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Pro-Level Power. Customisable Balance. Complete Kit Included.

This Pre-Owned Adidas Metalbone 3.5 2026 is one of the most sought-after padel rackets in the world — Alejandro Galán's personal signature model, built for explosive power, precision, and complete performance customisation. Used briefly and in good condition, it comes with a brand new Adidas grip, Adidas racket protector, and the complete Weight & Balance System accessories — all weights, plates, washers, screws, and the Allen key included. This is as complete a pre-owned Metalbone package as you will find in South Africa.

Condition Details

• Condition: Good
• Usage: Used briefly
• Grip: Brand new Adidas grip fitted
• Racket Protector: Adidas protector fitted
• Accessories: All original Weight & Balance System accessories included — plates, washers, screws, Allen key
• Structural Integrity: Fully intact — no cracks or performance-affecting damage

This racket has been inspected and approved for resale by The Padel Market.

About the Adidas Metalbone 3.5 2026

The Metalbone is Adidas' flagship padel racket and one of the most iconic frames in the sport — the racket that Alejandro Galán, multiple-time World No.1, uses to dominate at the highest level of professional padel. The 3.5 2026 edition raises the bar further with Carbon Aluminized 16K faces, an upgraded Octagonal frame structure, Low Poly reinforcement design, and the most sophisticated weight customisation system on the consumer market. This is a pro-level attacking racket, and this pre-owned unit gives you access to it at a fraction of the new price.

Designed for the elite attacker

The Metalbone 3.5 2026 is built for one purpose: to finish points. Its diamond shape and head-heavy balance concentrate maximum swing mass at the top of the frame, loading every overhead and smash with explosive leverage. The Carbon Aluminized 16K face is stiffer and more responsive than standard carbon — delivering direct, powerful ball output on fast contacts with no energy lost to flex. The extended Extra Power Grip handle increases inertia on every swing, giving you extra leverage on overheads and two-handed shots. When you hit clean — and at this level you always do — the Metalbone responds with everything you put into it.

Adidas Metalbone technologies

• Carbon Aluminized 16K face — a premium aluminised 16K carbon weave that delivers exceptional stiffness, explosive energy transfer, and a direct, powerful feel on every contact. Among the stiffest and most responsive face materials in the 2026 padel market.
• Weight & Balance System — Adidas' signature customisation system. Two weight plates (1.8g each) can be installed in the upper or lower frame zones, with additional washers (0.6g) and screws (1.3g) for finer tuning. Total customisation range: 0 to +11.2g above base weight. Shift balance toward the head for maximum smash power; shift toward the grip for more maneuverability and control; remove all weights for the lightest, fastest setup. All accessories included with this listing.
• Octagonal Structure — an eight-sided tubular frame cross-section that provides significantly greater torsional rigidity than a round tube, improving stability on off-centre contacts and delivering more consistent power transfer on every shot.
• Low Poly design — a polyhedral frame and core geometry exclusive to the Metalbone range that increases rigidity and power output through the structural shape of the frame itself, not just material thickness.
• Soft Performance EVA core — a low-density EVA foam that provides comfort and consistent ball output across all contact types. Makes the racket accessible across a wider range of swings than a purely hard core, while still delivering the explosive response expected of a premium diamond frame.
• Extra Power Grip (EPG) — an extended handle length that increases the distance between the bottom of the grip and the top of the head, boosting inertia and leverage on power shots — especially effective on two-handed backhands and long overhead approaches.
• Spin Blade Decal — a textured, embossed 3D surface treatment on the carbon face that grips the ball and generates heavy spin on vibroras, slice bandejas, kick smashes, and topspin drives.
• Smart Holes Curve — a curved hole arrangement specifically designed to favour spin generation and optimise airflow through the face, improving ball behaviour on spin-heavy shots.
• Power Groove — a structural groove integrated into the frame rail that strengthens the frame for explosive power output and improved durability under high-impact play.
• Structural Reinforcement — perimeter frame reinforcements that resist torsional flex under aggressive play, keeping the frame stable and shots consistent even during the most demanding exchanges.

Understanding the Weight & Balance System — what's included

The Weight & Balance System is what makes the Metalbone unique in its price category. This listing includes all original accessories:

• 2 × weight plates (1.8g each) — mount in upper or lower frame zones
• 4 × washers (0.6g each) — finer weight increments
• 4 × screws (1.3g each) — secure the plates in position
• 1 × Allen key keychain — to add or remove weights between sessions

Configure the racket to your preference: remove all weights for a 345–360g agile setup; add plates to the upper zone for maximum smash power; add plates near the grip to lower the balance and improve control. No tools beyond the included Allen key required.

Why buy this pre-owned racket?

The Adidas Metalbone 3.5 2026 retails new at a premium price point — it is Adidas' flagship pro racket and one of the most expensive consumer padel frames available. This pre-owned unit has been used briefly, is in good condition, and comes completely equipped: brand new grip, protector, and the full Weight & Balance System accessories. For an advanced SA player wanting Ale Galán's pro racket without paying full price — with nothing missing from the original kit — this is the best-value Metalbone available in South Africa right now. Available for immediate nationwide delivery from The Padel Market.

Who is this racket for?

The Metalbone 3.5 2026 is for advanced to expert players who attack confidently, smash cleanly, and want the ability to fine-tune their racket to suit conditions. It rewards left-side net dominance, overhead finishing, and aggressive point-ending — and the Weight & Balance System means you can adapt the feel to your exact preference rather than being locked into a single setup.

Racket specifications

• Shape: Diamond
• Base weight: 345–360 g
• Max weight (with plates): up to 371.2 g
• Balance: Head-heavy (adjustable via WBS)
• Length: 455 mm
• Profile: 38 mm
• Surface: 485 cm²
• Face: Carbon Aluminized 16K
• Core: Soft Performance EVA
• Level: Advanced / Pro
• Play style: Power / Offensive
• Player series: Alejandro Galán signature

Why buy pre-owned from The Padel Market?

• All used rackets are inspected before sale
• Honest, detailed condition descriptions
• Premium rackets at significantly reduced prices
• Complete accessories included — nothing missing
• Trusted South African padel specialists
• Fast nationwide delivery

Shop with confidence

At The Padel Market, we offer both new and pre-owned padel gear for South Africa. Secure checkout, expert support, and fast nationwide delivery. Get Ale Galán's signature pro racket at the right price.