CRBN TruFoam Barrage 3 14mm vs Friday Aura Pro Elongated
Two elongated paddles, side by side. Specs are the published figures; prices are what US stores charged at our latest check, shipping included.
What actually separates them
- Friday Aura Pro Elongated has the thicker core (16 mm against 14 mm). Thicker cores usually feel softer and more controlled; thinner ones give more pop.
- Grip sizes differ: CRBN TruFoam Barrage 3 14mm is 4.125 in around, Friday Aura Pro Elongated 4.25 in. An overgrip adds size; nothing takes it away.
Specs side by side
| Spec | CRBN TruFoam Barrage 3 14mm | Friday Aura Pro Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm |
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.82–8.18 oz |
| Length × width | 16.5 × 7.5 in | 16.5 × 7.5 in |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.125 in | 4.25 in |
| Core type | Full foam | Full foam |
| Face | Toray T700 carbon fiber | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Rows that match are greyed out. Specs are published figures from the brand or the store, not lab tests: see each paddle's page for the source and the date we checked it.
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