Introduction
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Pickleball Paddle – Ben Johns Blaze is built for players who want a more explosive version of the Perseus Pro V platform. Compared to the 16mm model, this 14mm version delivers a quicker rebound, a more direct response through contact, and a faster feel in aggressive exchanges.
It keeps the signature elongated Perseus shape that advanced players trust for reach and leverage, but the thinner core gives the paddle a more attacking personality. If your game is built around pressure, speed-ups, counters, and finishing power, the 14mm Ben Johns Blaze is the more aggressive option in the Perseus Pro V family.
Perseus Shape Advantage
Perseus vs Traditional Elongated: What’s the Difference?
The Perseus shape is JOOLA’s refined version of an elongated paddle, designed to deliver reach without sacrificing control. By rounding the upper portion of the frame, it keeps the sweet spot more centered and easier to access.
Traditional elongated paddles prioritize extension but often feel narrower and less forgiving. The Perseus profile maintains that reach while improving stability, making it more consistent during fast-paced exchanges.
Perseus Shape
- More centered sweet spot
- Better control and forgiveness
- Balanced power and reach
Traditional Elongated
- Maximum reach and leverage
- Smaller sweet spot
- Less forgiving on mishits
Specifications
Performance Profile
This performance profile reflects the thinner 14mm build, elongated Perseus geometry, and JOOLA’s Pro V construction.
Technology
KineticFrame
KineticFrame is integrated into the throat to help the paddle flex and recover through impact more efficiently. In the 14mm model, that translates into a lively, attacking response that feels especially effective on drives, counters, and quick speed-ups.
Propulsion Core
JOOLA’s Propulsion Core is designed to create a spring-like response inside the paddle. With the thinner 14mm build, players will feel more immediate pace off the face, making it easier to accelerate the ball without taking an oversized swing.
Hyperfoam Edge Wall
Hyperfoam Edge Wall adds perimeter foam for better stability and more confidence on off-center contact. Even though the 14mm version is more aggressive than the 16mm, this construction helps keep the paddle from feeling too loose during fast exchanges.
Key Features
Thinner 14mm Core
Delivers a quicker rebound and more explosive response than the 16mm version, making it the more offensive option for players who want easier put-away pace.
Textured Carbon Fiber Face
Produces a crisp feel with strong ball bite for spin, shape, and controlled speed off the face.
5.5" Extended Handle
Provides extra leverage on serves, overheads, and two-handed backhands while supporting quick grip adjustments in fast points.
Elongated Ben Johns Profile
Built for pressure-oriented play, blending reach, pace, and enough structure to stay dangerous in quick kitchen exchanges.
Ben Johns Blaze Signature
Built for aggressive, pressure-first pickleball
The Ben Johns Blaze version pairs the Perseus Pro V platform with Ben Johns’ preferred 4.250" grip circumference. That fuller handle feel adds stability and connection during hard drives, firm counters, and fast hand battles, making it a strong choice for players who want to dictate points and stay on offense.
14mm vs 16mm Comparison
Both versions share the same Perseus Pro V shape and core technology package, but the thinner 14mm model is more explosive while the 16mm model leans more stable and forgiving.
Perseus Pro V 14mm
- More pop and faster rebound off the face
- Quicker through the air in hand battles
- Best for aggressive players who want easier put-away power
- Feels more direct and lively on speed-ups and counters
- Less forgiving than the 16mm version on mishits
Perseus Pro V 16mm
- More stable and controlled overall
- Slightly softer, steadier feel through contact
- Better for players who value forgiveness and reset confidence
- More balanced option for all-court play
- Not as explosive as the 14mm version
Best For You
Best for Attack-First Players
Ideal for players who want to speed up play, drive through the court, and pressure opponents with a more explosive paddle face.
Best for Fast Hands
The lighter, thinner 14mm feel makes the paddle quick in firefights and especially effective for reactive counters and hand-battle exchanges.
Best for Players Choosing Between 14mm and 16mm
Choose the 14mm if you want more pop, speed, and offensive punch. Choose the 16mm if you want more forgiveness, plushness, and all-court control.
Who Is This Paddle For?
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Ben Johns Blaze is best for intermediate to advanced players who want the more aggressive side of the Perseus Pro V line. It is especially well suited for players who like to counter hard, attack early, and finish points with pace.
If you are deciding between the two core options, the 14mm is the better fit for players who want speed and pop, while the 16mm is the better fit for players who want more control and forgiveness.
Summary
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Pickleball Paddle – Ben Johns Blaze is the offensive-minded version of the Perseus Pro V family. With its thinner 14mm core, elongated shape, textured carbon fiber face, and Ben Johns signature grip setup, it delivers the kind of speed, power, and attacking response that competitive players look for when they want to stay in control of the rally.
Introduction
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Pickleball Paddle – Ben Johns Blaze is built for players who want a more explosive version of the Perseus Pro V platform. Compared to the 16mm model, this 14mm version delivers a quicker rebound, a more direct response through contact, and a faster feel in aggressive exchanges.
It keeps the signature elongated Perseus shape that advanced players trust for reach and leverage, but the thinner core gives the paddle a more attacking personality. If your game is built around pressure, speed-ups, counters, and finishing power, the 14mm Ben Johns Blaze is the more aggressive option in the Perseus Pro V family.
