Engage Pursuit Pro MX vs Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody
Friday Pickleball
Fever 102 Widebody
$109
7.8–8.2 oz · 16mm core · Widebody
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Engage Pursuit Pro MX vs Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
Engage Pursuit Pro MX trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody is easier to whip around in hand fights.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Engage Pursuit Pro MX | Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 15.2mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb (10mm cells) with Dual-Edge Foam, ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Triple-Layer T700 Raw Carbon Fiber |
| Handle length | 5.75" | 5.5" |
| Price | $103.99 | $109 |
What the spec differences mean
- Core thickness. Engage Pursuit Pro MX has a 15.2mm core; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody has a 16mm core, so the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody core is 0.8mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Engage Pursuit Pro MX measures 16.5" × 7.38"; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody measures 16" × 8" (elongated vs widebody). The Engage Pursuit Pro MX is 0.5" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Engage Pursuit Pro MX has a 5.75" handle; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody has a 5.5" handle, so the Engage Pursuit Pro MX handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Engage Pursuit Pro MX lists its face as Carbon fiber; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody lists Triple-Layer T700 Raw Carbon Fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Engage Pursuit Pro MX lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Engage Pursuit Pro MX
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 15.2mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power, control
Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Engage Pursuit Pro MX if…
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody if…
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
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