Retro Ripper – 13mm Fiberglass & Carbon

Original price was: $98.00.Current price is: $85.00.

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High-velocity performance meets a loud, retro soul. The Retro Ripper is a high-response hybrid engineered for the aggressive playmaker who demands instantaneous “pop” at the kitchen and an expansive, stable sweet spot for baseline dominance.

  • Kinetic Glass-Fiber Matrix: High-elasticity surface designed for explosive energy return and maximum ball acceleration.

  • Torsional Carbon Shield: Internal carbon fiber reinforcement that stabilizes the 13mm chassis during high-velocity impacts.

  • Vortex Spin Texture: Advanced surface architecture that grips the ball for high-RPM slices and precision dinking.

  • Wide-Body Defensive Geometry: A 200mm lateral profile optimized for maximum forgiveness on off-center blocks.

Target Player: The Aggressive All-Court Player. Ideal for intermediate to advanced competitors who prioritize hand speed and need a paddle that converts defensive resets into offensive winners

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Crystalline Fiberglass Engineering: The Power of the “Pop”

The Retro Ripper is built for the modern “Speed Game.” Utilizing a premium Fiberglass Surface, this paddle offers a significantly higher degree of energy return compared to pure carbon models. This translates into a superior “pop” off the face, allowing you to accelerate counters and overheads with minimal swing effort—essential for dominating fast-paced exchanges at the kitchen line.

Hybrid Carbon-Reinforced Structural Integrity

To manage the explosive power of the fiberglass face, the Retro Ripper features an internal Carbon Fiber Reinforcement. This structural synergy ensures the 13mm Speed-Lite core remains rigid and stable during high-intensity rallies. By reinforcing the perimeter with carbon, we’ve eliminated the paddle-twist common in traditional wide-body models, providing a unified and predictable response on every strike.

Wide-Body Defensive Dominance & Precision

With its 200mm (7.87in) width, the Retro Ripper provides one of the most forgiving hitting areas in the RAD lineup. This geometry is engineered to maximize the Sweet Spot, making it the ultimate tool for defensive resets and delicate dinking exchanges. Combined with the Ultimate Spin Texture, you gain the mechanical friction necessary to carve aggressive angles and keep your opponents pinned at the baseline.

  • Glass-Force Face: High-tension fiberglass architecture for superior ball acceleration and depth.

  • 13mm Speed-Lite Core: Polypropylene honeycomb architecture calibrated for rapid hand speed and vibration dampening.

  • Hybrid Carbon Shield: Integrated carbon fiber for professional-grade durability and frame stiffness.

  • Artist Series Graphics: Exclusive high-fidelity designs that merge retro aesthetics with court dominance.

  • Tournament Ready: Fully USAPA approved for sanctioned competitive play.

Feature Specification
Material Surface Fiberglass with Ultimate Spin Texture
Core Construction 13mm Polypropylene Honeycomb
Reinforcement Integrated Carbon Fiber
Total Length 410mm / 16.14in
Total Width 200mm / 7.87in
Core Thickness 13mm / 0.5in
Handle Length 130mm / 5.12in
Grip Circumference 4.33in
Average Weight 224g / 7.9 – 8.1 oz
USAPA Approval Fully Approved
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  • Fast Daily Dispatch: We ship 5 days a week! Orders placed before Friday at 12:00 PM (EST) ship the same day. Weekend orders head out first thing Monday morning.
  • Real-Time Tracking: As soon as your gear is ready, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a tracking number to follow your delivery every step of the way
  • 30-Day Hassle-Free Returns: Your peace of mind is our priority. If you aren’t 100% satisfied, you can return or exchange your unused products within 30 days of delivery.
  • Quality Guarantee: In the rare event of a manufacturer defect or shipping damage, we’ve got you covered. Contact us, and we will handle the return shipping costs to make it right immediately.

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Rick

Love this paddle. Goes great with my retro water bottle!

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Kevin Hart

I am loving the looks of these paddles! I am somewhat new to pickleball and all the other paddles I have borrowed or used have all been so boring looking. When it became time to buy my first one, I was browsing and didn't find anything as great as this. The best part is how shocked I was by the quality. Its light but strong and the grip has not worn at all. The price of this paddle compared to other high-end paddles was also something that lead me to RAD. I already asked my wife for another RAD paddle for Christmas!

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    Rick NEWARK, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES
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    Back to the 80s

    Love this paddle. Goes great with my retro water bottle!

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    • RP
      RAD Pickleball
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      Right on Rick! Thanks for the 5star review. Stoked to have you Playing Rad! 😎🔥🙌

  2. KK
    Koral King NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES
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    So RAD!!!

    Best purchase EVER!!! Love everything about it!! Customer service is amazing too!!

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      RAD Pickleball
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      Thank you for the awesome review! Tag us on instagram playing with your rad paddle for a repost!

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    Kevin Hart LADERA RANCH, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES
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    Sick looking paddle!

    I am loving the looks of these paddles! I am somewhat new to pickleball and all the other paddles I have borrowed or used have all been so boring looking. When it became time to buy my first one, I was browsing and didn’t find anything as great as this. The best part is how shocked I was by the quality. Its light but strong and the grip has not worn at all. The price of this paddle compared to other high-end paddles was also something that lead me to RAD. I already asked my wife for another RAD paddle for Christmas!

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    Kevin Cooper
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    I purchased this paddle with the hot pink grip. Definitely a rad paddle! Love it!

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  5. J
    Jennings
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    I love this paddle. The grip is nice and comfortable and I have great control of the ball. 10/10 would recommend!

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