Adidas Metalbone EVA 16mm (red no weights) Review

This paddle delivers top 10% power (58.2 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.

Price: $249. Swing weight: 124. Twist weight: 5.63. Weight: 8.3 oz. Power: 58.2 MPH. Spin: 2085 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.

Pros

• Elite power — 58.2 MPH puts it in the top 10% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
• Exceptional pop at 37.6 MPH — top 8% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
• Good spin generation at 2085 RPM (66th percentile)
• Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
• Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

• Low stability — twist weight of 5.63 (11th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
• Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) 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 Players: Firepower Elite tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
• Power Players: 58.2 MPH drive speed (top 10%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
• Singles Players: Swing weight of 124 (top 7%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
• Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 124 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis