On Roger Pro Review / Teardown - What’s Inside Federer’s CUSTOM Tennis Shoes?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Check out the Roger Centre Court HERE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6XYnYinq6yoa7M

[@michaelp9061]

Wow the speed of this review is so fast. I haven’t even seen this in person.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I don’t mess around

[@kylehicks9792]

@@FootDoctorZach where can we buy these?

[@FootDoctorZach]

On- it’s sold out- back in sept I’m told

[@marcosdoyter7460]

This is a crazy and revealing video. The Nike Zoom Vapor and the other models that Federer had worn during his career were known by their extremely narrow format. It shows that Nike made custom shoes for Federer. The carbon fiber was originally used in Sampras’ Nike Oscillate. A shoe that Federer wore as a junior player. Then, to cut costs, Nike withdrew the carbon fiber plate from its shoes. It maintained the carbon fiber in some pro stock shoes though. I am happy that Federer brought this feature to his authorial shoe.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yup I still have a pair of air oscillates with the carbon fiber plate - you also can’t mold carbon fiber to certain shapes so that’s another reason Nike doesn’t use it , trying to make unique shapes

[@marcosdoyter7460]

@@FootDoctorZach This is great! I dont have it anymore. In my opinion, the Nike Air Oscillate is the best tennis shoe of History. Comfortable and adaptable to several game styles. Somehow, Nike manages to produce Nike Zoom Vapor with the carbon plate to Dimitrov. I dont understand why Nike has adopted the narrow mold to most of its shoes.

[@s.z.x.01]

I love how On made the shoe almost replicate to Federer’s actual custom shoes, while Nike looks a lot more different especially at the bottom

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yup it’s an exact match to his feet

[@nealsarkar8742]

I wasn't selected for the Roger Pro on the July Pre-Sale! I cannot believe you could muster up the strength to cut it open! Broke my heart!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Haha at this point I feel weird not doing it

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah it’s frustrating for sure for those that want them and only a few being made- new raffle in September

[@rolandharris2706]

Zach has incredible strength to be able to cut open a shoe with a freakin box cutter

[@FootDoctorZach]

Haha thanks- other saws and stuff ruin the shoes profile

[@dunsdonjone1537]

🤣🤣 the first half I thought you were talking about mental strength, not physical

[@FootDoctorZach]

Haha

[@huynguyen-iu1xp]

Can’t wait for the performance test. The detail is so crazy good

[@FootDoctorZach]

Awesome! Glad you liked it

[@Daniel-bi5ci]

I’d love to see the teardown of the regular on running shoe

[@atwntennisclub]

The mad lad really did it

[@FootDoctorZach]

Of course 👟🪚

[@johnjeffers1524]

1:01 whoa! that is a crazy foot!

[@BocaDr1]

I just tried on a new pair. What I could not tolerate was all that extra material on the outside of the forefoot toe box: it really felt as if the shoe was trying to over-pronate my foot. As a result, I'm returning them. I supposed they've designed that to support extreme lateral changes of direction on hard courts... it's not for me...

[@jesterpallada628]

Finally! Hope they release them here in the Philippines.

[@RainMaker0602]

THEY SHOULD. I applied for the play test and hoping to get my own soon. 😁

[@FootDoctorZach]

I think they’re going to be limited quantities shipped anywhere as long as you get in the raffle

[@RainMaker0602]

@@FootDoctorZach looking forward to your play test vid. Also, would you be doing a comparison video between the Nike Zoom Vapor X and the On Roger Pro? People have been talking about Federer's footwork and movement slowing down being a factor in his matches this year so far, and his change in footwear may be part of that. Yes, his age, year long break from the sport, and recent surgeries greatly affected his game this year. But it would be interesting to see how much adjustment needs to be done when you switch shoes. Many thanks and all the best, Foot Doc Zach!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I don’t think it’s the shoe doing that- just getting older , post surgery ,honestly the lighter shoes probably would have hurt him more at this point

[@idontknow1919]

Can you do best basketball shoes for tennis? 🙏🙏🙏

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah that’s a tough list to make as most aren’t great but there are some gems - right now my favorite is the kyries but that’ll probably change as I test more out- stay turned

[@LordVlad2321]

Cannot wait for the review AG3 PRO from 361 those are FIRE !!!

[@johnappleseed7927]

Zach what’s the back ground music? Ik it’s from tom and jerry!

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s just a combo of a bunch of beats

[@chenchenhuang1067]

What’s the value for money Zach? Feel a bit overpriced due to the Roger’s hype. Are we putting money into a high end tennis shoe (the most expensive one so far available on the market) or into a well marketed product?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Depends on your goals- wait until the playtest and you’ll see what I mean

[@LaDariusNorris]

These are a LITTLE pricey, but they are absolutely not the most expensive on the market. Almost every one of Yonex's shoes start at a higher price.

