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RPM
RPM Q2 16mm Hybrid Pickleball Paddle
The RPM Q2 16mm Hybrid is RPM's full-foam Q Series in a hybrid frame, offered in two top shapes: Flat Top for a higher sweet spot and more power up top, or Curved Top for a quicker, more forgiving feel. A CarbonBite carbon face over a 16 mm EPP foam core suits competitive all-court players.
- Sydney-stocked, ships same dayPre-order: ships when the next shipment lands
- 30-day no-questions returns
- Sydney pickup available
Free Pickld Paddle Cover included, worth $19.95.
Overview
- Swing weight114Higher swings heavier
- Twist weight6.1Higher forgives off-centre
- Core16mmSofter, more control
The RPM Q2 16mm Hybrid brings RPM's full-foam Q Series into a hybrid frame, co-designed with paddle engineer John Kew. A precision-moulded EPP foam core gives it a plush, connected feel and predictable power, while the hybrid shape blends the reach of an elongated with the manoeuvrability of a widebody. Pick your top edge: Flat Top for a higher sweet spot and more power up toward the tip, or Curved Top for a quicker, more forgiving paddle with a traditional feel.
Two top shapes, one core
- Flat Top: squared top edge lifts the sweet spot toward the tip, so contact near the head stays connected and powerful. Best if you want maximum pop and reach.
- Curved Top: rounded top edge keeps the balance a touch more centred and the paddle quick through the hitting zone. Best if you want manoeuvrability and a forgiving, traditional feel.
Highlights
- Full-mould EPP foam core: 16 mm of precision-moulded foam for a plush, connected feel and predictable power
- TPU perimeter inserts: denser and more elastic than standard EVA, tightening torsional twist and widening the sweet spot
- CarbonBite surface: RPM's high-grit carbon fibre finish for heavy topspin and biting slices
- Professional-level Q Series: USAP-approved, tuned for controlled aggression from the baseline to fast kitchen exchanges
Technical Specs
| Avg. weight | 221 g (7.8 oz) |
|---|---|
| Paddle area | 41.4 × 19.6 cm (16.3 × 7.7 in) |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Paddle length | |
| Paddle width | |
| Grip | 5.5 to 5.7 in length · 4.125 in circumference |
| Swing weight | 114 |
| Twist weight | 6.1 |
| Spin (RPM) | |
| Balance point |
| Generation | Gen 4 |
|---|---|
| Core | EPP full-foam (3 mm groove channels) |
| Face material | CarbonBite carbon fibre |
| Shape | Hybrid (Flat Top or Curve Top) |
| Perimeter system | TPU perimeter inserts |
| Handle length | |
| 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). Dispatched same or next business day from our Sydney warehouse. Sydney pickup available.
Returns. 30-day returns on unused gear in original condition. If a paddle doesn't suit your game, send it back and we'll help match you to one that does.
Warranty
Reviews
- 01
Curated, not stocked
Every paddle in the catalogue plays. None made it here by accident.
- 02
Australian-stocked
Shipped from Sydney. No 4-week US import wait, no surprise customs.
- 03
Player-tested
Hit on real Sydney courts before listing. Specs verified, claims trimmed.
- 04
30-day returns
If the paddle doesn't suit your game, send it back. We'll match you to one that does.
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