Edge 18k - Power Pro vs. CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series)
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | CRBNSee all paddles |
Price | $239.95|Click for an updated price | $229.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2023 |
Length | 16.4 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Honeycomb | Upgraded Durable Core |
Facing Material | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber | T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8 | 7.8 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 5.7 | 5.25 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Edge 18k - Power Pro is more expensive ($239.95) than CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) ($229.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Edge 18k - Power Pro and CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Edge 18k - Power Pro (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Edge 18k - Power Pro and CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Edge 18k - Power Pro has a greater weight (8 oz) than CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) (7.949999999999999 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Edge 18k - Power Pro has a greater handle length (5.7 inches) than CRBN 3 16mm (Power Series) (5.25 inches).