TruFoam™ Core
Revolutionary 100% foam core delivers unmatched durability and performance—no honeycomb, no compromises.
4th Generation Tech
The 1st ever Gen-4 paddle, leaving Gen-3 'foam-enhanced' tech behind. No fragile stabilizers like honeycomb or ribs.
Maximum Power
Waves delivers the maximum dwell-based power allowed for tournament play.
TruFoam™ Core
Revolutionary 100% foam core delivers unmatched durability and performance—no honeycomb, no compromises.
4th Generation Tech
The 1st ever Gen-4 paddle, leaving Gen-3 'foam-enhanced' tech behind. No fragile stabilizers like honeycomb or ribs.
No Core Crush
Wave goodbye to core crush. No 'break-in' period—just lasting consistency and reliability from day one onwards.
Maximum Power
Waves delivers the maximum dwell-based power allowed for tournament play.
Maximum Spin & Dwell
Spin isn’t just about grit. Engineered to mimic tennis racket strings, maximizing dwell time and flex for a decisive edge.
Carbon Fiber + Fiberglass
Unique T700 raw carbon fiber layup, enhanced with a layer of fiberglass for unmatched strength and performance.
No Core Crush
Wave goodbye to core crush. No 'break-in' period—just lasting consistency and reliability from day one onwards.
Maximum Spin & Dwell
Spin isn’t just about grit. Engineered to mimic tennis racket strings, maximizing dwell time and flex for a decisive edge.
Carbon Fiber + Fiberglass
Unique T700 raw carbon fiber layup, enhanced with a layer of fiberglass for unmatched strength and performance.
Ensure your paddle is authentic with its built in NFC Chip. Just scan the handle with your smartphone to validate your paddles authenticity, view its specs and register your warranty.
Built for You
Four shapes. One standard of excellence.
Find the perfect fit for your game.
Elongated w/ Long Handle
Square
Elongated
Hybrid/AeroCurve
Gen 4
Gen 4
Gen 4
Gen 4
None
None
None
None
100% Foam
100% Foam
100% Foam
100% Foam
7.35" x 16.5"
7.85" x 16"
7.5" x 16.5"
7.8" x 16.2"
5.75"
5.5"
5.5"
5.5"
4.125"
4.125"
4.125"
4.125"
7.9 oz. ± 0.2
8.0 oz. ± 0.2
8.0 oz. ± 0.2
8.0 oz. ± 0.2
246mm
237mm
245mm
237mm
5.88
6.96
6.5
6.68
118 - 120
112 - 114
118 - 120
111-113
Note: Results may vary. Specs are averages and approximations.
*Handle Length is measured from the very bottom to the top of the rubber band.
The CRBN TruFoam™ Waves is the bold new evolution of foam-core performance. Built with the same 100% TruFoam™ technology that made Genesis a game-changer, Waves takes things further with an all-new core design engineered for maximum power. It delivers explosive force on demand while keeping the control, dwell time, and spin that define the TruFoam family.
Whether you are an aggressive player who thrives on finishing points or someone who wants both touch and torque, Waves is designed to elevate your game.
From your first swings, you will feel the paddle’s plush, controlled response. Make no mistake, that feel doesn't come at the cost of force. As soon as you accelerate, the newly engineered Waves core releases stored energy like the strings of a tennis racket, unleashing serious put-away power.
The contrast is what makes Waves unique: effortless resets and precision at the net, paired with explosive drives that end rallies on your terms. Like Genesis, it may feel different at first, so give yourself time to unlock its full potential. Once you adjust, you will realize why Waves is unlike anything else.
Maxed-Out Power with Control
Waves is the most powerful paddle in the TruFoam lineup, but it is not raw power without direction. By redesigning the foam core structure specifically for Waves, CRBN created a paddle that pushes the boundaries of force while keeping touch intact.
Unmatched Durability and Consistency
Forget core crush and inconsistent break-in periods. Waves stays strong from day one and game after game. Its seamless, high-density foam core provides the same durability and consistency as Genesis, now optimized for heavy hitters.
