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RPM Pickleball Friction Pro V2 16mm Hybrid

ApprovedApproved Jun 9, 2026Last verified Nov 8, 2026View on USA Pickleball
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Specifications

Polypropylene honeycomb
Core thickness16 mm
ShapeHybridAs listed by USA Pickleball
Outline (per USA Pickleball)Hybrid
Face materialCarbon fiber
Surface finishEpoxy Resin
Cell sizeNot listed
MD numberNot listed
WeightNot listed
Not 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.

16 mm
Hybrid shape · illustration, not to scale

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 hybrid shape sits between a full elongated paddle and a wider, shorter one: a little extra length for reach, with a wider face than an elongated paddle.
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.

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.

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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.

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Where to buy

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