👟 Asics Gel-Challenger 14 Tennis Shoe First Look 👀 - Stiff But Durable💎

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Timestamps ⌚: 0:00 Intro 0:58 Who Are They For? 4:03 Weight Test 7:07 Technologies 12:14 Wearing These Shoes 16:49 Final Thoughts

[@howood1310]

How much lighter is it vs gel res 9?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@howood1310 I would say at least 50 gram lighter in size US 10.5. Which is a lot.

[@luiscordova7]

Just getting into tennis, I appreciate these types of detailed and informative reviews. Cheers!

[@lolle3358]

Helo, great videos as always. Which shoes do you think is better this gell challenger 14 or babolat jet mach 3 ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I would go with Jet Mach 3 for more comfort and really fast feel on court.

[@Perzblazer]

Do you think these are ok for gym training or casual use? Design and color are 🔥

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yes, these are overall good stable shoes for not only tennis, but also gym or any similar racket sport to tennis where you need to move side to side or fast forward/backwards.

[@Perzblazer]

@@CzechTennisGuy Thanks man

[@badabheem]

​@@CzechTennisGuy but the soles very very hard

[@rosyardy6243]

Wow, very helpful review. I happen to want to buy that type of Asics. but I'm confused about the choice, between babolat jet tere. Are these Asics very soft and comfortable? remembering it feels a bit stiff.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. No, these are pretty hard. If I was you, I would buy the Jet Tere. More comfort and a lighter/faster shoe overall.

[@rosyardy6243]

@@CzechTennisGuy thank you for the enlightenment. Good luck with the content.

[@dontspoilmyride4905]

Hi, there! Thank you for the review. I wonder wich one is mor cushioned the 13 o the 14 version? Cheers!

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, I would say both are on the similar level - medium cushioning with good feel for the court.

[@danielvillagra6353]

Hello, great video and review! I usually use in the Asics resolution 9 the size 9.5US (43Europe). I wanted to know if in this pair (challenger 14) I could lower half a size and use 9US?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hey, it's alaways very individual so I recommend trying the shoe before buying or order two/three different sizes and test them out.

[@danielvillagra6353]

@@CzechTennisGuy I understand, but in this case in the place where I live I can only get it by online purchase and not in physical stores and it is only in that size. That’s why I asked you for a recommendation

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@danielvillagra6353 I see. I don't recommend buying it then. It's too risky.

[@volleymasters5385]

Do you feel like there will be crack in the vamp of the shoe if we use it often

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I'm not sure about this. I believe not.

[@kouvanos]

Hello my friend Do you think there's a huge difference between that shoe and Asics Gel-Challenger 14 padel shoe? I need it for the dirt (clay) I'm looking to buy the Asics Gel-Challenger 14 padel to use it to clay Because they have different undersole

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hello, the padel shoes are usually very similar to clay tennis shoes. But there are sometimes differencies in the upper and toe guard sections. So the padel shoes are very often less durable in the upper. So you have to consider this before you buy it.

[@sharonsafkhan6033]

Hello would you recommend this for badminton as well ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, it can work. It's quite stiff though, but very stable. Depends on what you want.

[@RoyalHunter2789]

Awesome review. Im between this and Solution Speed FF 2 Clay. But I think the Challenger 14 have more technology

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. From a performance point of view in my opinion the Speed FF2 is a more advanced tennis shoe with more tech in them. The Challenger 14 is a little brother of the Gel-Resolution series and you are right that it has become also quite advanced and filled with tech. But still I think the FF2 is more advanced.

[@RoyalHunter2789]

Thank you 🙌

[@rhino_nam]

Hi, do you think this would work well for fencing?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, I actually think it might be a good shoe for fencing. Light, yet stable and secure. It's a low to the ground shoe with good feel for the ground which might be important for fencing.

[@edinsilva1374]

Hello, is it used to play volleyball? Which model would you recommend?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hello, not, it's a tennis shoe. Asics make some othr volleybalů specific shoes so google them out on their website asics.com.

[@keanemarbaniang7641]

Hello. Awesome review as always. I have one question. My size is uk8, I had bought Asics Court Slide size uk 8 but they fit like a uk9. Which size should I buy for these shoes ( gel challenger 14) ? Thank you so much.

