FRANKLIN BEN JOHNS SIGNATURE PICKLEBALL PADDLE
The Franklin Ben Johns Signature Pickleball Paddle is a premium quality paddle that is designed for maximum spin and reduced vibration. The paddle features a fiberglass hitting surface and a polypropylene core, making it suitable for both beginner and advanced players. The textured hitting surface helps to provide spin and reduces vibration. The MaxGrit™ textured surface technology is USAPA approved and is designed to give you great control and power on the court. The handle is five and a half inches long, providing a comfortable grip for extended play. The Franklin Ben Johns Signature Pickleball Paddle is the official paddle of top pro Ben Johns, who has used this paddle to win the Triple Crown in 2021. Overall, this paddle is perfect for those looking for a professional-grade paddle that will help them improve their game.
Pros
- The Ben Johns Signature paddle by Franklin is used by top rated pros.
- The 13mm thickness has a noticeable amount of more power.
- Elongated shape, fiberglass face, and thin core combine to give it a powerful bounce off the face.
- Textured surface technology designed for maximum spin and reduced vibration.
- Provides exceptional accuracy and power on the court.
- Under a $100
Cons
- Small sweet spot, the ball noticeably dies around the edges more than Id like. [2]
- Spin was average
- Large handle
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.
