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RPM Friction Pro Elongated Pickleball Paddle

93Universal Acclaim

The RPM Friction Pro Elongated is widely praised for exceptional spin generation and lightweight design that reduces strain on arthritic hands while maintaining power. Reviewers note excellent control and grit, though some experience an initial learning curve requiring adjustment or customization to optimize performance.

Sentiment Breakdown

100 positive / 0 neutral / 0 negative

Pros

  • Exceptional spin generation on all shots
  • Super lightweight reduces hand and wrist strain
  • Excellent grit and control for precision play
  • Great value compared to premium competitors
  • Long handle enables powerful serves and overheads

Cons

  • Initial learning curve; may feel uncontrolled at first
  • Requires customization (added weights) for some players

What Reviewers Mention

Spin
75% of reviews
Lightweight Design
50% of reviews
Control
50% of reviews
Value
50% of reviews
Learning Curve
25% of reviews

Specifications

ShapeElongated

Where to Buy

Most Recent Reviews: Showing 4 reviews

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Pickleball Warehouse

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100Universal Acclaim

Super light without giving up power: Was not sure about the super light weight in the beginning but with arthritic hands in the winter this has been a lifesaver. The grit and control are excellent. Able to generate great topspin and with the long handle am able to really snap serves and overheads. Highly recommend this paddle.

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Pickleball Warehouse

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100Universal Acclaim

Got better!!!: At first, I thought I wasted money on buying this paddle. My first days, I can't control the ball the ball (pops), the way I was doing with my DBD 6.0. But after a week I started to love it especially when I put weights (3 grams), 1 on the top and 1 each on the swing sides. This paddle makes me play better.

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Pickleheads

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90Universal Acclaim

My favorite spin paddle this year comes from a new range of Gen 4 paddles. The CRBN TruFoam Genesis 4 may be expensive at $280 (or $252 with our discount) but it's worth it because it offers a complete game and should last a long time. Here's a recap of the five best pickleball paddles for spin: CRBN TruFoam Genesis 4 - best overallRPM Friction Pro - most spinHonolulu Sword & Shield J2NF - best control11SIX24 Pegasus Jelly Bean - best budget pickSix Zero Black Opal - best power

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Pickleheads

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90Universal Acclaim

My favorite spin paddle this year is actually a Gen 3 model. The RPM Friction Pro V2 hits the value sweet spot for me: cheaper than some competitors at $212.50 (with our discount) and it hits spin like no other on the market. Here's a recap of the five best pickleball paddles for spin: RPM Friction Pro V2 - best overallVolair Shift - best controlHolbrook Fuze - best powerCRBN TruFoam Barrage - best premium11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 - best speedMaverix Havik 2 - best budget

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