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The Adidas Metalbone is a carbon paddle whose balance can be fine-tuned with four removable weight screws. Its Spin Blade-treated raw carbon face boosts spin performance.
| Item | Spec |
|---|---|
| Brands | Adidas |
| Price | $119.99–$199.99 (depending on model and period) |
| Core Material | Low-density polypropylene honeycomb (the 13 mm is a PMI-structure foam) |
| Face material | Raw carbon (Spin Blade treatment) |
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz (average 8.0 oz) / adjustable with removable screws totaling 10.4 g |
| Shape | 16.5″ × 7.5″ |
| Thickness | 16 mm / 14.5 mm / 13 mm foam |
| Handle length | 5.5″ |
With four screws of 2.6 g each (10.4 g total), you can adjust the weight distribution toward the head or the grip, dialing in your preferred swing weight.
The character splits by core: 16 mm is control, 14.5 mm is all-around, and the 13 mm foam is rebound-focused.
For intermediate-to-advanced players who want to dial in the feel with weight customization.
*The prices, specs, etc. in this article are information as of June 2026. For the latest information, please check each official site and retailer.
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