CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) vs. Spade

Brand

Price

$229.99|Click for an updated price
$199.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

15.7516.5

Width

87.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Upgraded Durable CorePolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.37.5 - 7.8

Handle Length

4.755.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.33

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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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Ace

Ace

2022

Sheridan, Wyoming

3 paddles

ACE Pickleball was started by Will and his colleague Brian McDonaugh after Will, a former competitive tennis player, transitioned to pickleball in 2022 and couldn't find a suitable paddle. Combining Will's playing expertise and Brian's industry experience, they created their high-performance flagship paddle, the Spade.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) is more expensive ($229.99) than Spade ($199.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) and Spade have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Spade has a greater length (16.5 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) (15.75 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater width (8 inches) than Spade (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) has a greater weight (8.15 oz) than Spade (7.65 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Spade has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than CRBN 2 16mm (Power Series) (4.75 inches).

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