Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm Pickleball Paddle

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100Universal Acclaim

Use this paddle the other day and it was amazing they way the ball leaves the paddle is great! Use code Joshua10 for 10% off your purchase!

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20Generally Unfavorable

Edge Guard Falls Off: Edge guard falls off within one week. Went through three of them. Warranty department was not willing warranty for their poor quality. Almost every person I know who has bought one had the same issue with edge guard.

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My new go to: Sleek looking, plays great. Nice and light but still with a ton of pop. 10/10 recommend

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how i wish: my dream paddle. how i wish to have one. barrow to my friend. so lightweight and comfortable

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Solid paddle: It's got good pop & spin. Serves are better. Feels good at the kitchen.

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The Picklebarn ETX: This is an excellent paddle. So consistent. The ball does exactly what you think it should do. Pop, power, and control are all there. Spin is the right amount to hit all of the shots. Most consistent paddle on the market.

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Love it but no cover: Tried my new paddle tonight for the first time. I have to say it did improve my spin quite a bit and the top spin is amazing! Got lots of compliments of the color. Only thing is I wish it came with a cover.

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Excellent paddle!: Excellent paddle! Too bad Jorja Johnson isn’t wielding it anymore.

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I will buy again: Best paddle I have used to date. Perfect length for the handle. Good spin numbers and decent power but still very fast at the net. Like that it’s lighter than most.

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Perfect!: This paddle has been my favorite so far after two years. I've typically used the FS Tour paddle but the C45 quickly became my favorite 14mm.

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Amazing paddle!: I’ve been playing with the Paris Todd version for a few weeks now and it has honestly become my all time favorite paddle. It has great power but still very controllable specially in comparison to other power paddles on the market. Franklin has without a doubt become my favorite brand.

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Decent paddle just too expensive: Great paddle to start with with the carbon fiber but there are better bang for your buck. Little pricey.

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Best of the best: All around my favorite! And I have tons of paddles. Drop shots, pop, power and easy to adjust to your game with weights.

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70Mixed or Average

The Franklin Parris Todd C45° is a gorgeous, ultra-light spin machine that makes you feel faster and braver with your targets. For me, the power gap is too big, especially at a premium price ($229.95). Big swingers who enjoy tinkering will have fun; most others will want more punch without the extra work.

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20Generally Unfavorable

Amazing Play / Awful Durability: Love how it plays. Durability is terrible. In the last 7 months, I've had 3 hybrids and 1 dynasty 16mm C45s. All 2 out of the 3 hybrids have had the edge guard come loose, ruining the paddles. Some even exposing the carbon fiber edge. Played with the dynasty for a little over a month and the same thing. These paddles play amazing, but the construction is trash. I said to myself, "if the dynasty edge guard fails, I'm done buying Franklins". I can't afford to

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New c45 14 mm dynasty: i love my c45! i bought the 14mm dynasty in red and it has been my favorite paddle so far! i play 5.0 tournament and i have to say the control and snap power i get is amazing and lets me dominate and move around my opponents. i highly recommend this paddle to all my friends. It does have a little break in period but after that it gets less stiff and you can really feel the power

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The C45 as received felt good, but I felt it could be a tad better. I added about 2grams of weight at 10- and 2- o'clock, and now it feels practically perfect for swing weight, balance, and overall weight. I've played as well as I ever have with this paddle. I'll keep this as long as it lasts, which I can't see why it won't be a pretty long time. Price was fair after using referral discount “alanp10”. I highly recommend to anyone who wants to improve their game. Give it a try!

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Love the C45: I really like the extended handle length. The standard style paddle’s handle is just too short for how I like to grip my paddle. I like the slower/control game so usually avoid the new power paddles but this one has just the right amount of pop to still be able to make a power shot when needed. Good job Franklin!

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Love the C45: I really like the extended handle length. The standard style paddle’s handle is just too short for how I like to grip my paddle. I like the slower/control game so usually avoid the new power paddles but this one has just the right amount of pop to still be able to make a power shot when needed. Good job Franklin!

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Two Year Paddle search is over!: I spent two months looking for a fast paddle with power and control. The hybrid shape, handle length, and weight of 7.6 are perfect for me. The edgeguard is not too bulky and doesn't interfere with my two handed backhand. I have zero arm pain with this paddle.

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Hybrid 14mm: Love this paddle. I had to get another one. Team Franklin!!

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Light paddle that can be adjusted to your liking: Beautiful paddle. Very light and has the ability to be customized with weight. The pop is just right where you can make drops dinks and resets. Power isn’t overwhelming but can be adjusted with weight if you need more.

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I really enjoyed this pickleball paddle's performance. The grip feels comfortable and secure. After a long game, my wrist feels just fine. The paddle itself is lightweight, but it has no problem to deliver solid shots from the baseline. It has a nice balance between power and control. The overall build quality feels durable and well-made. Price was fair after using code “Alanp10” at checkout. Highly recommend!

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Elite FC45 Blue!: Elite paddle that leaves a lot of room for further customization. I taped the throat of the paddle to add stability, and I absolutely love it!

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Great paddle!: Great paddle. Love the light weight yet powerful handling. Great control. It looks amazing too.

