Power · Elongated
RPM
RPM Blackout V2 Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle
- Sydney-stocked. Order by 12pm Mon to Fri, ships same dayOrder by 12pm weekdays, ships same dayPre-order: ships when the next shipment landsSold out for now
- 30-day returns on unplayed gear
- Sydney pickup available
Free Pickld Paddle Cover included, worth $19.95.
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The RPM Blackout V2 is the all-black edition of the Friction Pro V2: a 16mm elongated full-foam paddle co-designed and signed by James Ignatowich. Built for power-baseline players who want elite spin, a big connected sweet spot and torsional stability. Ideal for advanced and professional players.
- Swing weight117Higher swings heavier
- Twist weight6.5Higher forgives off-centre
- Core16mmSofter, more control
Overview
The RPM Blackout V2 is the all-black edition of the paddle James Ignatowich actually plays: a full-foam elongated build engineered for power-baseline players who want elite spin without giving up control. An all-black CarbonBite carbon face, RPM's Axial Carbon Layup and a tuned EVA foam ring deliver one of the largest, most connected sweet spots on the market, with the torsional stability to hold up on off-centre hits.
Highlights
- Elite spin and power: CarbonBite carbon face built for heavy topspin and a lively pop off the baseline.
- Huge, stable sweet spot: Gen 3 tri-density core and EVA perimeter ring for forgiveness on mishits.
- 16mm control: the thicker core adds touch and dwell time for resets and dinks.
- Blackout finish: a clean, all-black colourway with no loud graphics, just the paddle.
- Tournament-legal: UPA-A Pro certified.
The pro behind it
Co-designed and signed by James Ignatowich, a top-10 world-ranked professional and one of the most recognisable players in the game. The Blackout V2 takes his Friction Pro V2 platform, refines it with a new carbon layup and an even bigger sweet spot, and wraps it in an all-black finish.
Technical Specs
| Avg. weight | 224 g (7.9 oz) |
|---|---|
| Paddle area | 41.9 × 19.1 cm (16.5 × 7.5 in) |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Paddle length | |
| Paddle width | |
| Grip | 5.5 in length · 4.125 in circumference |
| Swing weight | 117 |
| Twist weight | 6.5 |
| Spin (RPM) | |
| Balance point |
| Generation | Gen 3 |
|---|---|
| Core | Tri-density honeycomb + EVA foam |
| Face material | CarbonBite carbon fibre (Axial Carbon Layup) |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Perimeter system | EVA foam perimeter ring |
| Handle length | 5.5 in |
| Approval |
Shipping & returns
Shipping. Free standard shipping Australia-wide on orders over $150. Flat $9.99 under $150 ($19.99 for bulky items like nets and ball machines). Order by 12pm Mon to Fri and it ships the same day from our Sydney warehouse. Pickup is an option at checkout.
Returns. Unplayed and still in its original packaging? You have 30 days to send it back. If you've played with it and aren't loving it, talk to us. We can't promise a return on used gear, but we'll do what we can to help you find the right fit. Anything faulty is covered separately, and we'll look after that with the maker. Full returns policy.
Warranty
Reviews
- 01
Curated, not stocked
Every paddle in the catalogue plays. None made it here by accident.
- 02
Stocked in Sydney
No 4-week US import wait.
- 03
Player-tested
We play the paddles we stock. Specs verified, claims trimmed.
- 04
30-day returns
Unplayed and in its packaging? Send it back within 30 days. Played it and not loving it? Talk to us and we'll help you find the right fit.







