CRBN CRBN-1X Power Series vs Gearbox CX14E Ultimate Power
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. Gearbox CX14E Ultimate Power takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
Paddle DNA head-to-head
- 90Power88
- 80Control81
- 92Spin82
- 73Forgiveness74
- 74Sweet spot76
- 79Stability86
- 69Maneuverability68
- 89Pop88
- 76Touch76
- 80Consistency81
- 84Swing weight82
- 72Twist weight82
- 59Launch angle52
- 91Plow through89
- 64Softness58
Specs
| $199 | Price | $210 |
|---|---|---|
| 14 mm | Core | 14 mm |
| 8.5 oz | Weight | 8.4 oz |
| 124 | Swing weight | 123 |
| 6 | Twist weight | 6.5 |
| elongated | Shape | elongated |
| Raw T700 carbon | Surface | Solid-span carbon |
| 5.5 in | Handle | 5.5 in |
CRBN CRBN-1X Power Series verdict
CRBN's spin formula bolted to a thin, hot core. Serves and drives leave the face quickly, and the paddle asks a lot of your reset technique in return.
Gearbox CX14E Ultimate Power verdict
A more livable Gearbox. It keeps most of the drive velocity of the Pro Power while adding enough stability to survive hands battles.