CRBN CRBN1 16mm Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $179.99. Swing weight: 122. Twist weight: 6.02. Weight: 7.9 oz. Spin: 1650 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Heavy swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- Limited spin at 1650 RPM (bottom 8%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 122 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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CRBN1 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
$179.99
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
122
Twist Weight
6.02
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Spin
1650 RPM
Balance
245mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1650 RPM (bottom 8%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles Players
Swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 122 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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