RPM Friction Pro Pickleball Paddle

The RPM Friction Pro pickleball paddles reimagine everything you can do on the court, fueling your game with unparalleled spin, elite power, and the biggest sweet spot on the market. Co-designed and built by James Ignatowich, a top 10 world-ranked professional pickleball player, the RPM Friction Pro line was engineered with professional, advanced play in mind. RPM LABS has combined its CarbonBite Surface, DwellZone Sweet-Spot, and Tri-Density Core technologies to engineer revolutionary performance for every player. 

The Friction Pro’s elongated shape offers extended reach for high balls, volley attacks, and singles play. This shape emulates tennis racquet play, with heightened power for next-level drives. With a thicker 16MM core, this high-performance paddle delivers increased stability and plush shock absorption, with elite power that feels controllable. The Friction Pro 16MM Elongated paddle is designed for players prioritizing power, reach, and aggressive play, without losing out on stability and control.

The 16MM Elongated model is James Ignatowich’s competition paddle of choice. “This paddle is for anyone. It’s forgiving, and controllable, but the top end power and spin are elite.” - James Ignatowich

With a thinner 14MM core, this high-performance paddle delivers immense power generation and faster rebound speed, paired with elite maneuverability. The Friction Pro 14MM Elongated paddle is designed for players prioritizing aggression, reach, pop, and maneuverability. 

The 14MM Elongated model is Ryan Fu’s competition paddle of choice. “This model is for the aggressive player that wants to play to their strengths.” - Ryan Fu

The Friction Pro’s Widebody shape guarantees a larger sweet spot, enhancing pop and forgiveness on off-balanced mishits. It offers supreme control and maneuverability in the air, enhancing hand speed and volleys—perfect for doubles specialists. This shape also offers our lowest swing weights, resulting in a lighter feel and increased responsiveness for firefights at the kitchen line. With a thicker 16MM core, this high-performance paddle delivers increased stability and plush shock absorption, prioritizing ball-shaping on the court. The Friction Pro 16MM Widebody paddle is designed for players prioritizing sweet-spot size, maneuverability, control, and stability. 

“Several professional players think this is our best paddle for doubles. If you’re someone who loves singles, you may miss out on the extra reach you get from the elongated shape. With that being said, the widebody is second to none on the doubles court with our best combination of sweet spot, power, and maneuverability.” - James Ignatowich

Specifications

Widebody 16mm:

• APPROVAL BODYUSAP PBCoR .43
• CLASSProfessional Level
• SURFACECarbon Fiber Surface
• CORE THICKNESS16MM
• AVERAGE WEIGHT7.9oz
• SWING WEIGHT109
• TWIST WEIGHT7.3
• PADDLE LENGTH16″
• PADDLE WIDTH8″
• GRIP LENGTH5.25″
• GRIP CIRCUMFERENCE4.125″

Elongated 16mm:

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  REGISTERED APPROVAL BODYUSAP PBCoR .44
• CLASSProfessional Level
• SURFACECarbon Fiber Surface
• CORE THICKNESS16MM
• AVERAGE WEIGHT7.9oz
• SWING WEIGHT117
• TWIST WEIGHT6.4
• PADDLE LENGTH16.5″
• PADDLE WIDTH7.5″
• GRIP LENGTH5.5″
• GRIP CIRCUMFERENCE4.125″

Elongated 14mm:

• REGISTERED APPROVAL BODYUSAP PBCoR .43
• CLASSProfessional Level
• SURFACECarbon Fiber Surface
• CORE THICKNESS14MM
• AVERAGE WEIGHT7.8oz
• SWING WEIGHT113
• TWIST WEIGHT6.2
• PADDLE LENGTH16.5″
• PADDLE WIDTH7.5″
• GRIP LENGTH5.5″
• GRIP CIRCUMFERENCE4.125″