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Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm vs Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm
Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
Price
$229
$209
Swing Weight
115
116
Twist Weight
5.5
5.44
Weight
8.2 oz
8 oz
Core
13mm
13mm
Power
58 MPH
58.4 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
38.1 MPH
Spin
2232 RPM
2134 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
236mm
243mm
Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, top 10% spin (2232 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2232 RPM — top 10% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.5 (bottom 8%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, 77th percentile spin (2134 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2134 RPM (77th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.44 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Power PlayersTennis Converts
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