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Adidas Metalbone 16 (Polypropylene) 16mm vs Proton Series One-Type B 15mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone 16 (Polypropylene) 16mm
Proton Series One-Type B 15mm
Price
$249
$280
Swing Weight
129
130
Twist Weight
6.29
6.55
Weight
8.6 oz
8.8 oz
Core
13mm
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Power
58.1 MPH
57.4 MPH
Pop
36.6 MPH
34.9 MPH
Spin
2183 RPM
2336 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Balance
248mm
243mm
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
Proton Series One-Type B 15mm
This paddle delivers 80th percentile power (57.4 MPH), top 3% spin (2336 RPM) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (80th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Outstanding spin at 2336 RPM — top 3% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Heavy swing weight of 130 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
Cons
- −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (12th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 130 (top 1%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
- −On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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