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RiverStyks The Classic

ApprovedApproved May 18, 2021Last verified Nov 8, 2026View on USA Pickleball
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Specifications

FoamListed as "Carbon Fiber Foam RTM Resin"
Core thickness.415
ShapeNot listed
Outline (per USA Pickleball)Square with round corners
Face materialCarbon fiberListed as "Carbon Fiber Weave"
Surface finishCarbon Fiber Weave
Cell sizeNot listed
MD numberNot listed
WeightNot listed
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LengthNot listed
WidthNot listed
Handle lengthNot listed
Grip circumferenceNot listed
MSRP (manufacturer list price)Not listed
Release yearNot listed
Manufacturer pageNot listed

Source: USA Pickleball Approved Equipment List. Specs not on the official list show as "Not listed" until we verify them.

Weights, dimensions and MSRP come from manufacturer or retailer pages, are checked by an editor before they appear, and link to their source. MSRP is the list price on the date shown, not a live price.

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What these specs mean

Core material
Foam cores (such as EVA, EPP or PU foam) are a newer construction. Brands use foam to add pop and a more even response across the face; feel varies a lot between foam types and designs.
Face
Carbon fiber faces are stiff and light, generally favoring control and a consistent response.

These are typical tendencies of each construction. Weight, balance, surface treatment and each brand's specific materials also change how a paddle plays.

How it compares

  • Foam cores: 433 of the 4,597 approved paddles with a listed core material (9%).
  • 1 of 1 approved foam-core paddles first approved in 2021.
  • Carbon fiber faces: 2,155 of the 4,596 approved paddles with a listed face material (47%).

Browse similar: Foam-Core Pickleball Paddles · Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddles

Pro tour legality (UPA-A)

Amateur and USA Pickleball–sanctioned events accept paddles on the USA Pickleball list. PPA Tour and MLP pro events require UPA-A certification.

UPA-A
Not on the UPA-A list

We only link a UPA-A entry when brand, model and core thickness clearly match; uncertain pairs wait for review. If you think this paddle is on the UPA-A list, check the source below.

UPA-A approved paddle list ·Decertified and delisted paddles

Where to buy

We don't list retailers for this paddle yet. We'll only add links we've checked, and we'll always disclose when we earn from them.

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  • Fox
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  • Rubicon
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