HybridAll-Court
Hybrid16mmAll-Court
Tested by Austin Hardy
5.5+ player · Independent reviewer
Nox
JMA 16mm Pickleball Paddle Review
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Austin's Take
Austin Hardy
Nox Sport is a respected Spanish brand in racket sports, and their X-Foam pickleball paddles bring that European engineering sensibility to the American market. The JMA (Hybrid) and JC6 (Elongated) are their 16mm all-court offerings.
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How this paddle compares to 105+ paddles in our database.
Swing Weight109.66
96.66avg 113.92124.18
Near average
Twist Weight6.54
2.36avg 6.187.41
Above average
Static Weight8.2 oz
7.5 ozavg 7.97 oz9.1 oz
Near average
Play StyleAll-Court
Specifications
Dimensions
Core Thickness16mm
ShapeHybrid
Weight8.2 oz
Swing Weight109.66
Twist Weight6.54
Classification
BrandNox
Play StyleAll-Court
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Who JMA Is For
Buy if
- You want a balanced paddle that does a little of everything
- You want a balanced sweet spot with decent reach
- Low swing weight (109.66) means fast hands at the kitchen
- You prefer the soft, forgiving feel of a 16mm core
Skip if
- You want more power and plow-through on drives
- You want maximum pop — thinner cores are snappier
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HybridAll-Court
HybridAll-Court
Playing Feel
All-CourtThe Nox JMA is a 16mm hybrid paddle weighing 8.2 oz with a swing weight of 109.66 and twist weight of 6.54. Expect a balanced feel that handles dinks, drives, and everything in between. Neither too stiff nor too soft — it adapts to your game.
Swing Weight109.66
96.66avg 113.92124.18
Near average
Twist Weight6.54
2.36avg 6.187.41
Above average
16mm CoreHybrid8.2 oz
Written Review
Nox X-Foam JMA & JC6 Review: European All-Court Foam Core Paddles
Nox Sport is a respected Spanish brand in racket sports, and their X-Foam pickleball paddles bring that European engineering sensibility to the American market. The JMA (Hybrid) and JC6 (Elongated) are their 16mm all-court offerings.
Specs
- Core: 16mm X-Foam
- JMA Hybrid — SW: 109.66, TW: 6.54, 8.2 oz
- JC6 Elongated — SW: 114.68, TW: 6.06, 8.1 oz
- Price: $204.99 — 15% off with code PLAYBOOK
X-Foam Technology
Nox's X-Foam core is formulated for a specific feel profile — soft at contact for touch shots, with enough response to generate pace when you need it. It's a distinctly European approach to foam core construction that feels subtly different from American-branded foam paddles.
JMA vs JC6
The JMA Hybrid (SW 109.66) is a maneuverable, kitchen-friendly all-court paddle. The JC6 Elongated (SW 114.68) adds more reach and pop for players who also want a drive game. Both are solid all-court performers with good NVZ feel.
Verdict
The Nox X-Foam JMA and JC6 are well-made all-court paddles from a brand with genuine racket-sport pedigree. At $204.99 with 15% off using PLAYBOOK, they're worth considering for players who want something a little different from the American-brand mainstream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the swing weight of the Nox JMA?
The Nox JMA has a swing weight of 109.66, which is below the catalog average of 113.92.
Who should buy the Nox JMA?
The Nox JMA is a hybrid 16mm paddle best suited for all-court players who want a versatile, balanced paddle.
Is there a discount code for the Nox JMA?
Yes! Use code PLAYBOOK at checkout to save 15% on the Nox JMA. This code is verified and active.
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