{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro-v2-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\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 CarbonBite Surface, Axial Carbon Layup, and Tri-Density Core technologies to engineer revolutionary performance for every player.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\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. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"spec-tabs__spec-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eRegistered Approval Body: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003eUSAP PBCoR .43\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eClass: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003eProfessional Level\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eSurface: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003eCarbon Fiber Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eCore Thickness: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e16MM\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eAverage Weight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e7.9oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eSwing Weight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e117\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eTwist Weight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e6.5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003ePaddle Length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e16.5″\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003ePaddle Width: 7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e″\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eGrip Length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e5.5″\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"spec-tabs__spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-label\"\u003eGrip Circumference: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003e4.125″\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-tabs__spec-value\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnparalleled Spin: Our Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefined by the engineers at RPM LABS, our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRPM FRICTION CarbonBite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esurface 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).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Density Core Technology “The Difference”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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. Our groundbreaking Tri-Density technology lies at the heart of the RPM Friction Pro, delivering explosive energy transfer with every swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this USAPA approved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — approved for all sanctioned pickleball play in Canada and the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paddle-finder-quiz\"\u003ePaddle Quiz →\u003c\/a\u003e | 📖 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/best-pickleball-paddles-canada-2026\"\u003eBest Paddles in Canada 2026\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pickleball-paddle-buying-guide\"\u003ePaddle Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RMP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46499129589921,"sku":null,"price":349.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/1175\/3633\/files\/V2_16_USAP_only.webp?v=1780434328","url":"https:\/\/pickleballpaddlescanada.ca\/products\/rpm-friction-pro-v2-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Pickleball Paddles Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}