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In many cases, using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecode \"KITCHEN\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat checkout will get you a discount -- using our code also helps us continue to produce this type of content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's cook!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"joola-ben-johns-perseus-pro-iv-16mm","title":"JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV 16mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSignature athlete: \u003c\/strong\u003eBen Johns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape: \u003c\/strong\u003ePerseus (elongated)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology: \u003c\/strong\u003ePro IV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Perseus Pro IV pickleball paddle is the ultimate blend of innovation, control, and power. This next evolution of our beloved paddle shape now features patent-pending TechFlex Power (TFP) technology, resulting in improved precision and more confidence with every shot. The optimized weight distribution within the Perseus Pro IV reduces paddle fatigue and provides forgiveness on mishits - giving you more room to play your individual game. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIV 16mm pickleball paddle is UPA-A pro certified and USAP PBCoR .43 certified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Kitchen Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58284552585297,"sku":null,"price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/5363\/6945\/files\/PerPROIV16_Front_0e4be49d-7cc1-4b16-823f-e52831199b21.png?v=1766088681"},{"product_id":"rpm-friction-pro","title":"RPM Friction Pro","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RPM Friction Pro pickleball paddles reimagine everything you can do on the court, fueling your game with effortless power, groundbreaking speed, and unrivalled spin. Co-designed and built by James Ignatowich, a top 10 world-ranked professional pickleball player, the RPM Friction Pro line offers explosive power and surgical precision for professional play. RPM LABS has combined its CarbonBite Surface, DwellZone Sweet-Spot, and its Tri-Density Core technologies to engineer revolutionary performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Friction Pro’s elongated shape offers extended reach for high balls, volley attacks, and singles play. This shape emulates tennis racquet play, with heightened power for next-level drives. With a thicker 16MM core, this high-performance paddle delivers increased stability and plush shock absorption, with elite power that feels controllable. The Friction Pro 16MM Elongated paddle is designed for players prioritizing power, reach, and aggressive play, without losing out on stability and control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 16MM Elongated model is James Ignatowich’s competition paddle of choice. “This paddle is for anyone. 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The 14mm foam core feels very satisfying when you connect with the center of the paddle, but if there is a knock on this paddle, it's that the sweet spot isn't as big as the two paddles ahead of it on this list and several others behind it. But because of its top-tier potential when in the hands of a good player, it goes high on our Top 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecode \"KITCHEN\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat checkout for 10% off.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Kitchen Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58998160785489,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/5363\/6945\/files\/BlackOpal_Front.png?v=1769206996"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.thekitchenpickle.com\/collections\/top-10-overall-pickleball-paddles.oembed","provider":"The Kitchen Pickleball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}