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RPM Friction Pro Widebody 16mm pickleball paddle
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RPM

Friction Pro Widebody 16mm RPM

Pickleball· Friction Pro

RR ScoreUpdated on 2026-10-06
Version · 7 optionsFriction Pro Widebody 16mmChange

The RPM Friction Pro Widebody 16mm V1 pickleball paddle was developed with professional player James Ignatowich and is aimed at advanced play. It combines a CarbonBite surface, DwellZone sweet spot and Tri-Density Core to deliver spin, power and a wide sweet spot. The widebody shape gives the best balance of sweet spot, power and maneuverability, and is recommended for doubles. It is 16 in long, with a 5.25 in handle, a 4.125 in grip and an average weight of 7.9 oz, and the 16 mm core gives stability.

Key specs

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

LevelsBeginner, Intermediate

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Widebody shape: wide, maneuverable sweet spot
  • 16 mm core: stability and control
  • Lightweight (7.9 oz): easy to maneuver

Cons

  • Less reach than elongated paddles in singles play
  • 16 mm core: less pop than the 14 mm
Ideal for
Doubles players who value sweet spot and maneuverability
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 approvedYesMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.9 ozMedium confidence
WidthNo dataMedium confidence
Length16 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.3 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.1 inMedium confidence
ShapeWideMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%58
Approval from players35%65

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