Adidas Cross IT Carbon CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket

The Adidas Cross IT Carbon CTRL 3.4 is the aerodynamic, carbon-backed control flagship in Adidas's 3.4 performance range. Built around a Round Shape and neutral balance, it pairs the drag-reducing Dynamic Air Flow (DAF) throat system with rigid 6K Carbon faces and a forgiving EVA Soft Performance core to offer rapid hand speed, structural stability, and broad sweet spot forgiveness.

Performance Profile

1. Control & Precision: Maximum / Elite. The round geometry and centered sweet spot allow pinpoint accuracy on defensive lobs, delicate chiquitas, and resetting fast exchanges from the baseline.
2. Aerodynamics & Swing Speed: Outstanding. Open Dynamic Air Flow (DAF) throat openings slice through air resistance, giving players faster wrist acceleration during quick reaction volleys at the net.
3. Touch & Ball Output (Salida de Bola): High Comfort / Balanced Rebound. Combining a responsive Carbon 6K surface face with the low-density EVA Soft Performance core absorbs high-velocity ball impacts while delivering easy exit speed on defensive recoveries.
4. Frame Rigidity & Pop: High. The carbon face construction combined with structural perimeter reinforcement keeps the head frame from twisting on off-center hits, preserving clean feedback when punching deep volleys.
5. Spin Potential: Elite. Features a 3D textured surface finish (Spin Blade) paired with the 11 Thirteen drill layout to grip the ball heavily for sharp slice bandejas and topspin lobs.

Best Suited For

1. Tactical & Defensive Playmakers (Right-Side / Drive Players): Advanced competitors who control rallies through low-error placement, deep lobs, and rapid defensive retrievals.
2. Intermediate to Advanced Control Players: Players who prefer the broad sweet spot of a round frame but want the crisp, stable feedback of carbon over fiberglass.
3. Players Seeking Aerodynamic Agility with Arm Comfort: Competitors looking for fast hand speed at the net without sacrificing joint relief or impact cushioning.

Specifications

• Model Generation: Cross IT 3.4 Series.
• Racket Shape: Round.
• Weight: 360 – 375 grams.
• Balance: Even / Neutral.
• Thickness: 38 mm.
• Sweet Spot: Center (Large & Forgiving).
• Core Rubber: EVA Soft Performance Foam.
• Face Material: Carbon 6K.
• Frame Material: 100% Carbon Structural Frame.
• Aerodynamics: Dynamic Air Flow System (DAF throat openings).
• Drilling Layout: 11 Thirteen System.
• Surface Finish: Spin Blade Mold (3D textured surface).
• Grip Feature: Extra Power Grip (Extended handle length).