Adidas Metalbone Team 2026 – a balanced, powerful, and comfortable padel racket designed for player progression. The Metalbone Team 3.5 series offers a strong balance of control and power, a smooth ball release, and a stable construction for confident play. The combination of fiberglass and EVA Soft Performance provides comfort, reduced vibration, and easy acceleration, while Octagonal Structure and Low Poly technologies enhance stiffness and precision.

Description

The diamond shape with a head-heavy balance naturally boosts power, yet thanks to the soft materials, the racket remains maneuverable and highly controllable. The refined Low Poly geometry increases structural stability, and Spin Blade Gritt provides improved spin manipulation. The updated adjustable strap enhances comfort and wrist safety.

Specifications

• Shape: diamond shape
• Weight: 360–375 g
• Balance: high (head heavy)
• Materials:
  • Frame – Structural Reinforcement
  • Surface – fiberglass
  • Core – EVA foam (EVA Soft Performance)
• Thickness: 38 mm
• Additional: Extra Power Grip, adjustable strap, textured surface

Technologies & Features

• Octagonal Structure – enhances precision and stability.
• Low Poly Design – increases frame stiffness and predictability.
• Extra Power Grip – boosts inertia and power.
• Spin Blade Gritt – improves spin and shot control.
• Smart Holes Curve – optimized aerodynamics.
• EVA Soft Performance – more comfort and reduced vibration.

Key Features

The racket is designed for players who want more power without losing control. It combines a soft touch with structural firmness, accelerates the ball easily, and forgives off-center hits. Visually, it features updated geometry and vibrant accents.

Who Is It For

• Players seeking a balance of control and power.
• Suitable for amateur, intermediate, and progressing players.
• Ideal for versatile play with controlled acceleration and powerful finishing shots.

Advantages of Adidas Metalbone Team 2026

• Improved balance of power/control compared to previous generations.
• More comfortable and stable than carbon-based padel rackets.
• Enhanced geometry for cleaner, more accurate shots.
• Textured surface for stronger spin control.
• An accessible entry into the Metalbone line from Adidas padel rackets.

Comparison With Other Models

Model	Character	Stiffness	Power	Control	Key Differences
Metalbone Team 2026	Balanced power/control	Medium	High	High	Best compromise between power, control and comfort; more forgiving than HRD and more powerful than Adipower/Drive.
Metalbone HRD / 3K–12K carbon	Aggressive attack	High	Very high	Medium	Much stiffer, more powerful, harder to control.
Adipower / Drive	Control or balance	Medium	Moderate	High	Less power than Metalbone Team 2026; optimized for control or all-round play.
Metalbone Team 2024–2025	Comfort / power-control	Low–medium	Low–medium	High	2026 offers better stability with Low Poly design and an improved strap.

Overall, Metalbone Team 2026 sits between the stiffer power-focused padel rackets and the control-oriented models, delivering the most balanced mix of power, control and comfort within the Metalbone family.

Care & Recommendations

• Use a frame protector.
• Store in a thermal padel bag.
• Replace overgrips regularly.
• Use high-quality padel balls.
• Select weight and balance according to your style.
• Clean the surface to maintain spin performance.

Why Choose Adidas Metalbone Team 2026

This racket combines the comfort of fiberglass, the controlled rebound of EVA foam, and the structural stability of Adidas Metalbone technologies. It offers a controlled yet powerful game experience, more forgiveness than stiffer carbon padel rackets, and superior stability and maneuverability compared to previous Metalbone Team versions.