Asics Gel Resolution 8 Cut in Half and Durability Tests | Tennis Shoe Teardown

[@FootDoctorZach]

Check out the on-court playtest here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gom5pY1nl5mmhNk

[@jarrettnorth4254]

You rock. This teardown saved me tons of time and money. I'm a rising footwear designer and decade-long tennis player. I'm developing a concept sole to maximize slide control on hard courts (research backed). Do you have pointers or contacts for people who could help me manufacture prototypes?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Glad it helped - no idea on the manufacturing side- good question

[@rebshannonling]

I got a pair today and already can feel the shoe strongly supporting my supinating feet. Good lateral stability too due to all the shoe mechanics you've helped uncover in your video.

[@1991tejas]

Thanks for the detailed analysis on this shoe. This video made my decision making process very easy.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Glad you got something out of it 👍

[@howood1310]

Wonder how these compare to novak's FF2, technology wise. Awesome videos!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’m going to review them at some point this summer for a comparison just trying to get through some other shoes I have first - but it’s coming - thanks for the kind words, glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@atrem7942]

Great shoe, as a coach I am using them daily for hours on end. They wear more on the inside then they do on the outside.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yep that’s a product of the low ankle collar

[@michaelyoong7]

Could you also measure the heel to toe drop of the shoes you cut. Hard to get this info for non running shoes. That would be really informative to us shoe geeks.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yes of course that would be fun to see - ill start doing that with the next teardown of the GP Turbo's but I will measure all the shoes I've done so far too and put it in the video so just watch out for it in the next teardown video - anything else you'd like to see just let me know

[@neilmcnairjr]

I think I’m leaning more towards these shoes for my next pair 👌🏽

[@FootDoctorZach]

You can’t go wrong with them

[@JO-hb3xi]

I used to replace my shoes when the outsoles wore out. Modern Gel Resolutions are so durable and I probably keep wearing them far beyond their functional life span. Is there a way to determine when the midsole foam has worn out and the shoes need to be replaced with a fresh pair?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Typically on the side there will be creases that start to form longitudinally / I also usually say no longer than 500 miles

[@jaylee3257]

Really enjoy the channel! On all your tear down reviews could you spend a little more time on the forefoot padding? I see alot of attention on the heel, but we are on our forefoot/toes all the time and some shoes really forget this. Res8's seem good though. Great stuff!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Ill start putting a comment in about that starting in the next teardown - i have also started putting in stack heights and midsole thicknesses - not sure which video I started it with - usually when subscribers ask for stuff it shows up in the next video so keep an eye out- thanks for the feedback!

[@UNDFTDGordon]

I think that ASICS overall makes the best shoes.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Build quality is certainly there

[@level27xrock]

Is that the same outsole pattern as the Gel Res 7’s? I had some Gel Res 7’s and at my courts they’re very dusty sometimes and I’ve had quite a few slips on push offs to chase drop shots down. I ditched those and got Court FF2s...and have yet to have a slip 😎😊

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s a very similar tread but the reason for the slipping is the durability coating it can get slippery on some slicker surfaces whereas the ff2 wave pattern will still stick to the court - much better tread IMO

[@superpipomanrulz]

Hello. Great channel and great video! Keep it on. Which 2 or 3 options of tennis shoes would you recommend for someone with flat feet ? Thank you

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thank you- solecourt boost, GP turbo have the best arch support but I’ll be doing a video on it soon that explains more

[@superpipomanrulz]

@@FootDoctorZach I'm looking forward to that video. Thanks for helping those of us who need to look carefully before buying shoes and cannot just go with any good looking pair of shoes :)

[@FootDoctorZach]

👍👍👍

[@mohamedsalama5421]

Great video, how are these shoes on clay, could you slide easily and with control?

