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Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 Padel Racket

4.95 out of 5 from 102 verified store reviews
Shape
Round
Weight
345–360 g
Level
Advanced
Style
Control
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How the Metalbone Team Light 2026 Padel Racket plays

The lightweight, control-first Metalbone. Round shape and soft fibreglass face for intermediate players who win through placement and quick handling.

The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 Padel Racket is a round padel racket weighing 345–360 g with a medium balance, a fibreglass face and an EVA Soft Performance core. It suits advanced players with a patient game built on placement, lobs and consistency from the back.

The Padel Market playing profile
LevelAdvanced
StyleControl
ShapeRound
PowerLow
ControlVery high
ComfortVery high
ManoeuvrabilityVery high

Our ratings are a buying guide based on each racket's build and how it plays, not lab measurements.

Weight345–360 g
BalanceMedium
FaceFibreglass
CoreEVA Soft Performance
FrameCarbon
Year2026

Pick it if

  • You build points from the back and value placement over pace
  • You want a soft, arm-friendly feel on every contact
  • You want quick hands at the net and an easy swing

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Description

The Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 takes the Metalbone family's design DNA and puts it into a lighter, control-first, round frame for intermediate players. The soft fibreglass face flexes for a smooth, forgiving ball exit and keeps the feel comfortable even when contact is not perfect. If you want Metalbone build quality in an easy, manoeuvrable, placement-focused racket, this is the one.

Parallel import notice: These goods are genuine. However, they have been imported without the approval or licence of the registered owner of the trade mark, and no guarantee or warranty in respect of these goods will be honoured or fulfilled by any official or licensed importer or distributor.

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Technology
Fibreglass faceA soft, flexible surface giving a forgiving feel and great ball exit, ideal for control-focused play.
EVA Soft Performance coreLow-density foam that delivers comfort, vibration absorption and easy depth on every shot.
Octagonal StructureAn eight-sided carbon tube frame that reduces torsion for more precise, stable strikes.
Low Poly designA polyhedral frame and core shape that adds rigidity and power without extra weight.
Extra Power Grip (EPG)A longer handle that adds leverage and inertia, giving you a little more power on your shots.
Spin Blade GrittA sandpaper-like textured surface that grips the ball for better spin and control.
Smart Holes CurveA hole layout that widens the sweet spot and improves forgiveness on off-centre contacts.
Adjustable rope cordNew for 2026, a padded, adjustable wrist strap for a more comfortable, secure grip.
Specifications
BrandAdidas
ModelAdidas Metalbone Team Light 2026
Model year2026
ShapeRound
Weight345–360 g
BalanceMedium
FaceFibreglass
Surface finishTextured
CoreEVA Soft Performance
FrameCarbon
Thickness38 mm
Player levelAdvanced
Play styleControl
ConditionNew
Manufacturer codeAR2CA3U42
Barcode (GTIN)8435739405864

Weights are nominal. Grips, overgrips and protectors add a few grams to any racket.

Questions players ask

Who is the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 for?

Advanced players with a patient game built on placement, lobs and consistency from the back. The round shape keeps the sweet spot low and wide, so it forgives off-centre contact.

Is the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 good for beginners?

No. It is built for experienced players and asks for clean technique. Beginners will progress faster with a round, forgiving racket. See rackets by level.

How heavy is the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026?

The nominal weight is 345–360 g and the balance is medium.

What is the Adidas Metalbone Team Light 2026 made of?

It has a fibreglass face, an EVA Soft Performance core and a carbon frame.

How fast is delivery in South Africa?

Orders are dispatched within 1 business day of payment and arrive in 1 to 3 working days with The Courier Guy or PUDO. Delivery is free on orders over R2000.

Shipping information
  • Free delivery on orders over R2000
  • Dispatched within 1 business day of payment
  • Delivered in 1 to 3 working days by The Courier Guy or PUDO
  • Tracking sent by email or SMS once dispatched

Questions? WhatsApp us on 078 682 5432.

Warranty

Covered against genuine manufacturing defects, up to the amount paid. Impact damage, misuse and normal wear such as grip wear or surface scratches are not covered.

Warranty claims are handled by The Padel Market, not by Adidas's official or licensed South African importers or distributors. WhatsApp us on 078 682 5432 and we will take care of it.

Why buy from The Padel Market
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Control
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Comfort
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