Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Pickleballs - Official Ball of USA Pickleball, APP Tour + US Open - Regulation Size
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Size: 3 Pack
Color: Optic Yellow
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- THE STANDARD ON COURT: USAP approved, chosen as the official ball for both the US Open Pickleball Championships and USA Pickleball, and engineered for official size and weight, these pickleball balls deliver consistent performance for both pro and amateur players
- PRECISION ENGINEERED: 40 precise, machine-drilled holes help maintain tight, consistent spin and a balanced flight path, offering a mix of pace and control for different player types. Official weight: 26g. Official size: 74mm
- SINGLE-PIECE CONSTRUCTION: A seamless one-piece construction makes these balls ideal for play on concrete, asphalt, and other outdoor surfaces. Designed for durability, they perform best on authentic pickleball courts and in average temperatures
- HIGHLY VISIBLE: Never lose sight and stay in control of every rally. The X-40 ball comes in a range of bright, high-contrast colors, making it easy to track and react from baseline to kitchen to net
- FRANKLIN SPORTS: We believe Sports Make Life Better. Since 1946, Franklin Sports has been dedicated to making sports inspiring, fun, and accessible for all. We collaborate to bring innovation and quality craftsmanship to our products across the world of sport
Brand: Franklin Sports
Material: Polyethylene (PE)
Color: Optic Yellow
Age Range (Description): All Ages
Item Weight: 4.4 ounces
Brand Name: Franklin Sports
Age Range Description: All Ages
Sport Type: Pickleball
Number of Items: 3
League Name: USAPA
Ball Type: pickleball
Global Trade Identification Number: 03
UPC: 025725459803
Number of Packs: 1
Set Name: X-40 Outdoor Pickleballs (3 pack)
Unit Count: 3.0 Count
Manufacturer Part Number: 52821
Model Number: 52821
Included Components: Pickleball Balls(3)
Manufacturer: Franklin Sports
Warranty Description: 90 Day Limited
Item Type Name: Franklin Sports Outdoor Pickleballs - X-40 Pickleball Balls - USA Pickleball (USAPA) Approved - 3 Pack Outside Pickleballs - Optic Yellow - US Open Ball
Item Weight: 4.4 ounces
Item Diameter: 2.91 Inches
Size: 3 Pack
Material Type: Polyethylene (PE)
Construction Type: Rotational Molding
Stitching Type: One-piece construction
Color: Optic Yellow
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Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 12 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
Review order: Review summary (quick read) Review update (4-13-2021) Full review (long read) Summary: This review might save you a lot of time researching balls, but here's the summary if you don't want to read the full review... For 4.0+ play consider the Dura Fast 40 when preparing for certain tournaments, but expect only about 2 games per ball, which is quite annoying in my opinion... for 95% of players, definitely go with the Franklin X-40 (except when preparing for a Dura only tournament of course). If you just want the ball to last and last year after year and don't care at all about egging or quality of play consider the much softer and much slower and much bouncier Onix ball. The Onix ball is so soft that I can't recommend it for typical play, but it is actually an excellent choice when introducing new players to the game and it is often the preferred ball in 65+ play if mobility becomes a common issue because extra bounce = extra time to get there, but in my area many older players seem to play the X-40 just fine. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Update: 4-13-2021: Popularity: Almost everyone in my area is playing the Franklin X-40 in every park. I finally saw a Dura in play yesterday, but it's been a long time! Outdoor tournaments in my state are now about 60% X-40 and about 40% Dura (Washington), so even in tournament play the Dura seems to be going out pretty quick. Seasonal durability of X-40: for the first year I don't think my group cracked a single X-40 (despite having a faster paced game), but using that same batch of balls this Spring, they've all been dropping like flies so now my 1 year old batch of X-40's probably isn't much more durable than brand new Dura's (very annoying to deal with those cracks). I just bought new X-40's yesterday and I'll be discarding the few X-40's that are left from last year when the new stock arrives. It will be new X-40's for me once a year from now on assuming quality doesn't slide... fresh manufacturing is apparently very important, so hopefully Franklin will keep their runs moderate, and maybe that's what Dura did wrong.(?) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Full review: This review will focus largely on the physical & quality comparisons between the Franklin Outdoor X-40 pickleball and the Dura Fast 40 pickleball, but I'll also give a summary of my impressions from the mouth of experts and supplement also by my own amateur impressions and measurements. Dura hole specs: 16 drilled holes @ 0.325" & 24 drilled holes @ .264" Franklin hole specs: 40 drilled holes @ 0.288" Both balls have 40 holes with an average hole size of 0.288", but the Dura ball has a far more randomized hole pattern. I personally didn't notice any difference in spin characteristics or any notable advantage to the randomized hole pattern of the Dura. Franklin weight: 26g Dura weight: 25g Both balls are rotationally molded in one continuous piece so the seam is just as strong as the rest of the ball on either ball... the appearance of a seam is on the outside of the ball only but the visual molding mark is not actually separated in any way in the middle of the ball and the inside of the ball will likewise appear 100% seamless on either ball, so no true seam exists (both balls are true "1-piece" balls). The Dura ball has much smoother molding marks w/ no plastic flashing like the Franklin... this is primarily cosmetic but quality in this regard definitely goes to the Dura. Subjective color preference: in the shade I think the Dura "Neon" color looks better (see pic), but in typical full sun the green tint looks dingy on the Dura ball in my opinion, and I feel the Franklin "Optic Yellow" is a crisper color that's probably a little more visible. These are the only 2 ball colors I have to compare. I would prefer more dye to be used for a green ball so it still looks green in full sun because in my experience with disc golf and ball golf neon green is the most visible color and neon pink is good too... with these 2 options I'd pick the yellow... the green tint on the Dura is so subtle in full sun it ends up looking more like a dingy yellow rather than a green. A more apples to apples comparison would be Dura's yellow option but