[@FootDoctorZach]

If it’s well maintained clay yes, if it’s drier clay you may want to get the clay version of these, which are fantastic for any clay surface

[@lyquanghung649]

Great video, thanks for information

[@FootDoctorZach]

Awesome! Glad you liked it

[@pedromtorres]

Hello Doc, I am now recovering from a ankle roll. Which shoe would you suggest ? I cannot get the courtboost here in my location. I’ve been thinking GR 8 or GP turbo. Thanks for the outstanding videos ! I wish we had channels like yours for all sports

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thanks for the kind words- I wouldn’t get the GR8- the GP turbo would be mediocre but would do the trick, the Stycon BOA, court ff 2 or yonex eclipsion 3 are probably your best options

[@pedromtorres]

@@FootDoctorZach Thanks a lot Doc ! What do you think about the sole match bounce ? Maybe something that combines lateral stability and cushion

[@FootDoctorZach]

I just put a video out on them- I’m a fan for certain feet- check out the video and let me know what you think

[@srvnvly]

You talk about what the longer term stability effect would be with a polypropylene shank, did the prior version(s) have this? Just curious; I’m a huge Asics Gel Res fan for tennis and Pickleball- thank you for the review!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’m not sure actually I should get my hands on a pair and find out- thanks for the good idea!

[@michaelyoong7]

The previous version the GR 7 had a plastic midfoot shank

[@FootDoctorZach]

ill have to get one to cut open and check out

[@cadethompson3617]

I have and love these but have serious issues with hard court sliding damage. My pair is in pristine condition except for the inside of my non-dominant foot. Are there any solutions or alternatives that might solve this issue outside of changing my footwork?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah it’s just how you are sliding, unfortunately not much is going to resist that kind of heat and friction build up- you can try the court ff which has more outsole material over the toebox and forefoot but you just may be looking at going though shoes with the way you slide

[@davidu8283]

WOW, that foam in the sole!!! 😀👍

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yup👍👍

[@ricknowak4582]

How do you compare the .....'.resolution' versus the ...'solution' in ASIC S? I just bought THE SOLUTION cause they didn't even HAVE the ... RESOLUTION on the shelf.

[@skunkstrella]

Hi... Can it be used for Badminton? Because i have accidentally bought it for Badminton... Please help me out

[@dintogx]

I'm walking for 2 hours a day, I won't do sports, would you recommend?

[@michaelyoong7]

There is suppose to be gel units in the forefoot as well. Did you find them?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah it was the same as the heel - I try and keep these under 10 min so that’s why I didn’t go nuts trying to dissect them out- if you notice they don’t show up on the cut in half shoe which I found interesting because they should be wide enough to cover the entire forefoot which it isn’t if they can’t be seen on the cut in half shoe- I don’t think it’s a problem because of how much foam is up there as well to provide cushion

[@michaelyoong7]

Thanks. I had dissected some old ASICS & have always been surprised how little gel there is. Look forward to your other dissection videos. Be careful with them sharp tools! You got my subscription!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thanks I really appreciate that! You aren’t alone if you watch the Nike Vapor Cage 4 dissection you’ll see me try and cover up when I sliced my palm 😂

[@クリームイカ]

After demoing, I can't decide which size should I go, a little tight on toes( just foot itself no added is tight) or half bigger (however my ankles knocked quite well) Any opinion thanks~

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’d go with tighter - the shoe will break in over time but if you have a lot of extra material you may have some instability issues- however if neither size fits well then you may want to look at some different shoes as these may just not like the shape of your foot, it happens with some shoes

[@クリームイカ]

@@FootDoctorZach I feel the shoe itself doesn't make that big problem for me, and I kinda want to give it a shot

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah for sure go for it - let me know how they work out for you!

[@クリームイカ]

@@FootDoctorZach Thx, so the slightly tight one is the choice right😂😂

[@FootDoctorZach]

That’s what I would go with yep 👍

[@mahalakshmirajendran2754]

Do you think gel resolution 8 is a better shoe Overall compared to yonex eclipsion 3 ?

[@FootDoctorZach]

No, they are very different but both are good

[@kaminomichi]

@@FootDoctorZach And how about the Nike Court Zoom GP Turbo?

