CRBN 2 16mm Control Series vs. Solaire CFS 14 Swift

Brand

Price

$179.99|Click for an updated price
$189.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2021--

Length

15.7515.8

Width

88.2

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Honeycomb PolypropyleneResponse Honeycomb

Facing Material

T700 Carbon FiberCarbon Friction

Weight (Low-High)

7.8 - 8.17.7 - 7.7

Handle Length

4.755

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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CRBN

CRBN

2021

Newport Beach, California

10 paddles

Garrett Gosselin, the founder of CRBN Pickleball, turned his passion for pickleball into a business after being let go from his job during the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020. Obsessed with the sport, Garrett and his doubles partner designed their own paddles, which quickly gained popularity for their control, power, and sleek design. Realizing the potential, Garrett partnered with a childhood friend to start CRBN Pickleball, a company dedicated to creating high-performance paddles, driven by a love for the sport and a commitment to innovation.

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Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Solaire CFS 14 Swift is more expensive ($189.95) than CRBN 2 16mm Control Series ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    CRBN 2 16mm Control Series has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Solaire CFS 14 Swift (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Solaire CFS 14 Swift has a greater length (15.8 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm Control Series (15.75 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Solaire CFS 14 Swift has a greater width (8.2 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm Control Series (8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    CRBN 2 16mm Control Series has a greater weight (7.949999999999999 oz) than Solaire CFS 14 Swift (7.7 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Solaire CFS 14 Swift has a greater handle length (5 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm Control Series (4.75 inches).

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