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Adidas Metalbone LP 16mm vs Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Adidas Metalbone LP 16mm
Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)
Price
$249.99
$249
Swing Weight
120
116
Twist Weight
5.42
5.26
Weight
7.8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
54.2 MPH
Pop
—
35.4 MPH
Spin
1995 RPM
2086 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 2
Balance
246mm
241mm

Adidas Metalbone LP 16mm

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 120 (81th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.42 (bottom 5%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Singles PlayersPlayers with Arm IssuesTennis Converts
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
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Adidas Metalbone PP 16mm (no weights)

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2086 RPM (66th percentile)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.2 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.26 (bottom 3%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Tennis Converts
Buy at Official StoreAlso on Amazon
Code: PBEFFECT
Full details

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