Weight: 7.8 - 8.2 (+2.75 oz) ounces
Handle Length: 5.5 in
Paddle Length: 16 1/2 in
Core Material: PMI
Surface Material: Carbon Fiber
Paddle Width: 7.5 in
Grip Size: 4 1/8 in *may vary up to 1/8"
Factory Grip: Perforated Cushion
Core Thickness: 13mm / .51in
The Adidas Metalbone paddle is a game-changer for high-level players who demand ultimate control and power on the pickleball court. With exclusive Adidas technology, this paddle allows you to fine-tune the weight and balance to suit your unique playing style.
Weight & Balance System:
The Metalbone features an innovative plate integrated into the core and edges of the paddle, allowing you to adjust the weight and balance with 2.6-gram steel screws. A special keychain with an Allen tip is included to easily remove or incorporate weights into the paddle. Designed to cater to the unique needs of pickleball players, this system allows you to modify the weight and balance of your paddle with an unprecedented level of precision. It's a breakthrough that lets you fine-tune your paddle to your exact playing style, ensuring you're always at the top of your game.
Whether you're a player who thrives on precise control or one who delivers thunderous power shots, the Weight & Balance System caters to your every need. Keeping the weights in place brings the paddle's balance closer to the handle, providing you with exceptional control and maneuverability. It's like having a paddle that dances to your every command, offering surgical precision for your shots.
But that's not all. Should you decide to remove the weights, the magic unfolds. The balance of the paddle shifts towards the top, giving you a remarkable boost in power. This configuration is a game-changer for those who need that extra firepower to make serves that sting and groundstrokes that sizzle.
Metalbone Technology:
This technology allows for the distribution of 4 screws, each weighing 2.6 grams, in the six available holes located on the sides of the paddle. The various combinations provide you with the ability to fine-tune your game. Leaving the weights in will bring the balance closer to the handle for control and maneuverability, while removing them shifts the balance to the top of the paddle, enhancing power shots.
Player Profile:
The Adidas Metalbone paddle is designed for the most demanding high-level players who want to customize their gaming experience like never before. Its 13mm thickness offers stiffness, ideal for accelerating the game, and the ATTK shape provides a high sweet spot for greater reach and power.
Technologies and Materials:
- C18 Carbon Fiber: This unique carbon fiber is worked in three planes with specific adjustments, offering an exceptional balance between power and comfort.
- PMI Foam: The high-strength, lightweight PMI structural foam core is resistant to high temperatures and provides rigidity for powerful shots.
- Monocoque: The one-piece construction includes a carbon frame, carbon fiber covering, rough texture, and a central core for added durability.
- Carbon Frame: The internal construction features a rigid carbon tubular frame that protects the core and provides structural rigidity.
- Spin Blade Max: Experience a maximum roughness texture that enhances your shots with spin, allowing for impressive effects in every play.
- Structural Reinforcement: Perimeter carbon reinforcement integrated from the bottom of the handle to the sides of the paddle creates torsional rigidity and durability.
- Extra Power Grip: Ideal for players using a two-handed backhand, this 5.5-inch extra-long grip shifts the mass toward the tip of the paddle, generating momentum and power in energetic shots.
- Comfort Grip: The EVA layer in the grip provides a padded and smooth feel with a perforated surface for a non-slip and secure grip, combining comfort and control.
The Adidas Metalbone paddle is a true game-changer for serious pickleball players, offering unprecedented customization options and cutting-edge technology to enhance your performance on the court. Elevate your game and unleash your full potential with the Adidas Metalbone.