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CRBN 2 Original 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Review, Specs & Used Buying Guide
CRBN 2 Original 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Review, Specs & Used Buying Guide
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The CRBN 2 Original 16mm is the widebody counterpart to the CRBN 1 Original -- same Gen 1 thermoformed build, same 2021 release, but a standard shape that makes ...
The CRBN 2 Original 16mm is the widebody counterpart to the CRBN 1 Original -- same Gen 1 thermoformed build, same 2021 release, but a standard shape that makes it dramatically more forgiving off-center. While the 1 Original has one of the worst twistweight scores in the database (11th percentile), the 2 Original sits at the 87th percentile. Same era, completely different feel on mishits. This page covers the full specs, lab data, and what the numbers mean for buyers considering a used CRBN 2 Original.
What are the specs and performance data for the CRBN 2 Original 16mm?
Specifications
| Year released | 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued (replaced by CRBN 2X Power Series) |
| Shape | Standard (widebody) |
| Face material | Raw T700 carbon fiber |
| Grit type | Raw texture / peel ply |
| Build style | Gen 1 thermoformed |
| Paddle type | Control |
| Core thickness | 16mm polypropylene honeycomb |
| Grip length | 4.75 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in |
| Weight | 7.94 oz |
| USAPA approved | Yes |
Lab-tested performance data (source: Pickleball Effect)
| Metric | Value | Percentile | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swingweight | 109 | 14th | BELOW AVG |
| Twistweight | 7.03 | 87th | TOP TIER |
| Balance point | 236mm | -- | NEUTRAL |
| Spin | -- | -- | NOT MEASURED |
| Power | -- | -- | NOT MEASURED |
| Pop | -- | -- | NOT MEASURED |
Spin, power, and pop were not measured for this paddle. Pickleball Effect expanded its full measurement protocol after 2021. Full data is available for the CRBN 2X Power Series.
What do the performance numbers mean for your game?
The headline story on this paddle is the gap between swingweight and twistweight -- low swing resistance, high off-center stability. That combination is unusual and defines who this paddle is built for.
Swingweight 109 -- 14th percentile
At the 14th percentile, this paddle swings very light. It moves through the air quickly, responds fast at the kitchen, and puts minimal stress on the arm over long sessions. The trade-off is less plow-through on full drives -- lighter swingweight means the ball does not carry as much momentum through contact. For dink-heavy, kitchen-focused players this is a feature. For baseline power players it is a weakness.
Twistweight 7.03 -- 87th percentile
This is the standout number. At the 87th percentile, the 2 Original is one of the most forgiving paddles off-center in the database. Mishits stay in play. The wide body shape distributes mass across a larger hitting surface, which is exactly what drives high twistweight. Compare this to the elongated 1 Original at the 11th percentile -- same era, same Gen 1 build, completely different experience on off-center shots.
Balance point 236mm -- neutral
At 236mm the weight is more evenly distributed than the 1 Original (238mm) or 1X 16mm (244mm). A more neutral balance point combined with low swingweight makes this paddle very maneuverable -- you can get the face around quickly on reaction shots and reset from difficult positions.
The overall profile: Light swing (14th) + outstanding off-center stability (87th) + neutral balance = a highly maneuverable, forgiving control paddle. This is the kitchen specialist of the original CRBN lineup. It rewards touch and placement over power, and it is far more forgiving than any elongated CRBN variant.
Who should buy the CRBN 2 Original 16mm?
Good fit
- Intermediate to advanced players focused on dinking and kitchen control
- Players who want a forgiving widebody with a CRBN carbon face
- Anyone who found elongated paddles too unforgiving
- Players with arm concerns (light swingweight is easy on joints)
- Soft-game specialists who prioritize touch over power
Not a great fit
- Power-first players (14th percentile swingweight limits drive momentum)
- Two-handed backhand players (4.75 in grip is short)
- Players who want modern Gen 2 performance data before buying
- Anyone expecting a paddle with reach and coverage (widebody is compact)
How does the CRBN 2 Original compare to the 1 Original and 2X?
| Metric | 2 Original 16mm (this) | 1 Original 16mm | 2X 16mm (successor) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shape | Widebody | Elongated | Widebody |
| Build | Gen 1 | Gen 1 | Gen 2 |
| Swingweight | 109 (14th) | 118 (67th) | 112 (27th) |
| Twistweight | 7.03 (87th) | 5.77 (11th) | 7.75 (99th) |
| Balance point | 236mm | 238mm | 237mm |
| Best for | Forgiving control | Precise elongated | Max forgiveness + Gen 2 |
Want the current version?
The CRBN 2X Power Series is the direct successor -- Gen 2 build, same widebody shape, updated performance. Buy new from PickleballNVZ with a 30-day trial.
Shop CRBN 2XFrequently asked questions
Why is the 2 Original so much more forgiving than the 1 Original?
