Ronbus R2 Nova
Specifications
| Polypropylene honeycomb | |
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Shape | WidebodyAs listed by USA Pickleball |
| Outline (per USA Pickleball) | Wide body |
| Face material | Raw carbonListed as "T700 Carbon Fiber" |
| Surface finish | Raw Textured |
| Cell size | Not listed |
| MD number | Not listed |
| Weight | Not listed |
| Not listed | |
| Not listed | |
| Length | Not listed |
| Width | Not listed |
| Handle length | Not listed |
| Grip circumference | Not listed |
| MSRP (manufacturer list price) | Not listed |
| Release year | Not listed |
| Manufacturer page | Not 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.
What these specs mean
- Core thickness
- A 16 mm core is the most common choice for control. The extra depth absorbs more impact, which tends to make dinks and resets easier to keep low, with a little less pop.
- Core material
- Polypropylene honeycomb is the most widely used core. The plastic cells absorb impact, giving a quiet, soft and forgiving feel that suits control and touch.
- Shape
- A widebody shape maximizes face width for the largest sweet spot, giving up some reach.
- Face
- A raw carbon face leaves the carbon-fiber surface untreated. Its natural texture tends to grip the ball for spin, though texture can wear with heavy use.
These are typical tendencies of each construction. Weight, balance, surface treatment and each brand's specific materials also change how a paddle plays.
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.
More from Ronbus
All Ronbus paddles| Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quanta Pro R2.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | May 9, 2026 | |
| Quanta Pro R4.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Hybrid | Raw carbon | May 9, 2026 | |
| Quanta Pro R3.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Not listed | Raw carbon | Mar 17, 2026 | |
| Tenon R2.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Feb 4, 2026 | |
| Tenon R1.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Elongated | Raw carbon | Feb 4, 2026 | |
| Tenon R3.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Not listed | Raw carbon | Feb 4, 2026 | |
| Tenon R4.16 | Foam | 16 mm | Hybrid | Raw carbon | Nov 14, 2025 | |
| REFOAM R5.14 | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Sep 12, 2025 |
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- May 9, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- May 9, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Mar 17, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Feb 4, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Feb 4, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Feb 4, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Nov 14, 2025
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Sep 12, 2025
Same construction, other brands
Polypropylene honeycomb core, 16 mm, widebody shape.
| Brand | Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engage Pickleball | Pursuit Pro2 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Aug 27, 2026 | |
| RPM Pickleball | Friction Pro V2 16mm Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| RPM Pickleball | Jade Widebody 16mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Mar 19, 2026 | |
| Beyond Measure Pickleball Company | RONIN WIDEBODY | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Dec 20, 2025 | |
| RPM Pickleball | Friction Pro Widebody 16mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Sep 26, 2025 | |
| SLK By Selkirk | Prime 2.0 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Fiberglass | Sep 9, 2025 | |
| Friday | FRIDAY-LABS-102W-B | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Aug 26, 2025 | |
| Rokne | Republic 3.16 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Feb 7, 2024 |
Engage Pickleball
Pursuit Pro2 Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 27, 2026
RPM Pickleball
Friction Pro V2 16mm Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 10, 2026
RPM Pickleball
Jade Widebody 16mm- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 19, 2026
Beyond Measure Pickleball Company
RONIN WIDEBODY- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Dec 20, 2025
RPM Pickleball
Friction Pro Widebody 16mm- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Sep 26, 2025
SLK By Selkirk
Prime 2.0 Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Fiberglass
- Approved:
- Sep 9, 2025
Friday
FRIDAY-LABS-102W-B- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 26, 2025
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Feb 7, 2024
Learn more
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