[@keanemarbaniang7641]

Also. The half sizes like uk7.5 are not available where I’m from. So do you think it will be a problem if I go a full size down ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, thank you. I don't recommend going down one full size, because this will leave almost zero room for your fingers and you will feel constant pressure from the shoe. Try to get these shoes in 7,5 elsewhere. I'm sure online shops like Tennis-Warehouse or Tennis-Point ship worldwide.

[@keanemarbaniang7641]

@@CzechTennisGuy thank you so much for the suggestion. Keep up the awesome reviews 👌🏼

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you ;-)@@keanemarbaniang7641

[@ASMREnigmaX]

Would these work for racquetball and pickleball? Thanks

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I would say yes, without a problem.

[@davedownman9019]

Hi. Do the insoles come out?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, you can remove the insoles and replace them for your custom ones.

[@davedownman9019]

Thanks!

[@noppadolvashirakovit1620]

How’s the width and length compared to the challenger 13? I’m wondering if i should order the same size or go up half a size vs I’ve seem several comments about the 14 being too narrow.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I think all of the Challenger versions are pretty narrow, so if you want more room inside, especialy in the center of the shoe and in the front, try Solution Speed, Solution Swift or Court FF3. This was the EU 45 size. When I wore Asics Gel Solution Speed couple of years ago, I've had size EU 44,5 and it was perfect. This EU 45 feels quite good inside with enough room, but it is too long for me and a no go.

[@noppadolvashirakovit1620]

So the challenger 14 in the video is an Eu 45 size but doesn’t fit you perfectly?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

It's too long for my taste, but that's ok, because my usual size of Asics shoes is 1/2 size down, EU 44,5. I just bought this 45 size because it was available and I can still try it without worrying it would be too small. I returned the shoe, I had no intention on playing in it for second reason - it's all court version and I need clay court version.

[@MisterReZ]

@@CzechTennisGuy so.. is it snugger that challenger 13?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@MisterReZ Yes, it feels snugger, stiffer and more robust because there is almost no mesh except tongue. The upper is overall more durable.

[@katushka1999]

One more question from me - Challenger 14 vs Resolution 9?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

There is no question about it - Resolution 9.

[@Revlord]

Hey im an intermediate tennis player and im going back to my home country from the US for the summer (3 months) to do intensive CLAY court training, im not going to be competing but ill be training a lot, feedings, matches, etc, and I bought these for $80 USD after tax, was this a good buy or should I have spent the extra $80 to buy gel resolution 9 for $160? Thanks a lot for your time!

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, first of all good luck with your comeback on clay. It will be tough, but you will get into it for sure ;-). In general Challenger shoes from Asics are a great cheaper and lighter version of the Gel-Resolution. The 14th generation has some of the issues that I'm talking about in this video, at least for me, but overall it's a solid shoes and for $80 it's a good buy if you don't mind the stiffer side of the shoe.

[@Revlord]

@@CzechTennisGuy Thanks for your time! I appreciate this :D. Most of the shoes I used used to tear for the side toe a lot and I need a lot of toughness in the shoe and your video and this reply both helped reassure my decision !! hope you have a great day ahead!

[@danielascharan5579]

Hello, please, Can I use these shoes on clay too?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hello, if you buy the Clay version, definitely. The all-court version in this video doesn't really have the grip and traction for clay courts.

[@gaetanobruno5889]

this sole is good for clay too? is it "all court" ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

This is the all court version in the video. I don't ecommend it for clay. Buy the clay version instead.

[@gaetanobruno5889]

@@CzechTennisGuy thank you!

[@gggirish1]

What are best hard court ASICS All court is different from hard court . .. my son plays indoor hard indoor carpet n outdoor synthetic court too really struggling to find the right shoes he also has wide feet … any helpful suggestions ..appreciated

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Actually all all court shoes mean hard court. If you look at the options tennis companies offer there is almost none that is specifically made for hard courts. Usually there are two main options - all-court (hard-court) and clay court. All court shoes have different sole design and also different sole rubber compound that is harder and more durable compared to softer clay court rubber. Some companies offer carpet sole (with no pattern), grass or sand grass. Then there are padel/clay shoes. If you are from the US, I recommend trying some of the New Balance shoes that are mostly made specificaly for hard-courts and they also offer great comfort and wider feet options. Some other companies also offer wider options which you can find with the Wide tag in the name of the model. Best Asics shoes for durability are the Gel-Resolution 9 and Asics Court FF3.

