Adidas Metalbone 14.5 (Polypropylene) 14mm Review
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, top 10% spin (2232 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $229. Swing weight: 115. Twist weight: 5.5. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 58 MPH. Spin: 2232 RPM. Core: 13mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
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 1987)
- 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 Players: 58 MPH drive speed (87th percentile) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
- Spin-Heavy Players: 2232 RPM (top 10%) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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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.
Elongated13mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
115
Twist Weight
5.5
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
58 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
Spin
2232 RPM
Balance
236mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.125"
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 1987)
- +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 Players
58 MPH drive speed (87th percentile) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
Spin-Heavy Players
2232 RPM (top 10%) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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