{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro-14mm-16mm-elongated-v2-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM FRICTION PRO 14MM\/16MM ELONGATED V2 Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RPM Friction Pro V2 utilizes new technology to improve upon 2025’s paddle of the year, the RPM Friction Pro. The V2 includes RPM’s new Axial Carbon Layup, coupled with an enhanced EVA foam ring to generate elite spin \u0026amp; power and enhance 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 \u003cstrong\u003eCarbonBite Surface, Axial Carbon Layup, and Tri-Density Core\u003c\/strong\u003e technologies to engineer revolutionary performance for every player.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a thinner 14MM core, this high-performance paddle delivers immense power generation and faster rebound speed, paired with elite manoeuvrability. The Friction Pro 14MM Elongated paddle is designed for players prioritising aggression, reach, pop, and manoeuvrability. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnparalleled Spin: Our Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRefined by the engineers at RPM LABS, our RPM FRICTION CarbonBite surface technology guarantees a level of spin you’ve never accessed before. Upon creation of RPM, our founders set out to achieve maximum grit, and maximum spin. That’s why we’re called RPM, (Revolutions per minute).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur fine tuned DwellZone internal construction promises a larger sweet spot than anything you’ve ever played with. We’ve cracked the code to maximum dwell time - giving you the control and plush feel to reign in the immense power and spin that you’ll have at your disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Density Core Technology “The Difference”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfected by engineer and co-founder Marwan Abaza, RPM LABS presents “Tri-Density Core” technology - the innovation that combines 3 different materials with varying densities to maximize sweet spot size and solidity to the edge. 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