[@alexjhovanalvaradofernande270]

Can i use this shoes for trainning crossfit?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I think they can be ok for crossfit training. It's a stable shoe so it might work for you.

[@TennisOnAction]

The outsole for challenger looks like resolution right?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yes, but the Gel Res 9 has an EVA foam cuts in the outsole for more cushioning. The Challenger 14 has those cuts filled with rubber, so the outsole is in one piece.

[@TennisOnAction]

Just ordered one from tennis point web site 20% off.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I hope you will enjoy them 😍

[@shanmugamal6528]

Would you recommend these shoes for someone with flat feet?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Probably not. I think when you have flat feet, you need more space inside the shoe. So for that I would recommend Solution Speed FF or Solution Swift tennis shoes. Or Court FF3 shoes, which will also provide you with ultimate comfort and stability. But I think it would be better to ask someone that has the anatomical knowledge. I recommend watching Foot Doctor Zach KZbin channel were he makes shoe reviews with lots of detail in it. www.youtube.com/@FootDoctorZach

[@volleymasters5385]

Is it better than asics upcourt 5

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yes, it's a lot better and more advanced shoe. But Upcourt 5 is a indoor shoe, this one is for outdoor use but you can of course use it also indoors.

[@katushka1999]

Can't choose between Asics Gel Challenger 14 and Nike Zoom Vapor Pro 2 for clay. Help, please 🥺

[@CzechTennisGuy]

If I were you, I would choose Asics. Two reasons: Build quality and overall durability. Nike perform well, but they don't last long. Plus I don't like th design of the Vapor, which is obviously my personal preference.

[@katushka1999]

@@CzechTennisGuy Thank you!

[@Fjaelyep]

This one or resolution 9? I have tried challenger 13 but it presses a bit in to my inside midfoot

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I would try Solution Speed FF 2/3 or Solution Swift. They are wider and have more comfort.

[@Fjaelyep]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks, I ordered the resolution 9 padel. I saw in a review that they are wider than regular ones and challenger 13

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@Fjaelyep Yep, that makes sense. Enjoy them.

[@babaibaibabaibai428]

Hi, what about badminton? Can i play with these?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yes you can and they can be pretty superior.

[@babaibaibabaibai428]

​@@CzechTennisGuythanks

[@badabheem]

​@@CzechTennisGuyare you sure ? Because i got it today and they are very narrow and soles are hard will they spread or loosen up over time?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@badabheem Yes they are stiffer and firmer, but this is how these shoes are. They are a low to the ground shoe. For more cushioning you should try other Asics shoes that are specificaly made for badminton. Or the Asics Court FF3 has plenty of cushioning, too.

[@badabheem]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks, but I'm using it now and they are harder but good on badminton court

[@volleymasters5385]

Can we play volleyball with this shoe

[@CzechTennisGuy]

On a recreational level you can play volleyball in these for sure.

[@glenberberet8418]

Great looking shoe but too narrow

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Oh yeah, the Gel-Challenger and Gel-Resolution line is for more narrow foot and the Solution Speed FF and Court FF are for wider foot. My personal favourite is the Solution Speed line.

[@advfraga]

A forma poderia ser um pouco mais larga.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yes, they could be wider for sure.

[@Neroyagami]

Is this shoes can handle volleyball?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

For volleyball I recommend shoe with more cushioning.

[@Neroyagami]

​@@CzechTennisGuy well I just buy this shoes for my volleyball training meybe I will buy a new cushioning on this shoes?

[@Neroyagami]

​@@CzechTennisGuy but my real question is are this recommended on volleyball is this good for volleyball I'm just curious cuz I just bought that shoe

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@Neroyagami No, it is made as a tennis shoe. So I don't recommend them for volleyball. For volleyball you should buy another shoe from Asics - check them out here: www.asics.com/us/en-us/volleyball-shoes/c/aa80203000/

[@devamshkparayali8838]

I will play volleyball with this shoe

[@volleymasters5385]

I too have ordered

[@Neroyagami]

Is that good for volleyball?

[@George-tm8mo]

​@@Neroyagami yes the shoe is good for volleyball ASICS have the exact same edition shoe for volleyball