CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 vs CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2
The full-foam Genesis line splits mostly on shape and swing weight, which is exactly what buyers ask about. Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
Paddle DNA head-to-head
- 93Power87
- 84Control89
- 93Spin92
- 78Forgiveness89
- 80Sweet spot91
- 84Stability90
- 66Maneuverability74
- 82Pop79
- 84Touch88
- 86Consistency89
- 88Swing weight78
- 74Twist weight91
- 57Launch angle58
- 93Plow through82
- 88Softness89
Specs
| $280 | Price | $280 |
|---|---|---|
| 14 mm | Core | 14 mm |
| 8.4 oz | Weight | 8.3 oz |
| 120 | Swing weight | 113 |
| 6.1 | Twist weight | 7 |
| elongated | Shape | standard |
| Raw T700 carbon | Surface | Raw T700 carbon |
| 5.6 in | Handle | 5.25 in |
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 verdict
The elongated Genesis is the heaviest, most leveraged paddle in the TruFoam line. Full foam replaces the honeycomb core entirely, which is why it holds a plush, long-dwell feel at a 14 mm thickness that would normally play stiff.
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 verdict
The forgiving shape in the Genesis line. It trades the elongated model's reach for a wide face, the highest twist weight of the three, and a noticeably easier reset at the kitchen.
The verdict
Measured on the same 15-trait test, the clearest separation is twist weight: CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 scores 91 against 74 for CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 — a 17-point gap. They are effectively level on pop, consistency, spin, so those traits should not decide the purchase. Price is close enough ($280 vs $280) that it should not break the tie.
Twist weight
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 leads by 17 points (91 vs 74).
Forgiveness
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 leads by 11 points (89 vs 78).
Sweet spot
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 leads by 11 points (91 vs 80).
Plow through
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 leads by 11 points (93 vs 82).
Which one should you buy?
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1
Take CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 if you want plow through (+11), swing weight (+10), power (+6). Its swing weight of 120 kg·cm² and 14 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 review →CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2
Take CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 if you want twist weight (+17), forgiveness (+11), sweet spot (+11). Its swing weight of 113 kg·cm² and 14 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 review →CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 vs CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 FAQ
- Which is better, the CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1 or the CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2?
- CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 carries the higher overall Paddle IQ score (87.9 vs 83.4), but IQ is a weighted average. On the trait that separates them most — twist weight — CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2 leads by 17 points.
- Which one is faster at the kitchen line?
- CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2, at 113 kg·cm² swing weight against 120 for CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1. Lower swing weight is the single best predictor of hand speed in fast exchanges.
- Is the price difference worth it?
- They are within $0 of each other, so price should not decide this matchup.
- Do they use the same core and face?
- CRBN TruFoam Genesis 1: 14 mm TruFoam full-foam core core with a Raw T700 carbon face. CRBN TruFoam Genesis 2: 14 mm TruFoam full-foam core core with a Raw T700 carbon face.
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