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    CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm vs GRUVN RAW-16X

    CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm 7.7oz 16mm pickleball paddle — T700 raw carbon fiber face

    CRBN

    2X Power Series 16mm

    $209.99

    7.7–8.1 oz · 16mm core · Widebody

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    GRUVN RAW-16X 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — T700 raw carbon fiber (peel-ply) face

    GRUVN

    RAW-16X

    $149.99

    7.9–8.1 oz · 16mm core · Elongated

    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    CRBN 2X Power Series 16mmGRUVN RAW-16X

    CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm vs GRUVN RAW-16X across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.

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    Reach vs. maneuverability

    GRUVN RAW-16X trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm is easier to whip around in hand fights. Both paddles target control players — the choice comes down to feel and price.

    Side-by-side specs

    SpecCRBN 2X Power Series 16mmGRUVN RAW-16X
    Weight7.7–8.1 oz7.9–8.1 oz
    ShapeWidebodyElongated
    Core thickness16mm16mm
    Core materialPolypropylene honeycombPolypropylene honeycomb
    Face materialT700 raw carbon fiberT700 raw carbon fiber (peel-ply)
    Handle length5.5"5.5"
    Price$209.99$149.99

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm is listed at 7.7–8.1 oz; GRUVN RAW-16X at 7.9–8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Length and width. CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm measures 15.88" × 8.13"; GRUVN RAW-16X measures 16.5" × 7.5" (widebody vs elongated). The GRUVN RAW-16X is 0.63" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule

    Who each paddle is for

    CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm

    Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.

    Playing style: control, spin

    GRUVN RAW-16X

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.

    Playing style: spin, control

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the CRBN 2X Power Series 16mm if…

    • you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot

    Pick the GRUVN RAW-16X if…

    • you like extra reach at the kitchen line
    • you spin a lot of rolls and topspin serves
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