RPM Blog

RPM Friction Pro 16mm Elongated V2 Loyalty Program
At RPM Pickleball, our goal has always been to build paddles that players can trust—today and in the future. As part of that commitment, we want to share an important update regarding the Friction Pro 16mm Elongated (V1) Paddle and how we’re supporting our original owners through the launch of our next generation of technology. Read more...
Friction vs. Surface Flex: The Physics Behind Texture, Spin, and Dwell Time
Players love to debate the surface texture of a paddle, and this is done with good reason. The face material and its micro-profile directly influence how much spin you can create with the paddle and how much control you get out of each swing. Read more...
16MM vs 14MM Core: Why the Thicker Paddle is Now More Powerful
For years, the rule was simple: thinner core = more power, thicker core = more control. Players looking for an edge would logically gravitate to a thin core, believing a 14MM paddle would give them more "pop" than a 16MM paddle.  But with the rise of new paddle technology, that rule is obsolete. Read more...
Casey Diamond wins RPM Pickleball its First Official Pro Medal
Casey Diamond, one of the first players to compete with the RPM Friction Pro Paddle at the professional level, competed in all three divisions. Notably, he and Sofia Sewing took home the bronze medals in the mixed pro doubles division, crossing a milestone for RPM Pickleball along the way. Read more...