Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm: Specs, Weight and Who It Suits
The Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm lists at about $99.99, weighs a stated 7.75 oz with a 13 mm core in a elongated shape. Compared with the rest of our catalog, it is 0.25 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is right at the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track.
At a listed 7.75 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
7.75 oz listed · 13 mm core · elongated shape · carbon fiber face
Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm specs
| Brand | Franklin Sports |
|---|---|
| Listed price | $99.99 |
| Listed weight | 7.75 oz (220 g), midweight |
| Core thickness | 13 mm |
| Shape | elongated |
| Face material | carbon fiber |
| Core material | polymer honeycomb |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Claimed in listing |
Who is the Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm for?
At a listed 7.75 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
The thin 13 mm core plays fast and powerful, better for drivers than for players who live on soft shots.
The elongated shape adds reach and swing weight for serves and drives; the sweet spot is narrower than on a standard or widebody paddle.
A carbon fiber face generally grips the ball well for spin and feels more controlled than fiberglass.
Not sure about weight or grip? Run the paddle weight calculator and the grip size calculator before buying.
How it compares
Against the 204 paddles we track, it is 0.25 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is right at the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $100 band. See every Franklin paddle in the catalog. Other paddles at this weight: 7.8 oz paddles.
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How much does the Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm weigh?
The listing gives 7.75 oz (about 220 g), which puts it in the mid class. Individual paddles vary slightly from the stated figure, often by a tenth of an ounce or so. Use the paddle weight calculator to see whether that weight suits your build and play style.
Is the Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm good for beginners?
It is priced for regular players; a beginner can use it, but a cheaper paddle is fine while learning. The thinner core adds pop, which can make soft shots harder for a new player.
What core thickness is the Franklin Sports Signature Carbon Pickleball Paddle 13mm?
The listing states a 13 mm core. Thicker cores around 16 mm favour control and a softer feel, thinner cores around 13 to 14 mm favour power and pop. The whole paddle is roughly 1 to 2 mm thicker than the core once the faces are added.
This is researched general guidance, not professional advice. Specs and prices come from manufacturer listings and change often; confirm details on the product page before buying.