Metalbone CTRL
Metalbone CTRL 2026: round, even balance, 16K aluminised carbon and Soft Performance EVA with the same Weight & Balance kit.
- Round
- Professional
- Best forAdvanced control players who want Metalbone materials
- CategoryPadel Rackets
Overview
Metalbone CTRL 2026: round, even balance, 16K aluminised carbon and Soft Performance EVA with the same Weight & Balance kit.
Buy this if you want Metalbone materials in a round control mould. It is not the diamond 3.5.
- Official round Metalbone with centred sweet spot
- Same 16K + Weight & Balance as the diamond, Soft Performance EVA
- Even balance on the official sheet (not head-heavy)
At a glance
- Shape
- Round
- Minimum weight
- 345 g
- Maximum weight
- 371 g
- Balance
- Medium
- Core
- Soft Eva
- Face
- Carbon Aluminized 16K
- Thickness
- 38 mm
- Category
- Padel Rackets
- Best for
- Advanced control players who want Metalbone materials
How to think about this racket
What it is
Metalbone CTRL 2026 is the round Metalbone: even balance, 345–360 g + 0–11.2 g, 16K aluminised carbon, Soft Performance EVA, centre sweet spot.
Who it's for
Advanced players who want Metalbone construction without the diamond tip. Still a pro carbon.
How it plays
Official copy is precision and power with a round shape for control. Soft Performance EVA is the consistent output claim.
Power vs control
The control Metalbone. Diamond 3.5 / HRD+ are the attack pair.
Handling
Even balance plus optional plates. Extra Power Grip is still on the sheet.
Comfort
Soft Performance EVA, same family as Metalbone 3.5, round outline.
Sweet spot / forgiveness
Centre sweet spot on a round face is the CTRL story. Level is still PRO.
Materials
16K alum, Soft Performance EVA, Weight & Balance, Spin Blade Decal, Octagonal Structure.
Buy if
- You want the official Metalbone CTRL 2026: round, even balance, 16K and Soft Performance EVA.
- You already play at a high level and prefer a centred sweet spot.
Skip if
- You want diamond Metalbone 3.5 or HRD+.
- You need a beginner Match racket.
Not ideal for: Those looking for Players who want the diamond Metalbone smash. · Those looking for Still PRO level. · Those looking for Less smash inertia than the diamond Metalbone.
How it decides
- Power7.0
16K Metalbone stack on a round even-balance mould. Less tip mass than 3.5.
- Control8.8
Official CTRL / total-control positioning with a centre sweet spot.
- Forgiveness6.8
Round + centre sweet spot versus diamond Metalbone. Still PRO carbon.
- Maneuverability7.6
Even balance and 345–360 g base. Plates can add tip mass.
- Comfort7.4
Soft Performance EVA is specified.
- Stability8.2
Octagonal Structure and Power Groove remain on CTRL.
These are explainable buying attributes with source type, not laboratory measurements or a Kitletics overall score.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Official round Metalbone with centred sweet spot
- Same 16K + Weight & Balance as the diamond, Soft Performance EVA
- Even balance on the official sheet (not head-heavy)
Cons
- Still PRO level — not Match Light
- Less smash inertia than the diamond Metalbone
How it fits different uses
| Use case | Score |
|---|---|
Padel Control Official Metalbone control model. | 90 |
Padel Advanced PRO Metalbone construction. | 88 |
Padel Balanced 16K Metalbone with a usable round face. | 86 |
Padel Maximum Power Diamond Metalbone or HRD+ for smash-first play. | 56 |
Padel Beginner Match Light or RX, not CTRL. | 28 |
Specifications
- Shape
- Round
- Minimum weight
- 345g
- Maximum weight
- 371g
- Balance
- Medium
- Core
- Soft Eva
- Face
- Carbon Aluminized 16K
- Thickness
- 38mm
Shape & weight
| Shape | Round |
|---|---|
| Balance | Medium |
| Minimum weight | 345 g |
| Maximum weight | 371 g |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Sweet Spot | Medium |
Construction
| Frame material | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Face | Carbon Aluminized 16K |
| Face material | Carbon |
| Face carbon weave | 16K Alum |
| Core | Soft Eva |
| Manufacturer core | EVA Soft Performance |
| Surface texture | Rough |
| Feel | Not Published |
| Technologies | Weight & Balance System, Octagonal Structure, Low Poly, Extra Power Grip, Power Groove, Spin Blade Decal, Smart Holes Curve |
Positioning
| Player Level | Professional |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Positioning | Control / Customizable Metalbone |
Other
| Length | Not Published |
|---|---|
| Finish | Not Published |
Metalbone family
Newer: Metalbone HRD+ →
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- Verified specification
adidas official store (allforpadel.com) Metalbone CTRL 2026
Manufacturer specifications and positioning for Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026. Not a Kitletics lab measurement.
Verified 13 September 2026
- Editorial research
Kitletics padel racket research
Editorial synthesis of manufacturer specs and specialist range notes for Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026. Not first-hand testing.
Verified 13 September 2026
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