{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro-widebody-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM FRICTION PRO Widebody – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RPM FRICTION PRO Widebody is a widebody pickleball paddle built for doubles players who want a large sweet spot and strong control. It was co-designed by pro James Ignatowich, and its wide face makes it one of the more forgiving options in the Friction Pro line. Choose between a 14 mm and a 16 mm core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbonBite Carbon Fiber Surface – more spin on every shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwellZone Sweet-Spot Technology – a larger, softer hitting zone that stays forgiving on off-center hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTri-Density Core – three core layers keep the paddle stable out to the edge and add pop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidebody shape – the lowest swing weight in the Friction Pro line for quick hands at the kitchen line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 Oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.25 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\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Fiber Surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTri-Density Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 mm or 16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball approval\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 doubles specialists and advanced players who prioritize sweet spot size, control, and maneuverability. Several pros consider it RPM's best paddle for doubles. If you mainly play singles, the elongated Friction Pro models may give you more reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the RPM FRICTION PRO Widebody good for doubles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its wide face gives you a large sweet spot and quick maneuverability at the kitchen line, which makes it a strong choice for doubles play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\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":67829148352745,"sku":"PAD-RPM-00140-01","price":207.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm","offer_id":67829148385513,"sku":"PAD-RPM-00140-02","price":207.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_72c7d2e5-d0d1-4e7c-8fb1-00934681d712.png?v=1793548447","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/rpm-friction-pro-widebody-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}