Franklin C45° Aurelius Anna Leigh Waters Signature Pickleball Paddle is a premium competition paddle designed in collaboration with professional pickleball player Anna Leigh Waters. It features a 16mm PowerFlex polymer core, T700 carbon fiber hitting surface, and Double-Thermoformed Unibody construction for enhanced stability, power, control, and vibration reduction. The paddle uses a 45-degree angled T700 carbon fiber surface designed to provide increased ball grip and spin potential. Its traditional paddle shape offers a generous hitting area and a balanced combination of power and control. The C45° Aurelius is USA Pickleball approved for competitive play.