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Great paddle: I got my c45 4 days, played 20 games, I love the sound and the feeling of control. Best paddle in 2025

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Best Paddle: Been using this for 2 months now it is the best paddle I have ever used. Got it weight up to 9oz but the swing weight is still super light. The ball feel is really good, Great pop but also great control. This paddle is amazing. The only other paddle I could see myself using is the new Franklin dynasty c45 that will be released.

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Love this paddle: I absolutely love my C45 paddle. It has just the right amount of pop and great control with my dinks. I highly recommend this paddle. I did add some weight to increase the sweet spot.

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Love it!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super great racket. Comparing it to my other rackets and it stood up great. The carbon fiber makes it really lightweight yet durable and it packs a punch! Really great for anyone at any stage, would recommend!

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Amazingly fast paddle that begs for tungsten.: Plays great out of the box but ideally you would need to fine tune it for your needs with extra weight. Also, it will take some time to break in - it will become less poppy and more predictable, though you would need to adapt to it.

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Faster hands with this paddle: Love the light weight, even after adding weight. It has more power than my Apes, but not as much pop. I like it better at the NVZ because it is easier to maneuver. I like playing with it because it just feels good.

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Wonderful! Lightweight and powerful: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Gifted by Franklin Sports and Influenster in exchange for my honest review. This paddle is VERY light weight, easy and comfortable to grip, and has nice control. It has a good sweet spot and though lightweight, it still provides some power. Very durable ! No issues with vibration. Overall WONDERFUL!!!

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Great design: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This new paddle is so nice. It’s so lightweight but durable. The grip is fantastic also and has yet to wear out like my previous one. I love it and definitely recommend it to everyone.

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Love it!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This paddle is great!!! My husband has gone a bought himself one. It’s light weight and easy to move. We have the best time while playing pickleball! The grip is so sticky and comfortable.

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Great Paddle: Love the paddle. Would have thought for the price they could give you a head cover.

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Super light: Really nice light paddle. Plenty of spin and pop while remaining controllable. If you want a little extra power just add some weight to the corners and it really opens up the sweet spot.

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Great Paddle!!: Love this paddle. I weighted it up like John Kew recommended and the paddle came to life.

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60Mixed or Average

Satisfied But Not Overly Impressed: Satisfied but not overly impressed. Was looking for an option that had a combination over power and maneuverability. Out of the box, the paddle was light and fast but lacked the punch. Adding weight improved the power but decreased the maneuverability. This paddle is best suited for someone who is willing to trade power for lightening quick speed. After 16 hrs of play, I did notice substantial wear on the edgeguard. Would suggest edgeguard tape to preven

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Amazing: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This paddle is amazing. It is super lightweight which helps to be able to easily hit the ball. The grip is great as well which helps to avoid the paddle flying out of your hands. Definitely my new favorite and will get some great use out of it this spring/summer.

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Best paddle ever!: This paddle it’s great. I love the fact that it’s light yet it allows me to place the ball where I want. Attacks at the net are easy and defense shots are even easier with this paddle compared to all the paddles I have owned so far. No more tennis elbow either. I didn’t need to add any weight at all as I have seen most reviews.

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Great upgrade!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was the best paddle I have used. It made a huge impact on my game. I could tell what a higher quality paddle it was. It showed no signs of wear after using it for a month. The paddle felt light in my hand. The grip was much more comfortable and stable than my last racket. So happy to have it!!

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Well-balanced, lightweight: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this paddle complimentary in exchange for my honest review. As a beginner Pickleball player who plays casually with friends and family, I look for a paddle that is easy to maneuver, provides good control, and offers a balanced level of power to avoid overshooting or underpowering my shots. Having tried several paddles over the past couple of years, I was pleasantly surprised by this one. The first thing t

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High-quality pickleball racket great for beginners: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great pickleball racket! The carbon fiber construction means it is very lightweight and easy to use. It has a secure grip and feels very durable. We compared the performance against our other rackets (Selkirk and Friday) and thought it was comparable (not as fun in terms of of design, but similar hitting impact, etc). We would definitely recommend this racket, particularly at a p

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Amazing quality paddle: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This pickleball paddle is a game changer!!! It is extremely light weight, has great grip, and perfect control for spins and power shots. It feels so durable too so far. My game has definitely improved. Would totally recommend!

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i like it: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] What I like the most about this one is that it has a light weight, fits, a very comfortable handle, very sturdy and easy to use for a long time,i like it

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Feels luxury: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love this Pickleball paddle. It is easy to use and feels luxurious. I love the grip how it is comfortable but also easy for beginners! I would recommend this to anyone looking to upgrade their Pickleball paddle !

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Great paddle!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ll start by saying I’m a casual pickleball player (a few times a month with friends) but this paddle made me feel like a pro! It is lightweight, has a great grip, and is really fun to play with! It is a major upgrade from my prior paddle and is inspiring me to want to play more often.

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Hand Battle's: If you like dinking, and hand battles, this is the paddle to get!

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C45 is fantastic: My first time using this paddle I did not lose a single match during a 3 hour 4.0 plus rec play My serve has more pace and spin as well as my drives. I could not be happier with this paddle!

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Lightweight but powerful: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really enjoyed this pickleball paddle's performance. The grip feels comfortable and secure. After a long game, my wrist feels just fine. The paddle itself is lightweight, but it has no problem to deliver solid shots from the baseline. It has a nice balance between power and control. The overall build quality feels durable and well-made.