Every Honolulu Crystal Blue Paddle: J6M+, J6CR, M105, J2CR and J3CR Compared (2026)
Last updated: October 29, 2026
Five Crystal Blue paddles, two prices. Shape, core, approval and who each one suits, with code PRH.
Honolulu makes five Crystal Blue Endurance Surface paddles.
Three are J6 elongateds: the new J6M+ Jam Paddle ($128.70 with code PRH, fully floated MPP core, the cheapest Crystal Blue), the J6CR Crystal Blue (Core Reactor) and the J6CR M 105 (MPP Core Reactor with Dynamic PowerFlex). Then the J2CR Crystal Blue hybrid and the J3CR Crystal Blue square widebody. The four CR models are $175.50 with code PRH. Buy the J6M+ to get Crystal Blue for the least money, the J2CR Crystal Blue if you want one paddle for everything, the J6CR Crystal Blue for a reviewed elongated you can order now, the M105 for Honolulu's most powerful build and the J3CR Crystal Blue for blocks and counters at the kitchen. All five are UPA-A approved; USAP is pending on the J6M+ and J2CR Crystal Blue.
How we tested
Every paddle we cover goes through the same on-court protocol - individual play, head-to-head comparisons, and tournament use before anything gets written down. Every paddle below has a full review on the site; click through to see scores, specs, and the deal we found for each.
The rankings
Each category below links to the full review for that paddle.
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All five side by side
List prices: J6M+ $143; the other four $195. Code PRH takes 10% off all five at 808pickle.com. Tiers apply only to the exact model tested, so the J6M+ and M105 share the Crystal Blue surface family without a tier of their own.
| Paddle | Shape | Core | Handle | Swing / twist weight | Spin durability (independent lab test) | With PRH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J6M+ Jam Paddle | J6 elongated, 16.48 × 7.52" | Fully floated MPP + EVA ring | 6" | 111 to 116 / 6.2 to 6.7 (Honolulu) | Not tested | $128.70 |
| J6CR Crystal Blue | J6 elongated | Core Reactor, EPP center + EVA perimeter | 6" | 111 to 116 / 6.2 to 6.7 | Tier 1 | $175.50 |
| J6CR M 105 | J6 elongated, 16.48 × 7.52" | MPP Core Reactor, Dynamic PowerFlex, Control Joint | 6" | 111 to 116 / 6.2 to 6.7 (Honolulu) | Not tested | $175.50 |
| J2CR Crystal Blue | Aero Hybrid Plus, 16.2 × 7.8" | Gen 4.5, EPP center + EVA perimeter | 5.5" or 6" | 110 to 114 / 7.0 | Tier 1 | $175.50 |
| J3CR Crystal Blue | Aero Standard square | Gen 4.5, EPP center + EVA perimeter | 6" | 108 to 113 / 6.8 to 7.1 | Tier 1 | $175.50 |
Approval and availability
If you play USAP-sanctioned events, check the USAP approved list before you order any Crystal Blue paddle.
- J6M+ Jam Paddle: UPA-A approved, USAP pending. Preorder, ships end of December 2026 through early January 2027. $128.70 with code PRH.
- J6CR Crystal Blue: UPA-A approved. $175.50 with code PRH.
- J6CR M 105: UPA-A approved. $175.50 with code PRH.
- J2CR Crystal Blue: UPA-A approved, USAP pending. $175.50 with code PRH.
- J3CR Crystal Blue: UPA-A approved. $175.50 with code PRH.
Elongated: J6M+, J6CR Crystal Blue or M105
All three share the J6 outline, Crystal Blue grit and the same published weight, swing weight and twist weight ranges. The core is the choice. The J6M+ ($128.70 with code PRH) is Honolulu's Classic Plus build, a fully floated MPP core with an EVA ring and no Dynamic PowerFlex, tuned for a softer bottom end. The J6CR Crystal Blue ($175.50 with code PRH) is the Core Reactor elongated we have reviewed, with its own Tier 1 lab result. The J6CR M 105 ($175.50 with code PRH) is MPP with Core Reactor, Dynamic PowerFlex and Control Joint, positioned as Honolulu's most powerful paddle.
Head to head: J6M+ vs J6CR Crystal Blue and J6M+ vs M105.
Hybrid: J2CR Crystal Blue
The J2CR Crystal Blue ($175.50 with code PRH) is our top Honolulu pick and the one paddle to own if you only buy one. Its 7.0 twist weight is the highest in the lineup, so blocks and resets stay on line when you catch the ball off center. The 6" Extended J2 handle is the same price; choose it in the 808pickle cart.
Widebody: J3CR Crystal Blue
The J3CR Crystal Blue ($175.50 with code PRH) is the square Aero Standard face with the lightest swing in the lineup (108 to 113) and a 6" handle. Buy it if you block and counter at the kitchen in doubles.
Who each one suits
More depth on the four CR models: J2 vs J6 vs J3 vs M105 and what Crystal Blue Endurance Surface is. Care: how to clean Crystal Blue paddles.
- Lowest price for Crystal Blue: J6M+ Jam Paddle, $128.70 with code PRH.
- One paddle for everything: J2CR Crystal Blue, $175.50 with code PRH.
- Reviewed elongated, order now: J6CR Crystal Blue, $175.50 with code PRH.
- Most power: J6CR M 105, $175.50 with code PRH.
- Kitchen blocks and counters: J3CR Crystal Blue, $175.50 with code PRH.
Code
Honolulu: PRH for 10% off every Crystal Blue paddle at 808pickle.com. It is a permanent partner code. Details on our Honolulu code page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Honolulu Crystal Blue paddles are there?
Five: the J6M+ Jam Paddle, J6CR Crystal Blue, J6CR M 105, J2CR Crystal Blue and J3CR Crystal Blue.
What is the cheapest Honolulu Crystal Blue paddle?
The J6M+ Jam Paddle: $143, or $128.70 with code PRH. The other four are $195, or $175.50 with code PRH.
Which Crystal Blue paddle should I buy?
The J2CR Crystal Blue if you want one paddle for everything, the J6M+ if you want Crystal Blue for the least money, the J6CR Crystal Blue or M105 for elongated reach and power, and the J3CR Crystal Blue for kitchen blocks and counters.
Are Honolulu Crystal Blue paddles USAP approved?
All five are UPA-A approved. USAP is listed as pending on the J6M+ and J2CR Crystal Blue. Check the USAP list before a sanctioned event.
Do all Crystal Blue paddles have Tier 1 spin durability?
The J2CR, J3CR and J6CR Crystal Blue are each Tier 1 in independent lab testing. The J6M+ and M105 share the Crystal Blue surface family but have not been tested themselves.
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