I've purchased the Original, the Challenger and the Fever. All three have exceeded my expectations for various reasons. But I'm going to focus here on the Fever. This new Gen 3 iteration of Friday paddles truly does hit the mark for power and control. My first two thoughts was it has nice pop and it feels buttery smooth. I get great spin, easy resets and when it is time to drive, it delivers a big punch. I recieved an early release of the Fever and have been sharing it with my pickleball friends and every one has said they like it and they will buy one or two. I got to hit with their paddles while they played with mine so I got to try lots of high end 250 dollar paddles, I always felt better coming back to the Fever when they were done playing with it. This paddle not only is "as good" as the big name 250 dollar paddles, I think it is better.

I have played with this new paddle for about 2 weeks now and I really like it. It feels good in my hand and has both power and control. So far I am loving it.i have recommended it to my friends.

I have really loved the Fever paddle so far - I haven’t gotten much chance to use it, but I already feel like I have more control playing against hard-hitting players. I haven’t yet played around with weights, but I think that could really change the game!

As someone with a collection of over 50 paddles at home, I’m always on the lookout for the next great paddle. After trying the new Friday Fever, I couldn’t be happier. Friday has consistently delivered incredible value, and with the Fever, they’ve raised the bar even higher.

For players just getting into the game, I’ve always recommended the Friday Original — it’s hands down the best bang for your buck below the 4.0 level. The Challenger has also been a standout, offering a solid all-court experience at an unbeatable price (2 for ≈$150). But the Fever is a different beast altogether.

The Fever might just be the best paddle on the court, period. It combines:
• Power: Drives are effortlessly powerful, giving you an edge in fast-paced exchanges.
• Grit and Control: The paddle’s surface delivers unreal spin and precise ball control, letting you shape your shots with ease.
• Balanced Pop: Resets are a breeze with its controlled response — plenty of pop without ever feeling wild.

When the team suggested adding 3 grams to each corner, I was skeptical. It felt heavy at first, but in play, it’s perfectly balanced — the extra weight enhances stability without sacrificing hand speed.

And here’s the kicker — at just $99, the Fever outshines paddles priced between $180–$280. I’ve tried them all, and the Fever’s performance punches far above its price.

Simply put, the Friday Fever is my favorite paddle right now. Don’t miss out.

I have had the Friday Fever paddle for about two weeks now, and it has not taken long to become my favorite one (I own over a dozen different paddles).
When I first started using it, the paddle felt a bit light, but it did not take long before it started feeling more comfortable in hand without having to add weight (which is what I typically do). The Fever paddle is quite sturdy and hits hard at the same time, a dual quality not commonly found in other paddles.
I have had a lot of comments about the power it generates, and people are quite surprised when they hear it is a Friday.
This is by far my favorite and the most powerful/sturdy paddle I have ever had. And knowing how much (or little) I paid for it, I think I got myself a great deal.
Thanks Friday!