[@dn6179]

So excited for these review nice video

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thanks!

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

Im thinking about getting a pair of these.. i have the Cloudflyer 4 for workouts (awesome shoe), but want that same comfort for a more casual wear around instead Nike court visions.

[@jeffreylee3520]

Hi Foot Doc, Really like your tennis shoe reviews. Learned a ton. A request - can you review Mizuno Wave Exceed 4 ? Personally, it's the best tennis shoe I have tried but curious what you think.

[@FootDoctorZach]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp_SpGCuorCWmqs

[@markbrodeur1707]

Lateral Flange = Lateral Stability. I find that at my age, stability and balance upon setting up on a stroke is possibly the most important factor driving my tennis show purchases. I gave up on my DIadora Blushield Fives (How could I?) when I measured the cross sectional width at the forefoot and heel, they were significantly narrower than my Adidas Boost basketball shoes that i wear instead. What tennis shoe can you think of that has that WIDE footprint?

[@Blancolove1]

For fasciitis what shoes you recommend ?

[@Jvperilo]

Good Morning. Could you let me know if there is a difference in the traction of the asics tennis soles (clay) in relation to color? white minus track and black plus track.

[@Billionaire_180B]

I would be glad if you could help . I have bought this shoe 46 size and it’s really making my foot hurt during game . What size Should I buy next time 47 or 47,5 ? They are the roger pro 2 clay

[@vincentlee59]

Can you / will you do a review on the new On Roger Clubhouse Pros? They came out recently and are bit cheaper than the On Roger Pros -- given the tread pattern, they seem like they will be more durable.

[@davidparrot9619]

How big would you say the toe box is compared to say the revolt evo 2.0?

[@kaleerae5078]

Do you like the super feet flex max insoles for outside foot tendonitis and for bad ankles and knees and high arch and wide feet?

[@FootDoctorZach]

That’s a lot for an over the counter orthotic to accommodate for- I’d be going custom if it were me

[@gopsln]

Thanks Zach. Can you please review Adidas Grand Court 2.0 as a Tennis shoe? I know these days they are used as Lifestyle shoes, but these were vintage classics and were used in Tennis. Do they still hold their worth in hard court tennis these days? It would be great to know.

[@brianly7723]

Right now I have the barricade boost from 2016, and I really loved the support it gave. The only issue I had with is was that my toes would jam in the 10.5 sizing. What sort of shoe would you recommend and should I consider sizing down?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Make sure you check out the video I just published on this exact topic- it’ll help give you a baseline for sizing

[@fcogaitandiaz]

Where can I buy them? I've looked them up in traditional online stores like Tennis Warehouse, Midwest, and nothing. There are not!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Kith stores or raffled on the On website- they’re tough to get ahold of

[@owaisahmed5633]

What is the difference between the Roger Pro Tennis shoes and other branded tennis shoes such ASICS and Nike?

[@angelmuniz7096]

I have see basically every review you have made. This is the first time you made a graffiti of a players feet. Now I can use a term to explain my problem. My feet are a bit like Roger's. I bought the assics solution speed 2. On my right foot I get pain on the styloid area. I feel like I am stepping over something that's very hard. What other shoe you tested are wide and or soft in that area? And idea shoes for tipe of foot using a graffic like the one on Fed's feet. Bro, Super great and usefull video for me. Thanks. Keep them coming

[@angelmuniz7096]

Also have what I guess is a Taylor's Binion. But it does not bather me that much.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Glad you liked it- these actually are great for that foot type for obvious reasons same with the solecourt boost and NB in the 2E

[@jojofarb5489]

Which shoes have a wide forefoot area but a regular heel area? Solecourt boosts and blushield 5s put too much pressure on my forefoot but my heels are moving around in them too much

[@FootDoctorZach]

Only ones I know of are new balance

[@PuddingMaaan]

Have you done a review of the K Swiss Ultrashot 3? I am thinking about getting these shoes and would like your feedback

[@FootDoctorZach]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4mYZ2Bqd7CZadE

[@yashjain2305]

You should do a video on upcoming shoes 2022 so we know should we buy now or wait for new collection

[@FootDoctorZach]

Funny you say that because i was about to do a video about why there arent any new shoes out and how hard it is to get any info on them

[@yashjain2305]

@@FootDoctorZach Great then 👍🏼

[@miguelroda8779]

Which site to order a pair?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Not for sale until September I’m told- there was an initial raffle and presale of limited quantity

[@aggiejason4305]

I don't see this listed on the ON website.

