RPM FRICTION PRO 16 MM Elongated Pickleball Paddle
Description
RPM FRICTION PRO 16 MM Elongated Pickleball Paddle
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.
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. 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
USAP PBCoR .43 Approved
Paddle Characteristics: RPM FRICTION PRO 16 MM Elongated Pickleball Paddle
- Product type: Pickleball Paddle
- Level: Professional
- Shape: Elongated
- Surface: Carbon Fiber
- Size: 16.5” x 7.5”
- Thickness: 16 mm
- Core: Tri-Density Core
- Edge: Edge Guard
- Grip Length: 5.5 in
- Grip Size: 4.125"
- Weight: 7.8 oz
- Swing Weight: 117
- Twist Weight: 6.4
Technologies of the RPM FRICTION PRO 16 MM Elongated Pickleball Paddle
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RPM FRICTION CarbonBite: Refined by the engineers at RPM LABS, the RPM FRICTION CarbonBite surface technology guarantees a level of spin you’ve never accessed before. Upon creation of RPM, the founders set out to achieve maximum grit, and maximum spin. That’s why they’re called RPM, (Revolutions per minute).
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DwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology: A fine tuned DwellZone internal construction promises a larger sweet spot than anything you’ve ever played with. RPM believe they have 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.
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Density Core Technology: 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. A groundbreaking Tri-Density technology lies at the heart of the RPM Friction Pro, delivering explosive energy transfer with every swing.
Technology
Technologies of the RPM FRICTION PRO 16 MM Elongated Pickleball Paddle
Tri-Density Core Technology: 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. A groundbreaking Tri-Density technology lies at the heart of the RPM Friction Pro, delivering explosive energy transfer with every swing.
DwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology: A fine tuned DwellZone internal construction promises a larger sweet spot than anything you’ve ever played with. RPM believe they have 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.
RPM FRICTION CarbonBite: Refined by the engineers at RPM LABS, the RPM FRICTION CarbonBite surface technology guarantees a level of spin you’ve never accessed before. Upon creation of RPM, the founders set out to achieve maximum grit, and maximum spin. That’s why they’re called RPM, (Revolutions per minute).
- Brand:
- RPM Pickelball
- Year:
- 2025
- Level:
- Professional / Advanced
- Face:
- Carbon
- Core:
- Tri-Density
- Face texture:
- Rough
- Weight:
- 7.8 oz
- Grip:
- 4-1/8"
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Frame:
- Edge Guard
- Length:
- 16.5"
- Width:
- 7.5"
- Thickness/Profile:
- 16 mm
- Handle Length:
- 5.5"
- Includes Cover:
- No
- Warranty:
- Manufacturer Limited Warranty
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Order Processing Time
Orders received by Noon, 12am EST (Miami time), Monday-Friday will be shipped the same day. Orders received after 12am EST, on a weekend or US holiday will be shipped the following business day. If you must receive an order by a specific date, we recommend purchasing expedited guaranteed shipping. Consider that carrier delays are common, so plan ahead and select the best shipping option to safely meet your needs.
Domestic Shipments:
Free Economy Shipping, USPS Parcel Select and ground serive takes an estimated 5-10 business days or longer to certain destinations. Priority Shipping takes an estimated 2-3 business days. Next Day Delivery takes approximately 1 business day. Second day service takes 2 days. Most deliverys in Florida take 1-2 business days. Carrier delays are not uncommon & are outside of our control, so plan accordingly.
Please Note: The only services that offer guaranteed delivery times are UPS Next day air, UPS Second day air and USPS Priority EXPRESS services all other delivery times are estimates.
International Shipments:
Shipping costs exclude local customs fees and duties that may be imposed. Any import duties, taxes and/or fees will be assessed on the full declared invoice value of the goods and services purchased and generally on or prior to delivery. USPS International First Class Package delivery can take 7-21 days plus customs proccessing time. We recommend using DHL Worldwide express for fast delivery.
Shipping Delays:
During holiday season's or days when shipping carriers are experiencing unprecedented volume delivery delays occur. Here at iamRacketSports we do our best to make sure your order is delivered on time, however, carrier delays are outside of our control.
Please Note: No shipping cost refunds will be provided due to courier shipping delays.
