{"product_id":"franklin-c45-tempo-pickleball-paddle","title":"Franklin C45° Tempo \/ – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Franklin C45° Tempo is a pickleball paddle built around a Toray T700 raw 45° carbon surface, designed for players who want control and spin in competitive play. It suits advanced players who attack and rely on precise shot shaping, and it is available in 14mm and 16mm core thicknesses. Looking for a 16mm raw carbon pickleball paddle? This model offers that option alongside a 14mm version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToray T700 raw 45° carbon surface – generates strong spin and controlled shot shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble thermoformed inner core – a more stable, solid feel through each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerFlex™ foam core – balances pop with accuracy on every shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of 14mm or 16mm core – pick the thickness that suits your touch and power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.75 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.87 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 – 7.9 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.25 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToray T700 Raw 45° Carbon Surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowerFlex™ Foam Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble Thermoformed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14mm \/ 16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paddle suits advanced and competitive players who attack and value spin and control over maximum forgiveness. Its USA Pickleball approval means it is approved for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Franklin C45° Tempo approved for tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it can be used in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat core thickness options are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between 14mm and 16mm. Pick the thickness that matches your preferred balance of feel and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/franklin-paddles\"\u003eFranklin Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Franklin","offers":[{"title":"14 mm \/ Green","offer_id":67829085307113,"sku":"PAD-FRA-00608-01","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"14 mm \/ Red","offer_id":67829085339881,"sku":"PAD-FRA-00608-02","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Green","offer_id":67829085372649,"sku":"PAD-FRA-00608-03","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16 mm \/ Red","offer_id":67829085405417,"sku":"PAD-FRA-00608-04","price":242.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_7ae1ab13-7c5c-452c-b7f5-21030ada709f.png?v=1793547849","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/franklin-c45-tempo-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}