Friday Pickleball Aura vs Head Radical Pro
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Friday Pickleball Aura vs Head Radical Pro across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Carbon fiber face on Friday Pickleball Aura favors consistency; fiberglass/composite on Head Radical Pro adds pop out of the box.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Friday Pickleball Aura | Head Radical Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8–8 oz | 8.1–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 15mm |
| Core material | EPP foam core with EVA foam and unique throat foam | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Fiberglass |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.3" |
| Price | $129 | $99.95 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Friday Pickleball Aura is listed at 8 oz; Head Radical Pro at 8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Friday Pickleball Aura is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Friday Pickleball Aura has a 16mm core; Head Radical Pro has a 15mm core, so the Friday Pickleball Aura core is 1mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Friday Pickleball Aura measures 16.5" × 7.5"; Head Radical Pro measures 16" × 7.5". The Friday Pickleball Aura is 0.5" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Friday Pickleball Aura has a 5.5" handle; Head Radical Pro has a 5.3" handle, so the Friday Pickleball Aura handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Friday Pickleball Aura lists its face as Carbon fiber; Head Radical Pro lists Fiberglass. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Friday Pickleball Aura lists its core as EPP foam core with EVA foam and unique throat foam; Head Radical Pro lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Friday Pickleball Aura
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
Head Radical Pro
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 15mm core balances pop and control, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: power
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