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Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm vs ProXR Zane Signature Carbon 13mm 2024
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm
ProXR Zane Signature Carbon 13mm 2024
Price
$229
$209.99
Swing Weight
115
116
Twist Weight
5.5
5.6
Weight
8.2 oz
8.2 oz
Core
13mm
13mm
Power
58 MPH
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Pop
36.9 MPH
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Spin
2232 RPM
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Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
236mm
235mm
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
ProXR Zane Signature Carbon 13mm 2024
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +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 5.6 (11th percentile) 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
Tennis Converts
Code: PBSTUDIO — $20 off
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