Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature
Best discount code for this paddle: Use code KITCHEN for 15% off
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 13mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $229.95
Our take on the C45 Parris Todd
This paddle has all of the aspects you would like in a paddle: Incredible spin, elite power and great swing speed. However, out of the box the paddle is very light, and might need perimeter weighting added to reach its full potential.
Is the C45 Parris Todd worth $229.95?
Yes, if quick hands and spin matter more to you than baseline power. At $229.95 it sits in the high price range, and you get a hybrid shape with a bigger sweet spot than the original Hybrid plus a very light frame built for customizing.
Who should buy the C45 Parris Todd?
Players who value kitchen-line pop over raw baseline power and want quick hands with a little more forgiveness. Todd designed it with women players in mind, but plenty of men use it too. The very low stock weight suits anyone willing to add tape to fit their game.
Buy it if
- You value pop at the kitchen line
- You want high spin from a quick hybrid
- You want a bigger sweet spot than the Hybrid
- You like adding perimeter weight
Skip it if
- You want big baseline power out of the box
- You want a heavy paddle without adding tape
- You want a thicker core for extra plushness
How does the C45 Parris Todd play?
At 13mm the core is thinner than Franklin’s 14mm and 16mm models, which brings pop on short strokes in hands battles. The hybrid shape sits between the original Hybrid and the Dynasty, so hands stay quick while groundstrokes still generate spin and power. There is room for close to an ounce of added tungsten without it feeling sluggish.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the C45 Parris Todd?
Its biggest edge is quick hands with a wider sweet spot than the original Hybrid. The main cost is that it is very light and needs perimeter weight to reach its full potential.
Strengths
- High spin on groundstrokes
- Hybrid maneuverability with a larger sweet spot
- Room to add nearly an ounce of weight
- Thin core for pop on short strokes
Trade-offs
- Very light stock, needs perimeter weight
- Favors pop over raw baseline power
- Thin core gives up some plushness
Closest match we’ve tested
Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature vs Luzz Glider
Same hybrid shape, same Gen 3 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 13mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.5 oz
- Swing Weight
- 104
- Twist Weight
- 5.5
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
15% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 107
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
15% off with code KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the C45 Parris Todd
Who should buy the Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature?
Players who value pop at the kitchen line over baseline power. Todd designed it with a core thinner than Franklin's 14mm and 16mm models but thicker than her old 12mm paddle.
Is the Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature good for spin?
Yes, it spins the ball incredibly well. Todd said the shape let her really generate spin and power on groundstrokes, and it has the same 45-degree T700 carbon face as other C45s.
Does the Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature need lead or tungsten tape?
It helps. It's very light out of the box at a 104 swing weight, and you can add nearly an ounce of tungsten around the perimeter and still swing it comfortably.
What shape is the Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature?
It's a hybrid, a near-perfect cross between the original C45 Hybrid and the Dynasty. It keeps the Hybrid's maneuverability with a bigger sweet spot.
Is the Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
What are some Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature alternatives?
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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 Parris Todd measured power 77, spin 81, swing weight 104 and twist weight 5.5.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.