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Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm vs Volair Shift EL 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin C45 Dynasty 14mm
Volair Shift EL 14mm
Price
$229.99
$189.99
Swing Weight
118
120
Twist Weight
5.87
6
Weight
7.9 oz
8.2 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Power
57.5 MPH
57.2 MPH
Pop
37.1 MPH
37 MPH
Spin
2115 RPM
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Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 4
Balance
244mm
246mm
Franklin C45 Dynasty 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
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Volair Shift EL 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 37 MPH (80th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (81th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +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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