CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 vs Friday Pickleball Aura Pro
Friday Pickleball
Aura Pro
$169
7.5–7.8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 vs Friday Pickleball Aura Pro across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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The Friday Pickleball Aura Pro's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 | Friday Pickleball Aura Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 7.5–7.8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 14mm | 16mm |
| Core material | TruFoam | EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter |
| Face material | Raw carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.75" | 5.5" |
| Price | $279 | $169 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 is listed at 7.7–8.1 oz; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro at 7.5–7.8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 has a 14mm core; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro has a 16mm core, so the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 measures 16.5" × 7.35"; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro measures 16.5" × 7.5". Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 has a 5.75" handle; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro has a 5.5" handle, so the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 lists its face as Raw carbon fiber; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 lists its core as TruFoam; Friday Pickleball Aura Pro lists EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 1 if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
Pick the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
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