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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (CRBN 2 - 14mm) vs Forgiveness-leaning (CRBN 2 - 14mm).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with CRBN 2 - 14mm (lighter weight).
If you want softer feel, start with Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Pickleball Paddle (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with CRBN 2 - 14mm (thinner core).
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Key differences
- Weight: CRBN 2 - 14mm is lighter by 13g (7.9 oz (225 g) vs 8.4 oz (238 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: CRBN 2 - 14mm is thinner by 2mm (14 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 Pickleball Paddle is longer by 19mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.7 in (400 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: CRBN 2 - 14mm is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Face material: Carbon Fiber vs T700 Carbon Fiber
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.
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Pricing
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How we detect differences
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- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material