Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
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16mm Standard-shape Tempo - heavier static (8.6-8.9 oz), longer dwell time, more control-leaning. Same FS Tour series construction. Amazon parent-listing fallback. ASIN B0CSK48YQ7 is the FS Tour Series DYNASTY Pro 14mm - wrong model AND wrong thickness - removed 2026-08-24 (catalog audit); needs a real FS Tour Tempo 16mm ASIN.
About the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm
The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm is a standard-shape pickleball paddle with a t700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 8.6–8.9 oz. Listed price: $149.99.
16mm Standard-shape Tempo - heavier static (8.6-8.9 oz), longer dwell time, more control-leaning. Same FS Tour series construction. Amazon parent-listing fallback. ASIN B0CSK48YQ7 is the FS Tour Series DYNASTY Pro 14mm - wrong model AND wrong thickness - removed 2026-08-24 (catalog audit); needs a real FS Tour Tempo 16mm ASIN.
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16mm core, t700 raw carbon fiber with peel-ply texture face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. 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.
- Power
- 10.0 / 10
- Hand speed
- 1.0 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 7.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 10.0 / 10
Top 1% of catalog on power
Bottom 1% of catalog on hand speed
Above the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 5% of catalog on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with an aggressive, planted swing. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin (direct) | $149.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm 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/6692.
What's the core thickness of the Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm?
The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm uses a 16mm 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 16mm best for?
The Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm suits a range of playing styles — see the spec block above for shape, weight, and core details.
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