Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
C45 The best paddles.: These paddles are the best. Great feel and I’ve been using them since they came out.
Franklin
Franklin C45 Dynasty 16mm Pickleball Paddle
96Universal Acclaim
The Franklin C45 Dynasty 16mm receives overwhelming praise from reviewers, who consistently highlight its exceptional balance of power and control at a competitive price point. Nearly all reviewers rate it among the best paddles available, though one source suggests Franklin falls slightly short of expectations.
Sentiment Breakdown
91 positive / 9 neutral / 0 negative
Pros
- Exceptional balance of power and control in one paddle
- Outstanding value compared to premium paddles costing $300+
- Superior feel, sound, and texture compared to tour models
- Lighter swing weight with strong power output
- Consistent performance across different play styles
Cons
- One reviewer felt Franklin fell short of expectations
- Paddle performance alone cannot elevate skill level
What Reviewers Mention
Power
55% of reviews
Control
55% of reviews
Feel and Quality
36% of reviews
Balance
27% of reviews
Value for Price
18% of reviews
Specifications
| Core Thickness | 16 mm |
|---|---|
| Surface Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Shape | Elongated |
Where to Buy
Most Recent Reviews: Showing 11 reviews
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Very good paddle: Very great paddle. 16MM but still provides a lot of power without giving up any control.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
BEST paddle for price.: One of the best paddles for the price range. Can no beat it, does exactly what you want it to compared to 300+ paddles out there in the market currently. 14mm, very strong power without giving up any type of control what so ever. Hits the ball wherever you want it to.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Great!: High quality paddle, it me a lighter swing weight with more power. Really enjoying the paddle
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Excellent paddle!!: Better than expected. Control on power within one paddle, perfect!!
Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Excellent: Paddle is amazing. It was to my doorstep in like… 3 days? Really fast.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Best paddle: The sound, feel, and texture of this paddle is superior over the tour model, which is saying a lot because I really liked my tour model.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Best paddle on the market: Great paddle. Perfect balance of pop and power. Had an easy time controlling this compared to a Joola pro4
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
Look no further. This the paddle for you.: Pop? Yes. Control? Yes. Power? Yes. Dwell? Yes. Will this make you a 5.0? No. No amount of money can save you. Sorry.
Dick's Sporting Goods
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100Universal Acclaim
C45 Elongated: Amazing paddle. Best paddle I’ve ever used.looking to get another one
Pickleball Studio
professional source
70Mixed or Average
Yet again, Franklin gets close but no cigar.
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