{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro-v2-14mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLove Pickle ProShop review\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the thinner core version of the Friction Pro V2, the elongated 14mm model chosen by pro Ryan Fu for tournament play. It shares the Axial Carbon Layup, enhanced EVA Foam Ring, CarbonBite surface and Tri Density Core of the 16mm, but trades some plushness for pop, rebound speed and manoeuvrability at a 7.8 oz average weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive players who attack every point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen players who rely on fast hand speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want reach plus a livelier 14mm response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-friction-pro-16mm-elongated-v2-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eRPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-friction-pro-v2-14mm-hybrid-flat-top\"\u003eRPM Friction Pro V2 14mm Hybrid Flat Top Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ella-oh-pink-v2-elongated-14mm\"\u003eRPM Ella Oh Pink V2 14mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill deciding? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/14mm-vs-16mm-pickleball-paddles-which-thickness-suits-you\"\u003e14mm vs 16mm Pickleball Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/price-promise\"\u003ePrice Promise\u003c\/a\u003e, with fast shipping across Australia and New Zealand from Love Pickle ProShop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRPM Friction Pro V2 14MM Elongated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Now - In Stock \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRPM Friction Pro V2 14MM Elongated\u003c\/strong\u003e builds on the award-winning RPM Friction Pro, named the \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Paddle of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the latest generation of RPM technology designed for elite-level performance. Co-designed alongside world Top-10 professional \u003cstrong\u003eJames Ignatowich\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Friction Pro V2 delivers exceptional spin, explosive power, and one of the largest sweet spots on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing RPM's innovative \u003cstrong\u003eAxial Carbon Layup\u003c\/strong\u003e and an enhanced EVA Foam Ring, the V2 generates greater responsiveness, increased forgiveness, and superior stability. Combined with RPM LABS' proven \u003cstrong\u003eCarbonBite Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTri-Density Core\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers outstanding feel, effortless spin, and explosive acceleration on every shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated shape provides additional reach for singles play, overheads, and aggressive volley attacks, while the thinner \u003cstrong\u003e14 mm core\u003c\/strong\u003e produces explosive power, faster rebound speed, and exceptional manoeuvrability. This is the exact paddle chosen by professional player \u003cstrong\u003eRyan Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e for tournament competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Paddle of the Year Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built on the award-winning RPM Friction Pro platform with next-generation V2 technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbonBite Surface Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e – Premium textured carbon face engineered for exceptional spin and precise ball control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxial Carbon Layup\u003c\/strong\u003e – Advanced V2 construction improves responsiveness, consistency, and sweet spot performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced EVA Foam Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e – Expands the sweet spot while increasing stability and forgiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Density Core Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delivers the ideal balance of feel, power, and consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14 mm Core\u003c\/strong\u003e – Produces explosive power, faster rebound speed, and elite manoeuvrability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides additional reach for overheads, aggressive volleys, and singles play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCo-Designed by James Ignatowich\u003c\/strong\u003e – Developed with input from one of the world's top professional pickleball players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAP PBCoR Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e – Certified for tournament and competitive play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for players who attack every point, the Friction Pro V2 14MM Elongated delivers explosive power, lightning-fast hand speed, elite spin, and outstanding manoeuvrability. 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