CRBN
The CRBN 1 is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional balance of control, spin, and power, with reviewers consistently highlighting its soft touch and versatile performance across different game styles. The paddle earns near-universal acclaim for build quality and feel, though a small minority report durability concerns, weight preferences, and grip sizing issues.
75 positive / 16 neutral / 9 negative
| Weight | 8.2 oz |
|---|---|
| Core Thickness | 13 mm |
| Surface Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Core Material | Polymer |
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Best Paddle around: I have tried the Selkirk Mach 6,Selkirk Invicta,Selkirk Invicta 2,Joola Hyperion CF16.All are great paddles but none can match the balance and power of the Crbn1.I have the 14mm. Great spin and power as well.Though its weight is 8ounces it feels much lighter .I have at least 3 friends that have tried it and will be ordering one
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Best paddle yet: Excellent control and predictability, the ball never comes off paddle other than where I put it. I have played with a pickl and gearbox paddle and this is superior to both the other paddles which I like. 3.5 or so player
Dick's Sporting Goods
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The 14mm is Just Right: I loved the soft touch of the 16mm, but the handle circumference was big for me. I was never able get a good grip on the handle, so the paddle felt heavy and slow. It wasn’t right for me. I, however, am loving the 14mm as it’s a good balance of power and control (and smaller handle circumference). I also feel like there’s less drag compared to the 16mm, making my hands feel quicker. The 14mm is definitely elevating my play.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Received wrong item twice: Bought twice and still received the wrong product going to have to buy from another store
Pickleball Central
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Paddle seems well built. Generate lots of spin and powe. Like the longer handl for 2 handed backhand shots. Handle coverin feels sticky in my hand, thus only 4 stars.: This is my first carbon fiber paddle so I have nothing else to compare it to, but I can already see a marked improvement in my game over my old graphite paddle.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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Crbn1 14mm: Excellent product per the usual with this brand. Happy with all paddles so far from CRBN, the customer service is amazing. These paddles are the best that I’ve ever played with. I play 13mm for singles and 14mm for doubles. The sharpest looking paddle on the market!
Pickleball Central
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Color: The color selection denotes the color of the lettering - not the paddle. A bit misleading. Was expecting a white paddle...got black. Annoyed.
Pickleball Central
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CBRN-1 paddle : Love my new paddle. The 16mm thickness really softened up my game. The graphite surface places the balls where I intend them to go.
Pickleball Central
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crbn1 16 mm 8.0 oz : i purchased the crbn 1 paddle 16mm this is a nice paddle for control , directional shot making dinking with this paddle is good for tipping it into various parts of you opponents kitchen the crbn 1 16mm works well with spins also .
Pickleball Central
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The CRBN1 14mm: Excellent paddle. The best control I’ve had in a paddle with impressive spin potential. It has power if you have the right swing, but it’s not a strength. I find drop shots so much easier with it.
Pickleball Central
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Happy with this purchase : Arrived 7 days ago, played 5 times. Love it!
Pickleball Central
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Crbn 1 : I have had the paddle about a month. I am enjoying it and it seems very solid.
Pickleball Central
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CRBN1: I tried several other paddles including several Joolas and found the CRBN1 to have the best balance between power and control.
Pickleball Central
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Pretty awesome!: I have only been playing pickleball for a little over a year but as a former racquetball and tennis player, I am a bit of an equipment snob. I do my research and I like to buy the best. My first paddle was a Babolat MNSTR, followed by the Gearbox CX14E. The CRBN1 is the best by far because it feels like I have more control and power when I need it. I like a longer paddle handle and this one is the same length as my Gearbox. The only downside is that the grip is a bit bigger than
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CRBN 1 Review: I have only been playing pickleball for four months but decided to upgrade from a beginner paddle to this one because I am hooked on the sport. I find this paddle to have exceptionally good control, feel, spin, and touch. It is a comfortable paddle to play with as there is no harsh vibration even from shots that miss the sweet spot. I also was very pleased with the service from Pickleball Central. I received the product quickly and in perfect condition. There was even a personal n
Pickleball Central
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CRBN1 Carbon fiber paddle: I have been using this paddle for about 6 weeks now - 70 year old "rec" player, playing about twice per week. The carbon fiber is already starting to brake down on the face of the paddle. Also the paddle cover zipper broke after about 3 weeks. I might get 2 or 3 more months use out of this paddle before I replace it. The paddle looks good and feels good in your hand, but would not recommend this paddle due to its short life span. Not a good value at $144.00.