Shape. The widebody distributes mass across a wider hitting surface, which raises twistweight significantly. The 1 Original's elongated shape concentrates mass in a narrower area, resulting in its 11th percentile twistweight. Same era, same Gen 1 build -- the shape alone is responsible for the difference between 11th and 87th percentile off-center stability.
Is the CRBN 2 Original good for beginners?
More so than the 1 Original. The 87th percentile twistweight is genuinely forgiving, and the light swingweight is easy on the arm. The limitation is that it is discontinued with no warranty, so if something goes wrong you have no recourse. For a beginner spending money, a current paddle with a 30-day trial is a safer investment than a used 2021 paddle.
What should I check when buying a used CRBN 2 Original?
Press firmly across the face and listen for hollow or clicking sounds indicating delamination. Check the edge guard for cracks and the grip for extreme wear. A 2021 paddle could be 3 or more years old -- inspect carefully before buying.
Does the CRBN 2 Original have a warranty?
No. The paddle is discontinued and CRBN's warranty covers the original purchaser only. A used 2 Original has no warranty coverage.
Quick reference
| Paddle | CRBN 2 Original 16mm |
| Year released | 2021 (discontinued) |
| Shape | Standard (widebody) |
| Build | Gen 1 thermoformed |
| Core | 16mm polypropylene honeycomb |
| Weight | 7.94 oz |
| Grip length | 4.75 in (shorter -- not ideal for two-handed backhands) |
| Swingweight | 109 (14th percentile) -- light swing |
| Twistweight | 7.03 (87th percentile) -- excellent off-center stability |
| Balance point | 236mm (neutral) |
| Spin / Power / Pop | Not measured (predates full data protocol) |
| Best for | Kitchen control, forgiving off-center, light arm load |
| Current replacement | CRBN 2X Power Series |
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color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNEUTRAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNOT MEASURED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; 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Pickleball Effect expanded its full measurement protocol after 2021. Full data is available for the CRBN 2X Power Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWhat do the performance numbers mean for your game?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe headline story on this paddle is the gap between swingweight and twistweight -- low swing resistance, high off-center stability. That combination is unusual and defines who this paddle is built for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSwingweight 109 -- 14th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt the 14th percentile, this paddle swings very light. It moves through the air quickly, responds fast at the kitchen, and puts minimal stress on the arm over long sessions. The trade-off is less plow-through on full drives -- lighter swingweight means the ball does not carry as much momentum through contact. For dink-heavy, kitchen-focused players this is a feature. For baseline power players it is a weakness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eTwistweight 7.03 -- 87th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the standout number. At the 87th percentile, the 2 Original is one of the most forgiving paddles off-center in the database. Mishits stay in play. The wide body shape distributes mass across a larger hitting surface, which is exactly what drives high twistweight. Compare this to the elongated 1 Original at the 11th percentile -- same era, same Gen 1 build, completely different experience on off-center shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBalance point 236mm -- neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt 236mm the weight is more evenly distributed than the 1 Original (238mm) or 1X 16mm (244mm). A more neutral balance point combined with low swingweight makes this paddle very maneuverable -- you can get the face around quickly on reaction shots and reset from difficult positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 14px 18px; margin-bottom: 32px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe overall profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light swing (14th) + outstanding off-center stability (87th) + neutral balance = a highly maneuverable, forgiving control paddle. This is the kitchen specialist of the original CRBN lineup. It rewards touch and placement over power, and it is far more forgiving than any elongated CRBN variant.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWho should buy the CRBN 2 Original 16mm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 12px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 14px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGood fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.85;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermediate to advanced players focused on dinking and kitchen control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a forgiving widebody with a CRBN carbon face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who found elongated paddles too unforgiving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers with arm concerns (light swingweight is easy on joints)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-game specialists who prioritize touch over power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 14px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNot a great fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.85;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-first players (14th percentile swingweight limits drive momentum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-handed backhand players (4.75 in grip is short)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want modern Gen 2 performance data before buying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone expecting a paddle with reach and coverage (widebody is compact)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eHow does the CRBN 2 Original compare to the 1 Original and 2X?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 32px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2 Original 16mm (this)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e1 Original 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2X 16mm (successor)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eWidebody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eWidebody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e109 (14th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e118 (67th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e112 (27th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwistweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.03 (87th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e5.77 (11th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.75 (99th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalance point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e236mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e238mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e237mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eForgiving control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003ePrecise elongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eMax forgiveness + Gen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff; padding: 22px 24px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eWant the current version?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #c8c8c8;\"\u003eThe CRBN 2X Power Series is the direct successor -- Gen 2 build, same widebody shape, updated performance. Buy new from PickleballNVZ with a 30-day trial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crbn-2x-power-series-carbon-fiber-paddle\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #334fb4; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; padding: 11px 22px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShop CRBN 2X\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 12px; color: #242833;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhy is the 2 Original so much more forgiving than the 1 Original?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eShape. The widebody distributes mass across a wider hitting surface, which raises twistweight significantly. The 1 Original's elongated shape concentrates mass in a narrower area, resulting in its 11th percentile twistweight. Same era, same Gen 1 build -- the shape alone is responsible for the difference between 11th and 87th percentile off-center stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eIs the CRBN 2 Original good for beginners?