The Honolulu J6M+ "Jam Paddle" is Honolulu's most affordable Crystal Blue Endurance Surface paddle: $143, or $128.70 with code PRH (10% off).
It is a 16mm elongated paddle (16.48 × 7.52 inches, 6-inch grip) with a fully floated MPP core and an EVA outer ring, Honolulu's Classic Plus design. Honolulu lists it at 8–8.2 oz, swing weight 111–116 and twist weight 6.2–6.7, with a softer bottom-end feel than its Core Reactor Crystal Blue paddles and real attacking power. It is UPA-A approved (USAP pending), comes in White or Blue, and ships end of December 2026 through early January 2027.
Order details
Crystal Blue grit, a fully floated MPP core and J6 elongated reach for $128.70 with PRH. Honolulu calls it the Jam Paddle: a power paddle with a softer touch.
The cheapest way into Honolulu's Crystal Blue grit: a soft-touch MPP elongated for $128.70 with PRH. Preorder now; it ships end of December through early January.
Open Honolulu with our shop button, choose White or Blue, and paste PRH at checkout: $143 becomes $128.70 before tax and shipping. It is a preorder, shipping end of December 2026 through early January 2027.
Published specs
| Shape | Elongated |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.48" |
| Width | 7.52" |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Core | Multi-density foam: fully floated MPP core with an EVA outer ring (Classic Plus, Generation 4 floating core; no Dynamic PowerFlex) |
| Face | Carbon fiber; Crystal Blue™ Endurance Surface™ / Blue Grit™ |
| Grip Length | 6" |
| Weight | 8–8.2 oz |
| Swing weight | 111–116 |
| Twist weight | 6.2–6.7 |
| Spin | Not measured |
| Colors | White, Blue |
| Approval | UPA-A approved. USAP certification pending. |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Not published yet: spin. We are not filling those in.
What this page is
Honolulu built the J6M+ around a softer bottom end: more dwell time and deeper ball pocketing on dinks, drops and resets, then a lively rebound when you attack. That softer feel is relative to Honolulu's Core Reactor (CR) Crystal Blue paddles. We have not played the J6M+ yet, so this is the brand's description and what the build points to.
The construction is Honolulu's Classic Plus floating core: a fully floated MPP core with an EVA outer ring, without the Dynamic PowerFlex design of the Core Reactor series. Honolulu says the design sat in its vault since the early Generation 4 days and went through nearly five months of playtesting with the Crystal Blue surface since June.
The outline is the J6 elongated shape at 16.48 × 7.52 inches with a 6-inch grip (measured including the taper above the grip wrap), which suits two-handed backhands. Honolulu's published ranges, 8–8.2 oz, swing weight 111–116 and twist weight 6.2–6.7, match the J6CR Crystal Blue's published ranges.
Approval and warranty
Crystal Blue Endurance Surface / Blue Grit is Honolulu's patent-pending crystal-infused particulate process, built for spin, ball bite and long-term surface durability. The J6CR Crystal Blue is spin durability Tier 1 in independent lab testing; that result belongs to the J6CR, and the J6M+ shares the surface family but has not been tested itself.
Every Crystal Blue face looks a little different. Honolulu says natural variation in texture, grit distribution and shading is normal and not eligible for exchange or warranty. The paddle has a 1-year warranty and includes a premium waterproof cover with a hanging clip, a $25 value.
Who should order it
The J6M+ is for players who want Honolulu's durable Crystal Blue grit and J6 reach without paying $195. Honolulu pitches it from advanced beginners to pro-level players who like a soft, cushioned feel for the short game and still want power when they attack.
If you want Honolulu's Core Reactor response, the J6CR Crystal Blue ($175.50 with PRH) is the reviewed elongated. If you want MPP with Core Reactor and Dynamic PowerFlex, look at the J6CR M 105 ($175.50 with PRH). For a hybrid, the J2CR Crystal Blue is our top pick. Compare <a href="/articles/honolulu-j6m-plus-vs-j6cr-crystal-blue">J6M+ vs J6CR Crystal Blue</a> and <a href="/articles/honolulu-j6m-plus-vs-m105">J6M+ vs M105</a>.
Tradeoffs
Reasons to order
- Lowest-priced Crystal Blue Endurance Surface paddle: $128.70 with PRH
- Fully floated MPP core with EVA outer ring for a softer short game
- J6 elongated reach with a 6-inch grip for two-handed backhands
- Same published weight, swing weight and twist weight ranges as the J6CR Crystal Blue
- 1-year warranty and included waterproof cover ($25 value)
Reasons to wait
- Preorder: ships end of December 2026 through early January 2027
- UPA-A approved; USAP certification pending
- No Dynamic PowerFlex, which the Core Reactor Crystal Blue paddles use
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Questions
How much is the Honolulu J6M+ Jam Paddle?
$143 in White or Blue, or $128.70 with code PRH (10% off) before tax and shipping. It is Honolulu's most affordable Crystal Blue paddle.
When does the Honolulu J6M+ ship?
It is a preorder shipping end of December 2026 through early January 2027.
What is the Honolulu J6M+ core?
A fully floated MPP foam core with an EVA outer ring, Honolulu's Classic Plus Generation 4 floating-core design. It does not use the Dynamic PowerFlex design of the Core Reactor series.
Is the Honolulu J6M+ USAP approved?
It is UPA-A approved. Honolulu lists USAP certification as pending, so check the USAP list before a USAP-sanctioned event.
What are the J6M+ specs?
16mm, elongated, 16.48 × 7.52 inches, 6-inch grip, 4.125-inch grip circumference. Honolulu lists 8–8.2 oz, swing weight 111–116 and twist weight 6.2–6.7.
What is the Honolulu J6M+ discount code?
PRH takes 10% off at 808pickle.com: $128.70 instead of $143.
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