RPM Friction pro elongated 16 Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Price: $249.99. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 6. Weight: 7.9 oz. Power: 56.6 MPH. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
- 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
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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RPM
Friction pro elongated 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
$249.99
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
64th percentile
Twist Weight
6
33th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.6 MPH
79th percentile
Pop
36.7 MPH
79th percentile
Balance
239mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.7 MPH (71th percentile) for net exchanges
- +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
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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