than both of these paddles. So if you are looking for a very power oriented paddle then wait for the ripple but if you want the best of all worlds the Ti is your answer :)
Thanks Matthew! Love your vids. Yeah Honolulu did it again. Been talking with the owner a bunch recently and he has been putting in some major hours in R&D and it really shows in the resulting paddles.
I enjoy the Ti more than the J3K pro :) It's a phenomenal paddle and I wouldn't give something a glowing review if I didn't truly believe it. Titan drills and QR codes will be coming soon! Sorry for the delay, life has been a little crazy lately.
@@stspickleball Awesome! Thanks for the reply! Excited to try both in the near future! (already have J3K pro on order). Yeah, life is wild man, so I completely understand! Thanks again!
great summary of the J2ti. I was wondering if you think this surface will be longer lasting than Kevlar and Carbon fibre faces? Plus would you have to clean the face with an eraser like carbon fibre faces? Lastly how would you compare this paddle to the 6.0 dbd 16mm?
So far it’s relative to Kevlar which is relative to carbon fiber in my experience. They all seem pretty equally durable 😊. I’ve been using an eraser with no issues! And I would say this paddle is a sizable upgrade in comparison to the DBD
In the paddle comparisons, you said the neon flare was 9 for power, but your graphic shows 8? Can you please clarify? Great review, as always Stephen! BTW, I’ve been playing with the Shogun for a few months and really like it, but ordered the J2Ti. Sounds like a similar feel, but you think it will be a big upgrade? Thank you! 👊
I’ve been using a Friday Challenger after their misprint discount and would love to understand how it stacks up to this or other paddles, but it seems most reviewers haven’t gotten specific metrics on it.
Dang, was deciding between the Flare, or the J2TI. It seems like this has the Flare beat in every way huh? Was able to get a flare from a friend for $120.. Is the price diff worth it?
This might be my next paddle... I was very close to pulling the trigger on the Mod TA-15... You do not currently have either paddle in your notion database... how do you think they compare?
I will be updating the database very soon! I do have a review on the Mod TA-15. The Mod is definitely much hotter off the face as it's gen 3. Much harder to control. If I was going to a tournament tomorrow I would take the Ti over the mod no question.
@stspickleball It’s funny to see paddle face weaves beginning to mirror tennis string technology. Most recreational & pro tennis players play with poly (polyester) strings as it offers the most control and power. Curious to see if carbon faces will start to fade away and titanium(polyester) will take over?!
More power, spin, pop, than all three of those. Relative control to the DBD but less control than the Prism Flash. I would take the Ti over any of those any day of the week.
Question. Is the J2K really thermoformed? I removed the grip, and the handle was made of two peaces of normal cheap plastic, and two peaces of some soft material. Definitely not thermoformed. Did you check this?
Is the handle and face connected as one piece though? The separate pieces you mentioned may be to allow the handle to be the standard octagonal shape. Thermoforming without the separate handle pieces would make the handle just a rectangle. Not sure if I explained that well.
Yes it is a thermoformed paddle. That is the construction of many thermoformed paddles grips. The will often do this to save a touch on cost without having exposed polymer on the sides of the handle, but overall I do really love the firm solid handle style of the Honolulu paddles. It is thermoformed 100%
Those are two very different paddles. If you want great control good resets take mf2, but if you want to more aggressive get the j2kti. Both of them have great spin.
I have the Mach 2 Forza 16 mm and switch to the 14 mm to get more pop but I sacrificed power from the baseline. I’m going to be ordering this panel to get power from the baseline and more pop at the same time as well as top-tier spin.
I have a couple of questions. 1. How well does the “titanium” keep its spin compared to RCF and Kevlar? And 2. Can the “John 3:16” on the face be removed without damaging the surface?
You could easily just sharpie over the text on the top. I judge paddles on performance and not their beliefs but I understand why this could be annoying for some people. The durability of mine seems VERY good. Better than kevlar and on par with RCF thus far. I will keep analyzing over time.
@@stspickleball so glad to hear. Thank you! I pre-ordered the J2Ti! Was choosing between the ESQ-C and Ripple and the J2Ti after much agonizing :) The price of the other 2 made it a lot easier!
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Make sure to use code STS10 for the titanium paddles specifically on the Honolulu Pickleball website. It’s my code specifically for their titanium lineup. You can use code STSPICKLEBALL for any other paddles in the space 😊 just wanted to share this so there is no confusion!
