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Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3
The Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 is the harder variant of Metalbone 3.3: a diamond with High Memory EVA concentrating power at high swing speed. Power 9 and smash 9 for the expert attacker.
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Explosive • Control focused • Agile
The Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 is the harder, more demanding variant in the Metalbone 3.3 line. The same Carbon Aluminized geometry as standard, but with a High Memory EVA core concentrating power at high swing speed. Power 9/10, sweetspot 6/10, for the expert centring every shot.
Diamond shape, 345-360g (with Weight & Balance System up to ~368g), head-heavy balance. Carbon Aluminized face, High Memory EVA core (hard), octagonal carbon frame.
Performance scores in the comparison below are based on PADEL CHAPTER assessments.
Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 vs standard Metalbone 3.3 vs Metalbone 3.4:
| Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 | Metalbone 3.3 | Metalbone 3.4 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | High Memory EVA (hard) | EVA Soft Performance (soft) | EVA Soft Performance (soft) |
| Power | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Sweetspot | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Comfort | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Price | €255 (sold out) | See retailer | €240 |
The difference lies entirely in the core. High Memory EVA concentrates energy at high impact: the ball leaves harder if swing speed is high enough. Below that threshold, the core returns little.
Technologies:
- High Memory EVA, hard core for concentrated power at high swing speed
- Carbon Aluminized, aluminium-coated carbon face for spin
- Weight & Balance System, 6 removable screws (+12g adjustable)
- Smart Holes Curve, frame openings for air-resistance distribution
- Octagonal Structure, eight-sided frame for stiffness
is the only available independent source for this racket. Power is 9/10: High Memory EVA only delivers it at sufficiently high swing speed; on a slow swing it responds flatter than scores suggest.
Sweetspot is 6/10, the most distinctive catalogue score. The finding is clear: the contact zone is noticeably smaller than standard Metalbone. Off-centre hits are reflected rather than absorbed. A technical racket for consistent central contact.
Spin is 5/10 (standardised topspin). Carbon Aluminized scores well on surface texture, but standardised protocols measure actual spin transfer on a standard stroke rather than surface potential. Qualitatively, Carbon Aluminized has the same spin potential as standard Metalbone 3.3.
Comfort is 6/10. The hard core cushions less than soft alternatives. Players sensitive to hard contact or vibrations should account for this; standard Metalbone 3.3 or Metalbone 3.4 are better choices.
Defence is 5/10. Head-heavy weight and the hard core make fast transitions at the net difficult. Built for the attacker, not the defender.
HRD+ has a hard core (High Memory EVA) for more power at high swing speed. Standard 3.3 has a soft core (EVA Soft Performance) for more comfort and a larger sweetspot. HRD+ is more technical; standard is more forgiving.
For experienced to expert players who attack and consistently hit the racket centre. Players with arm problems or less consistent technique are better off with standard Metalbone or Metalbone 3.4.
Availability is currently limited. The direct successor in the HRD+ line is Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026, available for €340.
Advantages
Power 9/10 at high swing speed through High Memory EVA
Carbon Aluminized for maximum spin potential
Weight & Balance System, 12g adjustable for personal balance preference
Offensive diamond at the highest level
Considerations
Sweetspot 6/10, small contact zone, penalises off-centre hits
Comfort 6/10, hard core gives less cushioning feel
Forgiveness 5/10, only for consistent technique
Sold out on the reference date
What you will notice as a player
The smash gets plenty of easy power; you do not need a full follow-through to put the ball away.
A balanced racket that responds predictably in most situations.
Off-center contact is penalized: hitting just outside the sweet spot loses power and control.
In long matches you feel more in your arm; the core offers little cushioning, so the load builds up.
The racket offers little help in defense; returning balls off the glass takes considerable effort.
At the net you react a little more slowly: the weight sits forward, so quick adjustments take more effort.
Which shots are affected most?
| Situation | What will you notice? |
|---|---|
| Defense | Little help: you must guide balls off the glass and keep them deep yourself. |
| Volley | Comfortable and stable; aiming is easy and you keep the ball low. |
| Bandeja | Easy to control: the ball stays reasonably low and predictable. |
| Vibora | Very explosive: plenty of speed and bite, a natural shot for this racket. |
| Smash | Its strongest point: maximum power with little effort, sending the ball away like a rocket. |
| Block | The forward weight makes quick blocks more demanding than with an agile racket. |
| Off-center ball | Unforgiving: outside the sweet spot, both speed and accuracy drop noticeably. |
Well suited to
Less suited to
This racket is likely to suit you if you…
want more power and strength in your smash
like to play an attacking, explosive game
want more precision and a direct feel
This racket may disappoint if you…
often have to play from defense
have a sensitive arm
expect plenty of help from the racket
You will probably appreciate this racket if you…
- •want to finish points with power from the back of the court;
- •value an explosive smash and vibora more than comfort;
- •want a balanced racket that handles every shot;
You may run into limitations if you…
- •do not consistently hit the sweet spot yet: the small margin penalizes errors heavily;
- •are sensitive to arm or elbow discomfort;
- •defend often and want help from the face;
- •value quick hands at the net more than power;
| Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.3 | Adidas Metalbone 3.3 | Adidas Metalbone 3.4 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | High Memory EVA (hard) | EVA Soft Performance (soft) | EVA Soft Performance (soft) |
| Power | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Sweetspot | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Comfort | 6/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Price | €255 (sold out) | See retailer | €240 |
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