I'm pretty confident Franklin would win that contest also based on the notably higher translucency in the plastic used by Dura. Color: Franklin wins. Franklin X-40 country of origin: China Dura Fast 40 country of origin: Vietnam - - EXPERT INSPIRED IMPRESSIONS - - From what I've gathered, expect much longer play per dollar out of the Franklin and expect very little life out of the Dura. Dura's are supposed to be a little harder/better/faster, but they often only last a few games based on everything I've read and heard. For older players consider the Onix over either of these balls... softer balls bounce higher and hit slower which allows more time to get to the ball for longer rallies... the Onix seems to be the favorite for play in older aged groups. Based on expert advise from the "pickleball kitchen" youtube channel... Best performance award (fastest, hardest): Dura Fast 40 Best Value (also w/ great performance): Franklin Outdoor X-40 - - - except high level players should opt for the Dura due to tournament requirements (note: this observation may be outdated... check tournaments in your state to verify what local tournaments are still using the Dura in your area and which tournaments have switched to the X-40) Longest lasting, but soft and bouncy: Onix Note: I have not seen a single outdoor tournament publish the Onix as their ball. My personal recommendation for most players based on a lot of reviews and some research and a close look would be to skip the Dura and go straight to the Franklin X-40 until you're playing tournaments... if/when you advance to the level of playing serious tournament play I don't think it would take long to transition muscle memory and power from the Franklin outdoor ball to the Dura ball and a lot of money and annoyance can be saved w/ the Franklin over the very brittle Dura... Franklin X-40 balls don't last very long either (according to some... possibly old stock), but compared to the Dura it's a notable improvement strongly worth considering even if you're a quality buff like myself. Manufacturing quality: Dura wins Material durability: Franklin easily wins and Onix lasts much longer still if you don't mind a notably slower game (more similar to indoor) and more egging. Quality of play: Mixed... many elite players prefer the extra speed of the Dura, but I prefer the consistency of virtually everyone using the same ball and even more notably, I'd rather sacrifice just a little speed to get the higher consistency / predictability / reliability of an uncracked ball and I find it distracting to look for cracks all the time. Value (w/o sacrificing much): Franklin Despite the long read, I'm hoping this helps the reader save some time in selecting a pickleball, especially for players new to the game.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2020 by Trevor & Tiffany G Trevor & Tiffany G
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 3 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
These are the best on the market - for good reason. They last for a while, about 10-12 games, given you don't hit the ball with 1000% power on every hit. They do show wear, but the ball plays perfectly fine. This ball is also used in most tournaments and recommended by the pros, if that tells you anything.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023 by Nate Kilgore
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 12 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
The x40 Pickleball proves to be an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned players alike. Its durable construction ensures a long-lasting performance, making it a reliable option for extended gameplay sessions. The ball's responsiveness and consistent bounce make it particularly well-suited for those just starting in the world of pickleball, enhancing the overall learning experience. With the x40, you get a reliable, durable, and beginner-friendly pickleball that adds value to every match.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023 by Mlang
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 3 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
I have been playing with different pickle balls and Franklin is one of our favorites. It plays well. Main draw back is that it doesn't last very long. selkirk pro s1 is a little heavier but lasts longer in my experience. They play similar to the durafast 40.
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024 by Pradeep
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 3 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
Franklin or Durafast pickleballs are the only balls I'll buy. They are the best quality and are weighted correctly. Stop spending money on other brands. They don't last.
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024 by Garden Valley Girl
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 12 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
Been playing with these franklins outdoors when the weather isn't too cold. They hold up ok so far. They don tend to crack easier than other balls, but only after getting plenty of games in with one of them. Then again, I'm in new england and if you play with these when it's in the 30's or lower, they will crack fast.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2023 by I. Elias
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 12 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
UPDATE: turns out these are OUTDOOR balls. The yellow ones are hybrids and the orange ones are indoor balls. I can see these so much better. My friends still don't like them....they are slower... but the Pickleball "pro" at our club says these are the correct balls for playing outdoors. I bought these balls because I have some trouble seeing the yellow balls. I love the optic greenish yellow color of these balls. But I couldn't figure out why they didn't bounce as well and why I had to hit the ball harder. Turns out the holes are smaller than any of the balls that I or my friends were using. I've compared these balls with all the ones my friend use and unless I am wrong these pickle ball balls holes are just too small. I have the orange indoor balls with quite large holes, and the yellow balls with the medium holes like you see in the picture and these. If I could return these I would. Nobody will play with them.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2023 by G. Brown G. Brown
Color: Optic Yellow
Style: 100 Pack
Pattern Name: Pickleballs
They are good all around ball if not used in the cold as they will crack very quickly. I receive a notification these were on a lightning deal so I picked up 100 of them. It brought my per unit price down to $1.68 each. Good ball at that price.
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2024 by David