CRBN³ X 16MM Power Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$170
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Our grade
Developing
Score coming soon
Thickness
16.0 mm
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
What people are saying
putaway-ready
Power
- Putaways come easier than expected—strong on drives.
- Drives get heavy without needing a huge swing: punchy without feeling wild.
Phrased for clarity.
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