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMore so than the 1 Original. The 87th percentile twistweight is genuinely forgiving, and the light swingweight is easy on the arm. The limitation is that it is discontinued with no warranty, so if something goes wrong you have no recourse. For a beginner spending money, a current paddle with a 30-day trial is a safer investment than a used 2021 paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat should I check when buying a used CRBN 2 Original?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePress firmly across the face and listen for hollow or clicking sounds indicating delamination. Check the edge guard for cracks and the grip for extreme wear. A 2021 paddle could be 3 or more years old -- inspect carefully before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eDoes the CRBN 2 Original have a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eNo. The paddle is discontinued and CRBN's warranty covers the original purchaser only. A used 2 Original has no warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 16px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eQuick reference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600; width: 40%;\"\u003ePaddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eCRBN 2 Original 16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eYear released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e2021 (discontinued)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eStandard (widebody)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eGen 1 thermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e16mm polypropylene honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e7.94 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eGrip length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e4.75 in (shorter -- not ideal for two-handed backhands)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e109 (14th percentile) -- light swing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwistweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e7.03 (87th percentile) -- excellent off-center stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalance point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e236mm (neutral)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpin \/ Power \/ Pop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eNot measured (predates full data protocol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eKitchen control, forgiving off-center, light arm load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCurrent replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eCRBN 2X Power Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n \"@graph\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"CRBN 2 Original 16mm Pickleball Paddle\",\n \"brand\": {\"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"CRBN\"},\n \"description\": \"Discontinued Gen 1 thermoformed widebody pickleball paddle released in 2021. 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While the 1 Original has one of the worst twistweight scores in the database (11th percentile), the 2 Original sits at the 87th percentile. Same era, completely different feel on mishits. This page covers the full specs, lab data, and what the numbers mean for buyers considering a used CRBN 2 Original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWhat are the specs and performance data for the CRBN 2 Original 16mm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.05em; color: #666; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; width: 40%;\"\u003eYear released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eDiscontinued (replaced by CRBN 2X Power Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStandard (widebody)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFace material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eRaw T700 carbon fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eGrit type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eRaw texture \/ peel ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eBuild style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eGen 1 thermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePaddle type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCore thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e16mm polypropylene honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eGrip length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.75 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eGrip size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e7.94 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eUSAPA approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.05em; color: #666; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eLab-tested performance data \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0;\"\u003e(source: Pickleball Effect)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePercentile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eRating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e109\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e14th\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eBELOW AVG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwistweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e7.03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e87th\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eTOP TIER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalance point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e236mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNEUTRAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNOT MEASURED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNOT MEASURED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #e0e0e0; color: #555; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 8px;\"\u003eNOT MEASURED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #888; margin: 0 0 32px;\"\u003eSpin, power, and pop were not measured for this paddle. Pickleball Effect expanded its full measurement protocol after 2021. Full data is available for the CRBN 2X Power Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWhat do the performance numbers mean for your game?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe headline story on this paddle is the gap between swingweight and twistweight -- low swing resistance, high off-center stability. That combination is unusual and defines who this paddle is built for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSwingweight 109 -- 14th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt the 14th percentile, this paddle swings very light. It moves through the air quickly, responds fast at the kitchen, and puts minimal stress on the arm over long sessions. The trade-off is less plow-through on full drives -- lighter swingweight means the ball does not carry as much momentum through contact. For dink-heavy, kitchen-focused players this is a feature. For baseline power players it is a weakness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eTwistweight 7.03 -- 87th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the standout number. At the 87th percentile, the 2 Original is one of the most forgiving paddles off-center in the database. Mishits stay in play. The wide body shape distributes mass across a larger hitting surface, which is exactly what drives high twistweight. Compare this to the elongated 1 Original at the 11th percentile -- same era, same Gen 1 build, completely different experience on off-center shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBalance point 236mm -- neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt 236mm the weight is more evenly distributed than the 1 Original (238mm) or 1X 16mm (244mm). A more neutral balance point combined with low swingweight makes this paddle very maneuverable -- you can get the face around quickly on reaction shots and reset from difficult positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 14px 18px; margin-bottom: 32px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe overall profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light swing (14th) + outstanding off-center stability (87th) + neutral balance = a highly maneuverable, forgiving control paddle. This is the kitchen specialist of the original CRBN lineup. It rewards touch and placement over power, and it is far more forgiving than any elongated CRBN variant.