Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.2 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 9%) — a all-court option in a standard shape.
Price: $149.99. Swing weight: 115. Twist weight: 7.14. Weight: 8.4 oz. Power: 56.2 MPH. Spin: 2091 RPM. Core: 14mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Good spin generation at 2091 RPM (67th percentile)
- Exceptional stability — 7.14 twist weight is top 9% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $149.99, it's cheaper than 79% of paddles (avg $197)
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Franklin
FS Tour Tempo 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.2 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 9%) — a all-court option in a standard shape.
$149.99
Find Your MatchStandard14mm coreCompositeGen 2Firepower Control+All-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
115
64th percentile
Twist Weight
7.14
94th percentile
Weight
8.4 oz
Core Thickness
14mm
Power
56.2 MPH
50th percentile
Pop
35.85 MPH
15th percentile
Spin
2091 RPM
Medium
Balance
233.5mm
Grip Length
5"
Grip Size
4.3"
Pros
- +Good spin generation at 2091 RPM (67th percentile)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.14 twist weight is top 9% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $149.99, it's cheaper than 79% of paddles (avg $197)
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