CRBN 3 TruFoam Barrage 14mm (Elongated) Pickleball Paddle

The CRBN³ TruFoam Barrage (Elongated) is a pickleball paddle built for players who want fast putaways, sharp counters and added reach from an elongated shape. This Gen 4 model uses CRBN’s 100% TruFoam floating core with a T700 raw carbon fibre and fibreglass layup for a crisp, lively response with lasting consistency.  

Staff pro review: 

The Barrage 3 looks best suited to confident intermediates and advanced players who like to speed exchanges up. The elongated outline gives useful reach, while the 14mm TruFoam build keeps the response direct and punchy on counters and mid-court attacks. Compared with softer-feeling control paddles, this one appears geared more towards pop, hand battles and finishing points early.

Product Details:

• Elongated shape for added reach and a familiar attacking profile.
• 100% Gen-4 TruFoam floating core tuned for Barrage’s pop-based response.
• 14mm construction, as listed by CRBN and the UPA-A approval database.
• T700 raw carbon fibre face with an added fibreglass layer.
• Designed by CRBN for consistency, forgiveness, decisive counters and effortless putaways.

Faqs:

1. Does TruFoam change the feel compared with a honeycomb core?

Yes. CRBN positions TruFoam as a seamless 100% foam core with no honeycomb structure, designed to improve durability, maintain consistency and increase dwell time and flex.

2. Why is the Barrage different from Genesis or Waves if they all use TruFoam?

CRBN separates them by core tuning: Barrage is aimed at explosive pop and counters, Genesis at balanced power and precision, and Waves at dwell-based power and spin.

3. Will the 5.5in handle work for two-handed backhands?

It should suit many players who like some extra room for a second hand, but it is not the longest handle in the Barrage line. The TFB1 is the longer-handle option at 5.75in, while the TFB3 stays at 5.5in.