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CRBN³ X 16MM Power Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle

100Universal Acclaim

The CRBN³ X 16MM receives universal praise from reviewers for its exceptional control, spin generation, and build quality. The paddle's textured surface and large sweet spot consistently outperform competitors, though some users note reduced touch on off-center hits.

Sentiment Breakdown

100 positive / 0 neutral / 0 negative

Pros

  • Exceptional control and spin generation
  • Built-in texture provides superior feel vs. sprayed alternatives
  • Large, forgiving sweet spot
  • Excellent power and pop off the paddle
  • Comfortable handle and well-balanced design

Cons

  • Reduced control and touch on off-center hits
  • Learning curve of 2-3 games to fully realize potential

What Reviewers Mention

Control
57% of reviews
Spin
43% of reviews
Build Quality
43% of reviews
Sweet Spot
29% of reviews
Power
29% of reviews

Specifications

Core Thickness16 mm
Face MaterialCarbon Fiber
Exit Velocity38.41 mph mph
Spin Rate1314.62 rpm rpm
Consistency2.61 sd sd
Swing Weight924.77 oz/sq in oz/sq in
Twist Weight30.74 oz/sq in oz/sq in
Balance Point9.53 in in

Where to Buy

Most Recent Reviews: Showing 7 reviews

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Love, my CRBN — Pros: Are use the CRBN 16mm and the CRBN 14mm, and the CRBN 16mm 1X. Depending on how I am feeling and what I want to get from my paddle I interchange. I would not use any other paddle as I feel I get a tremendous amount of response from my one X and 14 mm and on my 16 mm I get a tremendous amount of control. I use them daily from 3 to 4 hours a day and they virtually look brand new the surface stays constant no dead spots ever. Worth every penny. — Cons: None

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Absolutely the best — Pros: This paddle gives me the power and control I have never had. I am a advanced beginner. All In was told , don't move to this advanced paddle too soon. Don't believe it. JustPaddles guarantees your satisfaction. — Cons: None so far.It will take two or three games to realize what this paddle can do.

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Crbn 1x 16mm — Pros: Absolutely love this paddle. The spin I get with it has really added to my game. — Cons: I haven’t found anything about this paddle that I don’t like.

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CRBN 1X vs. Jola / Selkirk — Pros: Texture is built into paddle not sprayed Unlike Jola Hyp. This CRBN paddle feels better built. Sweet spot is much larger than both Jola and Selkirk Air ( the Air to me feels like a gearbox +. It’s a small sweet spot & Selkirk air vibrates to much of you hit a ball not with sweet spot of paddle. The “Pop” off the CRBN seams to be a lot more than the Jola or Selkirk so that will take so time adjusting to. Overall. If you own a Jola , it’s an easy transition to the CRBN. However if this is your first paddle that’s built like this. They are fantastic, but you need to give yourself a week or two ( depending on how much you play. To get used to the paddle — Cons: Not many so far. Cost was high. But you can’t call that a “Con”. It’s our choice to pay a premium for a better built paddle. The R&D. Going into paddle technology is extremely costly and people do not realize that. CRBN are not OEM label slap paddles. They are built 100# by CRBN. If you can get your hands on on. “Just try it “

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Very Good Paddle — Pros: I like the control and it has just enough power for my game. The paddle feels good in my hand and feels well built. — Cons: I have less control and touch when the ball hits towards the edges of the paddle.

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Just what I was looking for. Love it! — Pros: Love the feel when the ball makes contact with this paddle. The spin I can generate is as good as others said in reviews. My background is tennis so I love to snap back topspins and side spins. Didn’t know if I’d like the elongated design but oh ya. The handle is the right size and comfortable. Yes, I do occasionally use my tennis two-handed backhand and the longer handle works well for this. — Cons: The only negative was the higher price but I justified it like I have other purchases recently. Another retirement gift! I deserve it right!

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JustPaddles

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CRBN 1X — Pros: Great for control and spin. — Cons: -

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