Metalbone Reserve 2026

Platform-created modelAdvancedPowerAggressiveSpecs verified

Shape: Diamond
Weight: 360–375 g
Balance: High
Feel: Medium

Best price

€269.90

Platform score 7.8/10

Second edition of the Reserve racket, developed with Ale Galán and Reserve Padel and sold online only. A 16K carbon face over a soft EVA core aims for controlled power and a stable, consistent response for competitive players. adidas lists a diamond oversize head, a listed weight of 360–375 g, balance Head heavy, a EVA Soft Performance core and a Carbon Aluminized 16K face.

Who is this racket for?

Best for: Advanced players who attack and finish points overhead.
Playing style: Power / Aggressive
Level: Advanced
Recommended for: Players who live at the net and generate their own racket speed.
Not ideal for: Beginners, or anyone who mostly defends from the back glass.

The diamond shape is clearest in the front view: the widest point sits up near the tip.

The balance point is shown in the edge view with the balance overlay.

Platform evaluation: our interpretation of the specs, not a manufacturer claim.

Platform scores

Overall platform score

7.8/10

Sample evaluation

Power9.0

Control7.1

Maneuverability5.8

Forgiveness5.6

Sweet spot5.7

Defence5.9

Attack9.2

These are Paladex's own evaluation scores (methodology v0.2 (sample)), not manufacturer-certified measurements. Scores are on the same 1–10 scale across the site.

Specifications

VerifiedBrand-listed specs from the official product page, collected 6 Oct 2026. Hardness, Surface finish, Frame material from allforpadel.com and Padel Nuestro (12 Oct 2026). Official product page

Brand: adidas
Model: Metalbone Reserve 2026
Collection: Ale Galán
Year: 2026
Shape: DiamondWidest high up near the tip, tapering in straight lines to the throat. The sweet spot sits high on the face. Maximum leverage for overheads and smashes. The smaller, higher sweet spot punishes off-centre hits, so it rewards good technique.
Weight: 360–375 gA mid-range weight that most adult players handle comfortably, balancing stability and speed.
Balance: High (head-heavy) · ≈ 272 mm (estimated)Where the weight is concentrated. Hits harder on smashes and volleys, but feels slower to swing and is more demanding on the shoulder and elbow. Higher balance generally favours power, lower balance usually improves maneuverability.
Thickness: 38 mmA full 38 mm profile (the regulation maximum) gives more stability and power.
Frame material: Carbon fibre
Face material: Carbon Aluminized 16K
Core: EVA Soft PerformanceA mix of comfort and precision that suits most intermediate players.
Surface: RoughGrips the ball for more spin on slices, kick serves and viboras.
Hardness: MediumA balanced core density.
Sweet spot: High on the faceDerived from the shape class. The 3D zone is an illustration, not a measurement.
Grip & handle: Standard handle with overgrip