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Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm vs Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm
Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm
Price
$229
$229.99
Swing Weight
115
118
Twist Weight
5.5
5.87
Weight
8.2 oz
7.9 oz
Core
13mm
14mm
Power
58 MPH
57.5 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2232 RPM
2115 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
236mm
244mm

Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm

This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, top 10% spin (2232 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2232 RPM — top 10% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.5 (bottom 8%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue

Best For

Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm 14mm

This paddle delivers 82th percentile power (57.5 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.5 MPH (82th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Good spin generation at 2115 RPM (74th percentile)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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