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Head-to-Head Comparison

CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) vs CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)

The CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) scores 8.9 and the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) scores 8.6 on our spec-based rating scale. Calculated from each maker’s published specs; we don’t play-test paddles.

Ratings Head to Head

CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated)CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)
Power1010
Control87.5
Spin9.59
Sweet spot88
Research score8.98.6

Which Suits Your Game?

Player typeCRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated)CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)
Beginners8.58.2
Touch players8.58.2
Power hitters9.29.0
Spin players9.28.8

Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted

Key Differences

  • The biggest gap is control: the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) rates 8 to the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)’s 7.5.
  • On spin, the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
  • They tie on power (10) and sweet spot (8).
  • Price: the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) costs less right now (see the prices above).

The Verdict

Pick the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) if you want more control and more spin, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.

Pick the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) if you want a lower price.

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Specs Side by Side

SpecCRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated)CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)
Weight7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average)7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average)
ShapeElongatedElongated
Length16.5 in16.5 in
Width7.5 in7.5 in
Core thickness14 mm14 mm
Core100% TruFoam Gen-4 floating foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core
FaceT700 raw carbon fiberT700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer
Handle length5.5 in5.5 in
Grip size4.125 in4.125 in
Price$229.99 (list $279.99)$199.99 (list $279.99)
USA Pickleball approvedYesYes

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 CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) or the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)?

On our spec-based scale the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) scores higher (8.9 vs 8.6). By player type, the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.

Which has more power, the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) or the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)?

They rate the same for power on our scale (10).

Which is better for beginners, the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) or the CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)?

The CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) scores higher for beginners (8.5 vs 8.2), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.

Are the CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) and CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated) approved for tournament play?

Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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