Friday Pickle Original Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $99. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 6.29. Weight: 7.8 oz. Spin: 2036 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Great value at $99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Players with Arm Issues: Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $99, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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Friday Pickle
Original
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
Twist Weight
6.29
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Spin
2036 RPM
Balance
240mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm Issues
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $99, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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