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Adidas · 2026
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 review
A round padel racket for control players and beginners, with a medium-soft feel and a weight of 360–375 g. Used by Ale Galán. Predictable sweet spot
Catalogue rating8.6/10
Editorial scores out of 10 from the catalogue source.
At a glance
- Season
- 2026
- Shape
- Round
- Weight
- 360 - 375 gr
- Touch
- Medium-Soft
- Core
- EVA Soft Performance
- Faces
- 6K Carbon
- Frame
- Carbon fiber
Strengths and tradeoffs
Strengths
- Predictable sweet spot
- Comfortable soft ball exit
- Stable volleys and blocks
Tradeoffs
- Limited top-end smash power
- Modest spin and bite
- Less explosive overhead finish
More from the catalogue review
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 padel racket review: control-first round shape, soft feel, high maneuverability, and measured ball output.
Rebound: 9.7/10
Sweet spot: 8.4/10
