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CRBN 4 TruFoam Waves hybrid pickleball paddle, front view

CRBN

4 TruFoam Waves 14mm

$200$280 list Verified Sep 25, 2026
Buy at JustPaddles$200

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The CRBN 4 TruFoam Waves is a 14mm hybrid-shape paddle with a 100% foam core that CRBN tunes for power, suited to intermediate and advanced players who want pop in a shape between square and elongated.

IntermediateAdvancedPowerSpin
Power7.3
Control4.9
Spin9.0
Sweet spot6.8
Hand speed7.0

Scores are estimated from published specs with a transparent formula, not from lab testing.

Who it's for

  • Speed-ups and counters
  • Players who want a middle-ground shape
  • Spin on drives

Who should skip it

  • You want a soft, control-first paddle
  • You need a long handle for two-handed backhands

Strengths

  • All-foam core that CRBN tunes for power
  • Raw T700 carbon face for spin
  • 7.8-inch face with 6.68 twist weight

Weaknesses

  • Less reach than the elongated shapes
  • Only offered in 14mm

Full specifications

Shape
Hybrid
Weight
8 oz
Length × width
16.2" × 7.8"
Core thickness
14 mm
Core
100% foam (proprietary TruFoam blend)
Face
Toray T700 raw carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer (Raw carbon)
Handle length
5.5"
Grip circumference
4.125"
Swingweight
112
Twistweight
6.68
Balance point
23.7 cm
USA Pickleball approved
Yes
Warranty
12 months
Launched
Not stated by brand
List price
$280
Last verified
Sep 25, 2026

Specs checked against CRBN's official product page on Sep 25, 2026. CRBN publishes 8.0 oz ± 0.2 and a 111–113 swing weight; we store 8.0 oz and the swing-weight midpoint. The regular price is $279.99 and it is on sale for $199.99; CRBN says Waves uses an all-new core design, distinct from Genesis. Manufacturers change specs and prices; the brand page is the source of truth.

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