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Adidas Adipower Junior 3.4 2025

Score8.4/10

Adidas' Adipower Junior 3.4 is a round control padel racket built specifically for children and teenagers, weighing just 310–330 g with an even balance. A 10/10 maneuverability score and soft EVA Performance core make it the easiest-handling entry in the Adipower junior lineup.

Adidas Adipower Junior 3.4 2025

Description

Brand
Adidas
Level
intermediate
Style
control
Shape
round
Balance
even
Hardness
soft
Weight
310-330g
Season
2025

Score

Power
6/10
Control
9/10
Ball exit
8/10
Maneuverability
10/10
Sweet spot
9/10

Pros

  • 310–330 g weight range is among the lightest in the Adipower family, earning a 10/10 maneuverability score that lets children swing freely and change direction without effort
  • Round frame with an even balance achieves 9/10 on both control and sweet spot, giving juniors a generous, forgiving hitting zone that rewards developing stroke mechanics
  • Soft EVA Performance core cushions impact and scores 8/10 on ball exit — elastic enough to return pace on soft swings without requiring adult-level force
  • Fiberglass faces keep the overall construction flexible and arm-friendly, reducing the vibration that harder carbon faces would transmit to small wrists
  • Structural perimeter reinforcements increase frame durability, extending the racket's service life through the heavy contact and floor drops that are common in junior practice

Cons

  • Power is rated 6/10 — the lowest in the spec sheet — by design: the 310–330 g weight and soft core prioritize ease of use over pace generation
  • Even balance at junior weight levels provides minimal stability against strong incoming balls from adult opponents or advanced peers
  • The 310–330 g range and junior sizing make this unsuitable for adult players, even those seeking a lighter frame