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The RPM Friction Pro pickleball paddles reimagine everything you can do on the court, fueling your game with effortless power, groundbreaking speed, and unrivalled spin. Co-designed and built by James Ignatowich, a top 10 world-ranked professional pickleball player, the RPM Friction Pro line offers explosive power and surgical precision for professional play. RPM LABS has combined its CarbonBite Surface, DwellZone Sweet-Spot, and its Tri-Density Core technologies to engineer revolutionary performance.
Unparalleled Spin: Our Story
Refined 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).
DwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology
Our 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.
Tri-Density Core Technology “The Difference”
Perfected 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.
ELONGATED 14MM / 16MM
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.
ELONGATED 16 MM
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
ELONGATED 14MM
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
WIDEBODY 14MM
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 (ELONGATED 14MM / 16MM)
Registered Approval Body: USAP PBCoR .44 / USAP PBCoR .43
Class: Professional Level
Surface: Carbon Fibre Surface
Core Thickness: 14mm / 16mm
Average Weight: 7.8oz / 7.9oz
Swing Weight: 113 / 117
Twist Weight: 6.2 / 6.4
Paddle Length: 16.5in
Paddle Width: 7.5in
Grip Length: 5.5in
Grip Circumference: 4.125in
SPECIFICATIONS (WIDEBODY 16MM)
Registered Approval Body: USAP PBCoR .43
Class: Professional Level
Surface: Carbon Fibre Surface
Core Thickness: 16mm
Average Weight: 7.9oz
Swing Weight: 109
Twist Weight: 7.3
Paddle Length: 16in
Paddle Width: 8in
Grip Length: 5.5in
Grip Circumference: 4.125in
Performance Pickleball is an official distributor for RPM in Singapore.