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Adidas Metalbone LP 16mm vs Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Adidas Metalbone LP 16mm
Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm
Price
$249.99
$274.99
Swing Weight
120
123
Twist Weight
5.42
5.43
Weight
7.8 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
58.4 MPH
Pop
—
36.3 MPH
Spin
1995 RPM
1983 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 3/Edgeless
Balance
246mm
256mm
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
Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm
This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) 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
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.43 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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