ADIDAS · 2026
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
specs and who it suits
The Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 is a round padel racket with a medium-soft-feel EVA Soft Performance core, weighing 360 to 375 g with medium balance. It plays as a control racket and lists at €260 RRP. Our match engine rates it best for intermediate all-rounders, at 92 out of 98.
- Round
- 360 to 375 g
- Medium balance
- €260 RRP
- 2026 season
WHO IT SUITS
Who the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
is right for
Our match engine scores every racket for six player types, the same engine as the AI racket finder. 98 is the ceiling. The rank is its position among all rackets for that player.
| Player | Score /98 | Verdict | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 77 | Good fit | #90 of 862 |
| Intermediate all-rounder | 92 | Excellent fit | #4 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, left side | 81 | Workable | #544 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, right side | 91 | Excellent fit | #6 of 1214 |
| Advanced attacker | 77 | Poor fit | #611 of 1214 |
| Elbow or arm trouble | 87 | Excellent fit | #39 of 1165 |
SPECIFICATIONS
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
specs
Manufacturer specifications. Price is the euro RRP; UK street prices are usually lower.
| Spec | Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 |
|---|---|
| Shape | Round |
| Weight | 360 to 375 g |
| Balance | Medium |
| Core | EVA Soft Performance |
| Feel | Medium-Soft |
| Face | 6K Carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber |
| Playing style | Control |
| Season | 2026 |
| RRP | €260 (premium band) |
OUR READING
What the specs
mean on court
On the numbers, the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 makes most sense for intermediate all-rounders, intermediate right-side players, players with elbow or arm trouble and beginners. It is a weaker choice for advanced attackers.
A round head keeps the sweet spot big and central. Mishits stay in play, and placement is easy; you supply the power on the smash yourself. The softer core holds the ball longer and gives easy depth at slow swing speeds, at the cost of some precision on hard hits.
These scores assume the answers of a typical player of each type. The free racket finder scores it for your own answers, and the Padel AI app goes further: film one match and it scores your real technique, then re-ranks all 1,418 rackets for the way you actually play. Compare the rest of the range on our Adidas rackets page.
ALTERNATIVES
Rackets similar
to the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
The closest current rackets in our catalogue by shape, feel, weight, price and how they play.
| Racket | Shape | Weight | Feel | RRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 3.4 2025 | Round | 360 to 375 g | Medium-Soft | €260 |
| Adidas Cross It Carbon CTRL 3.4 2025 | Round | 360 to 375 g | Medium | €280 |
| Adidas Cross IT Carbon CTRL 2026 | Round | 360 to 375 g | Medium | €280 |
| Drop Shot Axion Control 1.0 2025 | Round | 365 to 385 g | Medium | €250 |
| Black Crown Piton White Soft 2026 | Round | 355 to 370 g | Medium-Soft | €180 |
| Royal Padel M27 Poly 2026 | Round | 360 to 380 g | Medium-Soft | €350 |
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FAQ
Questions about the
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
Is the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 good for beginners?
It scores 77 out of 98 for a beginner in our match engine, which is good fit, ranking #90 of 862 eligible rackets. It is a sensible first racket.
Is the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 a power or a control racket?
It plays as a control racket. The round shape and medium balance keep the sweet spot low and central, which favours control and forgiveness.
How heavy is the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026?
The manufacturer lists it at 360 to 375 g. Most padel rackets sit between 350 and 375 g; this one is in the middle of that range.
Is the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 good for tennis elbow?
For a player with arm trouble it scores 87 out of 98, excellent fit. The softer core absorbs more of the impact. See a physio if the pain persists.
How much does the Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026 cost?
The recommended retail price is €260. UK shops usually sell below RRP, and the price drops further once the next season's model arrives.
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