Pickleball Central
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Game Improvement Paddle: I have a tennis background, but fairly new to pickleball (less than a year of casual playing). I’ve been struggling controlling the ball like I can in tennis, but this paddle has changed that. Not quite point and shoot, but significantly more control than my previous paddles which include Gamma Hellbender, Selkirk Invikta, other less expensive paddles. The power is very well balanced as well. I keep the ball in the court a lot more, but it has reserve power if needed
Pickleball Central
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Carbon 1: This is an excellent paddle for spin and good power.
Pickleball Central
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Awesome grit, a little heavy: Play tested the CRBN 1 and thought it was love at first sight. Pulled the trigger on a Black Friday Sale but I’m not sure if it’s my one true paddle after all. Great touch, amazing spin but a little heavier than I’m used to. I feel like I have to wail on the ball to put it away. If I were to do it again, I might opt for the 14 or 13 mm instead of the 16…that or I’ll just stick with my lighter, faster, a little bit poppier Pursuit MX 6.0 and miss out on the great(er)
Pickleball Central
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crbn1 16 mm 8.0 oz : the carbn1 16mm / 8.0 0z is a very good paddle the paddle, has great spin and very good control , i was able to hit good cross court dinks and hit some very good winners . top spin under spin , and side spin , the paddle has good power too , as i had to ease up a on some service returns , i played with paddle for 3 hrs and this defiantly is a keeper .
Pickleball Central
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CRBN1 Paddle : I love this paddle! I love the spin I am able to get on the ball with it's texture. I'd buy it again!
Pickleball Central
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From my perspective - thoughts: I like the grip length, but it is a bit small for my hand size. This paddle has a bit more power than the tempest reign Paddletek, but it still seems to lack the power that I find in Ben John's Joola. Good control, but I need control and power.
Pickleball Central
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Pickleball Product Review: Great surface for spin on this paddle. I found this paddle a bit awkward for net play and dinking. Lots of power on drives. Perhaps a bit heavy for me.
Pickleball Central
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Question the Racket’s legality: Is this racket part of the question about its legality by the Pickleball governing body?
Pickleball Central
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USPA Temporary Ban? -- I'll wait for the reissue!: That's how much I love this paddle!! Searched high and low and was loving this paddle like no other. Will play with my ancient/dented Selkirk until the new issue is released!
Pickleball Central
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CRBN1 paddle : I had a short list of paddles I wanted to try and picked the CRBN without any hesitation. Tried the Tempest, Electrum, Joola and CX14. It only took about 3 dinks before I knew this was the right fit. I liked all of the others but the CRBN had the right feel, sound, touch and power. I also liked the handle size and shape the best. This paddle has fantastic touch for the soft game and resets but also has good power on drives.
Pickleball Central
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CRBN 1: Great spin and control
Pickleball Central
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Great paddle: This is a fantastic paddle. I’ve been playing with the CRBN1 13mm for 1 month and decided I’d try the 16mm variation for use in doubles. I was pleasantly surprised that it had almost as much power as the 13, but with a larger sweet spot, better stability, and excellent when resetting. I just may use this paddle for singles as well. We’ll done CRBN.
Pickleball Central
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Grit for the win!: Excellent paddle for spinners with strong power.
Pickleball Central
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Great Paddle - Good Spin, Pop & Touch: The CRBN1 is a really good paddle with exceptional spin. I was playing with the Electrum “E” when the CRBN 1 caught my attention. The surfaces (look, feel & grit) are nearly identical. Here’s where I am - the CRBN1 is an exceptional paddle in terms of pop, spin and touch. The Electrum “E” is the same in all of these characteristics. If you don’t have the “E”, I would def recommend giving the CRBN1 a try, esp if spin/top-spin is part of your game. The “E” an
Pickleball Central
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CRBN 13mm : Excellent power and touch with this paddle. Great amount of spin can be generated.
Pickleball Central
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CRBN-1: Pickleball Central always does a great job of shipping it out quickly.As for the paddle,super soft touch.This is my second one and as much as I use the first one the surface has not worn down at all. Bought the second one just to have a back up. I’m finished looking for the right paddle.This is it!
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