Review: Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic Pickleball Paddle – Explosive Power, Premium Style

“Loud, poppy and explosive.” – Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic Colorways is a high-performance version in Friday’s Gen 4 lineup, designed for players who favor an aggressive, high-speed, and quick-finish playing style. Featuring an advanced Quad-Foam Core combined with exclusive ElasTECH™ technology and a Blow Molded Carbon frame, the AURA PRO delivers explosive power while maintaining impressive ball feel. In this review, PicklePlay Vietnam will provide a comprehensive analysis.

What is the Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic?

Friday – a rapidly emerging pickleball paddle brand – introduces the AURA PRO VICE Metallic Colorways: the “power” version in the AURA duo of the Gen 4 series, featuring the distinctive VICE Metallic colorway – elegant, modern, and striking on the court.

The AURA PRO comes in 2 shapes – Elongated and Hybrid – and is priced at 4,540,000 VND.

AURA PRO vs AURA – Why Choose PRO?

Technical Specifications

Key Technologies

1. ElasTECH™ Internal Perimeter Weighting System – Patent-Pending

• Enlarges the sweet spot – significantly larger effective hitting area
• Increases stability on ball contact – paddle resists twisting on off-center shots
• Optimizes power while maintaining ball feel
• Patent-Pending – exclusive technology awaiting patent
• Core technology that defines Friday's Gen 4 series

2. Quad-Foam Core – Next-Gen Full Foam

• Solid ball feel – clear and consistent feedback
• High pop – faster and more powerful ball speed
• Good control – maintains feel despite power orientation
• Supports spin generation and flexible ball placement in aggressive play
• 4 layers of foam create a more complex structure than conventional single foam

3. Blow Molded Carbon Frame – Superior Durability

• Double-thermoformed (double heat-pressed) inspired by squash & padel
• Increases stiffness – more effective power transfer from handle to paddle face
• Enhances durability – withstands high intensity play for extended periods
• Exceptional shock absorption – especially during powerful drives and counter-attacks

Elongated vs Hybrid – Which Shape to Choose?

Real-World Play Experience

When you take the Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic onto the court, the first thing you notice is the striking and elegant VICE Metallic color. ElasTECH™ creates a large and stable sweet spot. The 4-layer Quad-Foam Core delivers that characteristic “poppy” feel – the ball comes off fast, powerful, and exhilarating. The Blow Molded Carbon Frame provides superior stiffness and durability. The AURA PRO is truly a “loud, poppy and explosive” paddle – for players who want to finish points decisively.

⭐ Actual Performance Scores

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• ElasTECH™ Patent-Pending – large sweet spot, stable on off-center hits
• Quad-Foam Core (4 layers) – poppy feel, high pop, powerful drives
• Blow Molded Carbon Frame (double-thermoformed) – superior stiffness and durability
• 2 shapes (Elongated/Hybrid) – versatile for different playing styles
• VICE Metallic – elegant and striking design
• Gen 4 Friday series – latest technology

⚠️ Considerations:

• Power-oriented – players prioritizing pure control might consider the regular AURA
• Only one color (VICE Metallic) and one thickness (16mm)

Who Should Choose the Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic?

This paddle is an ideal choice if you:

• Love an aggressive, high-speed, and quick-finish playing style
• Want a paddle with a “loud, poppy, explosive” feel – powerful drives and quick counter-attacks
• Need ElasTECH™ – a large sweet spot, stable on off-center hits
• Want a 4-layer Quad-Foam Core – solid ball feel and high pop
• Want a Gen 4 Friday paddle with a luxurious VICE Metallic design
• Need to choose between Elongated (powerful drives, two-handed backhands) or Hybrid (all-court)

Where to Buy Authentic Friday AURA PRO VICE Metallic Paddles?

PicklePlay Vietnam is the official distributor of Friday in Vietnam, guaranteeing 100% authentic products. Currently available in both 2 shapes (Elongated/Hybrid) – nationwide delivery, free consultation.

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