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CRBN's New TruFoam Genesis Paddles In-Depth Review

January 30, 2025 CRBN Paddles

Revolutionize your pickleball game with CRBN's Genesis TruFoam paddles - meticulously engineered to unleash explosive spin and precision control. Discover the secret to unmatched durability and adaptability, as the proprietary closed-cell foam core combined with strategically molded voids offers a harmonious blend of flex, weight reduction, and unwavering performance over time.

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TL;DR

CRBN’s new Genesis TruFoam paddles deliver exceptional spin, reasonable power for control, and improved durability via a proprietary closed-cell foam core with molded voids designed for added flex and weight reduction. The elongated TFG1 and TFG3 offer more power but narrower sweet spots, while the widebody TFG2 trades some power for maneuverability and a broader sweet spot. Adding weights helps maximize forgiveness. Minimal break-in is required, maintaining consistent performance over time.

CRBN TruFoam Genesis Paddles Review

Introduction

  • CRBN’s new TruFoam Genesis paddles are their first release since the popular X Series
  • Completely redesigned with a new core material aimed at performance and durability
  • Intended for players wanting power and spin over the X Series, with reduced risk of core crushing

TruFoam Core Technology

  • 100% proprietary foam core inspired by surfboard cores
  • Closed-cell high-density foam, likely polystyrene or polyurethane blend
  • Core has molded recesses/voids to increase flex, dwell time, and reduce weight
  • Unibody design bonded with epoxy, not thermoformed
  • 5 layers of unidirectional carbon fiber in face, plus bidirectional fiberglass in sweet spot

Performance Metrics

  • Compared to database of nearly 300 paddles
  • Power falls in lower power category, below Bantam EXS, CRBN, Yola models
  • Exceptional spin due to peel ply texture and increased dwell time
  • TFG1 and TFG3 (elongated) high power/spin, narrow sweet spot, less maneuverable
  • TFG2 (widebody) balanced power/spin, broader sweet spot, more maneuverable

Playing Impressions

  • Don’t immediately feel exceptional, but grow on you over time
  • Exceptional spin for shaping balls
  • Consistency across face, can trust paddle
  • Pleasant feel due to foam dampening vibration
  • Wider sweet spot on TFG2 preferred
  • Heavier than previous X Series, adjustment needed
  • Recommended adding tungsten tape to broaden sweet spot

Durability and Break-In

  • Minimal power increase during break-in period (1% for power, 3% for pop)
  • No core crushing issues expected due to solid foam core
  • Potential disbonding of face layers is only foreseen durability concern
  • Retains spin well compared to raw carbon fiber

Conclusion

  • Recommended for players wanting reasonable power, great spin, and durability
  • 30-day trial period and 1-year warranty
  • 10% discount with code JOHNQ brings price to $252


TruFoam Genesis paddles offer great spin with reasonable power and enhanced durability thanks to the innovative foam core. While adjustment is needed for the weight, the TFG2 widebody is recommended for its balanced performance and broader sweet spot. Overall, a solid purchase for players prioritizing spin and consistency.