RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody
Our take on the Friction Pro Widebody
Many people (us included) were asking RPM for a widebody version of the Friction Pro V2, and they delivered with a paddle that plays as good as it looks. The pink colorway is a collaboration with rising junior player Ella Oh, and both the 14mm and 16mm models deliver great stability and maneuverability while maintaining the elite power that the V2 has become known for. The 14mm model delivers slightly more pop in hands battles at the net.
- Shape
- Widebody
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $249.99
Is the Friction Pro Widebody worth $249.99?
Who should buy the Friction Pro Widebody?
How does the Friction Pro Widebody play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Friction Pro Widebody?
Friction Pro Widebody vs Aurelius ALW
All Court
RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody
- Shape
- Widebody
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- RPM
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 110
- Twist Weight
- 7.2
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
All Court
Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius
- Shape
- Widebody
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- Franklin
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.6 oz
- Swing Weight
- 99
- Twist Weight
- 6.2
- Handle Length
- Short
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Friction Pro Widebody
Is the RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody worth $249.99?
Yes, if you want a widebody that keeps the V2's power. It adds great stability and maneuverability, and it's the shape many players, us included, had been asking RPM for.
Should I get the 14mm or 16mm RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody?
The 14mm if you want a little extra pop in hands battles at the net. Both thicknesses play well overall, so pick based on how much pop you want.
Is there a pink RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody?
Yes. The pink colorway is a collaboration with rising junior player Ella Oh, and the V2 also comes in several other colorways.
What is the swing weight of the RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody?
110, which is medium. It swings lighter than the elongated Friction Pro V2 at 119, and it has a high twist weight of 7.2.
Is the RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody alternatives?
Franklin C45 Tempo
Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius
Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X
How We Tested
Our paddle reviewers (all 5.0+ players) work with other high-level players in their area to test paddles on a variety of shots. This testing involves several hours of drills and games in an effort to determine how the paddle impacts performance in real-world scenarios.
We use the Life Time LT Pro 48 pickleball for our testing.