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RPM Friction Pro 16mm Hybrid Flat Top V2 pickleball paddle
RPM Friction Pro 16mm Hybrid Flat Top V2 pickleball paddle, photo 2

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RPM

Friction Pro 16mm Hybrid Flat Top V2 RPM

Pickleball· Friction

RR ScoreUpdated on 2026-10-05
Version · 2 optionsFriction Pro 16mm Hybrid Flat Top V2Change

The RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Hybrid Flat Top pickleball paddle has a hybrid flat-top shape and was developed with professional player James Ignatowich. The hybrid shape sits between the elongated and the widebody and keeps reach with a wide, forgiving face, and the flat top distributes mass upward and gives stability on drives. It uses a CarbonBite surface, Axial Carbon Layup, an EVA foam ring and a Tri-Density Core. It is 16.3 in long, with a 5.5 in handle, a 4.125 in grip and an average weight of 7.9 oz, with a 16 mm core.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
7.9 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
CarbonBite carbon
Core
Tri-Density Core
Length
16.3 in
Grip length
5.5 in

LevelsBeginner, Intermediate

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Hybrid shape: reach with a wide sweet spot
  • Flat top: more stability and plow-through on drives
  • 16 mm core: stability and control

Cons

  • 16 mm core: less pop than the 14 mm
  • Less reach than elongated paddles
Levels
Beginner, Intermediate

Specs

Construction
Face materialCarbonBite carbonMedium confidence
CoreTri-Density CoreMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionNo dataMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedNo dataMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.9 ozMedium confidence
WidthNo dataMedium confidence
Length16.3 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.5 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.1 inMedium confidence
ShapeHybridMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%58
Approval from players35%65

The RR Score is not yet a precise figure. It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy.

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