ADIDAS · 2026
Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan
specs and who it suits
The Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan is a diamond padel racket with a medium-hard-feel High Memory EVA core, weighing 345 to 360 g with high balance. It plays as a power racket and lists at €390 RRP. Our match engine rates it best for advanced attackers, at 87 out of 98.
- Diamond
- 345 to 360 g
- High balance
- €390 RRP
- 2026 season
WHO IT SUITS
Who the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan
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 | - | Not recommended: diamond shape | - |
| Intermediate all-rounder | 77 | Poor fit | #1089 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, left side | 81 | Workable | #544 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, right side | 74 | Poor fit | #994 of 1214 |
| Advanced attacker | 87 | Good fit | #96 of 1214 |
| Elbow or arm trouble | 61 | Poor fit | #1009 of 1165 |
SPECIFICATIONS
Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan
specs
Manufacturer specifications. Price is the euro RRP; UK street prices are usually lower.
| Spec | Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan |
|---|---|
| Shape | Diamond |
| Weight | 345 to 360 g |
| Balance | High |
| Core | High Memory EVA (medium-hard) |
| Feel | Medium-Hard |
| Face | 16K aluminized carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber |
| Playing style | Power |
| Season | 2026 |
| RRP | €390 (pro band) |
OUR READING
What the specs
mean on court
On the numbers, the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan makes most sense for advanced attackers. It is a weaker choice for beginners, intermediate all-rounders, intermediate right-side players and players with elbow or arm trouble.
A diamond head moves mass towards the tip. The smash and the vibora get easier; defending low balls and volleying off centre get harder. The harder core rewards a fast, clean swing with pace and precision, and punishes late contact.
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
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to the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan
The closest current rackets in our catalogue by shape, feel, weight, price and how they play.
| Racket | Shape | Weight | Feel | RRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adidas Metalbone 3.4 HRD+ 2025 | Diamond | 345 to 360 g | Medium-Hard | - |
| Drop Shot Canyon Pro Attack 2.0 2026 | Diamond | 350 to 370 g | Medium-Hard | €340 |
| Siux Fenix Pro Black 2026 Leo Ausburger | Diamond | 355 to 375 g | Hard | €350 |
| Star Vie Triton Power 2026 Plus | Diamond | 350 to 365 g | Hard | €296 |
| Adidas Cross It 3.4 2025 | Diamond | 360 to 375 g | Medium-Hard | €350 |
| Nox AT10 Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 | Diamond | 360 to 375 g | Medium-Hard | €360 |
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FAQ
Questions about the
Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan
Is the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan good for beginners?
No. Its diamond shape rules it out for a first racket in our engine. A round, soft racket forgives far more while your timing develops; see our beginner racket guide.
Is the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan a power or a control racket?
It plays as a power racket. The diamond shape and high balance put the sweet spot high on the face, which adds power on the smash.
How heavy is the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan?
The manufacturer lists it at 345 to 360 g. Most padel rackets sit between 350 and 375 g; this one is on the light side, quick at the net and easier on the arm.
Is the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan good for tennis elbow?
For a player with arm trouble it scores 61 out of 98, poor fit. A softer core would absorb more of the impact. See a physio if the pain persists.
How much does the Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026 - Ale Galan cost?
The recommended retail price is €390. UK shops usually sell below RRP, and the price drops further once the next season's model arrives.
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