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CRBN 2X 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Review, Specs & Used Buying Guide
CRBN 2X 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Review, Specs & Used Buying Guide
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The CRBN 2X 16mm is the thicker, all-court version of the CRBN 2X Power Series. Where the 14mm prioritizes a livelier feel, the 16mm is built around stability -- ...
The CRBN 2X 16mm is the thicker, all-court version of the CRBN 2X Power Series. Where the 14mm prioritizes a livelier feel, the 16mm is built around stability -- it posts a 99th percentile twistweight, the highest of any CRBN paddle in the Pickleball Effect database. This page covers lab-tested performance data, full specs, and a plain-English breakdown of what the numbers mean so you can decide whether the 2X 16mm fits your game.
What are the specs and performance data for the CRBN 2X 16mm?
Specifications
| Year released | 2023 |
| Shape | Standard (widebody) |
| Face material | Raw T700 carbon fiber |
| Grit type | Raw texture / peel ply |
| Build style | Gen 2 thermoformed |
| Paddle type | All-Court |
| Core thickness | 16mm polypropylene honeycomb |
| Grip length | 4.75 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in |
| Weight | 8.2 oz |
| USAPA approved | Yes |
Lab-tested performance data (source: Pickleball Effect)
| Metric | Value | Percentile | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swingweight | 112 | 27th | BELOW AVG |
| Twistweight | 7.75 | 99th | TOP TIER |
| Balance point | 237mm | -- | SLIGHTLY HEAD HEAVY |
| Spin | Not measured | -- | N/A |
| Power | Not measured | -- | N/A |
| Pop | Not measured | -- | N/A |
What do the performance numbers mean for your game?
The 2X 16mm is defined by two data points: unusually low swingweight and the highest twistweight in the CRBN lineup.
Swingweight 112 -- 27th percentile
Easy to swing. At the 27th percentile, this paddle moves through the air with very little effort -- a big deal for players who play multiple games in a session, have arm fatigue concerns, or want quick hands at the kitchen line. It is noticeably lighter swinging than the CRBN 1X 16mm (92nd percentile).
Twistweight 7.75 -- 99th percentile
This is the headline number. A 99th percentile twistweight means off-center shots stay on target better than almost every other paddle on the market. The standard widebody shape combined with the 16mm core pushes mass to the edges of the hitting surface, creating extreme rotational stability. This is the defining reason to choose the 2X 16mm over any other CRBN model.
Balance point 237mm -- slightly head heavy
At 237mm, this paddle is mildly head heavy but less so than the elongated 1X models (243-244mm). The shorter standard shape naturally keeps more weight closer to the handle, helping maintain the quick swing feel despite the heavier widebody build.
Spin, power, and pop -- not measured by Pickleball Effect
Pickleball Effect does not include spin, power, or pop readings for this paddle. The raw T700 carbon face and peel ply grit are identical to the 1X Power Series which posted 1,915-1,917 RPM (High rating), so spin should be competitive.
The overall profile: The 2X 16mm is a control specialist with 99th percentile twistweight and 27th percentile swingweight. Maximum stability with a quick, easy swing feel.
Who should buy the CRBN 2X 16mm?
Good fit
- Players who miss center-face frequently and want maximum forgiveness
- Kitchen specialists who want a wide, stable face for dinks and resets
- Players with arm fatigue concerns -- 27th percentile swingweight reduces strain
- Players switching from a recreational widebody to a premium carbon paddle
Not a great fit
- Two-handed backhand players -- 4.75 in grip is very short
- Players who prefer elongated reach
- Aggressive baseline drivers who need a heavier swing feel for pace
CRBN 2X 14mm vs 16mm -- which should you choose?
| Metric | 2X 14mm | 2X 16mm (this) | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swingweight | 105 (4th) | 112 (27th) | 14mm -- lighter swing |
| Twistweight | 6.88 (81st) | 7.75 (99th) | 16mm -- far more stable off-center |
| Balance point | 232mm | 237mm | 14mm -- more handle balanced |
| Weight | 7.8 oz | 8.2 oz | 14mm -- lighter overall |
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What makes the CRBN 2X 16mm different from the 1X 16mm?
The 1X is elongated with a 5.5 in grip and 36th percentile twistweight. The 2X is standard widebody with a 4.75 in grip and 99th percentile twistweight -- far more forgiving on off-center shots.
Why is the 2X 16mm twistweight so much higher?
The widebody shape spreads mass across a wider face, and the 16mm core adds overall face mass. Together they push rotational stability to the 99th percentile.
What should I check when buying a used CRBN 2X?
Press firmly across the face and listen for hollow sounds (delamination). Check edge guard for cracks and grip for wear. Light cosmetic scratches are normal.
Does buying a used CRBN 2X void the warranty?
Yes. CRBN warranty covers the original purchaser only.
