Fever 102 Elongated is Friday's entry-level elongated: $102, or $92 with code PRH. It measures tamer than the Aura line in every direction that makes a paddle exciting — 62 firepower against the Aura Elongated's 81, and 2,189 RPM of spin against 2,299 — and calmer in the one that makes it playable, with a control index of 52 against the Aura's 27. Buy it as a first elongated or a budget one. USAP approved at PBCoR .43. Weight, swing weight and twist weight are unpublished, so forgiveness and hand speed are provisional.
The Verdict
The cheapest elongated Friday, $92 with PRH.
The calmest paddle Friday makes, and the cheapest.
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Specs
| Price (with code) | $92 with code PRH |
| Stock Price | $102 |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Core | Not published yet |
| Face | Textured carbon (surface spec not published) |
| Weight | Not published yet |
| Grip Length | Not published yet |
| Swing Weight | Not measured yet |
How It Plays
Control leads this one.
Against our database
Compared with the 126 paddles we have scored.
- Top 18% for control
On-Court Feel
Set against its own family this is the quiet one. The Aura Elongated hits a markedly hotter ball -- 81 firepower to this paddle’s 62, and 61.1 MPH of serve speed to 60.0 -- and spins it harder, at 2,299 RPM against 2,189.
What the Fever gives back is calm. Its control index nearly doubles the Aura’s, which in practice means drops and resets land where you put them rather than running long. For a player stepping into an elongated shape for the first time, that is the more useful trait, and it is the reason this paddle exists at $102.
Spin is the real cost. 2,189 RPM is below average across everything we cover, and on an elongated face -- where you are more likely to be shaping the ball than blocking it -- you will feel that more than you would on a widebody.
Performance & Testing
The Friday Fever 102 Elongated 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
Friday’s standard warranty applies; confirm the current term on the product page. Code PRH takes it to $92 -- check the cart reads that before paying.
Who It's For
First-time elongated players, and anyone who wants the shape without spending $129 on an Aura.
Skip if spin matters to you. The Aura Elongated is $119 with PRH and measures 110 RPM higher with far more firepower, which for $27 is the better paddle.
- control matters most to you (top 18% of the paddles we have scored)
- you want a strong paddle on a budget: $92 with PRH
- Spin comes first for you. The Pakle Fuse DuraSpin 16mm is stronger there ($101.15 with PRH).
- Power or pop comes first for you. The Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm is stronger there ($99.99 with PRH).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cheapest elongated Friday makes -- $92 with code PRH
- Control index of 52, nearly double the Aura Elongated’s 27
- 39.2 MPH punch volley
- USAP approved at PBCoR .43
- Forgiving entry point to an elongated shape
Cons
- 2,189 RPM -- below average spin, and low for an elongated
- 62 firepower against the Aura Elongated’s 81
- 60.0 MPH serve speed is mid-pack
- Weight, swing weight and twist weight unpublished
- Aura Elongated is the better paddle for $27 more
Code PRH works on every Friday Pickleball paddle.
Not just this one. The Friday 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
A sensible first elongated at $92. The Aura Elongated is worth the extra $27 for most players.
This is the entry point to Friday’s elongated shape and it behaves like one: controlled, unhurried, short on spin.
If $92 is the budget, it is a fair paddle. If $119 is reachable, buy the Aura Elongated instead.
Related guides: Which Friday Pickleball Paddle Should You Buy? · Friday Aura Widebody vs RPM Q2 Widebody: $119 or $212? · Friday promo (PRH, $10 off) · all promo codes
Buyer guides for this paddle
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Friday Aura Pro Elongated
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Friday Aura Pro Hybrid
Pro pop in Friday's balanced hybrid footprint.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday Fever 102 Elongated This paddle | $92 with PRH | Control | — | — | 2,189 |
| Pakle Fuse DuraSpin 16mm | $101.15 with PRH | Spin, Maneuverability | 111 | 6.1 | — |
| Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm | $99.99 with PRH | Spin, Power | 118 | 6.3 | 2,350 |
| Luzz Cannon 2 M1 | $101.15 with PRH | Power, Spin | — | — | — |
| Ronbus Quanta Pro R3 16mm | $99.99 with RC3Q2082 | Spin | 116 | 6.2 | 2,280 |
Common questions
What is the promo code for the Friday Fever 102?
PRH takes $10 off at fridaypickle.com, bringing the Fever 102 Elongated from $102 to $92. Enter it at checkout and confirm the total before paying.
Fever 102 Elongated or Friday Aura Elongated?
Aura Elongated for most players: $119 with PRH against $92, but 2,299 RPM of spin against 2,189 and 81 firepower against 62. Take the Fever if $92 is the budget or you want the calmer paddle.
Is the Friday Fever 102 good for spin?
No. At 2,189 RPM it measures below average, and that is a bigger drawback on an elongated shape than it would be on a widebody. Its strength is control.
How much does the Friday Fever 102 Elongated cost with PRH?
List price is $102; with PRH you pay $92.
Is the Friday Fever 102 Elongated tournament legal?
It is listed as USAP Approved (PBCoR .43). Approved-paddle lists change, so check the current one before a sanctioned event.
Who is the Friday Fever 102 Elongated for?
Players who want an elongated Friday at the lowest price and value placement over pace.
What is the discount code for the Friday Fever 102 Elongated?
The Friday Pickleball discount code is PRH ($10 off). That brings it to $92. Paste it at checkout after opening the shop link on this page. It has no expiry date.
What is the coupon code for the Friday Fever 102 Elongated?
PRH ($10 off). Friday Pickleball uses the same code whether it is called a coupon, promo or discount code.
Is there a Friday Pickleball referral code for the Friday Fever 102 Elongated?
Yes, PRH is also our Friday Pickleball referral code. It is the same code as above, not a second one to add.
Does the Friday Pickleball code PRH work outside the US?
Yes. Friday 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 January 2026.