[@FootDoctorZach]

It gets put up intermittently when they have stock

[@KoBizme]

I can't find the answer to if I can wear the rodger for tennis. I know they are strick as to what shoes they let you wear on court. Not the rodger pro but the ones I can buy. Is there a way for me to know if a shoe I chose has the right non marking rubber on it.

[@FootDoctorZach]

They aren’t meant for tennis playing - just casual wear

[@KoBizme]

I thought about that after sending that. I've only ever bought one pair of tennis shoes but I bought tennis shoes because my toes slide out the front of the shoe while playing.

[@KoBizme]

Low key crushed my dreams. These shoes are beautiful.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’d keep an eye out for when On brings back the Roger pro which you could use on court

[@KoBizme]

It's hard to think that even if I was a pro that they would be a good investment. Footwork is the most important part of the game. Didn't we decide that they would maybe last 2 hours on court. I think I'm going to go all in on new balance. How dumb would it be to have 2 different shoes. One that is used a lot for sliding and the other I can't even think what the other foot would need. Grip maybe to push off with it.

[@alainbrouillaud484]

Hi Zach 😄 How does the “Roger Pro” compare to Asics Gel Resolution?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Apples and oranges

[@alainbrouillaud484]

@@FootDoctorZach… in a positive or negative way? I have a fairly flat foot.

[@psalmboy_outdoor]

Can you play basketball or other racket sports (badminton or table tennis) with this?

[@FootDoctorZach]

I spose

[@jarrettnorth4254]

Will you please review the Wilson Kaos Mirage?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Not a fan at all of that shoe

[@willcheek2675]

Two questions...1. Why not use a bandsaw to cut the midline slice? 2. Does anyone in the pro circuit play in these?

[@anitaru2001]

Wait you haven’t review the new ones?

[@Menga213]

I wish the review was a little longer. I wonder how the shoe box looks like? wondering since they are running wide do you need to tie them extra tight, or can you keep them loose?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Part 2 coming this week

[@PoBoyR6]

I contacted On and apparently they are trying to get the next batch of these shoes available before the end of 2021. Hopefully that works out given all the global consumer goods distribution delays of late. Either way I plan on getting a pair of these shoes and I want to make sure I get the sizing right...would you say even though the last in this shoe is for Roger's inflared foot, it is wide enough for a straight/flat foot to be comfortable without sizing up? For reference I have to size up for Vapor Pros because of the inflared last. Also in your Tennis shoe spreadsheet, what is the difference between your 'wide' and 'generous' fit categories?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah they’re really wide- I’d say they probably fit most feet just because they’re so expansive in the mid and forefoot - wide would be around a 2E and generous means it expands to fit wider feet - like the Ubersonic 2 for example- more on the medium side but it’s so flexible it’ll fit most feet- you could also say generous would mean breaks in well for wide footers

[@PoBoyR6]

@@FootDoctorZach thanks Zach that is super helpful. I figure I’ll only get one shot on the size cause they’ll probably sell out in seconds like the first batch did. No way I’m paying 3x more on eBay for them!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yeah I wouldn’t- if you wait you’ll get them cheaper/ or try and time it like it did

[@ajcph]

I was curious about this shoe and how it compares to the ASICS court ff 2 and the gel resolution 8

[@FootDoctorZach]

Its a completely different shoe- like comparing apples to oranges

[@AjdinKolonic]

Hi. I watched most of your videos bit still can't figure it out. I'm a high level player. Got narrow feet, high arches, but a sagging arch issue on the left foot, which causes some achilles heel issues. Which shoe would you suggest? Really struggling with finding something. OTC sole helps but not enough. Thinking of the new Barricades. What do you think?

[@FootDoctorZach]

There may not be a best shoe for you , for some foot issues it’s only corrected with a custom orthotic - I’d check with a local doc to see if they can’t correct for that - my favorite narrow supportive shoes ATM are the yonex eclipsion 3

[@TobiasWurm1990]

Hi, would you recommend this shoe for carpet ?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Nope- I talk about this in the playtest video if you want more info

[@TobiasWurm1990]

@@FootDoctorZach ok i rewatched it and i think they would be done within a month of playing on carpet.

[@norgaard9812]

I ordered the ROGER pro friday the 9th and when i checked the order status today it said the my order had been cancelled. Anyone else who have experienced the same?

[@Menga213]

worse.. it said SORRY SOLD OUT

[@FootDoctorZach]

thats crazy- from on or Kith?