I love my J2K it’s got that pop and spin even after 5 months of heavy use. Way more than my Ben Johns Hyperion which is now a back up/ loaner paddle. The 2nd gen Hyperion started losing its spin and control after about 3 months
Im in a bit of a pickle already. I purchased a j2k a few months ago but wasnt crazy about the paddle as i felt i needed more pop. My paddle before was elongated and im a singles player so i went ahead and ordered the J7k Pro. Played really well with j7k pro. As time went on i purchased some tungsten tape and put a strip covering the complete top of my j2k. now im blowing people away with the j2k, however before a game i have a really tough time choosing which fricken paddle to use now.
Lol well at least it's a positive outcome for both of them! Not a bad problem to have :)
You were spot on with your Mach 2 Forza review and its been my daily driver for the past year. I went ahead and pre-ordered the J2ti with your code! My only concern is the -100 in the spin rating, but I am hoping the added pop and plushness will make up for it!
It does it’s an incredible paddle. I still love my Forza 🤤😂
Looks like the same weave as my NEXUS. Great spin is my favorite feature.
PRE-ORDERED! Like you said my J2K is getting quite used time for the next material after Kevlar and Carbon!
@@maximusstrength157 let’s go! You’re gonna love it. It’s an awesome paddle.
Love the vids! I’m very curious about this but just upgraded from the Vatic Prism Flash to the Neonic Flow. I really want plush but want to slowly upgrade power. I’ve heard the J2TI has a “plusher” feel but how plush does it feel compared to my other two?
The j2ti has a relative plush feel but has more power, more pop, a larger sweet spot, and better spin. It’s a big upgrade in every way.
Love the content! I just pre-ordered this paddle using your code, and I just had a few questions about the paddle itself. I was wondering if you have tested the J2Ti with any lead tape and how it feels? I also wanna know how to clean this paddle after every use since I've never bought a paddle with this material (I'm used to using an eraser for my carbon fiber paddles).
Thanks for comment! :) I have just been gently using my paddle eraser and have had no issues. If you want something even less abrasive you can always use a lightly damp warm rag and just give it a couple wipes and then dry it off and you're good to go! I think it's solid stock so test it out and see what you think, but just about every paddle I use I will put either 2 3g precut strips at the 4 and 8 o'clock positions or I will put 2 5" strips of lead starting 1" out from the grip on either side and play with those two setups. If I really want to add power to say a wide body paddle I will use lead along the entire flat edge side of the paddle as well but it all comes down to personal preference overall :)
I checked out the glasses that you were recommending, I'm wondering if you have checked out the Brioti Pickleball Glasses and if you have what are your thoughts on them?
I haven’t! But I love my CRBN Pivots so I haven’t had any reason to spend more money on anything else! I’ll have to look into them potentially from a review standpoint though.
Great review! I'm a control player but need some power - hopefully from a light paddle
If you’re a control payer I’d go J2Ti 100%. You get the best of both worlds and you get a much larger sweet spot than the 14mm
Thanks for the review! Your reviews are always money! I'm debating between this one and the Pickln Alteco3. I've heard good things about that one too. Have you had any experience with it?
You're very welcome. Thanks for the good vibes! I'll have to look into that paddle. There's a ton of paddles releasing in the pipeline right now so it's a bit hard to keep up. Thanks for putting it on my radar!
Another great content and review Steven, how's your playing experience with the J2Ti? Any review with the Six Zero DBD elongated 15mm down the road
I am really loving the Ti! I think the Versix Vector is a better version of the DBD elongated so I will be skipping the elongated review and will be reviewing the Vector instead :)
@@stspickleballI will be looking forward on your review on the Versix Vector XL paddle
Question. Is the surface feel more of a weave/flatter feel compared to how the shogun titanium surface feels? Or do they feel the exact same
It’s not a flat smooth feel it’s a weave that has actual texture when you rub your finger over it. It’s very gritty!
nice so it’s very similar to the shogun! Reason I asked is because i just received a temu hybrid body titanium paddle with exact dimensions to j2ti but the paddle face has a gloss to it and I just learned that it’s fiberglass sandwiched with carbon/titanium. Aka the new Alien Paddle coming from Bread and Butter 👀
I love your content, thank you. I bought a Onix React a few years ago when i started playing.
My problem is while im ready to upgrade there are so many options im really overwhelmed.
I spin the ball pretty well with the Onix and the power is fine.
My goal is even more spin from a new paddle.
There aren't any stores in my area so any purchase will be online.
After watching one of your videos i thougt tge BALLR would be the one but now this one
Seems like a winner.
Thanks in advance for any advice. 200.00 is my spending limit
I would grab the J2KTi and just not look back. There isn’t a more balanced overall paddle out there for most people. This paddle can be used by beginners all the way up to pros and doesn’t really have any cons. I know the paddle landscape is hard to navigate, but this is my top recommendation right now for most people.
