RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated vs RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated
RPM Pickleball
Friction Pro 16mm Elongated
$249.99
7.8–7.8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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RPM Pickleball
Q2 16mm Elongated
$249.99
7.8–8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated vs RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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These two are closely matched on paper. RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated and RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated differ mostly in small spec details — pick on feel.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated | RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–7.8 oz | 7.8–8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Honeycomb with foam perimeter (Tri-Density Core) | Honeycomb with foam perimeter |
| Face material | Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $249.99 | $249.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated is listed at 7.8 oz; RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated at 7.8–8 oz. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Face material. RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated lists its face as Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture; RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel 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: spin
RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel 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
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