RPM drops new PINK Friction Pro V2 paddle

The RPM Friction Pro V2 has gotten a lot of buzz this year, and for good reason — we currently rank it as the No. 2 paddle on the market. It delivers more power and pop than the original Friction Pro while maintaining the Gen 3 feel that many high-level players prefer.

And now it has a new look — RPM dropped a new pink version of the V2 on Friday.

The pink Friction Pro V2 is a collaboration with rising junior player Ella Oh, who is ranked in the Top 10 of her three Junior PPA Tour divisions. She's fiery, spirited and unstoppable on the court — and she's only 12 years old.

While the Friction Pro V2 has only been available in an elongated version to this point, the pink release comes in 4 models:

14mm Elongated
16mm Elongated
14mm Widebody
16mm Widebody

The 16mm versions offer a slightly more plush feel and more power on big swings, while the 14mm models are a little more firm and poppy.

As with most RPM releases, we expect this one to sell out quickly — so we’d recommend getting your order in sooner rather than later if you want one of these.

For more on how the Friction Pro V2 performs on the court, check out our in-depth review here.

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RPM stepping up its apparel and accessories game

The secret has been out on RPM paddles for many months, but now the company is diving head first into the apparel and accessories game as well.

They sent us some gear recently, and our whole staff had great things to say. Here’s what they have in the shop right now:

APPAREL

RPM Performance T-Shirt: Super lightweight and breathable feel designed for all-day comfort. It’ll be one of our go-to pickleball shirts going forward. Available in 4 colors.

RPM Performance Polo: Perfect for those who prefer a more elevated look. Its flexible, athletic feel supports easy movement on the court, while its clean style makes it just as suitable for travel, casual wear or everyday use.

RPM Performance Shorts: Constructed from a lightweight woven ripstop with a 4-way stretch matrix, these shorts deliver zero-restriction mobility through the full range of court movement.

ACCESSORIES

RPM Tungsten Weighted Tape: Weighted tape lets you fine-tune the weight, balance, and feel of any pickleball paddle — adding power, stability and expanding the sweet spot.

RPM Paddle Eraser: Designed to remove ball fibers and residue from carbon-faced pickleball paddles, restoring surface texture and maximizing spin.

🔗 Shop all RPM apparel and accessories here — use code “KITCHEN” for 15% off!