Adidas Cross It 3.4 2025
The Cross It 3.4 2025 is an oversized diamond built for power, spin and precision, with aerodynamic technology designed to keep swing speed high without sacrificing too much control.
The base Cross It 3.4 is the most attacking member of its family: a diamond head, a high balance, 15K aluminized carbon faces and a weight of 360–375 g in a 38 mm frame. It is designed for players who want to take the net and keep it, with enough spin to make every overhead uncomfortable for the opponent.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dynamic Air Flow technology genuinely speeds up strokes.
- ELEVEN 13 hole pattern adds consistency and rigidity in the head.
- Explosive power for volleys and overhead shots.
- Longer grip and head-heavy balance add real inertia to shots.
Cons
- Oversized diamond shape still punishes off-centre contact.
- Hard, high-density EVA core is firm on the arm.
- Not for players newer to attacking diamond shapes.
On-court performance
Back of the court
Consistency from the back benefits from the ELEVEN 13 hole pattern, though the diamond shape still asks for clean, centred contact.
From the back, the large diamond head gives a bit more room for error than a compact diamond, but the high balance still asks for good timing. It works best when your defence is a springboard for attack rather than a long-term strategy.
At the net
The aerodynamic frame keeps swing speed high, making for fast, explosive volleys when you’re closing out points.
Volleys carry weight and come off the face quickly. The racket feels stable against hard balls, and put-away volleys require very little backswing.
Overheads (bandeja, víbora, smash)
This is where the Cross It 3.4 excels — the diamond shape and high balance combine for genuinely explosive smashes and viboras.
Flat smashes have real pace, and the aluminized 15K faces help víboras and kick smashes bite into the glass. It is a racket that makes your overheads more dangerous rather than just more consistent.
Comfort & vibrations
The hard, high-density EVA core is firm and direct; comfort takes a back seat to power and stiffness here.
The firm EVA core transmits a lot of information and some vibration. It is comfortable enough for strong, well-conditioned arms, but not the first choice for players with elbow problems.
Spin
The textured carbon faces give strong grip on cut and kick shots, so spin is one of the main weapons of this racket alongside power.
Who it’s for / who should skip it
Good fit if…
- You’re an upper-intermediate or advanced player chasing explosive power.
- You want to attack with confidence and maintain consistency from the back.
- You like the idea of aerodynamic tech aiding fast strokes.
Skip it if…
- You need a forgiving sweet spot to build consistency.
- Comfort matters more to you than raw power.
- You’re not yet comfortable with diamond-shaped rackets.
Which Cross It 3.4?
Adidas makes several versions of the Cross It 3.4 in 2025, and they play very differently. The base Cross It 3.4 reviewed here is a high-balance diamond for attacking players. The Cross It Light 3.4 is lighter, at around 345–360 g, with a round head and a much more forgiving feel. The Cross It Carbon 3.4, associated with Maxi Arce, and the Cross It Team 3.4 are also diamond-shaped, attack-oriented options.
If you want maximum attacking potential, the base Cross It 3.4 is the one. If you want the Cross It look with a lighter, easier racket, choose the Light. Check the exact version before you buy, because the name alone does not tell you which personality you are getting.
Specifications
| Shape | Oversized diamond |
|---|---|
| Faces | 15K aluminized carbon |
| Core | Hard, high-density EVA |
| Weight | 360–375 g |
| Balance | High |
| Level | Upper-intermediate / Advanced |
| Segment | Premium |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
Note: small unit-to-unit variations in weight and balance are normal.
Alternatives
| Model | Why pick it | Trade-offs |
|---|---|---|
| Adidas Metalbone 3.4 2025 | Even more outright power, adjustable Weight & Balance. | Similarly demanding, higher price. |
| QUAD Rhino | Teardrop shape — more forgiving without losing much power. | Slightly less top-end pace. |
| Bullpadel Hack 04 2025 | Comparable power with more spin-focused technology. | Just as firm on the arm. |
Verdict
The Cross It 3.4 2025 makes good on its promise of explosive, attacking padel: the Dynamic Air Flow tech and ELEVEN 13 hole pattern genuinely translate into faster, more consistent power.
It’s built for players who already want to attack — not a racket that eases you into aggressive padel — but for upper-intermediate and advanced players ready for it, the power on offer is very real.
For upper-intermediate and advanced players who want to dominate the net with power and spin, the Cross It 3.4 2025 is a strong choice, and often better value than Adidas’ signature models.
In 30 seconds
- An oversized power diamond with genuine aerodynamic tech.
- Explosive on smashes and viboras; firm on the arm.
- Best for upper-intermediate to advanced players who want to attack.