{"product_id":"rpm-diesel-1-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Diesel 1 Elongated – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RPM Diesel 1 Elongated 16mm is an elongated pickleball paddle with a 16mm expanded polypropylene (EPP) floating core and a SICmatrix textured surface. It suits players who want an elongated shape and a rough, grippy face for spin. Compared with the MPP core used in the RPM Jade, the Diesel 1 uses an EPP core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPP floating core – a lightweight core for a stable feel at the 16mm thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSICmatrix surface at Tier 1 durable roughness – a rough face that supports spin and grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElongated shape – extra reach and a longer sweet spot for players who prefer this profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm thickness – a balance of pop and control in a full-foam core paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 Oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.125 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpanded Polypropylene (EPP) Floating Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Foam Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSICmatrix Surface at Tier 1 Durable Roughness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (16mm Elongated, added 05\/10\/2026)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diesel 1 Elongated 16mm suits intermediate and advanced players who like an elongated paddle with a rough surface for spin. It is approved by USA Pickleball for sanctioned tournament play in the 16mm Elongated version only, so check the thickness before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the RPM Diesel 1 approved by USA Pickleball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the 16mm Elongated version was added to the USA Pickleball approved list on 05\/10\/2026. The approval applies only to that thickness, not to the 14mm version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat core does the Diesel 1 use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Diesel 1 uses an expanded polypropylene (EPP) floating core with a full foam core. This differs from the MPP core in the RPM Jade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rpm-paddles\"\u003eRPM Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RPM","offers":[{"title":"14 mm","offer_id":67829148745961,"sku":"PAD-RPM-02079-02","price":273.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm","offer_id":67829148778729,"sku":"PAD-RPM-02079-01","price":273.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/productmau_knen_ba578dee-6ba8-4f9d-9415-7b16558819db.png?v=1793548454","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/rpm-diesel-1-elongated-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}