Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Elongated
Players who want reach, spin and a thermoformed build
$165at Bread & Butter
CRBN
CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)
Two-handed players who want reach and a soft, all-court foam feel
$199.99at CRBN
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth ElongatedCRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)
Power8.510
Control97.5
Spin9.59
Sweet spot8.57.5
Research score8.98.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.8 | 8.0 |
| Touch players | 8.9 | 8.1 |
| Power hitters | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 8.8 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) rates 10 to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated’s 8.5.
- Control goes to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated (9 vs 7.5).
- On sweet spot, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated is ahead: 8.5 vs 7.5.
- Spin goes to the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated (9.5 vs 9).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated against 14 mm for the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle). The thinner CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) is the heavier of the two, by about 0.2 oz on average.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Pick the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) if you want more power and more weight behind the ball.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.6–8.0 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated (long handle) |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.375 in | 7.35 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | T700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer (peel ply) |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.75 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $165 | $199.99 (list $279.99) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated scores higher (8.9 vs 8.5). By player type, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated suits beginners, touch players and spin players better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)?
The CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated or the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)?
The Bread & Butter Filth Elongated scores higher for beginners (8.8 vs 8.0), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Elongated and CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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