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Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm vs Engage Pursuit Pro 1 6.0-Light 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm
Engage Pursuit Pro 1 6.0-Light 16mm
Price
$229
$259.99
Swing Weight
115
115
Twist Weight
5.5
5.75
Weight
8.2 oz
7.7 oz
Core
13mm
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Power
58 MPH
57.7 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
36.1 MPH
Spin
2232 RPM
2207 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Balance
236mm
237mm
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
Engage Pursuit Pro 1 6.0-Light 16mm
This paddle delivers 84th percentile power (57.7 MPH), 89th percentile spin (2207 RPM), spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.7 MPH (84th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Outstanding spin at 2207 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Lightweight at 7.7 oz (bottom 4%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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