Quick reference
| Paddle | CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm |
| Shape | Standard (widebody) |
| Core | 16mm polypropylene honeycomb |
| Weight | 8.2 oz |
| Swingweight | 112 (27th) -- easy to swing |
| Twistweight | 7.75 (99th) -- top tier stability |
| Balance point | 237mm (slightly head heavy) |
| Spin / Power / Pop | Not measured by Pickleball Effect |
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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 112 -- 27th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eEasy to swing. At the 27th percentile, this paddle moves through the air with very little effort -- a big deal for players who play multiple games in a session, have arm fatigue concerns, or want quick hands at the kitchen line. It is noticeably lighter swinging than the CRBN 1X 16mm (92nd percentile).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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 7.75 -- 99th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the headline number. A 99th percentile twistweight means off-center shots stay on target better than almost every other paddle on the market. The standard widebody shape combined with the 16mm core pushes mass to the edges of the hitting surface, creating extreme rotational stability. This is the defining reason to choose the 2X 16mm over any other CRBN model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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;\"\u003eBalance point 237mm -- slightly head heavy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt 237mm, this paddle is mildly head heavy but less so than the elongated 1X models (243-244mm). The shorter standard shape naturally keeps more weight closer to the handle, helping maintain the quick swing feel despite the heavier widebody build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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;\"\u003eSpin, power, and pop -- not measured by Pickleball Effect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePickleball Effect does not include spin, power, or pop readings for this paddle. The raw T700 carbon face and peel ply grit are identical to the 1X Power Series which posted 1,915-1,917 RPM (High rating), so spin should be competitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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 The 2X 16mm is a control specialist with 99th percentile twistweight and 27th percentile swingweight. Maximum stability with a quick, easy swing feel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWho should buy the CRBN 2X 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\u003ePlayers who miss center-face frequently and want maximum forgiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen specialists who want a wide, stable face for dinks and resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers with arm fatigue concerns -- 27th percentile swingweight reduces strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers switching from a recreational widebody to a premium carbon paddle\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\u003eTwo-handed backhand players -- 4.75 in grip is very short\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who prefer elongated reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive baseline drivers who need a heavier swing feel for pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eCRBN 2X 14mm vs 16mm -- which should you choose?\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;\"\u003e2X 14mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2X 16mm (this)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eEdge\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;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e105 (4th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e112 (27th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- lighter swing\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;\"\u003e6.88 (81st)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.75 (99th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e16mm -- far more stable off-center\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;\"\u003e232mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e237mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- more handle balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- lighter overall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\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;\"\u003eHave a used CRBN 2X?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #c8c8c8;\"\u003ePickleballNVZ accepts used paddles as trade-ins for store credit. Or browse the full CRBN lineup currently in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crbn\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #334fb4; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; padding: 11px 22px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBrowse CRBN Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 12px; color: #242833;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat makes the CRBN 2X 16mm different from the 1X 16mm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe 1X is elongated with a 5.5 in grip and 36th percentile twistweight. The 2X is standard widebody with a 4.75 in grip and 99th percentile twistweight -- far more forgiving on off-center shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhy is the 2X 16mm twistweight so much higher?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe widebody shape spreads mass across a wider face, and the 16mm core adds overall face mass. Together they push rotational stability to the 99th percentile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\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 2X?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePress firmly across the face and listen for hollow sounds (delamination). Check edge guard for cracks and grip for wear. Light cosmetic scratches are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eDoes buying a used CRBN 2X void the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. CRBN warranty covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\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 2X Power Series 16mm\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;\"\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;\"\u003e8.2 oz\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;\"\u003e112 (27th) -- easy to 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;\"\u003e7.75 (99th) -- top tier 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;\"\u003e237mm (slightly head heavy)\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 by Pickleball Effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2025-01-08T07:03:30-05:00","created_at":"2025-01-08T07:00:40-05:00","vendor":"CRBN","type":"Paddle Specification","tags":["CRBN","Paddle","paddle specification","Pickleball Paddle","used paddle"],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":0,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49627740340502,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":false,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"CRBN 2X 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Review, Specs \u0026 Used Buying Guide","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":227,"compare_at_price":0,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.pickleballnvz.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Used-crbn-2x-power-series-16mm-original-pickleball-paddle-specification-removebg-preview.png?v=1736337794"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.pickleballnvz.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Used-crbn-2x-power-series-16mm-original-pickleball-paddle-specification-removebg-preview.png?v=1736337794","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":39780314743062,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.994,"height":501,"width":498,"src":"\/\/www.pickleballnvz.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Used-crbn-2x-power-series-16mm-original-pickleball-paddle-specification-removebg-preview.png?v=1736337794"},"aspect_ratio":0.994,"height":501,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.pickleballnvz.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Used-crbn-2x-power-series-16mm-original-pickleball-paddle-specification-removebg-preview.png?v=1736337794","width":498}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: inherit; max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; color: #242833; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 28px;\"\u003eThe CRBN 2X 16mm is the thicker, all-court version of the CRBN 2X Power Series. Where the 14mm prioritizes a livelier feel, the 16mm is built around stability -- it posts a 99th percentile twistweight, the highest of any CRBN paddle in the Pickleball Effect database. This page covers lab-tested performance data, full specs, and a plain-English breakdown of what the numbers mean so you can decide whether the 2X 16mm fits your game.