米シカゴ拠点のパドルメーカーCPXが、同社初のフルフォーム熱成型（Full Foam Thermoformed）パドル「HYPER+」の出荷を2026年4月に開始した。独自素材「HyperFoam X Core」により、従来のハニカム構造パドルでは60〜70%にとどまるスイートスポットカバー率を99%に引き上げたと主張している。USA Pickleball公認取得済みで、予約販売価格は定価300ドルの50%オフとなる150ドル（約22,500円）だった。
HyperFoam X Core—the turning point from honeycomb to full foam
Conventional pickleball paddles have adopted a polypropylene honeycomb structure as the core. It's a design where hexagonal cells absorb impact, achieving both light weight and rigidity. But the honeycomb structure has an inherent weakness. Dead spots (areas where rebound drops) arise at the boundaries between cells, so you can't get a uniform feel across the whole face of the paddle.
CPX's HyperFoam X Core took a fundamentally different approach to this problem. In a thermoforming process, it fills the entire interior of the paddle with a proprietary foam material, eliminating air gaps and cell boundaries. As a result, it says it achieved a structure that delivers a consistent energy return no matter where on the paddle face you hit.
Spec details—an elongated shape at 225g and 16mm thickness
| Item | CPX HYPER+ | Typical honeycomb paddle |
|---|---|---|
| Core Material | HyperFoam X Core (full foam) | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 13〜16mm |
| Face material | Raw carbon fiber | Carbon fiber / glass fiber |
| Weight | 225g ±5g（7.9oz） | 220〜240g |
| Face width | 190mm | 190〜200mm |
| Face height | 420mm | 400〜420mm |
| Grip length | 140mm | 120〜140mm |
| Shape | Elongated | Standard / elongated |
| Sweet spot | 99% | 60〜70% |
| Edge guard | Red-Line Edge Technology | Standard edge guard |
The shape is elongated, a design that emphasizes reach and spin performance. The 140mm grip length also accommodates a two-handed backhand. It adopts raw (unprocessed) carbon fiber for the face material, a spec that earns spin volume through the surface's grit.
Manufacturer's stated performance values—power 98, control 92, spin 98
CPX indicates the HYPER+'s performance across three metrics: power 98, control 92, spin 98 (all out of 100). While putting forward a combination of power and spin, it's characteristic that it also keeps control in the 90s.
That said, note that these are figures based on the manufacturer's own standards, not PBCoR (Paddle Ball Coefficient of Restitution) test results from a third-party body. It would be wise to reserve judgment on the actual playing feel until user reviews are in.
Voices from industry insiders and users
"CPX is a paddle where I felt the difference the moment I first picked it up. The claim that the ball feel is uniform across the whole face is convincing once you actually use it."—from a CPX user review
"The full-foam structure is the biggest material shift in the paddle industry. The move away from honeycomb could become an irreversible trend."—from the Empower Pickleball 2026 paddle report
"The figure of a 99% sweet spot is bold, but considering the physical properties of a foam core, it holds up theoretically. The question is durability."—a U.S. paddle reviewer
Impact on Japanese players—how to buy and points to note
The CPX HYPER+ can be purchased directly from the CPX official site (cpxpickleball.com), with same-day shipping from the Chicago warehouse and free shipping. As for international shipping to Japan, you'll need to check the official site.
Points for Japanese players to note when considering a purchase are as follows.
- USA Pickleball certified：JPA（日本ピックルボール協会）主催大会でも使用可能な可能性が高いが、大会ごとのレギュレーション確認を推奨
- 90-day money-back guarantee：海外からの返品対応については事前に確認を
- Lifetime warranty：破損時の無償交換と送料無料が付帯
- Customs duty and import consumption tax：個人輸入の場合、商品価格の60%に対して関税が課される可能性あり
For those interested in foam-core paddles,the Honolulu Gen4 foam-core paddleand2026 Paddle Trend Reportis also worth referencing.
2026年フォームコア市場の動向──複数メーカーが同時参入
2026年のパドル市場では、フォームコアが最大のトレンドになっている。CPX HYPER+に加え、Honoluluは「Gen4」フォームコアパドルを4月に出荷開始。Bread & ButterのLocoもフルフォーム構造で市場に登場している。
The biggest difference from conventional honeycomb-structure paddles is the uniformity of feel and the reduced vibration. Empower Pickleball's 2026 report cites three advantages of foam cores: "more consistent energy return," "reduced vibration," and "a wider sweet spot."
The birth of the Paddletek GroupCombined with industry realignment driven by it, the paddle market has entered a turbulent period where technological innovation and corporate consolidation are advancing at the same time.
CPX HYPER+ purchase information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product name | CPX HYPER+ |
| List price | $300 (about 45,000 yen) |
| Pre-order price | $150（50%オフ・受付終了） |
| Shipping timing | April 2026 (shipping has begun) |
| Where to buy | cpxpickleball.com |
| Shipping | Same-day shipping from Chicago, free shipping |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty (free replacement + free shipping) |
| Returns | 90-day money-back guarantee |
| Certification | USA Pickleball Approved |
Summary
CPX HYPER+は、フルフォーム熱成型という新しい製造技術でパドル業界に参入した製品だ。99%スイートスポットという数字の真偽は、今後の第三者レビューや大会での実績で検証されるだろう。定価300ドルに対して生涯保証と90日間返金保証が付帯している点は、メーカーの品質確保への姿勢を示している。フォームコア陣営の一角として、2026年後半のパドル市場をどう動かすか、実際の耐久性データとユーザー評価の蓄積が判断材料となる。
FAQ
What does the CPX HYPER+'s 99% sweet spot actually mean?
It refers to the full-foam structure giving the entire paddle face nearly uniform rebound. With a conventional honeycomb core, dead spots arose at cell boundaries and the sweet spot was around 60-70%. However, 99% is a figure based on the manufacturer's own standards, and third-party verification has not yet come out.
Can the CPX HYPER+ be used in official Japanese tournaments?
Because it has obtained USA Pickleball certification, it can be used in tournaments that adopt USA Pickleball-compliant rules. For JPA-hosted tournaments, please check the list of approved paddles for each tournament.
Which is better, a foam-core paddle or a honeycomb paddle?
Foam cores excel in the width of the sweet spot and vibration absorption, while honeycomb has strengths in light weight and a proven track record. It depends on your playing style and preference, but the 2026 trend leans toward foam cores. It's best to test-hit both and choose the one that suits you.
