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The adidas Metalbone 2026 Padel Racket is not only the signature model of Spanish star Alejandro Galan, but it is also one of the most powerful rackets we carry from adidas. Unique to adidas' Metalbone construction is the ability to fully modulate the racket to your individual needs. The racket's base weight ranges from 345 to 360 grams, but can be modified with the custom weight plates that add up to 5.6 grams apiece on each section of attachment. The Metalbone rackets all come with custom weight plates that are made up of weighted plates, washers, and screws that users can add to their racket at various points to make them more powerful (weight at top) or more maneuverable (weight at bottom sides). Around the perimeter of the racket is adidas' Power Groove, which increases structural rigidity around the perimeter of the racket, making heavy shots feel even more powerful.
Additionally, adidas has markedly increased the length of their handle with their Extra Power Grip, which adds more leverage and reach for length-based power. The hitting surface is made from an Aluminised 16K Carbon, which is a good best-of-both-worlds approach between a more harsh and higher K-count carbon, and a lower, more flexible K-count makeup. To help with spin production, the Spin Blade Decals grip the ball easily and consistently for cutting under, over, or across your shots. Elsewhere, the Soft Performance rubber inside the racket is made from a low density EVA that boosts comfort substantially, helping to make these diamond rackets much more accessible. Our more powerful players at Padel Warehouse have enjoyed how the Metalbone 2026 plays, and once dialing in their exact preferences with the custom weights, the racket really began to shine. Though demanding initially, the Metalbone 2026 has proved to be a reliable racket with a huge power upside.