[@norgaard9812]

@@FootDoctorZach From On

[@Slame333]

So do you buy multiple pairs of the same shoe and tear down one before the performance review and keep the other to play test, or do you just buy one pair and tear it down after you’ve already played in it?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Buy it- review it and make notes - play in it- tear it down - then edit both videos- it’s a lot of work in a short time but makes for fluid videos from one to the other

[@DillonMHorn]

I was fit for the 11.5 size, however, after I wore them 2 times on court, both of my pinky toes has terrible blisters on them. Do you think the fit is to blame or is this just normal break-in period for these Roger Pro's? Thanks!

[@FootDoctorZach]

Probably fit, remember these are made to Roger's custom last so it may not match up

[@maddiebedilion]

I WAS AT THE TENNIS COURT YOU WERE AT YESTERDAY

[@FootDoctorZach]

PTTC is where it all goes down

[@adamspry164]

Hey Zach, loved the video! What tennis shoes would you recommend for a 2E foot? (Sorry if you have already covered this topic)

[@FootDoctorZach]

You can check out this video, I have time stamps for all categories just search for what you need in particular and a few shoes should match, you’ll get a decent list of shoes to try for your individual foot : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYOUaWeHlpd0mtE

[@987mikka]

Excellent as always, where did you buy these shoes?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thank you - small boutique store; kith

[@anbo1778]

GOATED channel

[@FootDoctorZach]

👆appreciate it

[@johanjonasson4188]

I think I have feet a little bit like Roger Federer. I have a longer middle toe and wide in the front. I'm 181 cm and have a size 46 in shoes, I think that's a 12 in US. I wonder if this shoe would be comfortable for me? I have trouble sometimes to find well fitting shoes.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Probably- but they wont last very long

[@Ivanrei1530]

New adidas barricade is out! When's your review doc? :)

[@FootDoctorZach]

Friday

[@theGMCPRODUCTIONzz]

Do these have a wide fit?

[@FootDoctorZach]

This is the first thing in the video I talk about

[@theGMCPRODUCTIONzz]

@@FootDoctorZach I am so so sorry, i posted this comment in the first seconds of clicking the video. My bad lol. Great vid. Liked and subscribed 👍

[@RunRecoverRally]

Did you order your pair in the initial release from KITH? I'm still waiting for my order to ship.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yup got them Friday

[@RunRecoverRally]

@@FootDoctorZach Interesting, I got an order confirmation but no word on shipping. I'm super stoked to try them especially after this review!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I got no warning they were coming just showed up- playtest was crazy on them- video coming out this week

[@KaMarGalloway21]

Great video! My feet measures as a true 10D and I got this in a size 10.5 bc I was told you should go up 0.5 in tennis shoes. Something about your feet swells when you run. Did I make mistake since the shoe is apparently roomy in the toe box?

[@KaMarGalloway21]

For context, I currently play in the Mens KSwiss Hypercourt Express 2 in a size 10

[@ivanpalaca6230]

Is it on sale now?

[@FootDoctorZach]

yup

[@torstenvogel2463]

Toll, ich war beim Pre Sale nicht ausgelost und er schneidet sie auseinander 🙈

[@aulbraealexanderzamora1948]

Is this shoe good for playing Indoor basketball?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Nah- not enough tread depth or edging for hardwood

[@chenchenhuang1067]

Love you Zach 😍

[@FootDoctorZach]

🤟

[@wyeth27]

New Barricade under review soon?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Friday

[@emmanueltorres7794]

Is it true to size or go 1/2 down?.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I have the fit section time stamped - I talk about this exact question

[@jaymasters4193]

Thanks for the great review. I’d also like to know if they are true to size. You do mention what the fit is like in the vid, but in your opinion based on having worn and played in these shoes are they true to size??? Will an 8.5 be an 8.5 if that makes any sense. Thanks for your time!!!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I put in the video the length is long and fit is wide and that I could have gone down 1/2 - I can’t say for everyone’s individual foot but that was my experience with them

[@NotDesi]

“Without really destroying the shoe I really didn’t want to do that..”

[@FootDoctorZach]

haha Ive broken carbon fiber into a million pieces before and it makes its so hard to evaluate it - seems weird but you have to be a bit neat on the sagittal dissection so I can get accurate stack heights

[@richardmakepeace4830]

Zack, as much as I appreciate the review on this one, for me this is one of the worst shoes I've ever purchased. From the mid sole to the insole, horrible! After the fourth time playing in them i purchased a memory foam insole and it never helped! I wore them once more and i now use them for bookends! Honestly, for me, the Diadora B.Icons have the best feel, soft and very cushioned, for my feet all the way around. Hate to say it but the Roger Pro is a super stiff shoe and I can't believe that any amount of court time will break them in. Very disappointed in them for the amount I paid. If I could get my money back I would! Thanks again for the review!

