Medusa vs CRBN TruFoam
Two Toray T700 foam-core paddles, head to head, what separates them, and which makes sense here.
These two are closer than most, both pair a Toray T700 carbon face with a foam core and PBCoR .43 approval. CRBN's TruFoam is a thinner, pop-forward design; the Medusa's 16mm full-foam leans toward control and a bigger sweet spot. Same carbon class, but the Medusa is cheaper and, in the Philippines, the only one you can buy locally with COD.
Specs, side by side
| Spec | Mythos Medusa | CRBN TruFoam Barrage |
|---|---|---|
| Face | Toray T700 triple carbon | Toray T700 carbon |
| Core | 16mm full-foam (EchoFoam) | 14mm Gen-4 TruFoam |
| Lean | Control + sweet spot | Pop + reactive power |
| Weight | 7.9–8.0 oz | ~7.9 oz |
| Handle | 5.5″ | 5.5″ (4.125″ grip) |
| Certified | USAP / PBCoR .43 ✓ | USAP / PBCoR .43 ✓ |
| Price (PH) | ₱11,999 (~$210) | ~$279.99 + import |
| Availability | Local stock · COD · PH warranty | Import only |
How to choose between them
If you specifically want CRBN's thin-core, pop-based feel and don't mind importing, the TruFoam Barrage is a superb paddle. If you'd rather a 16mm full-foam build that's a touch more forgiving and controlled, in the same T700 carbon class, for less, and in stock here, the Medusa is the easy pick. Not sure which core suits you? Start with our paddle buyer's guide.