Franklin C45 Dynasty – Hayden Patriquin signature paddle
Best discount code for this paddle: Use code KITCHEN for 15% off
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $229.99
Our take on the C45 Dynasty
The Franklin C45 Dynasty is a great fit for players who play a more aggressive and offensive game. Patriquin uses the 16mm version, and his signature colorway features a light-blue metallic edge guard that makes this one of the best looking paddles on the market.
Find our full review of the Franklin C45 Series here.
Is the C45 Dynasty worth $229.99?
Yes, if you want the Dynasty with Patriquin’s look. At $229.99 it sits in the high price range, the same as the standard version, and you get the same 16mm elongated build plus a light-blue metallic edge guard.
Who should buy the C45 Dynasty?
Players who like to attack and play on offense, and singles players in particular. It suits Hayden Patriquin fans who want his colorway of the 16mm Dynasty. If you want a pop-focused paddle for hands battles, other C45 shapes lean that way.
Buy it if
- You play an aggressive, offensive game
- You play singles matches often
- You want Patriquin's signature colorway
- You like adding weight to tune a paddle
Skip it if
- You want a pure control paddle
- You want maximum pop in hands battles
- You want a full-foam Gen 4 feel
How does the C45 Dynasty play?
It is the C45 Dynasty in Hayden Patriquin’s colorway, so it plays like the standard Dynasty. Power and spin are medium, but the elongated shape produces more of both than the pop-oriented C45 shapes, and the 16mm core stays plush on dinks. Like the rest of the line, it gets better with added weight.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the C45 Dynasty?
Its biggest edge is offensive power in a forgiving, plush-feeling shape. The main cost is a light build that likes extra weight for stability.
Strengths
- Elongated power and spin for aggressive play
- Forgiving PowerFlex foam feel
- Plush 16mm feel on dinks
- Distinctive light-blue metallic edge guard
Trade-offs
- Runs light and wants added weight
- Medium power rather than explosive
- Other C45 shapes offer more hands-battle pop
Closest match we’ve tested
Franklin C45 Dynasty – Hayden Patriquin signature paddle vs Selkirk Era Power
Same elongated shape, same 16mm Gen 3 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 117
- Twist Weight
- 5.9
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
15% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 117
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- Dual Certified
15% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the C45 Dynasty
What is the Hayden Patriquin Franklin C45 Dynasty?
It's Hayden Patriquin's signature colorway of the 16mm C45 Dynasty, with a light-blue metallic edge guard that makes it one of the best-looking paddles around.
Who should buy the Hayden Patriquin Franklin C45 Dynasty?
Players who want an aggressive, offensive game. The Dynasty is also a great option for singles players.
What is the swing weight of the Hayden Patriquin Franklin C45 Dynasty?
117, which is medium, with a 5.9 twist weight, matching the standard Dynasty. The C45 shapes benefit from a little added weight for power and stability.
Is the Hayden Patriquin Franklin C45 Dynasty USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
Is the Hayden Patriquin Franklin C45 Dynasty a power paddle or a control paddle?
It leans power, with medium power and spin. The elongated shape generates more than the pop-focused C45 shapes, and the PowerFlex core adds foam for a forgiving feel.
What are some Franklin C45 Dynasty – Hayden Patriquin signature paddle alternatives?
RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody
Power 79Spin 95
16mm Gen 3 · Swing weight 110
How we test every paddle
Why trust our ratings? Every paddle is played by Team Kitchen, our team of expert paddle reviewers, and measured on the same scale before we rate it.
- Expert reviewers. All 5.0+ players, testing alongside other high-level players in their area.
- Hours of drills and games. Every kind of shot, in real points, to see how a paddle plays in a match and not just on paper.
- Measured on the same scale. Power, spin, swing weight and twist weight for every paddle, so any two compare fairly. The C45 Dynasty measured power 75, spin 78, swing weight 117 and twist weight 5.9.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.