Thank you, Keep the content
coming!
Great review as always. Like others, would like to hear your comparison to the 14mm Olympus. Maybe a 14mm J2K/J2K Pro Ti would be the Holy Grail (great name for a paddle?) if it maintain top-tier control?
Thanks for the compliment! The Olympus didn’t wow me personally. I think it’s a good paddle.. still analyzing it. If I had a tournament tomorrow I’d take the J2K or the J2Ti over the Olympus no question.
I use a ruby. If I switch to this how would you compare that switch as far as pop, power, sweet spot is concerned ?
Better sweet spot, better power, better pop, as good control, better spin.
He’s lying
I'm interested in a Pro version from the Honolulu line of paddles, Out of all the Pro's J2K pro, J3K pro, J7k pro, which one would be the best for power and some control or over all the best Pro from this line? Any help will be appreciated.
I’d go J2K pro it’s a great paddle and is what you’re describing here 😊
@@stspickleball Awesome, so this is the most powerful of all them, thanks.
"I tend to miss the sweet spot more often than I would care to admit."
Man... saaaaaaaame.
LOL rough life for both of us hahaha
Do you think this surface will be more durable then Kevlar for spin?
I don’t know yet it’s too early to say. But mine is holding up very very well
The problem I have with Titanium is the price. Seems like they should cost somewhere between carbon fiber and Kevlar. I think the Titanium name allows for a higher asking price.
This is a fair take
It's not about cost of materials but what the market determines what the price should be. Which will be based more on the performance of the paddle, and the brand recognition, warranties and such.
This is correct
@@GoodGuyPickleballer true… so once there are more of them the price should drop.
It cost more to manufacture. And it was named titanium before Pickleball paddles were ever interested in making them a face layer.
currently rocking Neonic flow using your code! Debating between the Ripple R2 and this padddle! Seems like this paddle would be similar to the flow. And the R2 would be giving me something new to play with. Thoughts?
This paddle would be the flow with better spin and stability (twist weight and sweet spot) and a bit more power. The Ripple R2 has much more power and pop than both of these paddles. So if you are looking for a very power oriented paddle then wait for the ripple but if you want the best of all worlds the Ti is your answer :)
Glad you got to this one! It's become my favorite paddle of the year so far. 🦾
Thanks Matthew! Love your vids. Yeah Honolulu did it again. Been talking with the owner a bunch recently and he has been putting in some major hours in R&D and it really shows in the resulting paddles.
@@stspickleball Agreed! They’re always working on something cool!
Awesome review. Do you enjoy playing with the J3K Pro more or less than the J2Ti? Any update to releasing a vid on your Titan drills / QR codes?
I enjoy the Ti more than the J3K pro :) It's a phenomenal paddle and I wouldn't give something a glowing review if I didn't truly believe it. Titan drills and QR codes will be coming soon! Sorry for the delay, life has been a little crazy lately.
@@stspickleball Awesome! Thanks for the reply! Excited to try both in the near future! (already have J3K pro on order). Yeah, life is wild man, so I completely understand! Thanks again!
Is the power on these similar to the power on the original Ronbus Polsar series?
Yes I’d say even a touch hotter but very similar
great summary of the J2ti. I was wondering if you think this surface will be longer lasting than Kevlar and Carbon fibre faces? Plus would you have to clean the face with an eraser like carbon fibre faces? Lastly how would you compare this paddle to the 6.0 dbd 16mm?
So far it’s relative to Kevlar which is relative to carbon fiber in my experience. They all seem pretty equally durable 😊. I’ve been using an eraser with no issues! And I would say this paddle is a sizable upgrade in comparison to the DBD
@@stspickleball thanks for your reply, so in what ways would it be an upgrade to the DBD? thanks
Do u play it stock or u add weights to it?
I have 5” of lead tape on the throat coming up into the sides of the paddle 😊
ordered mine! So excvited to receive it!!!
It’s amazing. I can’t seem to put this paddle down!! I pull it out almost every play session lately. It’s so damn good!
@@stspickleball hesitated with ripple r1. Used ur code by the way. Thanks
In the paddle comparisons, you said the neon flare was 9 for power, but your graphic shows 8? Can you please clarify? Great review, as always Stephen! BTW, I’ve been playing with the Shogun for a few months and really like it, but ordered the J2Ti. Sounds like a similar feel, but you think it will be a big upgrade? Thank you! 👊
Yes I said “9” but it is 8 I even put a graphic on the screen that says “meant to say 8” haha sorry about that!
Great review! How does the J2Ti compare to the Spartus Olympus?
Olympus has more pop and a bit more power but a smaller sweet spot. I’d take the Ti personally any day of the week.
