Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026
Adidas' Metalbone Team Light 2026 is an ultralight round padel racket spanning 345–360 g with a head-light balance, soft EVA Performance core, and Spin Blade Gritt surface. A perfect 10/10 on both control and maneuverability — a rare double maximum — alongside 9/10 on ball exit and sweet spot defines this as the most technically precise frame in the 2026 Metalbone Team range.
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Who this racket is for
The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 targets advanced players with consolidated technique who want more performance without yet moving to a pure competition racket. Its round shape concentrates the sweet spot in the center of the face, increasing tolerance and favouring control. With a low balance, it gains maneuverability and quick response at the net. The soft hardness provides feel and helps ball exit for players with slower swing speed. With a weight of 345-360g, it sits among the lighter rackets on the market: easier to swing and less stressful on the elbow.
Pros
- ✓10/10 control — the maximum — achieved by the round shape centering the hitting zone with the head-light balance and soft EVA Performance core combining to deliver pinpoint directional accuracy on every placement shot
- ✓10/10 maneuverability — also the maximum — enabled by the 345–360 g weight at the lightest end of the advanced range paired with a head-light balance that minimizes swing inertia, allowing instant wrist-driven direction changes
- ✓9/10 ball exit from the soft EVA Performance core generates a lively elastic rebound that is notably higher than the 2025 Metalbone Team Light edition (8/10), adding pace to defensive and transitional shots
- ✓Spin Blade Gritt textured surface creates heavy friction across the round face, enabling pronounced topspin and slice that advanced players can layer over the 10/10 control precision
- ✓Medium-soft touch provides a comfortable, cushioned feel that is distinct from the medium touch of the previous generation — less vibration, more arm comfort during high-volume advanced training
Cons
- ✗Power is rated 7/10 — the ultralight weight and soft core deliberately sacrifice pace for the 10/10 control performance, making this unsuitable for advanced players who need overhead finishing pace
- ✗Medium-soft touch provides less feedback than medium or medium-hard alternatives — advanced players developing sensitive shot calibration may find the cushioned response insufficient
- ✗Head-light balance at 345–360 g reduces stability against hard incoming balls — fast, powerful drives can push the lightweight frame off line on reactive blocks
In the brand's lineup
Within Adidas's lineup, the Metalbone Team Light 2026 occupies the mid-range starting at €149.95, offering highly competitive value for its segment. Its overall score of 9.0/10 places it among the best control rackets we've reviewed.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 for?
The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 targets advanced players. It needs consolidated technique and is not recommended for beginners.
How much does the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 weigh?
The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 weighs 345-360g according to the manufacturer's stated specs.
What's the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026's PadelTestLab score?
The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 scores 9.0/10 in our review, based on power, control, ball exit, maneuverability and sweet spot.
How much does the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 cost?
Current price of the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 is 149.95€ – 201.67€, comparing 6 shops in our finder.