Harrow Stealth 14mm vs RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated
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The value vs. premium matchup
The RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Harrow Stealth 14mm's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Harrow Stealth 14mm is the value pick at $159.99. RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated is the premium option at $249.99 —
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Harrow Stealth 14mm | RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.5–7.9 oz | 7.8–7.8 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 14mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb | Honeycomb with foam perimeter (Tri-Density Core) |
| Face material | Raw carbon fiber | Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture |
| Handle length | 5.3" | 5.5" |
| Price | $159.99 | $249.99 |
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Core material
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Harrow Stealth 14mm is listed at 7.5–7.9 oz; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated at 7.8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Harrow Stealth 14mm is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Harrow Stealth 14mm has a 14mm core; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated has a 16mm core, so the RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Harrow Stealth 14mm measures 16.2" × 7.7"; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.5" (hybrid vs elongated). The RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated is 0.3" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Harrow Stealth 14mm has a 5.3" handle; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated has a 5.5" handle, so the RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Harrow Stealth 14mm lists its face as Raw carbon fiber; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated lists Carbon fiber with CarbonBite texture. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Harrow Stealth 14mm lists its core as Polypropylene honeycomb; RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated lists Honeycomb with foam perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Harrow Stealth 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a quick, hands-first style. 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.
Playing style: balanced
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
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Harrow Stealth 14mm if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
Pick the RPM Pickleball Friction Pro 16mm Elongated if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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