Ultimate Tennis Shoe Buyers Guide Summer 2024

Foot doctor reviews the best shoes for tennis for every foot type, game style and injury body type or chronic condition you may be bringing to the tennis court
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What are the best tennis shoes for every foot type, game style, and body / injury condition? There have been so many new tennis shoes releasing this year and so many have been winners but these are the best shoes for all tennis players out of the extra large pool of contenders.
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:11 How to use the Ultimate Tennis Shoe Buyers Guide
01:17 Best tennis shoes for wide feet
02:14 Best tennis shoes for narrow feet
02:43 Best tennis shoes for true width feet
03:18 Best tennis shoes for high arches
04:03 Best tennis shoes for flat arches
05:02 Best tennis shoes for medium arches
05:23 Best tennis shoes for braces and orthotics
06:01 Best tennis shoes for multiple matches in a day
07:12 Best tennis shoes for serve and volley
08:02 Best tennis shoes for hard court sliding
09:18 Best tennis shoes for big serve plus 1
10:29 Best tennis shoes for baseline grinding
11:19 Best tennis shoes for speed
12:12 Best tennis shoes for an all court game
13:06 Best tennis shoes for multiple surfaces
13:57 Best tennis shoes for carpet and grass
14:45 Best tennis shoes for pickleball
15:10 Best tennis shoes for durability
16:02 Best tennis shoes for heel pain
18:16 Best tennis shoes for ankle sprainers
19:17 Best tennis shoes for tendinitis and arch pain, strain
19:45 Best tennis shoes for ball of foot pain
20:18 Best tennis shoes for shin splints
20:45 Best tennis shoes for foot arthritis
21:26 Best tennis shoes for knee, hip and back pain
21:57 Best tennis shoes for heavy and light weight players
22:44 Best tennis shoes for excessive sweating and heat
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[@FootDoctorZach]

ERRORS: Should read Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour 6 not 5 where applicable

[@petertran383]

Mate your videos are so honest and fair thank you for making these it’s so much info condensed well

[@HungryIsh]

Hey Zach, love this type of video! Are you able to do a similar video for indoor court shoes for sports like badminton, squash etc?

[@tenniswarehouse]

Pretty sure a certain Mr Djokovic would attest to the Court FF3's ability to slide well on hardcourts lol

[@lucaritivoi8407]

Doesn’t use the exact retail ones

[@mxpxman31]

I was literally just searching through all of your playlists hoping you had one of these best of videos for tennis/PICKLEBALL! Thank you!

[@user-ms5sz3ln6z]

Thank youf or this, its always a great series to watch. Maybe you could add a category for best bounce or response, but Thats just an idea. thanks!

[@xhen659]

Omg thank you so much, that’s for the addition of the multiple matches and durability category

[@mylesgalos6465]

Thanks for the vid

[@Cesarini77]

As always great video, very comprehensive and covering basically all the doubt a tennis player could have. Thank you.

[@FootDoctorZach]

Glad it helped you

[@lanersm56]

Narrow foot & hart court slider, Nike Vapor 9.5s are my grail shoes. So glad they e relaunched them in the past 12 months. Great video, thanks!

[@neo-ho9ci]

Love the output doc, keep up the great work!!!

[@FootDoctorZach]

I appreciate you

[@DerekBradPhotography]

I use to wear the old barricades from back in the Andy Murray days. Still can’t find anything like them past several years. Any recommendations?

[@emjay9323]

Thanks so much Dr. Zach. Because of your recommendation, I snagged a pair of the KSwiss Hypercourt Express that I found at a decent price on Amazon Warehouse, and they fit great and are comfortable. I have a spare pair of Oboz inserts that I will put in them, and that should really help my stability. I will let you know how it goes when I hit the court.

[@Famouss]

So true.. my lacoste is still the best shoe by far. Getting my hands on the roger pro next. 😊

[@pneptunes]

Incredible work as always, thank you Zach. Any luck with the Roger Clubhouse Pro?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Thank you - I put an email in asking if there were still coming so who knows

[@philiprailton8206]

Hiya Zach, I was wondering which section is the most relevant for Padel tennis?

[@applesforakbar]

Great list, I wouldn't inlcude the Lacoste Ultras on durability though, I go through that shoe in about 2.5 months, the outsole is very soft.

[@Harshy40]

Hey Zach- would love to see your review the Diadem Court Burst shoe, as they make great rackets & accessories

[@mex5341]

soooo looks like Barricade 13 will be the best choice , cuz its almost in every category and take first places

[@dustyroot4708]

Shout out to my personal favorite, Lotto Raptor. It’s on every one of these lists!

[@David-1216]

What do you think of the insoles that new balance sells?

[@assas1n2002]

Hi! Whats your opinion on the Lotto Mirage 200?

[@douglasrappin2892]

Thanks for the vid! "Low Volume Heel" would be nice additional category - Personally - Always on the look out for performance shoes that feel like an Alden Indy combo last - thanks!

