KRINE
Storm
Storm 1.0 Pro — KRINE Beginner | Storm tier paddle with T300 carbon and a square-head sweet spot.
Verdict / TL;DR
Best for: BeginnerKRINE's Beginner | Storm tier — Storm 1.0 Pro and base Storm 1.0 — targets first-season players with a forgiving square sweet spot and light ~230 g build.
~$36 CAD est.
Courlo converted estimate from Tmall ¥188 listing
How we verified this↓
World.taobao item TWJ5Mmw5MXRBaGhNSzZqSzlNUGVxQT09 maps to Tmall 1018469057080 — Storm series (FengLin) Storm 1.0 Pro (T300 carbon, ¥188). Base Storm 1.0 uses fiberglass faces per the in-listing comparison table.
USAPA approval unverified — not stated on Tmall or krinecn.com.
C$36.00 · detail.tmall.com
OUR TAKE
KRINE's website groups the Storm line under Beginner | Storm — its entry recommendation tier. This Tmall listing is Storm 1.0 Pro (T300 carbon, PP honeycomb); the same tier also includes base Storm 1.0 with fiberglass faces. Both sit below Advanced | Warrior and Competition | Battle on KRINE's ladder.
Specifications
Materials & build
- Core material
- PP honeycomb
- Face material
- T300 carbon fiber
- Construction
- Square shape; cold-pressed T300 carbon face
Dimensions & weight
- Thickness
- 16 mm
- Dimensions
- 415 × 190 mm
- Weight
- 230 ± 10 g
- Grip length
- ≈ 140 mm
- Grip circumference
- ≈ 110 mm
All specifications manufacturer-published (detail.tmall.com).
Fit signals
Who this gear suits — and what to double-check before buying.
Green lights
Ideal scenarios
- KRINE categorizes Storm under Beginner | Storm — the manufacturer's entry recommendation tier on krinecn.com.
- Tmall lists this as Storm 1.0 Pro with T300 carbon, PP honeycomb core, and a square-head sweet spot; base Storm 1.0 (fiberglass) shares the same Beginner tier.
- Published Tmall spec sheet: 16 mm thickness, 415 × 190 mm face, 230 g ± 10 g weight, ≈ 140 mm grip length.
- Merchant imagery labels the model Storm 1.0 with Kirin-inspired graphics.
- KRINE flagship store shows 5.0 ratings for logistics, service, and product description.
Watchouts
Double check before buy
- Tmall detail page lists 240 g bare weight for base Storm 1.0; comparison table cites 230 g ± 10 g for Storm 1.0 Pro — we use the comparison table as primary.
- USAPA approval unverified — not stated on Tmall or krinecn.com.
- Listed on Tmall in CNY only; Canadian retail availability unconfirmed.
Who it's for
Where this gear fits best by player stage — editorial judgment from specs and Toronto play context, not lab measurements.
- Possible with caveats
Beginner
First season, rec drop-in
KRINE's Beginner | Storm tier — Storm 1.0 Pro and base Storm 1.0 — targets first-season players with a forgiving square sweet spot and light ~230 g build.
- Confirm sanctioning-body approval before league play — not stated on Tmall.
Recommendations are Courlo editorial judgment based on manufacturer specs, USAPA status, and Toronto court context. They are not measured performance data.
Where this fits in Toronto
Court-context scenarios by player level.
- Casual
KRINE tier comparison
Cross-shop Beginner | Storm, Advanced | Warrior, and Competition | Battle before choosing a line.
- Casual
Drop-in beginner nights
Casual neighbourhood play when players want KRINE's Beginner-tier paddle outside big-box imports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about specifications, approval status, and player fit for Storm.
The USAPA approval status for the Storm is currently unverified. While it is marketed for recreation and match play, we recommend verifying with your tournament organizer if you plan to use it in sanctioned competitions.
Based on editorial review and player feedback, the Storm is best suited for:
- beginner: KRINE's Beginner | Storm tier — Storm 1.0 Pro and base Storm 1.0 — targets first-season players with a forgiving square sweet spot and light ~230 g build.
Here are the key verified specifications for this model:
- Core material
- PP honeycomb
- Face material
- T300 carbon fiber
- Construction
- Square shape; cold-pressed T300 carbon face
- Thickness
- 16 mm
- Dimensions
- 415 × 190 mm
- Weight
- 230 ± 10 g
The Storm is manufactured by KRINE. The estimated retail price is $36 CAD. You can view the product details and purchase directly from the merchant via the official listing page.
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