CRBN's CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) is positioned at the flagship end of the range, designed around competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape.
Build at a glance
- Core thickness14mm
- Face materialTORAY T700 raw carbon fibre
- ConstructionPolypropylene honeycomb core
- ShapeElongated (16.5" length)
- Skill levelPro
- Play styleControl · Power · Spin · All-court
What this paddle does well
TORAY T700 carbon is the modern competitive standard — same weave grade you find on paddles £80 more expensive. The face grips the ball for proper spin generation without flexing unpredictably under impact.
Fibreglass faces are softer than carbon — more dwell time, more forgiveness on mishits, slightly less spin. Better for control-first players who prioritise touch.
A 14mm core leans more towards pop than control. Faster off the face, slightly punchier on resets — suits players who attack from the baseline.
Who it's for
This paddle is designed with competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape in mind. If you've moved past entry-tier paddles and want to feel the difference at every contact, the spec is here.
The honest trade-offs
You give up some kitchen-game control compared to a 16mm core in exchange for the extra pop. the elongated shape gives reach but tightens the sweet spot — off-centre contact is less forgiving than a standard shape. the price reflects premium materials and tighter tolerances — the marginal performance gain over a £150 paddle is real but small for most amateurs.
How it sits in the range
Browse CRBN's full UK line to compare against the brand's other models, or the wider paddle range to compare against equivalents from other brands at this tier.
Frequently asked
How does the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) compare to other paddles in this price band?
At this price you're competing against the equivalent tier from Selkirk SLK, JOOLA, Head Radical, and Vatic Pro. The differences come down to face grit, edge guard quality, and brand-specific feel — best to read the spec sheet, not just the badge.
Is the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) too advanced for a beginner?
This paddle is engineered for advanced and tournament-bound players — tighter tolerances, more demanding sweet spot. Beginners can play it, but won't access most of what makes it special. Consider a £30–£90 starter paddle first.
How long will this paddle last?
1–2 seasons of regular weekly play before noticeable dead-spot creep. Thermoformed unibody paddles tend toward the longer end of that range; sandwich-construction paddles toward the shorter.
What core thickness is the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)?
The CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) uses a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core. 14mm sits between the control-first 16mm and power-first 13mm — a balanced choice.
Does this paddle come with a cover?
Cover inclusion varies by model and batch. Where CRBN bundles a cover, we mention it explicitly in the listing. Otherwise, paddle covers are sold separately and we recommend one for any paddle £100+.
What's the face made of?
The face is TORAY T700 raw carbon fibre. TORAY T700 is the modern competitive grade — known for consistent spin generation and stiffness across the face.