CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) vs. Hero

Brand

Price

$229.99|Click for an updated price
$49.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

15.7515.6

Width

87.8

Core Thickness

160

Core Material

Upgraded Durable CoreHoneycomb

Facing Material

T700 Carbon FiberCarbon Graphite

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.37.6 - 7.6

Handle Length

4.755

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254

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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Diadem

Diadem

2015

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

13 paddles

Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) is more expensive ($229.99) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Hero (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater length (15.75 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater width (8 inches) than Hero (7.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater weight (8.15 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

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

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