RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated vs Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm
RPM
Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated
$249.99
7.7–8.1 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated vs Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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The RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated | Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.7–8.1 oz | 8–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Hybrid |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Tri-Density (EVA foam ring + Axial Carbon Layup) | Polymer honeycomb (10mm-cell) with Gen 1.5 perimeter edge foam; intentionally non-thermoformed for long-term durability |
| Face material | Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber with new proprietary composite face layer |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.3" |
| Price | $249.99 | $99.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated is listed at 7.7–8.1 oz; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm at 8–8.3 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated has a 16mm core; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm has a 14mm core, so the RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.5"; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm measures 16.3" × 7.7" (elongated vs hybrid). The RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated is 0.2" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated has a 5.5" handle; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm has a 5.3" handle, so the RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated lists its face as Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber with new proprietary composite…. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated lists its core as Tri-Density; Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm lists Polymer honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
RPM Friction Pro V2 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.
Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Vatic Pro Saga Flash 14mm if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
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