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’m doing a new head to head series on the channel- it’s hard to say which is better among three shoes as all are good shoes but so different but make sure you check out the head to heads with the rating system out of 20 that should give some context between many different shoes as the videos come out

[@robwilliams6820]

I’ve the Solution Speed FF on the way: wondering if I should have got these instead. I’m a speed style shoe fan as not heavy, don’t slide and more all court than baseline player.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Solution speed are great for all court game - I think you’ll like them but seeing all these comments about the SS FF’s I think I’ll need to get a pair to cut open because now I’m really getting curious as to the comparison- let me know how you like them

[@ricknowak4582]

Good, I just bought a couple pairs of solution also! They didn't have any resolution in the store in the store! I have solution before and I have pretty good luck. But after seeing this video I'm saying guessing myself also.. The resolution looks a little more cushion and support. I just don't know.

[@liuskusuma]

What is the best tennis shoes for lower back pain?

[@nikhilshriram9039]

Do Asics gel Challenger 13 L.E tear down

[@howood1310]

What is actually “Gel” about these shoes. Still debating if I should get them LOL

[@FootDoctorZach]

The gel is that blue elastic padding- it’s actually pretty resilient but comprises a very very small part of the shoe

[@howood1310]

The Tennis Pro Doc sounds gimmicky. Always think it’s goes into the sole but it’s just padding

[@barryarron7]

Where is the Gel at in the soles?

[@anything7087]

Blue gel only in back so what shoes have in both part?

[@anything7087]

Second is volleyball shoes more amortization than tennis or?

[@neoarvi]

Awesome video’s, thanks. Would you please look at a review and teardown of the adidas SoleCourt Boost.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thank you! Yes I have them in the cart should be a few weeks but they’re on the docket

[@marlieskoeman]

haha I love your personality

[@FootDoctorZach]

I try 🤙

[@johnsmith2421]

I love these shoes but omg they make your feet sweat! How about some proper ventilation ASICS?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah all PU will really trap the heat

[@ryanxu1274]

how easily can you slide on hardcourts compared to other shoes

[@FootDoctorZach]

They slide pretty well- I had no issues - id say the court ff 2 and Nike vapor cage 4 are better though for hardcourt sliding

[@ryanxu1274]

currently I have the vapor cage 4. Is the gel res 8 more durable in the upper?

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’d say in the toe box the same but the upper as a whole is more durable on the Gel Resolution 8

[@ryanxu1274]

thanks I slide alot and I wore through the upper Barry fast

[@ricknowak4582]

Dude, you gotta change that blade! After about the 3rd cut on any service you need to change it.

[@FootDoctorZach]

🤷‍♂️ I’m stubborn

[@ricknowak4582]

@@FootDoctorZach Thanks for the reply! I don't know if I asked you this before but .... how do you compare the "resolution " versus the ..."solution " ? I just bought a pair of solution and I wore them today. They didn't have the resolution on the shelf so I couldn't try them. One review mentioned thar the Resolution was .. 'wider and STIFFER'! Your thoughts, please.

[@joannastroem]

This would be more comfortable to watch if you wore a pair of cut protection gloves. :)

[@FootDoctorZach]

Adds to the drama haha

[@joannastroem]

@@FootDoctorZach Definitely! :D

[@karikatunde]

Why is this shoe called GEL resolution and there is no gel in it

[@FootDoctorZach]

GEL are those blue and green inserts- no actual viscoelastic material- I think it’s just the trade name

[@KingLeonidas_300]

Asics makes good shoes but the gel thing is a marketing gimmick. There's so little to make any noticeable difference

[@gonewiththedrugs]

next time send me the shoe not destroy it ok

[@calvin9187]

lol

[@johnjeffers1524]

Now, I do absolutely love these shoes! (albeit I love the gel res 6 and 7 more), but I gotta be honest - I flat out do not like the Dyna Wall. I don't see the point of it, honestly, and it has actually almost caused me to roll my ankle a couple times, because it is concave/in-cut a little bit, and I can't for the life of me figure out what that is good for. Call me stupid if you want to. .... all that being said I DO still love the gel res 8. Asics is absolutely the best whenn you factor in their customer service. Nike's CS left a lot to be desired, and NewBalance's straight up sucked! Asics emplyees are awesome.