adidas Metalbone Pro Edt 2026 Ale Galán

Name: adidas Metalbone Pro Edt 2026 Ale Galán
Brand: adidas
Availability: InStock

The short answer

A power racket: strong on smashes and volleys. Slower to swing and to react with. Made for advanced players.

Worked out from the published specs. No editorial review yet.

Strong at

Strong on smashes and volleys

Less strong at

Slower to swing
Harder to place precisely
Punishes off-centre hits

How it plays

7.5

padell.io score 7.5Play 7.9 (60%) and reviews 6.8 (40%). No independent reviews found yet, so that part starts low. How we score

Control4.0below average▼

Power9.0above average▲

Comfort5.5around average●

Handling3.0below average▼

Forgiveness4.0below average▼

Line = the average of all rackets ▲ above ▼ below

A power racket: strong on smashes and volleys. Slower to swing and to react with.

Specifications

ShapeDiamondSweet spot high in the face: power overhead, less forgiving

Weight345 to 360 gLight: quick in the hand, less mass behind the ball

BalanceHead-heavy according to the brandHead-heavy: more power overhead, slower to move

FaceCarbon Aluminized 16KStiff: precise and powerful at speed, less damping

CoreEva Soft PerformanceSoft: comfort and ball exit, less control at high speed

Thickness38 mmThe maximum the rules allow

HandleEXTRA POWER GRIP

FrameCarbon Fiber

Not published by the brand: head size, surface

Specs from the brand's own site · checked 23 September 2026 · Spotted a wrong spec? Tell us →

Video reviews

2 videos from independent channels and shops

What 2 video reviewers say

1 played it on court, 1 discusses the specs

Often mentioned

Plus points

Adjustable weight system2 of 2
Lots of power2 of 2

Minus points

No point comes up in 2 or more videos yet

Summaries by padell.io, based on what each reviewer says in the video. Tap a time to watch that moment.

Tested on court

The reviewer tests the limited edition diamond shaped racket featuring an aluminized 16k carbon face and an adjustable weight system. They find it delivers massive power on overhead shots alongside surprisingly good comfort and touch at the sweet spot. It suits advanced players looking for aggressive attacking capability.

Discusses the specs

The reviewer describes this racket as a powerful tool designed for aggressive players who want to dominate the net. It features an adjustable weight system and a stiff carbon surface to provide maximum power for smashes and volleys.

We started tracking this racket on 23 Sept. The chart appears after a week of prices.

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Questions before you buy

Is the Metalbone Pro Edt 2026 Ale Galán worth the money right now?

Today's price is labelled "Pricey today" compared with the rackets that play most alike. Which shops deliver, and what shipping costs, depends on your country. The price comparison shows it for yours.

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What is the closest alternative?

The adidas Metalbone 3.4 - Ale Galán plays most alike. Differences: power +1.0, forgiveness -1.0. Today: € 224.95.

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Who should not buy it?

Skip it if you rely on placement and long rallies (control 4.0/10), or if your elbow or shoulder complains (comfort 5.5/10), or if you are still learning: it is not very forgiving (4.0/10).

How heavy is it really?

The brand gives 345 to 360 g. That counts as light on our scale. Each racket can differ within that range.

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