Franklin Sports
Franklin Sports Dynasty FS Tour
The Franklin Sports Dynasty FS Tour is an elongated carbon paddle with a light midweight build. It suits players who want extra reach, textured-surface spin, and a balance of control and power.
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Overview
The paddle uses a 12mm polypropylene core and a premium T700 raw carbon fiber surface. Its 16.5-inch elongated shape gives you more reach, while the 7.5-inch width offers less forgiveness than a wider body. The 7.45-ounce listed weight keeps it fairly easy to move.
The 5.6-inch cushioned handle and 4.3-inch grip support a two-handed backhand and added reach. Franklin says the raw carbon surface supports spin and soft touch, while the perimeter construction increases stability. A reviewer found the Dynasty sturdy and low-vibration, but reported that the stock grip can become slick with sweat.
Play style
This paddle fits players who mix baseline drives with controlled kitchen shots. The raw carbon surface gives you useful texture for spin, while the 12mm core points toward a firmer, more direct response than a thicker control-focused paddle.
The elongated profile and long handle help with reach, serves, and two-handed backhands. The tradeoff is forgiveness: a reviewer found the elongated shape less forgiving for beginners and slightly head-heavy during quick net exchanges. Players wanting soft hands above all else may prefer a thicker, wider paddle.
Best for
- Players wanting more reach on drives, serves, and backhand returns
- Players moving from a basic paddle to raw carbon fiber
- Baseline players who want spin with a firm, direct feel
- Players who use a two-handed backhand
- Players who value a sturdy, low-vibration build
Look elsewhere if
- Beginners who need the largest possible sweet spot
- Players with sore elbows who need maximum shock absorption
- Fast hands players who dislike a slightly head-heavy feel
- Players who prioritize soft kitchen control over drive response
- Players who need a highly sweat-resistant stock grip
Strengths
- Raw T700 carbon fiber adds surface texture for spin and soft touch
- Elongated 16.5-inch shape provides useful reach
- 7.45-ounce listed weight offers a manageable midweight build
- Reviewer found the construction sturdy and low-vibration
- USA Pickleball approved for sanctioned play
Things to consider
- The elongated shape is less forgiving than a widebody design
- The listed 12mm core may feel firmer and less damped than thicker cores
- A reviewer found the paddle slightly head-heavy during quick net exchanges
- The stock grip may become slick with sweat and could need an overgrip
- The 7.5-inch width gives up some stability compared with wider paddles
Specs
| Brand | Franklin Sports |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7.5 oz |
| Core thickness | 12 mm |
| Core material | 12mm polypropylene |
| Face | Carbon fiber |
| Face material | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in |
| Handle length | 5.6 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.3 in |
| Handle | Elongated cushioned handle |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Specs come from the seller's product listing and may be incomplete or change between batches. Double-check before you buy.