{"product_id":"custom-rpm-q2-16mm-pickleball-paddle-safari","title":"Custom RPM Q2 16mm Pickleball Paddle — Safari","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #111; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f5f5; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 14px; padding: 22px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eCustom RPM Q2 Build — Safari\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eYour custom paddle journey begins the moment you place an order. Our team carefully installs each selected accessory, performs a full quality check, then packages and ships your paddle so it arrives ready for play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eWhat's Included With This Custom Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis brand new \u003cstrong\u003eRPM Q2 16mm\u003c\/strong\u003e paddle — available in Elongated or Widebody shape — has been customized with the following accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0 0 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModifi Edge Guard Tape — Safari\u003c\/strong\u003e – A clean protective edge wrap that shields the paddle's edge from chips and dings while giving it the Safari look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpinwave Soft \u0026amp; Tacky Overgrip\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds a comfortable, secure, no-slip feel in hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHesacore Tour Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Optional)\u003c\/em\u003e – Helps reduce vibration, improve comfort, and minimize hand fatigue. Available in Extra Small, Small, and Medium, plus a Gel Grip Small option. Most pros prefer Extra Small.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #111; color: #fff; border-radius: 14px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 21px; color: #fff;\"\u003eNot Sure What Hesacore Size to Choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eView our \u003cstrong\u003eHesacore Grip Sizing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e before selecting your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 14px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 21px;\"\u003eNeed Help With Your Custom Paddle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eQuestions about grip size, shape, accessories, or custom builds? Call or text our Custom Paddle Support Line at \u003cstrong\u003e(516) 305-7377\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll make sure your setup is exactly how you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eStock Paddle Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f5f5; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 14px; padding: 22px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eRPM Q2 — 16mm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControlled aggression, built for stability.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RPM Q2 is the launch model of RPM's new Q Series, developed with legendary paddle engineer John Kew. Full-foam performance construction gives it a firm, connected feel with strong torsional stability and forgiveness on off-center hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated for added reach and leverage on two-handed backhands, or Widebody for a larger sweet spot and extra maneuverability through fast kitchen exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 26px; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold; width: 28%;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e16mm full-foam performance core, strategically tuned for a firm, connected feel and enhanced stability on off-center contact.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003eCarbon fiber surface for spin generation, control, and consistent ball response.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e5.5\" grip \/ 4.125\" circumference on both shapes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGraphics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003eRPM Q2 base finished with the custom Safari edge-guard colorway.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #111; color: #fff; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #111; color: #fff; text-align: left;\"\u003eElongated 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #111; color: #fff; text-align: left;\"\u003eWidebody 16mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e7.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e7.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e114\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTwist Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e6.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e6.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e16.5\" × 7.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e16\" × 8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBalance Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e248 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\"\u003e244 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px; background: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 12px;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eHigh — Carbon fiber surface (both shapes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 22px;\"\u003eWeight, swing weight, and twist weight are manufacturer-published RPM figures and vary slightly unit to unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5f5f5; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 14px; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e (PBCoR .43) — legal for USAP sanctioned play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #111; 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