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s a category attached to best for orthotics and braces

[@douglasrappin2892]

@@FootDoctorZach thanks :)

[@andrewseung2692]

Any recommendations for insoles regarding plantar fasciitis and having a low arch? Looking to put these into the gel resolution 9 2E

[@MarshallSullivan-sq2tw]

any suggestions for players who have bunions? should you shop for shoes based upon having bunions? thanks!

[@witnessG6]

Confused by the FF3 be included in the durability list. Ran through 5-6 pairs of those in about as many months. Rubber was Charmin soft for me

[@markmoorefineart7453]

Dr. Zach, what would you say are the best shoes out there for players dealing with NEUROPATHY?

[@alvin2559]

Can you review the Converse g4 low ❤

[@jeonghyunoh2179]

Even if the shoe fits true to size should I go a half size up if I’m planning to put an orthotic in the shoe?

[@Cptgreys]

Still have my (several color ways of each) vapor pro HC and vapor 10x. Best shoes ever if you can get your hands on them. Wear size half up due to the narrower fit. Best movement and just enough cushion.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I don’t disagree

[@CHIRSJS33]

I was waiting this guide by last week and I bought 2021barricade 40 off

[@soljaime]

Did the Nike GP Challenge 1 make any of the lists?

[@aujalf]

Hi Zach, difficult question for you please, just wondering what you’d recommend for a narrow foot but with some minor hammer toes, and whose had plantar fasciitis surgery in the past, and needing good ankle support, in a clay version please, thanks.

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s all in this video - just find the shoe that matches all those descriptions

[@andreapitts7023]

If you had to pick between the mizuno wave enforce tour or the new balance CT rally for comfort, shock absorption and speed which one would you pick . I have been an avid fan of the diadora blue shield and the jet match 3 . I’m looking for something different that has shock absorption and is speedy

[@FootDoctorZach]

Just personal preference - they're both good- id check my top 5 tennis video and maybe that will also give some context

[@ethankrafft9386]

what would be considered a heavier or lighter player?

[@cesarandresmozo234]

lately, I have suffered of black toenail from tennis in hard court. not sure what could be the culprit. could that be a category?

[@gabrielherrero5829]

how about shoes for Padel?

[@fitstoic1329]

any recommendations for people who just want wide-toe box tennis shoe like altra who do have wide feet

[@masonwrisley2748]

Have you gotten a chance to review the Lacoste AG LT23 lite yet?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Yep- they were pretty minimal feeling- nothing really to talk about tbh

[@friarcisco8717]

Gel res 9 is killing the bottom of my feet (gray yellow). Never had this issue before. I put custom insoles and same issue.

[@NicholasBreeze-gw9wp]

Great vid 2nd time asking if you could do one for volleyball shoes or even basketball/tennis shoes recommended for volleyball Thanks.

[@zDerezzed]

Weartesters has a writer who plays volleyball and regularly updates his list with the best shoes for volleyball.

[@NicholasBreeze-gw9wp]

Sweet thanks!!!

[@zDerezzed]

@NicholasBreeze-gw9wp No problem. I personally have tried and strongly recommend Lebron 20 & 21s and Puma All Pro Nitro.

[@derekpappas1556]

You still place the Mizuno wave exceed tour 5 in your listing. Has the tour 6 not enhanced the functions of the 5 or been enough to enter your listing ? from what I heard , the 6 has increased the cushion and or comfort at the balls of the feet and enhancements in other categories . I am unsure if you have received this shoe for testing as yet . Durability and weight seems to be the biggest problem with the lt23 ultra . How long can it last if you are not sliding a great deal in the lacoste and per capability, can it last long enough to reach its ideal performance level vs the exceed tour 6 ? Thak You .

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s just a typo - I just did a review on them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faikkmdjltdmgpY

[@grainsdor]

Hey Zack, Your reviews are my reference for buying a tennis shoe. Can you tell me what are the most durable outsole tennis shoes. I drag a lot my foot specifically on my backhand and I need something really durable. I ve been replacing my shoes almost every 3 t 4 months. Thanks

[@FootDoctorZach]

There’s a section in this video named best tennis shoes for durability

[@grainsdor]

@@FootDoctorZach thanks 😉👍

[@marlonteekah1]

Any reviews coming for ON Roger clubhouse pro? Thx

[@FootDoctorZach]

I thought i was getting it around launch but it never came- so we'll see

[@maxnankin]

Zach, could you do a review of the new On The Roger Pro 2

[@FootDoctorZach]

Whenever they come in the mail

[@LeJohnz]

Based on initial looks, do you think mizuno’s wave exceed tour 6 would’ve shown up on more of these categories like the enforce did? Or basically same as the 5?

[@FootDoctorZach]

It’s a typo- should read 6- I made a pinned comment on it

[@villiam7941]

Best shoe for clay court 2024 would be helpful. If not, just the best good looking shoe category is a must 🙂

[@FootDoctorZach]

List still the same as last year just take the mirage 300 out and put the eclipsion 5 in

[@rcyc]

How about a guide for the best tennis shoes from say $50 - 99, $100 - 149, $150 & above?

[@emjay9323]

Yeah, it's been a long time since I bought court shoes and I can't believe how expensive good ones are now.