\u003c\/p\u003e\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 2X 16mm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\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;\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\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 style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\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\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 style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\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 2 thermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\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;\"\u003eAll-Court\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;\"\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\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 style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\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\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;\"\u003e8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\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\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: 32px; 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;\"\u003e112\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e27th\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;\"\u003e7.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e99th\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: #1a6b3a; 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;\"\u003e237mm\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;\"\u003eSLIGHTLY HEAD HEAVY\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;\"\u003eNot measured\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;\"\u003eN\/A\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;\"\u003eNot measured\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;\"\u003eN\/A\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;\"\u003eNot measured\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;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\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 2X 16mm is defined by two data points: unusually low swingweight and the highest twistweight in the CRBN lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\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 112 -- 27th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eEasy to swing. At the 27th percentile, this paddle moves through the air with very little effort -- a big deal for players who play multiple games in a session, have arm fatigue concerns, or want quick hands at the kitchen line. It is noticeably lighter swinging than the CRBN 1X 16mm (92nd percentile).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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 7.75 -- 99th percentile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThis is the headline number. A 99th percentile twistweight means off-center shots stay on target better than almost every other paddle on the market. The standard widebody shape combined with the 16mm core pushes mass to the edges of the hitting surface, creating extreme rotational stability. This is the defining reason to choose the 2X 16mm over any other CRBN model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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;\"\u003eBalance point 237mm -- slightly head heavy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt 237mm, this paddle is mildly head heavy but less so than the elongated 1X models (243-244mm). The shorter standard shape naturally keeps more weight closer to the handle, helping maintain the quick swing feel despite the heavier widebody build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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;\"\u003eSpin, power, and pop -- not measured by Pickleball Effect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePickleball Effect does not include spin, power, or pop readings for this paddle. The raw T700 carbon face and peel ply grit are identical to the 1X Power Series which posted 1,915-1,917 RPM (High rating), so spin should be competitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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 The 2X 16mm is a control specialist with 99th percentile twistweight and 27th percentile swingweight. Maximum stability with a quick, easy swing feel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eWho should buy the CRBN 2X 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\u003ePlayers who miss center-face frequently and want maximum forgiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen specialists who want a wide, stable face for dinks and resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers with arm fatigue concerns -- 27th percentile swingweight reduces strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers switching from a recreational widebody to a premium carbon paddle\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\u003eTwo-handed backhand players -- 4.75 in grip is very short\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who prefer elongated reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive baseline drivers who need a heavier swing feel for pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 10px; color: #242833;\"\u003eCRBN 2X 14mm vs 16mm -- which should you choose?\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;\"\u003e2X 14mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e2X 16mm (this)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eEdge\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;\"\u003eSwingweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e105 (4th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e112 (27th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- lighter swing\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;\"\u003e6.88 (81st)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.75 (99th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e16mm -- far more stable off-center\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;\"\u003e232mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e237mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- more handle balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e7.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e8.2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e14mm -- lighter overall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\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;\"\u003eHave a used CRBN 2X?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 0 0 16px; color: #c8c8c8;\"\u003ePickleballNVZ accepts used paddles as trade-ins for store credit. Or browse the full CRBN lineup currently in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crbn\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #334fb4; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; padding: 11px 22px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBrowse CRBN Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 12px; color: #242833;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat makes the CRBN 2X 16mm different from the 1X 16mm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe 1X is elongated with a 5.5 in grip and 36th percentile twistweight. The 2X is standard widebody with a 4.75 in grip and 99th percentile twistweight -- far more forgiving on off-center shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhy is the 2X 16mm twistweight so much higher?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe widebody shape spreads mass across a wider face, and the 16mm core adds overall face mass. Together they push rotational stability to the 99th percentile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\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 2X?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePress firmly across the face and listen for hollow sounds (delamination). Check edge guard for cracks and grip for wear. Light cosmetic scratches are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding: 14px 16px; font-weight: 600; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; background: #f3f3f3; list-style: none;\"\u003eDoes buying a used CRBN 2X void the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin: 0; font-size: 14px; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. CRBN warranty covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\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 2X Power Series 16mm\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;\"\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;\"\u003e8.2 oz\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;\"\u003e112 (27th) -- easy to 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;\"\u003e7.75 (99th) -- top tier 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;\"\u003e237mm (slightly head heavy)\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 by Pickleball Effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}