Perseus Shape Advantage
Perseus vs Traditional Elongated: What’s the Difference?
The Perseus shape is JOOLA’s refined version of an elongated paddle, designed to deliver reach without sacrificing control. By rounding the upper portion of the frame, it keeps the sweet spot more centered and easier to access.
Traditional elongated paddles prioritize extension but often feel narrower and less forgiving. The Perseus profile maintains that reach while improving stability, making it more consistent during fast-paced exchanges.
Perseus Shape
- More centered sweet spot
- Better control and forgiveness
- Balanced power and reach
Traditional Elongated
- Maximum reach and leverage
- Smaller sweet spot
- Less forgiving on mishits
Specifications
Performance Profile
This performance profile reflects the thinner 14mm build, elongated Perseus geometry, and JOOLA’s Pro V construction.
Technology
KineticFrame
KineticFrame is integrated into the throat to help the paddle flex and recover through impact more efficiently. In the 14mm model, that translates into a lively, attacking response that feels especially effective on drives, counters, and quick speed-ups.
Propulsion Core
JOOLA’s Propulsion Core is designed to create a spring-like response inside the paddle. With the thinner 14mm build, players will feel more immediate pace off the face, making it easier to accelerate the ball without taking an oversized swing.
Hyperfoam Edge Wall
Hyperfoam Edge Wall adds perimeter foam for better stability and more confidence on off-center contact. Even though the 14mm version is more aggressive than the 16mm, this construction helps keep the paddle from feeling too loose during fast exchanges.
Key Features
Thinner 14mm Core
Delivers a quicker rebound and more explosive response than the 16mm version, making it the more offensive option for players who want easier put-away pace.
Textured Carbon Fiber Face
Produces a crisp feel with strong ball bite for spin, shape, and controlled speed off the face.
5.5" Extended Handle
Provides extra leverage on serves, overheads, and two-handed backhands while supporting quick grip adjustments in fast points.
Elongated Ben Johns Profile
Built for pressure-oriented play, blending reach, pace, and enough structure to stay dangerous in quick kitchen exchanges.
Ben Johns Blaze Signature
Built for aggressive, pressure-first pickleball
The Ben Johns Blaze version pairs the Perseus Pro V platform with Ben Johns’ preferred 4.250" grip circumference. That fuller handle feel adds stability and connection during hard drives, firm counters, and fast hand battles, making it a strong choice for players who want to dictate points and stay on offense.
14mm vs 16mm Comparison
Both versions share the same Perseus Pro V shape and core technology package, but the thinner 14mm model is more explosive while the 16mm model leans more stable and forgiving.
Perseus Pro V 14mm
- More pop and faster rebound off the face
- Quicker through the air in hand battles
- Best for aggressive players who want easier put-away power
- Feels more direct and lively on speed-ups and counters
- Less forgiving than the 16mm version on mishits
Perseus Pro V 16mm
- More stable and controlled overall
- Slightly softer, steadier feel through contact
- Better for players who value forgiveness and reset confidence
- More balanced option for all-court play
- Not as explosive as the 14mm version
Best For You
Best for Attack-First Players
Ideal for players who want to speed up play, drive through the court, and pressure opponents with a more explosive paddle face.
Best for Fast Hands
The lighter, thinner 14mm feel makes the paddle quick in firefights and especially effective for reactive counters and hand-battle exchanges.
Best for Players Choosing Between 14mm and 16mm
Choose the 14mm if you want more pop, speed, and offensive punch. Choose the 16mm if you want more forgiveness, plushness, and all-court control.
Who Is This Paddle For?
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Ben Johns Blaze is best for intermediate to advanced players who want the more aggressive side of the Perseus Pro V line. It is especially well suited for players who like to counter hard, attack early, and finish points with pace.
If you are deciding between the two core options, the 14mm is the better fit for players who want speed and pop, while the 16mm is the better fit for players who want more control and forgiveness.
Summary
The JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm Pickleball Paddle – Ben Johns Blaze is the offensive-minded version of the Perseus Pro V family. With its thinner 14mm core, elongated shape, textured carbon fiber face, and Ben Johns signature grip setup, it delivers the kind of speed, power, and attacking response that competitive players look for when they want to stay in control of the rally.
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Badminton Warehouse has partnered with MyUS, the No. 1 international shipping service to make it easier for you to get your favorite badminton rackets, shoes and accessories. With MyUS, you will be assigned a U.S.-based address where your package will be processed for shipping straight to your home country.
MyUS uses trusted delivery services like FedEx, UPS and DHL to ensure you receive your merchandise in the shortest amount of time.
Click on this logo to sign up for a MyUS account, and receive your very own MyUS address to use at checkout. Register today and get FREE setup on a Basic or Premium membership.
Shop Online and ship worldwide from the USA with MyUS
To get started:
- Sign up with MyUS and get your MyUS address to use at checkout
- Shop online at US stores, and have your packages sent to your MyUS address
- MyUS will let you know when you package has arrived and allow you to create a shipment request for all your purchases
- Your shipments will arrive at your door in 2-4 business days
If you are ordering multiple items, be sure to select the "Premium Membership" for greatest savings!
Once our order safely reaches MyUS.com warehouses in the USA, they take responsibility for loss or damage to your order when shipping it internationally. We recommend that you review their insurance options for international shipments before you place your order.

