Overview
Aptly named, the CRUSH Freestyle 16 pickleball paddle is tuned to deliver easy power and huge spin with enough touch to be in the all-court performance category, instead of pure power or control. Manageable power, along with good comfort, and excellent paddle durability is afforded from its uni-body construction. Together with the Freestyle's 8 oz average weight and fusion shape of 16.3" x 7.44" further enhances the paddle's controlled power theme. Harnessing that power, with point commanding precision and spin potential is CRUSH's combination of a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core and the use of friction raw carbon fiber for the contact surfaces. And sealing the deal, in terms of maximizing the size of the sweet spot and curtailing vibration, even on off center ball contact is the thermoformed foam injection engineering. In addition, the Freestyle uses EVA Foam in the 5.25 in. handle which filters out unwanted vibration and is long enough for players to control the action with two hands. Whether you prefer to power or feel your way towards the kitchen, the CRUSH Freestyle is all-court capable enough to allow for a combination of both.
Grading Scale
Grade A - Excellent
It exhibits very little use; wear is evident on grip and edge guard only. May have minor paint defects.
Grade B - Great
It has been used and shows some minor cosmetic wear on the edge guard or hitting surface.
Grade C - Good
Exhibits clear wear from groundstrokes in multiple places on the edge guard. May have chips in the hitting surface.