CRBN⁴ TruFoam BARRAGE (Hybrid, Aero Curve)

The CRBN4 TruFoam Barrage 14mm is designed for players who want the fastest paddle in the Barrage lineup. Compared to the CRBN1, CRBN2, and CRBN3 shapes, the CRBN4's hybrid profile sacrifices a little stability and reach in exchange for quicker hand speed and faster reloads at the kitchen line. The CRBN4 TruFoam Barrage 14mm is approved for tournament play by USAP, UPA-A, and meets the PBCoR .43 standard, making it legal for virtually all sanctioned pickleball events. Quick Summary Best For: Aggressive players who thrive in fast hand battles and speed-ups. Play Style: Fast, explosive, attack-oriented. Power: 9/10 Pop: 9.5/10 Spin: 9/10 Control: 8/10 Maneuverability: 10/10 Forgiveness: 7.5/10 What Stands Out ✅ Lowest swing weight in the Barrage series (109) ✅ Extremely quick through hands exchanges ✅ Powerful Gen 4 TruFoam floating core ✅ Excellent spin from Toray T700 raw carbon fiber face ✅ Large enough sweet spot for a hybrid shape ✅ Long 5.5" handle works well for two-handed backhands Potential Drawbacks ❌ Not as forgiving as the CRBN2 square shape ❌ Less reach than elongated paddles like the CRBN1 or LOCO Elongated ❌ Premium price point Who Should Buy It? 4.0+ players who play aggressively at the kitchen Former tennis players who like quick counters and speed-ups Players who find elongated paddles a little slow in hand battles Anyone looking for a Gen 4 foam-core paddle that feels lively without being overly head-heavy Specifications Spec Value Weight 7.8 - 8.2 oz Average Weight 8.0 oz Length 16.2" Width 7.8" Handle Length 5.5" Grip Circumference 4 1/8" Core Gen 4 TruFoam Floating Core Thickness 14mm Face Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Swing Weight 109 Twist Weight 6.5 Approvals USAP, UPA-A, PBCoR .43 Comparable Paddles If you're considering the CRBN4 Barrage, other paddles in a similar category include: JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14mm Selkirk LABS Project 008 Hybrid Bread & Butter LOCO Hybrid Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 14.3mm For Pickleball NVZ customers, I'd expect the CRBN4 Barrage to appeal most to players who currently like the fast feel of a hybrid paddle but want more power and pop than traditional carbon-fiber control paddles. It's likely to be one of the strongest options in the Gen 4 foam-core category for speed-oriented doubles players.