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Paddle Comparison

CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 vs Head Radical

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

Head Radical

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.75 vs 118.67, +0.92)

Hand Speed

CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.75 vs 118.67)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Head Radical

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.26 vs 6.46, +0.20)

Value

Head Radical

Lower effective price ($251.99 vs $169.15, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

CRBN
Head

Model

TruFoam Genesis 3
Radical

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

14mm
15mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.4 oz

Swing Weight

117.75
118.67

Twist Weight

6.26
6.46

Play Style

all-court
control

Retail Price

$279.99
$199.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$251.99
$169.15

CRBN

TruFoam Genesis 3

$251.99 (was $279.99)

Head

Radical

$169.15 (was $199.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3 if…

  • Your game leans all-court — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Head Radical if…

  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.46 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $83 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

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