Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.4 vs Nox At10 Genius 18K Alum By Agustin Tapia

“The Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 3.4 2025 carries the Metalbone name into round-head territory, pairing an EVA foam core with a carbon face to produce a surprisingly explosive option for intermediate players. Power at 92 is exceptional for this level, and smashes off the back glass come out fast and heavy. Control at 72 and comfort at 64 are the compromises: expect some arm feedback and be ready to work for placement. PRR score: 89/100.”

“Tapia's AT10 Genius 18K Alum is the rare frame that hits like an attacker's racket but doesn't fall apart when you defend. The 18K carbon face over a black EVA core gives a dense, springy strike: drives carry pace (power 88), yet the teardrop shape and even balance keep the head obedient on bandejas and blocks (control 84). It sits at the top of our table because it asks fewer sacrifices than a pure diamond. The compromises are familiar: comfort 70 means the stiffness reaches your elbow eventually, and tolerance 68 still wants near-middle contact.”

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