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Paddle Comparison

Head Radical vs Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

The Head Radical carries a clear SW advantage — 118.67 versus 115.67 on the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface — a 3.00-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Radical.

Who wins on what

Power

Head Radical

Higher Swing Weight (power) (118.67 vs 115.67, +3.00)

Hand Speed

Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (118.67 vs 115.67)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Head Radical

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.46 vs 6.41, +0.05)

Value

Head Radical

Lower effective price ($169.15 vs $175.50, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Head
Honolulu

Model

Radical
J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

15mm
16mm

Weight

8.4 oz
8.1 oz

Swing Weight

118.67
115.67

Twist Weight

6.46
6.41

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$199.00
$195.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$169.15
$175.50

Head

Radical

$169.15 (was $199.00)

Honolulu

J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface

$175.50 (was $195.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Head Radical if…

  • You want more power — SW 118.67 is 3.00 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $6 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 faster hands — lower SW (115.67 vs 118.67) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Head Radical or the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface better for power?

The Head Radical generates more power — SW 118.67 vs 115.67 on the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface, a 3.00-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 Head Radical or the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface?

The Head Radical is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.46 vs 6.41 on the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface. 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 Head Radical and the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Head Radical is $169.15 and the Honolulu J6CR M 105 Crystal Blue Endurance Surface is $175.50. The Head Radical is $6.35 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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