Adidas Metalbone Team Padel Racket 2026

The Adidas Metalbone Team 2026 brings the signature aggressive geometry of Ale Galán’s flagship Metalbone line into a more accessible, forgiving, fixed-weight frame. Built around an Oversized Diamond head shape and high balance, it substitutes the rigid carbon face of the pro models for high-elasticity Fiberglass. This design yields higher ball output (salida de bola) and dynamic rebound while preserving structural perimeter stiffness.

Performance Profile

1. Power & Overhead Acceleration: High. The top-heavy diamond geometry paired with the Extra Power Grip (extended handle length) allows intermediate-to-advanced attackers to generate significant swing leverage on smashes (remates), víboras, and offensive volleys.
2. Ball Exit & Trampoline Rebound: Exceptional. Flexible Fiberglass faces work alongside the low-density EVA Soft Performance core to provide high ball speed on low-speed defensive block volleys and deep lob retrievals.
3. Comfort & Arm Protection: High / Arm-Friendly. Absorbs impact shock effectively, making it a comfortable choice for players who want a head-heavy diamond profile without the joint fatigue associated with high-density carbon models.
4. Frame Torsion & Stability: Very High. Retains the carbon Octagonal Structure tubular frame, which minimizes frame twisting under heavy impact to keep ball trajectory predictable.
5. Spin Potential: High. Uses a 3D-molded textured surface (Spin Blade Decal) paired with Smart Holes Curve drilling to grip the ball on slice bandejas and topspin lobs.

Best Suited For

1. Evolving & Intermediate Attacking Competitors: Players developing an aggressive net-dominant style who need a forgiving sweet spot and lively trampoline effect rather than an unforgiving pro-grade frame.
2. Attackers Seeking Joint Relief: Players who love overhead smash leverage but need to avoid wrist or elbow strain.
3. Fixed-Weight Metalbone Enthusiasts: Competitors who prefer a set standard weight (360–375g) and neutral-to-head-heavy balance without managing adjustable weight screws.

Specifications

• Model Year: 2026.
• Line / Series: Metalbone Team Series.
• Racket Shape: Oversized Diamond.
• Weight: 360 – 375 grams.
• Balance: High / Head Heavy.
• Thickness: 38 mm.
• Sweet Spot: High / Upper Head (Forgiving & Wide).
• Core Rubber: EVA Soft Performance Foam.
• Face Material: Fiberglass (High Elasticity & Soft Touch).
• Frame Geometry: Carbon Octagonal Structure & Low Poly Design.
• Structural Rigidities: Perimeter Structural Reinforcement.
• Surface Finish: Spin Blade Decal (3D Rough Texture).
• Drilling System: Smart Holes Curve.
• Grip Feature: Extra Power Grip (Extended handle length).