{"product_id":"rpm-jade-16mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle","title":"RPM Jade 16mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLove Pickle ProShop review\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRPM built the Jade around spin that lasts, using a SICmatrix Silicon Carbide surface rated for Tier 1 durable roughness. Under the face, an MPP Floating Core wrapped in soft EVA foam is designed to resist dead spots while giving power and an oversized sweet spot, and the 16mm version balances that pop with touch and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpin players who want grit that holds up over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower players who still want predictable control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who like a 16mm elongated paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-jade-14mm-elongated-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eRPM Jade 14mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpm-jade-16mm-widebody-pickleball-paddle\"\u003eRPM Jade 16mm Widebody Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill deciding? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pickleball-paddle-grit-explained-the-best-paddles-for-long-lasting-spin\"\u003ePickleball Paddle Grit Explained\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 Jade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eRPM Jade\u003c\/strong\u003e is the newest addition to RPM's full-foam lineup, built around a single obsession: spin that lasts. Engineered as a power paddle with exceptional spin, the Jade delivers explosive pop balanced by the predictability and touch required for precise, high-level play.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAt the heart of the Jade is RPM's \u003cstrong\u003eMPP Floating Core\u003c\/strong\u003e. This full-foam construction is engineered to resist the breakdown and dead spots that can develop in other paddles over time. The floating MPP core is surrounded by soft EVA foam, tuned to deliver elite power, an oversized sweet spot, and long-term durability.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe defining feature of the Jade is its surface. After extensive prototyping and testing, RPM developed a surface designed to deliver \u003cstrong\u003eTier 1 durable roughness\u003c\/strong\u003e. Using the \u003cstrong\u003eSICmatrix Silicon Carbide Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Jade generates elite spin while maintaining its grit for significantly longer-lasting performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe result is a paddle designed for players who want elite spin that doesn't quickly wear down, explosive yet controllable power, and predictable performance from baseline drives to fast-paced kitchen exchanges.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSICmatrix Silicon Carbide Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e – Engineered to generate exceptional spin while maintaining durable surface roughness over extended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTier 1 Durable Roughness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for long-lasting grit and consistent spin performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPP Floating Core\u003c\/strong\u003e – Full-foam construction engineered to resist breakdown and dead spots over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft EVA Foam\u003c\/strong\u003e – Surrounds the floating core to deliver elite power, stability, and an oversized sweet spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplosive Power\u003c\/strong\u003e – Generates impressive pop while maintaining predictable and controllable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 mm Core\u003c\/strong\u003e – Balances power with touch, stability, and control for high-level play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Level\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for players seeking elite spin, power, and consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAP PBCoR Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e – Approved for competitive tournament play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe RPM Jade is built for players who don't want their spin performance to fade as their paddle wears. Its SICmatrix Silicon Carbide Surface delivers exceptional ball bite, while the MPP Floating Core and surrounding EVA foam provide explosive power, a generous sweet spot, and predictable response. 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