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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 vs Mint Mon Ami

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

Mint Mon Ami

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.97 vs 123.47, +5.50)

Hand Speed

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.97 vs 123.47)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Mint Mon Ami

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.01 vs 6.16, +0.15)

Value

Mint Mon Ami

Lower effective price ($237.99 vs $152.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
Mint

Model

TruFoam Barrage 1
Mon Ami

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

14mm
18mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.7 oz

Swing Weight

117.97
123.47

Twist Weight

6.01
6.16

Play Style

power
all-court

Retail Price

$279.99
$179.99

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$237.99
$152.99

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 1

$237.99 (was $279.99)

Mint

Mon Ami

$152.99 (was $179.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (117.97 vs 123.47) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Mint Mon Ami if…

  • You want more power — SW 123.47 is 5.50 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.16 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $85 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans all-court — this is tuned for that style.

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