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWho should buy the CRBN 2 Original 16mm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 12px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 14px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGood fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.85;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermediate to advanced players focused on dinking and kitchen control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a forgiving widebody with a CRBN carbon face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who found elongated paddles too unforgiving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers with arm concerns (light swingweight is easy on joints)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-game specialists who prioritize touch over power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #e0e0e0; padding: 14px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNot a great fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.85;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-first players (14th percentile swingweight limits drive momentum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-handed backhand players (4.75 in grip is short)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want modern Gen 2 performance data before buying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone expecting a paddle with reach and coverage (widebody is compact)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eHow does the CRBN 2 Original compare to the 1 Original and 2X?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 32px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2 Original 16mm (this)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e1 Original 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2X 16mm (successor)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eWidebody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eWidebody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eGen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e109 (14th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e118 (67th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e112 (27th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwistweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.03 (87th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e5.77 (11th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.75 (99th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalance point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e236mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e238mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e237mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eForgiving control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003ePrecise elongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eMax forgiveness + Gen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #242833; color: #fff; padding: 22px 24px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eWant the current version?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #c8c8c8;\"\u003eThe CRBN 2X Power Series is the direct successor -- Gen 2 build, same widebody shape, updated performance. Buy new from PickleballNVZ with a 30-day trial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crbn-2x-power-series-carbon-fiber-paddle\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #334fb4; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; padding: 11px 22px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eShop CRBN 2X\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 12px; color: #242833;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhy is the 2 Original so much more forgiving than the 1 Original?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eShape. The widebody distributes mass across a wider hitting surface, which raises twistweight significantly. The 1 Original's elongated shape concentrates mass in a narrower area, resulting in its 11th percentile twistweight. Same era, same Gen 1 build -- the shape alone is responsible for the difference between 11th and 87th percentile off-center stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eIs the CRBN 2 Original good for beginners?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMore so than the 1 Original. The 87th percentile twistweight is genuinely forgiving, and the light swingweight is easy on the arm. The limitation is that it is discontinued with no warranty, so if something goes wrong you have no recourse. For a beginner spending money, a current paddle with a 30-day trial is a safer investment than a used 2021 paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat should I check when buying a used CRBN 2 Original?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePress firmly across the face and listen for hollow or clicking sounds indicating delamination. Check the edge guard for cracks and the grip for extreme wear. A 2021 paddle could be 3 or more years old -- inspect carefully before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eDoes the CRBN 2 Original have a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eNo. The paddle is discontinued and CRBN's warranty covers the original purchaser only. A used 2 Original has no warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f3f3f3; border-left: 3px solid #334fb4; padding: 16px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700; font-size: 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #666; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eQuick reference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600; width: 40%;\"\u003ePaddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eCRBN 2 Original 16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eYear released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e2021 (discontinued)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eStandard (widebody)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eGen 1 thermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e16mm polypropylene honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e7.94 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eGrip length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e4.75 in (shorter -- not ideal for two-handed backhands)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e109 (14th percentile) -- light swing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwistweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e7.03 (87th percentile) -- excellent off-center stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalance point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e236mm (neutral)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpin \/ Power \/ Pop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eNot measured (predates full data protocol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eKitchen control, forgiving off-center, light arm load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCurrent replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eCRBN 2X Power Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n \"@graph\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"CRBN 2 Original 16mm Pickleball Paddle\",\n \"brand\": {\"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"CRBN\"},\n \"description\": \"Discontinued Gen 1 thermoformed widebody pickleball paddle released in 2021. Raw T700 carbon fiber face, 16mm core. Weight 7.94 oz. Swingweight 109 (14th percentile), twistweight 7.03 (87th percentile), balance point 236mm. Highly forgiving off-center with a light swing feel. The forgiving widebody counterpart to the elongated CRBN 1 Original.\",\n \"offers\": {\"@type\": \"Offer\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.pickleballnvz.com\/products\/crbn-2x-power-series-carbon-fiber-paddle\", \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\", \"seller\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"PickleballNVZ\"}}\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why is the 2 Original so much more forgiving than the 1 Original?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Shape. The widebody distributes mass across a wider hitting surface, raising twistweight to the 87th percentile vs the 1 Original's 11th percentile. Same era, same Gen 1 build -- shape alone explains the difference.\"}},\n {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the CRBN 2 Original good for beginners?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"More so than the 1 Original -- 87th percentile twistweight is genuinely forgiving. But it is discontinued with no warranty. A current paddle with a 30-day trial is a safer investment.\"}},\n {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What should I check when buying a used CRBN 2 Original?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Press the face and listen for hollow or clicking sounds indicating delamination. Check edge guard for cracks and grip for wear. 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