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CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm) vs Ronbus R1 Nova
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Specs Comparison
Spec
CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm)
Ronbus R1 Nova
Price
$229.99
$180
Swing Weight
121
118
Twist Weight
6.03
6
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
15mm
16mm
Power
54.65 MPH
54.4 MPH
Pop
35.15 MPH
34.2 MPH
Spin
1916 RPM
1883 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
243.5mm
242mm
CRBN 1X Power Series (14 mm)
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.65 MPH power — an all-court option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 121 (87th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Below-average power at 54.65 MPH (12th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 35.15 MPH (17th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
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Ronbus R1 Nova
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.4 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — a control option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
Cons
- −Below-average power at 54.4 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.2 MPH (bottom 4%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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