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Adidas Metalbone 16 (Polypropylene) 16mm vs Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone 16 (Polypropylene) 16mm
Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm
Price
$249
$249
Swing Weight
129
126
Twist Weight
6.29
5.75
Weight
8.6 oz
8.7 oz
Core
13mm
13mm
Power
58.1 MPH
59.3 MPH
Pop
36.6 MPH
38.3 MPH
Spin
2183 RPM
2107 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
248mm
244mm
Adidas Metalbone 16 (Polypropylene) 16mm
This paddle delivers 89th percentile power (58.1 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, 85th percentile spin (2183 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.1 MPH puts it in the 89th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2183 RPM — 85th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Heavy swing weight of 129 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 129 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
- −On the heavy side at 8.6 oz (top 3%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
Adidas Metalbone LP S (Red EVA) 16mm
This paddle delivers top 3% power (59.3 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 59.3 MPH puts it in the top 3% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.3 MPH — top 2% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2107 RPM (70th percentile)
- +Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
- −On the heavy side at 8.7 oz (top 2%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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