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Paddle Comparison

Battle Paddles El Toro vs Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

The Battle Paddles El Toro and Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface are nearly identical in swing weight (115.73 vs 115.67), making build quality, surface feel, and brand preference the deciding factors. The Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface also has the wider sweet spot — TW 6.41 versus 5.93 — meaning more forgiveness on off-center hits. On price, the Battle Paddles El Toro is $41 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Battle Paddles El Toro

Higher Swing Weight (power) (115.73 vs 115.67, +0.06)

Hand Speed

Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (115.73 vs 115.67)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.93 vs 6.41, +0.48)

Value

Battle Paddles El Toro

Lower effective price ($134.10 vs $175.50, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Battle Paddles
Honolulu

Model

El Toro
J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

115.73
115.67

Twist Weight

5.93
6.41

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$149.00
$195.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$134.10
$175.50

Battle Paddles

El Toro

$134.10 (was $149.00)

Honolulu

J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

$175.50 (was $195.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Battle Paddles El Toro if…

  • You're price-conscious — about $41 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.41 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Battle Paddles El Toro or the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface better for power?

The Battle Paddles El Toro generates more power — SW 115.73 vs 115.67 on the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface, a 0.06-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Battle Paddles El Toro or the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface?

The Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.41 vs 5.93 on the Battle Paddles El Toro. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.

What is the price difference between the Battle Paddles El Toro and the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Battle Paddles El Toro is $134.10 and the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface is $175.50. The Battle Paddles El Toro is $41.40 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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