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Franklin Pickleball Paddles India — C45, FS Tour Dynasty & Signature Pro
Franklin makes the official ball of the US Open Pickleball Championship — the world’s largest pickleball tournament with players from across the globe competing. That association sets the standard for how Franklin approaches equipment: competition credentials, tested at the highest levels of the sport. Their paddle range mirrors this philosophy, spanning from the raw carbon competition-grade C45 through the tour-level FS Tour Dynasty series to the accessible Signature Pro — four colourways, four playing configurations, multiple price points, and a clear upgrade path as players develop.
All Franklin paddles use polypropylene honeycomb cores and carbon fiber construction with vibration dampening for comfortable extended play. All dispatched from Mumbai pan-India at God of Sports.
Understanding the Franklin Range
Franklin’s range at God of Sports covers three tiers with a clear performance progression:
- C45 Raw Carbon — competition apex: raw carbon face, 14mm power core, for advanced spin-first players
- FS Tour Dynasty — tour competitive: tour-grade carbon, two core specifications (14mm power + 16mm control)
- Signature Pro — versatile performance: four colourways, accessible 13mm core, intermediate all-round
Franklin C45 Raw Carbon — Competition Grade
The Franklin C45 Raw Carbon is Franklin’s competition flagship — the performance-first paddle for advanced Indian pickleball players who want the most spin and raw power in the Franklin range.
Raw Carbon Fiber Face: The defining feature. Raw carbon fiber is the unfinished, untreated surface — exposed carbon weave that grips the ball far more aggressively than painted, coated, or textured surfaces. When a raw carbon paddle contacts the ball, the carbon fibres literally grip the ball at contact points, generating spin RPM that smooth-surface paddles cannot match. This is why competitive players at the highest levels of US Open and APP Tour play use raw carbon — the spin advantage is real and tactically significant. On a topspin drive into the ad corner, or a kick serve that bounces high and away, raw carbon makes the difference.
14mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core: At 14mm the C45 is on the thinner end of the core range — producing a livelier, more explosive ball exit than thicker 16mm paddles. Drives and punch volleys leave the face with more pace. The trade-off is slightly less dwell time than a 16mm paddle — the soft game at the kitchen requires more precise contact to control well. This is an advanced player’s paddle: the C45 rewards clean, confident technique with outstanding performance.
Carbon Fiber Frame: The perimeter frame uses carbon fiber construction for torsional rigidity — preventing paddle twist on off-centre hits and maintaining accuracy across the face.
Face: Raw carbon fiber | Core: 14mm PP honeycomb | Frame: Carbon fiber
Best for: Advanced players, spin-first competitive game, tournament preparation, players ready for raw carbon responsiveness
FS Tour Dynasty — Tour Competitive
The Franklin FS Tour Dynasty is the tour-grade competitive series — a step below the C45 in face aggressiveness but featuring carbon fiber construction and two core specifications that serve different playing profiles. The tour-grade carbon face delivers excellent spin and control at a more accessible performance level than raw carbon — a meaningful playing surface that advanced players at Indian club level will immediately appreciate.
FS Tour Dynasty Blue — 14mm Power
The Franklin FS Tour Dynasty Blue (14mm) is the power-first Tour Dynasty — the 14mm core delivers a livelier, crisper response with more explosive ball exit speed on drives and serves. For competitive Indian players who base their game on attacking from the baseline and mid-court with fast, heavy drives. The thinner core reduces the soft game margin — players need consistent technique on dinks — but delivers satisfying pop on every attacking shot.
Core: 14mm | Character: Power-first, lively exit, attacking baseline and mid-court game
Best for: Competitive intermediate-to-advanced players with a drive-first game
FS Tour Dynasty Grey — 16mm Control
The Franklin FS Tour Dynasty Grey (16mm) uses a thicker 16mm core for more dwell time and a softer, more controlled feel. The ball stays on the face longer, giving players more ability to shape the direction and spin of their shots. Better soft game performance than the 14mm Blue — dinks and drop shots are easier to control with the additional dwell time. For competitive players who want Tour Dynasty construction with all-court balance rather than a pure power bias.
Core: 16mm | Character: Control-biased, more dwell, larger effective sweet spot, better soft game
Best for: Competitive intermediate-to-advanced players who balance power and kitchen control
Signature Pro — Versatile All-Rounder
The Franklin Signature Pro is the most popular Franklin paddle in India — an accessible 13mm carbon fiber all-round paddle available in four colourways. At 13mm it is poppier than the 16mm Tour Dynasty Grey, with a lively response on drives and speed-up attacks, while the carbon fiber face provides genuine spin generation beyond fiberglass alternatives. The accessible price makes it the practical first step into Franklin performance construction for Indian intermediate players.
All four Signature Pro colourways share identical technical specifications — the difference is purely aesthetic. Choose based on preference or to match your kit.
- Franklin Signature Pro — White — Clean classic colourway
- Franklin Signature Pro — Gold
- Franklin Signature Pro — Pink
- Franklin Signature Pro — Black
Core: 13mm | Face: Carbon fiber | Character: Lively, all-round, accessible
Best for: Intermediate players, first performance carbon paddle, all-round versatile game development
The Upgrade Path — Franklin Progression
Franklin’s range maps a clear development path for Indian pickleball players:
Start with the Signature Pro (13mm, accessible all-round carbon) → develop consistent technique and identify game style → upgrade to FS Tour Dynasty Grey (16mm) for all-court control or FS Tour Dynasty Blue (14mm) for power-first play → if your game is spin-first and you want maximum raw carbon performance, progress to the C45 Raw Carbon.
Buying Guide — By Playing Style & Level
| Player profile | Recommended paddle | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner — first performance paddle | Signature Pro (any colour) | Accessible carbon, 13mm lively core, four colour options — genuine Franklin construction at introductory price |
| Intermediate — wants all-court versatility | Signature Pro or Tour Dynasty Grey 16mm | Signature Pro for budget-first; Tour Dynasty Grey for more dwell and control at moderate investment |
| Intermediate-to-advanced — drive-first game | FS Tour Dynasty Blue 14mm | 14mm pop and explosive drive speed — satisfying for players who attack from the baseline |
| Intermediate-to-advanced — wants balance of drive and kitchen | FS Tour Dynasty Grey 16mm | 16mm dwell time helps both drives and kitchen dinks — the most versatile Tour Dynasty |
| Advanced — spin-first competitive game | C45 Raw Carbon 14mm | Raw carbon generates the most spin in the Franklin range — aggressive topspin and kick serves |
| Tournament competitor — wants US Open-endorsed quality | C45 Raw Carbon | Franklin’s competition apex — same brand standard as the official US Open Pickleball ball |
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