@@stspickleball Thanks! I appreciate the reply!
I’ve been using a Friday Challenger after their misprint discount and would love to understand how it stacks up to this or other paddles, but it seems most reviewers haven’t gotten specific metrics on it.
The Friday Challenger is a good paddle, but this one really blows it out of the water for feel, spin, and the overall quality 😊
Dang, was deciding between the Flare, or the J2TI. It seems like this has the Flare beat in every way huh? Was able to get a flare from a friend for $120.. Is the price diff worth it?
@@nathaando I think it is yes
Now I have to choose between the j2ti, j2k/pro, and j7k/pro 😵💫 idk how to choose
Just go ti and don't look back. Best of all worlds.
Now it work, thanks
You're welcome!
This might be my next paddle... I was very close to pulling the trigger on the Mod TA-15... You do not currently have either paddle in your notion database... how do you think they compare?
I will be updating the database very soon! I do have a review on the Mod TA-15. The Mod is definitely much hotter off the face as it's gen 3. Much harder to control. If I was going to a tournament tomorrow I would take the Ti over the mod no question.
its a little weird youre in between the two. theyre very different.
@@stspickleball Appreciate that response. I generate enough power and need a bit more of the control. Thank you!
@stspickleball It’s funny to see paddle face weaves beginning to mirror tennis string technology. Most recreational & pro tennis players play with poly (polyester) strings as it offers the most control and power. Curious to see if carbon faces will start to fade away and titanium(polyester) will take over?!
Love this take. This is very interesting. I didn't know this! I wonder if this is where they are getting some of their material ideas from. I bet so.
@@stspickleball I wouldn’t be surprised! I’m all for whatever advances the sport and makes the paddle tech better! Cool to see the evolution
I kind of wish the J2k had a 5.75” handle.
I’m sure they will release the J7K as well in the Ti which has a 6” handle. Not the same shape though so I get what you mean.
I dropped 2, $1 coins in my butt cap. Added .16 to the length and 16 grams to the bottom. Add one more and you get .23” and 24 grams.
@@raylee6870 now that is a good idea.
Innovative!
Where would you put this comparing between a Vatic Prism Flash 16mm and a 6.0 DBD 16mm
More power, spin, pop, than all three of those. Relative control to the DBD but less control than the Prism Flash. I would take the Ti over any of those any day of the week.
Question.
Is the J2K really thermoformed?
I removed the grip, and the handle was made of two peaces of normal cheap plastic, and two peaces of some soft material.
Definitely not thermoformed.
Did you check this?
Is the handle and face connected as one piece though? The separate pieces you mentioned may be to allow the handle to be the standard octagonal shape. Thermoforming without the separate handle pieces would make the handle just a rectangle. Not sure if I explained that well.
Yes it is a thermoformed paddle. That is the construction of many thermoformed paddles grips. The will often do this to save a touch on cost without having exposed polymer on the sides of the handle, but overall I do really love the firm solid handle style of the Honolulu paddles. It is thermoformed 100%
I want one.
Upgrading my paddle-
J2KTi or volair forza Mach 2?
Those are two very different paddles. If you want great control good resets take mf2, but if you want to more aggressive get the j2kti. Both of them have great spin.
I have the Mach 2 Forza 16 mm and switch to the 14 mm to get more pop but I sacrificed power from the baseline. I’m going to be ordering this panel to get power from the baseline and more pop at the same time as well as top-tier spin.
Hey brother! Great review, as always.
Would love to hear your thoughts on Spartus Olympus. Do you plan on reviewing it?
Potentially! I wasn’t personally wowed by it. It’s a solid paddle but I would take the J2K or the J2Ti over it personally.
Is there going to be a J7Ti? I like a control paddle for drops and resets, and I like leverage to generate my own power.
I would imagine so!
I have a couple of questions. 1. How well does the “titanium” keep its spin compared to RCF and Kevlar? And 2. Can the “John 3:16” on the face be removed without damaging the surface?
You can’t remove the John 3:16 without damaging the paddle
You could easily just sharpie over the text on the top. I judge paddles on performance and not their beliefs but I understand why this could be annoying for some people. The durability of mine seems VERY good. Better than kevlar and on par with RCF thus far. I will keep analyzing over time.
@@stspickleball Thanks for the response.
great review! I wonder how these paddles will last over time!
Holding up incredibly well so far. The grit is still insanely high after a ton of play.
@@stspickleball so glad to hear. Thank you! I pre-ordered the J2Ti! Was choosing between the ESQ-C and Ripple and the J2Ti after much agonizing :) The price of the other 2 made it a lot easier!