The RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm is the reach-and-serve-speed version of the Q2 line.
You get strong spin around 2,290 RPM, the highest serve speed in the Q2 group, and an elongated profile that rewards leverage. But the lower 6.1 twist weight makes it less forgiving than the Q2 Widebody 16mm.
The Verdict
RPM power and spin, with elongated reach.
The Q2 Elongated 16mm is the version to grab if you want serve speed and leverage over a forgiving sweet spot.
See where it lands against the rest in our foam core paddle rankings.
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Specs
| Price (with code) | $212.49 with code PRH |
| Stock Price | $249.99 |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Core | Full-foam performance construction with strategic foam tuning |
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Face | Carbon fiber |
| Spin durability | Spin durability Tier 4: 20% or more spin loss after impact testing (independent lab test) |
| Spin class | Good spin · 2,290 RPM |
| Weight | 7.8 oz |
| Grip Length | 5.5" |
| Swing Weight | 114 |
How It Plays
Spin and power lead this one.
Against our database
Compared with the 132 paddles we have scored.
- Top 10% for power
- Top 16% for pop
- Top 19% for spin
On-Court Feel
The 16.5" length gives you a clear leverage advantage on serves, drives, and overheads, and the carbon face grips spin well on shaping shots. The trade-off shows up in the kitchen. The swing weight is 114 and the twist weight is 6.1. Both numbers favor stability for a power player, but counters and blocks feel less margin-of-error than on the Widebody Q2. If your hands and contact point are clean, the elongated version pays you back on every drive; if they're not, the Widebody is the safer buy.
Performance & Testing
The RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm went through our standard on-court protocol - drills, rec play, and at least one tournament match. How it plays reflects consensus feedback from the group, not a single reviewer's opinion.
Grit & Durability
Same full-foam performance build as the rest of the Q2 line, with the elongated mold tuned for serve speed and plow-through. The carbon surface is standard raw-carbon grit. Long-term data in our rotation is still developing.
Who It's For
Singles players, baseline drivers, and doubles players who already have clean hands and want maximum serve speed and reach. Skip if you want maximum forgiveness at the kitchen. The Q2 Widebody 16mm has better twist weight and a faster swing weight.
- power matters most to you (top 10% of the paddles we have scored)
- pop matters most to you (top 16% of the paddles we have scored)
- spin matters most to you (top 19% of the paddles we have scored)
- Control comes first for you. The Luzz Inferno Frozen is stronger there ($211.65 with PRH).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strongest reach in the Q2 line
- Highest measured serve speed of the Q2 group
- Excellent ~2,290 RPM spin
- Strong power for drives and overheads
- Solid pick for singles and attacking play
Cons
- Less forgiving than the Q2 Widebody 16mm
- Lower 6.1 twist weight
- Higher 114 swing weight makes hands battles harder
- Control / touch is the weakest score in the Q2 lineup
- Premium $249.99 stock price (drops to ~$212 with code PRH)
Code PRH works on every RPM Pickleball paddle.
Not just this one. The RPM Pickleball code page lists every model it covers with the discounted price already applied, so you can see what else is worth a look before you check out.
Bottom Line
The Q2 Elongated 16mm is the Q2 to buy if you want reach and serve power. For most doubles players the Q2 Widebody 16mm is the easier recommendation.
If you're a power-first elongated player who already has reliable hands, the Q2 Elongated 16mm gives you the most leverage in the RPM line. If you want one paddle that does everything, the Q2 Widebody 16mm is the safer pick.
Related guides: RPM promo (PRH, 15% off) · RPM Q2 Compared: Widebody vs Flat-Top Hybrid vs Rounded Hybrid vs Elongated · Best Elongated Pickleball Paddles 2026 · all promo codes
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Head-to-head with the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm
How it compares
The closest paddles in the same shape, with the price after each brand's code.
| Paddle | Price with code | Stands out for | Swing weight | Twist weight | Spin (RPM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm This paddle | $212.49 with PRH | Spin, Power | 114 | 6.1 | 2,290 |
| RPM Friction Pro Elongated V2 16mm | $212.49 with PRH | Spin, Power | 115 | 6.2 | 2,279 |
| Bread & Butter Loco 2 Elongated | $198 with PRH | Power, Spin | 116 | 5.8 | 2,360 |
| Aireo Cyclone 16mm: Cherry Blossom | $179 with PRH | Power, Pop | ~112 | ~6.35 | ~2,315 |
| Luzz Inferno Frozen | $211.65 with PRH | Control, Spin | — | — | — |
Common questions
Is the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm a good paddle?
The Q2 Elongated 16mm is the Q2 to buy if you want reach and serve power. For most doubles players the Q2 Widebody 16mm is the easier recommendation. Best for: Players who want RPM power and spin in an elongated shape with extra reach on serves and drives.
How much does the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm cost with PRH?
List price is $249.99; with PRH you pay $212.49.
Is the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm tournament legal?
It is listed as USAP PBCoR .43. Approved-paddle lists change, so check the current one before a sanctioned event.
Who is the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm for?
Players who want RPM power and spin in an elongated shape with extra reach on serves and drives.
How much spin does the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm generate?
About 2,290 RPM in our spin data. Your swing and the ball you use will move that number.
What is the discount code for the RPM Q2 Elongated 16mm?
The RPM Pickleball discount code is PRH (15% off). That brings it to $212.49. Paste it at checkout after opening the shop link on this page. It has no expiry date. RPM Pickleball uses the same code whether you call it a promo, coupon, discount or referral code.
Does the RPM Pickleball code PRH work outside the US?
Yes. RPM Pickleball ships to every country, including Canada, the UK, Australia, the Philippines, Singapore, Dubai, Japan and Korea, and PRH works at checkout the same way it does in the US. Prices are in US dollars; shipping and any import tax show at checkout before you pay.
Reviewed by Sebastian B · Released February 2026.