Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody
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Widebody shape variant of Friday Pickleball's Fever 102 family (sibling: Fever 102 Elongated). Launched October 2025 at $102 price point that gives the model its name. Patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting + Dual-Edge Foam + 10mm PP honeycomb cells produce one of the largest sweet spots reviewed at sub-$150. Surfaced via Friday x Rachel Rohrabacher pro-deal coverage (Rachel debuted Fever 102 Elongated at 2026 PPA Masters as 102E). USAP status PENDING; verify at equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list.
About the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody
The Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a triple-layer t700 raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $109.
Widebody shape variant of Friday Pickleball's Fever 102 family (sibling: Fever 102 Elongated). Launched October 2025 at $102 price point that gives the model its name. Patent-pending ElasTECH internal perimeter weighting + Dual-Edge Foam + 10mm PP honeycomb cells produce one of the largest sweet spots reviewed at sub-$150. Surfaced via Friday x Rachel Rohrabacher pro-deal coverage (Rachel debuted Fever 102 Elongated at 2026 PPA Masters as 102E). USAP status PENDING; verify at equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list.
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16mm core, triple-layer t700 raw carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 4.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Top 26% of catalog on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 30% of catalog on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $109 | Check Amazon | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/11914.
What's the core thickness of the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody?
The Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a triple-layer t700 raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody best for?
The Friday Pickleball Fever 102 Widebody suits a range of playing styles — see the spec block above for shape, weight, and core details.
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