Is Adidas Metalbone W Team Ideal for a 19-Year-Old?

Goldenpoint

Would you recommend it for a 19 year-old lad who started padel earlier this year and now plays 3-5 times weekly, recently venturing into tournaments? Initially eyeing the Metalbone, but feedback suggested it might be a tad challenging. I'm leaning towards something lighter and a touch softer. Snagged a sweet Black Friday deal on this one weighing around 360 grams

ilovepadel

Goldenpoint At 19 with rapid improvement playing that frequently, the Bela Team's flexibility will benefit developing technical skills for the next couple years without overpowering. Lighter weight also prevents injury risk as you add strength. It aligns well with your descriptive needs for controlled power suitable to keep competing. Congrats on the tournament play! Enjoy the new racket.

Padelchamp

It's bit heavy for a beginner but should be fine if he plays padel regularly. He can get used to it and eventually master the racket before the venturing into tournaments. Good luck to the player :-)

padelfan

Well, At 19 and playing frequently, you could handle the Adidas Metalbone W Team, but it may be on the stiff side. For your age and skill level, I'd likely recommend something a bit more forgiving and maneuverable, like the Wilson Bela or Bullitt Cortador.

Both are lighter around 340-350g and have softer compounds to reduce arm fatigue. But if you like the controlled feel and can swing the Metalbone well, it could work too.

nomansland

At 19 playing frequently, the Metalbone may be stiff for you. I'd likely recommend something more forgiving like the Wilson Bela or Head Speed Motion around 300-370g. Their softer compounds will reduce arm fatigue.

But if you like the controlled response of the Metalbone and can swing it well, it could work too. I suggest trying some demos first before deciding. Focus on a racket to support your continued development rather than maximize power right now.