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CRBN TruFoam Waves 1 vs Selkirk Labs Project 008 Tour 13mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
CRBN TruFoam Waves 1
Selkirk Labs Project 008 Tour 13mm
Price
$280
$288
Swing Weight
119
118
Twist Weight
5.79
5.36
Weight
7.8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
14mm
13mm
Power
56.5 MPH
56.8 MPH
Pop
36.2 MPH
36.3 MPH
Spin
2038.5 RPM
2050 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
Gen 4
Balance
243mm
238.5mm

CRBN TruFoam Waves 1

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

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Selkirk Labs Project 008 Tour 13mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.36 (bottom 4%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
  • −Premium price at $288 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Singles PlayersTennis Converts
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