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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 vs CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.97 vs 108.77, +9.20)

Hand Speed

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.97 vs 108.77)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.01 vs 6.88, +0.87)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
CRBN

Model

TruFoam Barrage 1
TruFoam Barrage 2

Shape

Elongated
Widebody

Thickness

14mm
14mm

Weight

8.0 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

117.97
108.77

Twist Weight

6.01
6.88

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$279.99
$279.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$237.99
$237.99

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 1

$237.99 (was $279.99)

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 2

$237.99 (was $279.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 if…

  • You want more power — SW 117.97 is 9.20 points higher.
  • You prefer the elongated shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (108.77 vs 117.97) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.88 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the elongated.

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