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CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 14mm vs CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 14mm
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm
Price
$279.99
$279.99
Swing Weight
124
125
Twist Weight
5.83
6.37
Weight
7.8 oz
8.4 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Power
58.3 MPH
58.3 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
36.7 MPH
Spin
2280 RPM
2368 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
Gen 4
Balance
249mm
246mm

CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 14mm

This paddle delivers top 8% power (58.3 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, top 6% spin (2280 RPM) — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.3 MPH puts it in the top 8% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2280 RPM — top 6% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts

CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 14mm

This paddle delivers top 8% power (58.3 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, top 1% spin (2368 RPM) — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.3 MPH puts it in the top 8% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2368 RPM — top 1% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Heavy swing weight of 125 (top 5%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Very high swing weight of 125 (top 5%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
  • −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy Players

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