CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) vs. Atomic 5.0

Brand

Price

$229.99|Click for an updated price
$79.81|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

15.7516

Width

88

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Upgraded Durable CorePolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

T700 Carbon FiberComposite

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.38.1 - 8.1

Handle Length

4.755

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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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Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) is more expensive ($229.99) than Atomic 5.0 ($79.81).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Atomic 5.0 (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?

    Atomic 5.0 has a greater length (16 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) (15.75 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) and Atomic 5.0 have the same width (8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater weight (8.15 oz) than Atomic 5.0 (8.1 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Atomic 5.0 has a greater handle length (5 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) (4.75 inches).

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