No thermoform, and just glued foam core....how can they justify 280 !

Thanks for the honest review, as much as other paddle reviewers try to push in on us, you said what had to be said and still kept your honest opinion.

Will you review the quiet paddles? I tried the Hush and really like it but it's too powerful, so it's not approved. I don't really care about the noise but want the vibration dampening(tennis elbow). Any suggestions? I'm currently using the Legacy Pro. I like a long handle for two handed shots.

Why do some call lthis an overgrip since you have to strip the old grip off? The overgrip is the one you have to put over this. I ripped mine putting it on. No more $30 grips for me.

Yup! Bangers be banging!

What is the polymer of the foam? Is it a styrofoam for instance?

I wanted to make a foam core paddle over 15 years ago ( I had a surfboard co & was looking to use leftover foam for something) app said no foam cores allowed. I wonder what changed?

I have watched every episode for awhile and it’s so good to see you back. I had a practice session with it a week before launch. I would say anyone coming from a power paddle (mod, paddletek, 3s, gearbox, and ripple) were understandably disappointed. I think this paddle is great for anyone coming from all court paddle but I agree not worth the cost IMO with cheaper alternatives available.

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Love your content! Wanted to get your thoughts as you always have amazing perspective. We all know how fast pickleball has grown. It really seems to be fueled by the age groups of 35 - 65. People into their careers, close to or already retired, with some expendable fun's & some time to play. That being said, with all the paddles & balls getting hotter & hotter...now changing the game, although younger players may like this, do you think it's going to ultimately be bad for the growth of the sport? Possibly deter the masses of people in those age groups that actually were drawn to the sport due to the "slower" aspects of the game. I enjoy a faster game, but let's face it.....a faster & more aggressive style game can be intimidating to a very, very large demographic. Thoughts?

slow hands.... I have full rips against me with the gen 3 and mod. Still won't get me

Practice for 3.0 players should consist of standing in the middle of the court and hitting the ball back and forth with each other. They will struggle. Once they get to a point they aren’t struggling then they will be much better.

This paddle is definitely for beginners. Not the type of paddle you will get used to on the first trial. The spin on the 007 is insane and probably the best in the market now. If you have been using 16mm or a control paddle trying to switch to the 007, you are gonna have a hard time. The power drive with this paddle with the extra top spin is just insane!

I differ to disagree on the eggless paddle less durable and feels less consistent than edge guard paddle. I somehow feel that eggless paddles aesthetically more eye pleasing, of course protective and edge guard tape is a must. Somehow a lot faster than edge guard paddle and definitely ease on the drive and front volley. Edgeless paddle =Fast paddle as well as able to tweak the weight to own’s preference is actually more advantageous than edge guard paddle. Sweet spot is definitely not an issue. Having said playing with heavy paddle does not necessary give more consistency.

Can’t wait for Labs 008 review !

Who's the guy in the teal shirt at 12:30? He looks like a very good player.

Stock for both- Pulse V or TFG2 for sweet spot size?

Was wondering how much that tungsten tape lowered the balance point of the paddle?

You nailed it exactly! I played with it yesterday and there was zero wow factor like I found with the MOD and other Gen 3 paddles. Durability and spin are the only 2 reasons that you would buy this for and that is it. Power was much lower than I thought it would be for sure. Selling mine back to the company today!

Played with it yesterday and it is an average paddle at best. It may be good for durability but it doesn't play better than anything that I have played with recently. The Engage Pursuit Pro blows it away in every category except for maybe spin. I didn't notice this amazing "dwell time" that everyone is talking about because I was really looking for that aspect.

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Here's my take. The last line of CRBNs - great paddles. They took their time like Paddletek and Franklin (who also had periods where nothing was released) and now they have paddles which are better, and comply. Unlike other brands who have had to undo, re-do and cause a stir, this shows that it's worth doing it right even if it means a lot of trial and error and releasing things a little later. I'm sure they're great paddles... just not in my price range.

Handle length for selkirk invikta shape varies between lines

I've been playing the Invicta Power Air for the last year or so and really like that paddle. How would this paddle compare?

Imagine if youtubers did videos on what basketball shoes made you a better player lol. All jokes aside for what these paddles cost it not going to take you go from being a Honda Civic to a Lambo. It does not matter too much what is inside the paddle, as long as it doesn't weight a ton. It wont up your 20 mph serve to 50 mph and wont help with your pop ups at the net that are getting your partner grilled.

How does the ESQ C compare against the TKO CX?

I pre-ordered the 3 shape primarily because it seemed to utilize the entire allowed dimensions as opposed to the 1 shape. It sounds like that might not have been a good choice based on how it played in your experience, and the high swing weight.

Code makes the price $252 not $262 🙂

Great content as usual. The opening introduction segment is so professional. In the market to purchasing a new paddle. Had decided that it was going to be a Rombus Ripple. However, after another pause to the announced 1-31-25 release, considering other paddles. After watching your review of the CRBN Genesis, looks like I have found what I'm looking for. Would appreciate your input in a comparison between the Ripple and Genesis. Thanks

How does the TFG2 perform compared to paddletek Bantam ALWC 14.3? I love my alwc but sometimes the sweetspot size is too small for my skills 😭😭😭

too much for me when there are so many great paddles well below 200....we are paying for their research and not the product...selkirk, proton crbn, they are getting a little full of themselves

Can you put two hands on the 3?

The title in KZbin is our more expensive rackets worth it essentially, and you don’t even get to it until 50 minutes later and then at the end you say OK let’s get to the main subject as the very last subject and then you said let’s go through it quickly it says if it was a teaser that didn’t have any substance to your video Thank you for adding a menu so I could just click more go down. See the section I wanted and ignore the rest. Please make your titles more reflective of the content

How does it compare to the Gearbox Ultimate Hyper? I know you’ve played with both so super curious!

Will you be reviewing the proton preoject flamingo?

One thing to note though. If you don’t like it you can send it back within 30 days. That’s a pretty good deal!

Is it me or does that foam core looks like the cheap material they use to ship food........

Excellent! Everyone is raving about these paddles, but you’re the only one to talk about the price to bang-for-the-buck wow factor. I mean, who wouldn’t want to main these paddles if you’re receiving them for free? So thank you SO MUCH for your honest “If I had to spend my own money” insights. I really appreciate your opinion.

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11six24 review soon? 👀

disclaimer.. this paddle is still more powerful than most gen 2 and some gen 3 paddles

280usd for “foam” is ridiculous

I feel like companies love to throw claims out there without validating them. CRBN may be the first styrofoam paddle but definitely not the first foam paddle. The Adidas Metalbone was a full foam core and last year there was also Firefly Sports and their foam core paddles. Those are firm non-eva foam paddles too. Just saying.

Your unit varies in heft. Is that due to dimensions and filling?

I love the closing plug for 11six24 power paddles!😜❤

WE’RE BACK BABY 2025 HERE WE COME

Completely random question. What hooks or hangers do you use for your paddles?

The problem is the peel ply will only last 6 months - so it’s useless to have a core that will last longer than that!

Hope they add a user-replaceable grid surface.

What are you using as your main paddle right now? I followed you with the DBD a year or so ago and am super happy. Just wondering if you have moved away!?