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Adidas

Metalbone Team 2026

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Our Verdict

The sweet spot of the Metalbone range — advanced enough to grow into, accessible enough to play with now. The rough fibreglass face generates impressive spin, and the Soft Performance EVA core keeps it comfortable despite the diamond shape.

Adidas

Metalbone Team 2026

The sweet spot of the Metalbone range — advanced enough to grow into, accessible enough to play with now. The rough fibreglass face generates impressive spin, and the Soft Performance EVA core keeps it comfortable despite the diamond shape.

Diamond360–375gHigh BalancePower
Pros
  • Excellent balance of power and control
  • Rough face for strong spin generation
  • Premium build at a mid-range price
Cons
  • Diamond shape less forgiving on mishits

About This Racket

The Face

The Fibreglass (rough) weave is what sets this apart from standard carbon rackets. The face snaps back faster on contact, translating to more ball speed on volleys and a crisper feel on flat shots.

The Core

Adidas's Soft Performance EVA strikes a balance between power and comfort. Firmer than soft EVA found in beginner rackets for better energy return, but not so stiff that it jars your arm.

The Shape & Balance

Diamond with a high balance point at around 275mm. Aggressive shape that maximises power on smashes and overhead shots.

Who Buys This

Ambitious intermediate players ready for a serious racket. If you play twice a week and want something that will take you to advanced level, this is it.

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Our Verdict

The sweet spot of the Metalbone range — advanced enough to grow into, accessible enough to play with now. The rough fibreglass face generates impressive spin, and the Soft Performance EVA core keeps it comfortable despite the diamond shape.

ShapeDiamond
Weight360–375g
BalanceHigh
FrameCarbon Fibre
FaceFibreglass (rough)
CoreSoft Performance EVA
Thickness38mm