11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
Franklin Sports
C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
$229.99
7.5–7.9 oz · 14mm core · Elongated
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11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 vs Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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The 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)'s 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 | Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.5–7.9 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border | PowerFlex polymer core |
| Face material | CFC (carbon/fiberglass/carbon) with HexGrit peel-ply | T700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture (double-thermoformed unibody frame) |
| Handle length | 5.75" | 5.1" |
| Price | $209.99 | $229.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) at 7.5–7.9 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) is 0.4 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 has a 16mm core; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) has a 14mm core, so the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 measures 16.25" × 7.75"; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) measures 15.7" × 7.9" (hybrid vs elongated). The 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 is 0.55" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 has a 5.75" handle; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) has a 5.1" handle, so the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 handle is 0.65" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its face as CFC; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) lists T700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 lists its core as Thermoformed full foam microcellular core with EVA border; Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) lists PowerFlex polymer core. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
11SIX24 Vapor Power 2
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: power, spin
Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 if…
- you swing through the ball and want plow-through on drives
- you prize control on resets and dinks
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 14mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) if…
- you want quicker hands in fast kitchen exchanges
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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