Spin That Lasts
Waves leverages TruFoam’s longer dwell time to generate spin that feels natural and repeatable. Because the spin comes from the core rather than surface grit, your game stays sharp long after other paddles have worn down.
Simplified Thickness with Precision
No need to choose between 12, 14, or 16mm. Waves is engineered at 14mm to deliver a sweet spot of stability, power, and feel without compromise. TruFoam™ technology eliminates the old trade-offs of honeycomb paddles.
Premium Carbon and Fiberglass Face
The Waves paddle face uses CRBN’s signature T700 raw carbon fiber layup combined with fiberglass to handle the extra torque and impact that power players demand. Strength, spin, and precision are built into every shot.
CRBN Pickleball, based in Costa Mesa, California, is built by players for players. Waves represents the next step in our mission to push paddle technology forward. After hundreds of prototypes and an all-new core design, we created a paddle that does not just meet expectations, it redefines them.
The CRBN TruFoam™ Waves: Power Comes In Waves.
The wave paddle is an incredible tool, offering exceptional power, control, and spin. I was pleasantly surprised by how effortlessly it generates power. Occasionally, I find myself restraining my force because the paddle’s pop-off mechanism delivers intense power. Overall, this is an amazing purchase, and I highly recommend it to friends and family.
I recently upgraded from my CRBN Serie 1X to the new CRBN Tru Foam paddle, and it has completely exceeded my expectations.
I bought this paddle because I have a CRBN 3x and love it but wanted to upgrade to something that had more feel. The Trufoam has that but I have gone through 2 paddles, replaced under warranty and and sending my second back for replacement. The paddles are breaking on the inside. It can be recognized because it sounds broken, not just to me but to everyone around me. It sounds like a gun shot. The face delaminates from the core. Perhaps my third paddle will be better but odds are against it. I can't recommend this paddle. I'm a 3.5 DUPR rated player. I will say their warranty is amazing but I want to play not wait for a new paddle every 3 months.
I've been using my CRBN Waves paddle for a month now and am really pleased. It performs very well and my game has improved.
Great paddle instant out of the box performance
Second foam core paddle I've owned. Best power/control paddle I've used.
Best paddle I've played with. And ive tried a lot of paddles.
Giving 5 stars for the power and spin, really pops. Still getting used to feel for absorbing pace and softer game
Awesome power! Had to put some weighted tape on the lower sides to get a better sweet spot with more control for the soft game.
Just got my first real session in with the TruFoam Waves Elongated, Long Handle, and I’m seriously impressed. The elongated handle made a noticeable difference for my two-handed backhand, giving me better control and letting me drive a harder, spicier shot with real confidence. The overall feel is fantastic. It added a bit more power than I’m used to, so there’s a small adjustment curve, but nothing a few games can’t fix. Already produced a couple of out-balls from the extra pop, but honestly, that’s part of dialing it in. Highly recommend. This is my new go-to paddle moving forward.
Started playing pickle ball a little over 3 years ago. A friend suggested a CRBN paddle. Used the original, the x, the genesis, and now the waves. Always been a fan. I tried the Waves 4 Hybrid, but I’ve always used the 1 shaped paddle. The Hybrid seemed too short for me. I returned it within the 30 days and got a Waves 1. Easy process to trade for the other paddle. Customer service is awesome. Played today with the Waves 1 and loved it! Like my Genesis but more powerful and seemed I had better control of my shots. Definitely recommend!
The reviewers were wrong about this paddle, having owned several CRBN Genesis TF1, 2 and 4 (sold them all to friends or people I lend them too) this TF Wave1 paddle immediately felt familiar to play with, it has more grit than the Genesis models so it seems to put more spin on serves and dinks. Power maybe a tiny bit more than the Genesis models and the drop off from the center of the sweet spot to the surroundings is completely acceptable... I've lent it to people who played with the Genesis and people who had not and everyone likes this paddle... I already have a couple offers to buy it. Based on this paddle I ordered a Waves 4 and so far the same still like the TF1 more than the 4.
