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Company: Franklin Sports
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C45

14 mm

Weight: 7.5 oz

Price: $229

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    hybrid

  • Length:
    16.3 in
  • Width:
    7.6 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.5 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.125 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    eva foam

Summary

The Franklin Sports C45 is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14mm EVA foam core, known for its balance of power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.5 ounces with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the lightweight category, generally offering good maneuverability. Its swing weight of 104 is considered low, further enhancing maneuverability.

This paddle may be suitable for a variety of players, from intermediate to advanced, seeking a blend of power and control. The high volley speed rating (8.9/10) and pop percentile (96th) suggest potential for strong volleys. The drive speed rating (7.4/10) and spin rating (8.1/10) indicate decent power and spin potential. The relatively low twist weight (5.42) and corresponding low rating (2.8/10) might make the paddle susceptible to twisting on off-center hits.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew220456.137.21045.42235
Estimated:207254.930236.40051045.42235

Attributes

Summary

The Franklin Sports C45 is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14mm EVA foam core, known for its balance of power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.5 ounces with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the lightweight category, generally offering good maneuverability. Its swing weight of 104 is considered low, further enhancing maneuverability.

This paddle may be suitable for a variety of players, from intermediate to advanced, seeking a blend of power and control. The high volley speed rating (8.9/10) and pop percentile (96th) suggest potential for strong volleys. The drive speed rating (7.4/10) and spin rating (8.1/10) indicate decent power and spin potential. The relatively low twist weight (5.42) and corresponding low rating (2.8/10) might make the paddle susceptible to twisting on off-center hits.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew220456.137.21045.42235
Estimated:207254.930236.40051045.42235

Drive speed

54.9mph

71st percentile

7.4

Volley speed

36.4mph

96th percentile

8.9

Swing weight

104

11th percentile

9.1%

Average

Drive speed

54.9mph

71st percentile

7.4

Volley speed

36.4mph

96th percentile

8.9

Swing weight

104

11th percentile

9.1%

Average

Spin

2,072RPM

86th percentile

8.1

Twist weight

5.42

6th percentile

2.8

Balance point

235mm

19th percentile

1.7%

Average

Spin

2,072RPM

86th percentile

8.1

Twist weight

5.42

6th percentile

2.8

Balance point

235mm

19th percentile

1.7%

Average

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