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CRBN 3X Power Series 16mm pickleball paddle

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3X Power Series 16mm CRBN

Pickleball· X Series

Very goodUpdated on 10/05/2026
Version · 5 options3X Power Series 16mmChange

The CRBN 3X is the elongated, standard-handle model of the X Series, and many players consider it the brand's best paddle. It has a Toray T700 carbon face with strong texture, a 16 mm core with a foam-reinforced perimeter, and unibody construction. It measures 16.5 x 7.5 inches, a bit wider than the 1X, weighs 7.8 to 8.1 oz, and has a 5.25-inch handle. It combines the reach of an elongated paddle with a larger sweet spot and a lot of power.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
8.0 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
T700 carbon
Core
Honeycomb polymer
Width
7.5 in
Length
16.5 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced, Competitive

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • High power with a good sweet spot
  • Strong spin with T700 carbon
  • Face wider than the 1X's
  • Durable unibody construction

Cons

  • 5.25 in handle is short for a two-handed backhand
  • Requires hand control in the short game
Ideal for
Intermediate or advanced player who wants elongated-paddle reach and power with a bit more forgiveness than the 1X.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced, Competitive

Specs

Construction
Face materialT700 carbonMedium confidence
CoreHoneycomb polymerMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedYesMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedYesMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight8.0 oz7.8 to 8.1 ozMedium confidence
Width7.5 inMedium confidence
Length16.5 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.3 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.3 inMedium confidence
ShapeElongatedMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%71
Approval from players35%65

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