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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 vs Selkirk Tesla

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

Selkirk Tesla

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.97 vs 121.52, +3.55)

Hand Speed

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.97 vs 121.52)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Tesla

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.01 vs 6.06, +0.05)

Value

CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1

Lower effective price ($237.99 vs $450.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
Selkirk

Model

TruFoam Barrage 1
Tesla

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

14mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

117.97
121.52

Twist Weight

6.01
6.06

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$279.99
$450.00

Discount

15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$237.99
$450.00

CRBN

TruFoam Barrage 1

$237.99 (was $279.99)

Selkirk

Tesla

$450.00

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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 121.52) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $212 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk Tesla if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.52 is 3.55 points higher.

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