CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm vs Engage X2 Elongated

    CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm 7.8oz 14mm pickleball paddle — T700 raw carbon fiber face

    CRBN

    TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm

    $279.99

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    Engage X2 Elongated 7.9oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Carbon fiber face

    Engage

    X2 Elongated

    $207.99

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    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mmEngage X2 Elongated
    Power — Engage +5.1
    4.5 vs 9.6
    Hand speed — CRBN +3.5
    6.5 vs 3.0
    Forgiveness — CRBN +5.1
    10.0 vs 4.9
    Touch — Engage +5.4
    4.5 vs 9.9
    Spin — CRBN +5.3
    9.7 vs 4.4

    Reach vs. maneuverability

    The Engage X2 Elongated's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Engage X2 Elongated trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm is easier to

    Side-by-side specs

    Weight

    7.8–8.2 oz7.9–8.3 oz

    Shape

    WidebodyElongated

    Core thickness

    14mm16mm

    Core material

    —High-density foam core

    Face material

    T700 raw carbon fiberCarbon fiber

    Handle length

    5.75"5.5"

    Price

    $279.99$207.99

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Engage X2 Elongated at 7.9–8.3 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Core thickness. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm has a 14mm core; Engage X2 Elongated has a 16mm core, so the Engage X2 Elongated core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
    • Handle length. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm has a 5.75" handle; Engage X2 Elongated has a 5.5" handle, so the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
    • Face material. CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm lists its face as T700 raw carbon fiber; Engage X2 Elongated lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm

    Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.

    Playing style: all-court

    Engage X2 Elongated

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.

    Playing style: power, spin

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the CRBN TruFoam Barrage 2 Widebody 14mm if…

    • ✓you want a generous sweet spot

    Pick the Engage X2 Elongated if…

    • ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
    • ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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