{"product_id":"friday-challenger-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Friday Challenger 16mm – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Friday Challenger 16mm is a 16mm raw carbon pickleball paddle built around a T700 raw carbon fiber face and a thermoformed construction. It suits players who want a firm, responsive paddle with an attacking feel. Its main difference is the T700 raw carbon face paired with a PP honeycomb core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT700 raw carbon fiber face – firm, responsive feel for accurate, powerful shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermoformed construction – a smooth, even surface for consistent contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm core thickness – a balance of firmness and touch without losing control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePP honeycomb core – supports a stable, solid feel through the paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic handle – a comfortable, non-slip grip for better control through long matches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePP Honeycomb Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8,0 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16,5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7,5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paddle suits intermediate and advanced players who like to attack and want a firm feel with good spin potential. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is eligible for sanctioned tournament play. Players who prefer maximum forgiveness may want to try a softer paddle first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Friday Challenger 16mm USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Friday Challenger 16mm is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Friday Challenger 16mm made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe paddle face is T700 raw carbon fiber, with a thermoformed construction and a PP honeycomb core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/friday-paddles\"\u003eFriday Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friday","offers":[{"title":"16 mm \/ Cardinal","offer_id":67829073445097,"sku":"PAD-FRI-01008-01","price":156.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Phoenix","offer_id":67829073477865,"sku":"PAD-FRI-01008-02","price":156.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Ghostly","offer_id":67829073510633,"sku":"PAD-FRI-01008-03","price":156.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Sky","offer_id":67829073543401,"sku":"PAD-FRI-01008-04","price":156.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Lavender Haze","offer_id":67829073576169,"sku":"PAD-FRI-01008-05","price":156.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/ghostly-challenger.png?v=1793547691","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/friday-challenger-16mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}