Adidas Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm Review
This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, 77th percentile spin (2134 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $209. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 5.44. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 58.4 MPH. Spin: 2134 RPM. Core: 13mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- Good spin generation at 2134 RPM (77th percentile)
- 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 5.44 (bottom 6%) 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: 58.4 MPH drive speed (top 7%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Metalbone LP Team (Blue EVA) 16mm
This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), crisp 13mm feel, 77th percentile spin (2134 RPM) — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated13mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
Twist Weight
5.44
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
58.4 MPH
Pop
38.1 MPH
Spin
2134 RPM
Balance
243mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 38.1 MPH — top 4% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2134 RPM (77th percentile)
- +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 5.44 (bottom 6%) 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
58.4 MPH drive speed (top 7%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 116 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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