RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated
Who This Paddle Is For
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14mm sibling of the RPM Friction Pro V2 family - faster and livelier feel vs the 16mm. USAP + UPA-A approved per Pickleball Warehouse listing (verify at equipment.usapickleball.org). Same Tri-Density core + CarbonBite face. Same $249.99 MAP. Triple-sourced: rpmpb.com brand PDP (variant selector PDP), pickleballwarehouse.com retailer PDP, pickleballcentral.com retailer PDP.
About the RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated
The RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a carbon fiber with carbonbite texture face over a 14mm core. It comes in around 7.6–8 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $249.99.
14mm sibling of the RPM Friction Pro V2 family - faster and livelier feel vs the 16mm. USAP + UPA-A approved per Pickleball Warehouse listing (verify at equipment.usapickleball.org). Same Tri-Density core + CarbonBite face. Same $249.99 MAP. Triple-sourced: rpmpb.com brand PDP (variant selector PDP), pickleballwarehouse.com retailer PDP, pickleballcentral.com retailer PDP.
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14mm core, carbon fiber with carbonbite texture face. Extra reach and leverage at the line. 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
- 4.7 / 10
- Hand speed
- 9.2 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 4.5 / 10
- Spin
- 6.4 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
Top 17% of catalog on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
Below the catalog median on touch
At the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated 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/12475.
What's the core thickness of the RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated?
The RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated uses a 14mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a carbon fiber with carbonbite texture face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated best for?
The RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated suits a range of playing styles — see the spec block above for shape, weight, and core details.
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