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    Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm

    USAP Tournament ApprovedStatus as of Oct 3, 2026 · source: USA PickleballSee all USAP-approved paddles →Also see UPA-A certification status →
    Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm 8oz 14mm pickleball paddle — T700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face

    Who This Paddle Is For

    No suitability info available.

    FS Tour Tempo Standard shape, paired against Dynasty elongated. 14mm targets faster hands + control. $150 includes paddle case + eraser. ASIN B0CSK48YQ7 is the FS Tour Series DYNASTY Pro 14mm, a different model - removed 2026-08-24 (catalog audit); needs a real FS Tour Tempo 14mm ASIN.

    About the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm

    The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm is a standard-shape pickleball paddle with a t700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face over a 14mm core. It comes in around 8–8.4 oz. Listed price: $84.96.

    FS Tour Tempo Standard shape, paired against Dynasty elongated. 14mm targets faster hands + control. $150 includes paddle case + eraser. ASIN B0CSK48YQ7 is the FS Tour Series DYNASTY Pro 14mm, a different model - removed 2026-08-24 (catalog audit); needs a real FS Tour Tempo 14mm ASIN.

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    Weight
    8–8.4 oz
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    Surface
    T700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture
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    Shape
    Standard
    Paddle shapes explained
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    Core
    14mm
    What core thickness changes
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    Grip Length
    Not specified
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    Price
    $84.96

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    Pickle's Take

    14mm core, t700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face. Balanced touch and pop with no glaring weakness. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.

    - PickleSwaps editorial team

    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.

    = score
    Power
    6.6 / 10

    Above the catalog median on power

    Hand speed
    1.8 / 10

    Bottom 10% of catalog on hand speed

    Forgiveness
    7.0 / 10

    Above the catalog median on forgiveness

    Touch
    4.5 / 10

    Below the catalog median on touch

    Spin
    10.0 / 10

    Top 5% of catalog on spin

    Pickle's take

    Who it's for

    Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm USA Pickleball approved?

    Yes — the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/6691.

    What's the core thickness of the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm?

    The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm uses a 14mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a t700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.

    Who is the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm best for?

    The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 14mm suits a range of playing styles — see the spec block above for shape, weight, and core details.

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