If you own a Genesis and they're happy with it there's no need to jump to this one but if your paddle is worn out or you would like to try something that puts more spin and power in your shots then look no further.
Love the feel, exceptional control, good power,
Any tennis player playing pickleball most likely will agree that this paddle is the closest thing to a racquet with strings! Also if you are looking for a slightly more powerful version of the genesis, this would be it!
Está pala es una pasada. Muy buen balance,control y potencia. Recomendable %100
I am very happy with my CRBN elongated handled paddle! Great for backhanded flicks and the reach is superior! The new Wave gives me more control and sacrifices nothing in power!! It’s just the weapon a 75 year old woman needs!!
So I have tried all shapes and the 1 seems to be the best of the bunch. Im sure everyone has seen the youtube reviews etc and this paddle is very niche. Some of the comments have validity. I think the wider the paddle face the more the face flexes causing some of the issues others seem to be commenting on. I found adding 2-3 grams of .5 per inch tungsten at 10/2 going up thru the top corners helps eliminate some of that instability. I think you will be pleased with this paddle when properly set up. I dont find any issues with a small sweet spot. This paddle is an absolute weapon. Im sure with some set up the others work just fine however I simply found the 1 requires the least amount of tinkering.
This paddle is ridiculous.Even more dwell time on the ball. Resets are effortless and now I got more power when I need it. But overall for me it feels like tennis strings how it can really hold onto the ball much longer than I’m use to.
Better spin with a touch more power from the original Trufoam… same amazing feel
Ice
I love the feel of the paddle however it’s starting to fail again. This would be the fourth one since I purchased it last December is there anyway you guys can send me something different because I’ve had other paddles for 4 to 5 years with no issues whatsoever. Including my other CRBN paddle. I love the feel of this one however I’m extremely disappointed that I will have probably about another few weeks to play with it and it will fail again and I’ll have to send it back and I’ll end up at the end of one year, not having a paddle that I can play with.
Awesome paddle ! Easy to handle! Smooth surface!
FAQs
TruFoam™ is CRBN’s proprietary core technology—a high-density foam blend meticulously engineered to deliver unmatched durability, consistency, and performance. Unlike traditional honeycomb cores, TruFoam™ boasts a seamless, 100% foam construction that eliminates weak points like core crush and material separation, all while maximizing dwell time and flex for enhanced playability.
The core of the TruFoam™ Genesis paddle is 100% foam and is made from our proprietary TruFoam™ blend, a high-performance foam specifically engineered for durability, consistency, and control. It’s not EVA or PMI—it’s a completely unique material inspired by the foam cores used in surfboards, reimagined for pickleball to deliver unmatched performance.
Yes and yes. The TruFoam™ Waves paddle is USAPA approved and fully compliant with all current tournament regulations. It’s designed not only to meet the highest standards of competitive play but also to remain compliant with evolving rules, ensuring you can play with confidence today and in the future.
The TruFoam™ lineup represents a significant leap forward from 3rd generation technology. While Gen-3 paddles generally introduced foam-enhanced cores by injecting or adhering foam to honeycomb or other materials, they still relied on hybrid designs with inherent limitations.
Developing TruFoam™ took time because we weren’t just making tweaks—we created an entirely new paddle technology from the ground up. Over 18 months and more than 200 prototypes, we worked tirelessly to perfect the design. This included reinventing the production process, designing custom machinery, and pushing material engineering to its limits. Our goal was simple: to deliver a paddle that performs at the highest level without compromise. The result is a one-of-a-kind core that redefines what’s possible in pickleball.
The thickness of the TruFoam Waves paddle is 14mm, precision-engineered to deliver the perfect balance of power and control without the need for multiple thickness options.
We’ve chosen a single thickness—14mm—because our TruFoam™ core technology allows us to fine-tune the paddle’s performance at a much deeper level. Unlike traditional honeycomb cores, which rely on varying thicknesses to balance power and control, TruFoam™ enables us to adjust foam density and structure with precision. This means we can optimize the paddle for high-level performance without the need for multiple thickness options, ensuring consistency and simplicity for every player.