[@dadaUnts]

I believe the the ones they sell for retail are not the same as the PE (players equipment) similar to the racquets and strings they use. So cutting up the shoe is a little too much for me; but knowing what the retail product is made of is also good.

[@FootDoctorZach]

The Roger Pros being sold right now are his exact shoe per On

[@jonathanchen1026]

Why doesn’t he put the RF logo on the shoe?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Great question- im guessing they were manufactured prior to him getting the RF back

[@ArcheCane]

These seem a little like Vapor 9.5's/Prestige's.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Heavier

[@allenrodgers1577]

Any ETA and play test video, or just stay tuned? Also as always, great content

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s filmed just needs a lot of editing because I talked for about 2 hrs and I need to get it down to 10 min

[@larspetersen943]

3:34 without destroying the shoe. : the shoe 😑

[@FootDoctorZach]

LOL

[@AceDerflinger]

It pains me to see it getting sliced in half but thank you hahahaha. Howmuch did u get this shoe

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yup! 220 was the price r

[@teng029]

An On shoe without the holes in the midsole. That's just strange to look at..

[@bobbyoctaviano2661]

I guarantee that this would be a phenomenal Basketball shoe. 🏀🤓🏀

[@oswig1768]

I like ON Running shoes, they are good. I tried these tennis pro’s and hated them.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yep- apples and oranges

[@Pablo-vr8sv]

Ali express?

[@sportscastercanada]

I would only buy this as a collector and have Roger sign it.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’m sure a lot of people are going to go the route

[@thatonekid4857]

Man I wish people made shoes for narrow feet

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yonex eclipsion 3 is made for narrow feet

[@jonienglish3231]

the ADIDAS BARRICADE are Heavy Like CLOGS

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’ve got the new ones coming in- interested to see if they’re tanks like the 18’s

[@villiam7941]

Would you buy another pair just for yourself to play in or would you go for another pair of shoes? For me durability does matter as I would want to use the pair for at least 4 month.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I talk about this in detail in the video coming up - it’s a lot to type, long story short it depends on your goals , but I’ll go into detail in the playtest

[@dragunovx93]

3 seconds in and he's cutting federer's shoes that was hyped for OVER A YEAR. Dropped in limited quantities and only raffled off. and he CUT THEM.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I did - I gotta know what’s inside

[@Suzzi99999]

Nice

[@FootDoctorZach]

👍👍

[@pagodacloud2241]

The concept of this shoes is look like Nike vaper in fest generation. 😅😅😅but nice shoes lightweight. 😊

[@frankfurter7260]

Same annoying royalty free music background track as a zillion other channels. Why people use music let alone this track is an absolute mystery. It’s horrific.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I agree - what a horrible person this creator is

[@frankfurter7260]

@@FootDoctorZach I made the effort to give you honest feedback and you felt the need to troll me. 🤨 You should consider a run in the GOP primary for POTUS. You would do well.

[@anbo1778]

first 5 seconds were painful to watch

[@FootDoctorZach]

Had to be done

[@applesforakbar]

Nooooooooooo! Haha the one shoe I would have been okay without you tearing open

[@FootDoctorZach]

had to be done

[@xUNBORN1]

pained me to see you cut it lol

[@FootDoctorZach]

Had to be done

[@americanbystandard]

Hope i won the give away

[@melissa007ish]

These look...ok? There are certainly better looking shoes out there. Don't get the hype for On.

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s in vogue atm - their running shoes have very specific applications , not for everyone for sure

[@peterlappland]

Don't like the look sadly

[@gregher4621]

🗑

[@AnbenK]

seems like a very normal shoe, but overpriced.

[@HYousif-u6s]

Worst tennis shoes I've ever used. Incredibly painful. Very stiff, very unnatural. I developed pain in my toes, soles, ankles knees after using them I unfortunately gave them a too long of a 2 weeks chance. And will probably need to take a long break from tennis until my feet recover. They tried too hard with the design and ended it up with a completely impractical useless shoe. It's a shame Federer's name is on it. I think the knew of these problems and should've discontinued these shoes but here we are again with another greed story.

[@milancvetkovic1601]

Those poor toes are so squished.

[@FootDoctorZach]

This model is made exactly to Federer’s forefoot last - it’s about as anatomic as it gets

[@milancvetkovic1601]

@@FootDoctorZach Sir, the company might made a shoe for his feet but also for all the users in the world. His toes are aligned so bad that they scream 😀 Much love

[@WalkerKlondyke]

It's just so ugly!