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CRBN 1X Power for kitchen-line attackers wanting carbon stiffness; Franklin Signature for spin-led players chasing tournament-grade reach.
Two premium pickleball paddles from very different brand DNA. The CRBN 1X Power Series is £130 and rated for all levels. The Franklin Signature is £140-160, advanced-rated, 215-225g, elongated shape, polypropylene honeycomb core, carbon fibre with MaxGrit, 16mm thick, 4 1/4 inch grip.
CRBN built their name on full-carbon construction and a power-leaning feel that suits players who attack from the kitchen line. The 1X Power Series is the more accessible end of the lineup but still carries CRBN's stiffer, harder-hitting personality.
The Franklin Signature is a tournament-grade paddle and behaves like one. The MaxGrit texture genuinely bites the ball for spin, and the elongated head extends reach for third-shot drops. The 16mm core feels stiff to some, and at this price the wrong choice stings.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | Advanced | Advanced |
| Weight | — | 215-225g |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core | Polymer honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Surface | T700 Raw Carbon | Carbon fibre with MaxGrit |
| Grip Size | — | 4 1/4" |
| Core Thickness | — | 16mm |
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The main differences are: Core: CRBN 1X has Polymer honeycomb vs Polypropylene honeycomb. Surface: CRBN 1X has T700 Raw Carbon vs Carbon fibre with MaxGrit. Overall, the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle is best for advanced players while the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players.
Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players and the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players. Beginners may find both challenging.
The Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle (£140-160) costs more than the CRBN 1X Power Series Pickleball Paddle (£130). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle can pay off.