Adidas Drive Black 2026
$159.95
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Adidas Drive Black 2026
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VP-RKT-ADI-022
$159.95
Pairs well with
A genuinely good first racket, which is rarer than it should be. The Drive has a 519 cm² face — significantly larger than the 485 cm² on adidas's pro frames — so there is simply more racket in the way of the ball.
Round shape, even balance, soft core. Everything about it is arranged to make the ball go over the net while you work out what you're doing. It is not a racket you'll keep forever, and at this price it doesn't need to be.
Specifications
| Level | Beginner |
| Play style | Control |
| Shape | Round |
| Balance | Even |
| Weight | 360–375 g |
| Surface area | 519 cm² (oversize) |
| Core | Soft Performance EVA |
| Length | 455 mm |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
Buy this if you're new to padel, or buying for someone who is. Pair it with a tube of balls and you have a complete first kit.
Not sure which shape?
Round: sweet spot in the middle, most forgiving. Teardrop: the middle ground, suits most club players. Diamond: sweet spot high, maximum power, least forgiving.
Shipping, returns and care
Shipping is calculated at checkout. 30-day returns on unused items in original condition. Fit protector tape before first use and keep the frame out of a hot car — heat damages padel rackets far more often than impact does. Covered by a 12-month manufacturer warranty against defects.