We are always excited to announce new partnerships with paddle companies for our customers. While we carry a wide range of paddles from many leading brands, we believe that CRBN is another leading brand. With that, we that we are now partnered with CRBN, so all sales will come with full factory warranty through the manufacturer.

We listened to how popular the CRBN TruFoam Genesis line has become — and for good reason. With innovative TruFoam core technology and raw carbon fiber construction, these paddles offer a combination of power, spin, and consistency that appeals to all players. The Trufoam Genesis comes in four different shapes here is a quick breakdown of how each shape can fit your game.

The CRBN TruFoam Genesis Shapes

CRBN¹ Trufoam (Elongated Long Handle)

• Best for: Players who thrive on big drives and two-handed backhands.
• Why: The elongated shape gives extra leverage for baseline drives and overheads, while still offering a generous sweet spot for control at the net. Ideal for aggressive players who like to dictate the pace of play.

🔹 CRBN² (Standard Square)

• Best for: Players who value precision and consistency.
• Why: The more traditional paddle shape offers a wider face and more forgiving sweet spot, perfect for dink battles and resets. Great for all-court players who like balance between offense and defense.

🔹 CRBN³ (Elongated)

• Best for: Players who rely on power and reach.
• Why: With a slightly wider face than the CRBN¹, the CRBN³ is optimized for big drives while also keeping the swing weight a little big higher. It’s also a solid option for two-handed backhand players.

🔹 CRBN⁴ (Hybrid, AeroCurve)

• Best for: Players who want an all-court paddle for good control and fast hands.
• Why: The hybrid shape of the CRBN⁴ allows for players to get a mix of both the power from an elongated paddle as well the control from a standard/widebody paddle. The high twist weight combined with the low swing weight make this an excellent choice for fast hands battles at the kitchen line.

Which One Is Right for You?

• Power hitters: Go with the CRBN¹ or the CRBN³ for their elongated leverage and put-away potential.
• Tactical players: Choose the CRBN² for its consistency and control in the kitchen.
• Fast hands players: Pick the CRBN⁴ to dominate in speed-ups and hand battles.

Final Note

At Hometown Pickleball, transparency matters. Our goal is to fit you with a paddle that improves you as a player. We are excited to be an authorized CRBN dealer, we’re always here to help you learn more about equipment, compare options, and find the gear that helps you play your best.