FRANKLIN BEN JOHNS SIGNATURE PICKLEBALL PADDLE

Note: Ben Johns has since moved to Joola, so this Franklin paddle is no longer his current paddle. Listed specs: fiberglass MaxGrit face, polypropylene core, about 16.5 x 7.5 inch face, 5.6 inch handle, in 13mm and 16mm thicknesses; retailers list it as USA Pickleball approved.

FRANKLIN BEN JOHNS SIGNATURE PICKLEBALL PADDLE Review

General Thoughts:

The Franklin Ben Johns Signature Paddle is a top-of-the-line option for advanced pickleball players. I have been using it for several weeks now and have been impressed with its performance.

Paddle Design:

The paddle features a fiberglass face and a polypropylene core, which gives it a powerful bounce off the face when striking the ball. The elongated shape of the paddle also allows for more reach and control. Additionally, the textured hitting surface helps with spin and grip on the ball.

Attacking Play:

During attacking play, I found that the paddle had a noticeable amount of power and was able to generate a lot of speed on my shots. This made it easy to put pressure on my opponents and force them to make mistakes. The elongated shape also allowed me to reach balls that would have been out of reach with a shorter paddle.

Control Play:

The Franklin Ben Johns Signature Paddle also excels in control play. The textured surface helped me to have a better grip on the ball and the elongated shape gave me more reach to place the ball where I wanted it on the court. In addition, the paddle's lightweight design made it easy to maneuver during play.

Overall, I highly recommend the Franklin Ben Johns Signature Paddle for advanced pickleball players looking for a high-performing paddle with a great balance of power and control. The only negative critique I have is that the handle is quite bulky and uncomfortable compared to other premium brands.