{"product_id":"franklin-c45-anna-leigh-waters-aurelius-alw-pickleball-paddle","title":"Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius ALW Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003ch1 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\"\u003eFranklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius ALW Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for players who want a pro-level traditional shape with easy hand speed and a lively all-court response, the Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius ALW Pickleball Paddle uses a 15.7in x 7.9in profile that feels quick through firefights while still offering enough width for confident blocks, counters, and roll volleys. We found this shape especially useful for aggressive doubles players who want to speed the ball up, redirect pace, and stay dangerous at the kitchen without giving up stability on full swings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFranklin pairs that shape with a double-thermoformed unibody frame, a 45 degree T700 carbon fiber peel ply face, and the PowerFlex polymer core with inner foam to give the paddle a crisp, poppy response that still feels controlled on contact. Being the Anna Leigh Waters shape, we know it is built with high-level competition in mind. The 12.7mm is the most explosive and quickest off the face, the 14mm gives us a balanced blend of pop and touch, and the 16mm settles the platform down for players who want a little more dwell and forgiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Thermoformed Unibody Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Franklin reinforces the paddle structure twice to increase overall strength, improve long-term integrity, and reduce vibration when contact speeds up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45 Degree T700 Carbon Fiber Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- The peel ply carbon face is laid at a 45 degree angle to create consistent surface texture, helping us grab the ball better for heavier spin and more confident shot shaping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerFlex Core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- The PowerFlex polymer core is built to deliver lively rebound while maintaining enough touch for resets, counters, and controlled placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner Foam Channel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Perimeter foam helps preserve structural stability and adds a more solid, connected feel, especially when contact drifts outside the center of the face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnna Leigh Waters Pro Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This traditional shape keeps the paddle maneuverable in hand battles while still giving us enough width and stability to handle fast exchanges and attack out of transition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.7mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | Fastest Rebound and Maximum Pop\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 12.7mm is the most explosive option in the lineup. It gets through the ball the fastest, so counters, speed-ups, and aggressive drives come off the face with the most immediate rebound. We liked this version most when attacking out of hand battles or looking to pressure opponents with quick acceleration off compact swings. The tradeoff is a firmer feel with less dwell time on soft resets and drop shots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14mm\u003c\/strong\u003e | Balanced Pop and All-Court Response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 14mm sits in the middle of the lineup and gives this platform its most balanced response. It still has clear pop on drives, flicks, and putaways, but it feels a touch more settled than the 12.7mm when absorbing pace or shaping softer balls. For us, this is the best fit for players who want one paddle to handle fast exchanges, attacking transitions, and controlled counters without leaning too far toward either extreme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca data-encoded-attr-charset=\"dXRmLTg=\" data-encoded-tag-value=\"\" data-encoded-tag-name=\"meta\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe 16mm gives the C45 platform a calmer and more controlled feel through contact. We noticed more dwell time on resets, better forgiveness when blocking pace, and a slightly softer response on drops and touch shots. It still has plenty of put-away ability because the face and foam keep the paddle lively, but compared to the thinner options it is the most composed choice for players who want stability and a little more margin in the soft game.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Franklin","offers":[{"title":"12.7mm","offer_id":47765067399394,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm","offer_id":47765067432162,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm","offer_id":47765067464930,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6137\/8274\/files\/43448_source_1775595008.webp?v=1777741314","url":"https:\/\/sirpickleball.com\/products\/franklin-c45-anna-leigh-waters-aurelius-alw-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Sir Pickleball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}