RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro
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The value vs. premium matchup
The Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro is the value pick at $109.99. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated is the premium option at $249 — you're paying for the
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated | Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–7.8 oz | 8–8.4 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Multiple |
| Core thickness | 14mm | 16mm |
| Core material | — | Full foam core with EVA foam perimeter |
| Face material | CarbonBite Surface (textured carbon fiber) | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.3" |
| Price | $249 | $109.99 |
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated is listed at 7.8 oz; Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro at 8–8.4 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated has a 14mm core; Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro has a 16mm core, so the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.5"; Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro measures 16.25" × 7.5" (elongated vs multiple). The RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated is 0.25" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated has a 5.5" handle; Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro has a 5.3" handle, so the RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated lists its face as CarbonBite Surface; Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated
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 14mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power
Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power, control
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the RPM Friction Pro 14mm Elongated if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro if…
- ✓you swing through the ball
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
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