[@nicholaskohs5727]

This is effectively just an amazing service to help people who can't sort through all of the offerings and just great stuff

[@FootDoctorZach]

Glad it’s helping you 👍

[@theeeonendonly26]

Can i use the Lacoste Ag-lt 23 ultra on hard and grass courts? has similar pattern to the barricade but not full herringbone

[@FootDoctorZach]

I wouldnt use them on grass but thats just me

[@BennaiMusic]

I am just getting back on the court after 4 weeks due to turf toe suffered on a tennis court. what show you recommend or brace i should wear in a shoe

[@FootDoctorZach]

There’s a whole section on forefoot / ball of foot pain

[@bruno_mart]

What incremental information do we get with the paid shoe guide, versus what is shown on this video and individual shoe reviews? Or is it "just" a way to visually compare a bunch of info that is scattered across your videos?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Its just all the stats and numbers on a google sheet that you can organize how you wish to compare the stat you want

[@shawnmurphy498]

One category that might be a little niche is I’m a 13.5 which no one makes(and no one carries 14 in a shop, so trying on is impossible). Do you have any recommendations for figuring out which shoes would work well for that?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Ive got you covered: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaLRaZ5pqbufbMU

[@buffalufacus]

Do you happen to know if manufacturers keep things pretty consistent across the shoe lines in regards to men vs women? My wife and I are getting into pickleball (more like me transitioning from tennis) and she is not used to wearing... Let's say... Real shoes for athletic endeavors. She probably won't want to shell out $150-200, but I picked up a pair of NB 996v5 for $70, if the women's version has the same build and accolades, I'd get her to try those for that price as well! Love the videos as always! The best on KZbin for shoes!

[@FootDoctorZach]

The men’s is usually a few mm wider unless the sizing says unisex - if she has a bit wider foot she may like the mens more tbh

[@eduardonovais7235]

How can you possibly add the solution speed FF3 to your list? I have been using the solutions speed line for years, but the three is really poor quality. They messed up the shoe size fitting, the song can never stay in the midline and always slips out. This is such a downgrade and disappointment in comparison to the quality of previous versions!

[@djozhuaphilipherrera1873]

Hey zach! can u make a the best slides for recovery, example Wow boom slides, Rigorer Shark 2.0

[@FootDoctorZach]

I actually have my own coming out soon so watch out for them

[@duznoh]

damn bro deserving like

[@DrBoomBoomboom]

Are you able to do a list of the best shoes for volleyball?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Probably no time soon, just not enough bandwidth

[@MoshHD]

I’ve been playing with Yonex Eclipsion 4s for a couple years. Tried and true for me, great fit for my narrow foot and provides plenty of cushion. But the main issue I have, which has me trying out different shoes as a replacement, is that the tongue just will not stay centered. Constantly having to pull it out as it goes sideways and causes uncomfortability. Any suggestions on dealing with this? Or know if the Eclipsion 5 tongue is any different and would not move around so much? Thanks all!

[@FootDoctorZach]

The 5's tongue has the same lace hole stabilizer so yeah they're the same in terms of that - review should be up soon its just been raining every day i try and go out with them so hopefully itll be up next week

[@jonk.6161]

Don't see the HEAD 3.5 anywhere?

[@TheDrakulie]

Are you ever going to review the new Yonex eclipsion 5 ? Thanks

[@FootDoctorZach]

This week coming- I didnt get them until a few days ago and its ben raining every time i try to go out -

[@TheDrakulie]

@@FootDoctorZach this shoe is insane, by far Yonex's best shoe ever.

[@shaharyar4093]

Best value shoe? Best under $100?

[@emanuelebortolazzi1365]

Múnich Pads the best Imao

[@taquangson2134]

i don't see lacoste AG-LT23 lite at list

[@FootDoctorZach]

Wasn’t a fan

[@Mrtn27]

At this point Mizuno Wave Enforce Tour is the best shoe

[@briansmith5120]

Is there one coming for running shoes too?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Ive been wondering the same thing haha- honestly although I could do a list Id like to have actual reviews on all the shoes that people can watch first - hopefully in the summertime if my production output is high I can- tough though with alllllllll the running shoes out there

[@briansmith5120]

@@FootDoctorZach ok!

[@runderwood340]

Would you ever play basketball in one of these

[@tirsoalvarez918]

Can you include volleyball shoes in your content?

[@FootDoctorZach]

Maybe someday when I have more bandwidth - right now it’s tough just to keep up with tennis hoops pickle and running

[@RollinLeonard]

Barricades are not the same anymore. Much mushy and bad.

[@nathanmilsaps9843]

Where is the link for the pickleball shoes? I still think you are sleeping on shoes from brands like Montis, Tyrol, Diadem, etc... Need reviews of those, not just the same tennis / basketball shoes over and over. Always putting out good videos though.

[@FootDoctorZach]

I’ve tried them- maybe in the future but I only have so much bandwidth

[@nathanmilsaps9843]

@@FootDoctorZach I'll keep a look out with my fingers crossed.

[@Agent77X]

Nike and Adidas tennis are just crap these days! My Walmart tennis shoe last 6 month and cost only $40! Barricades cost $140 and last me a month!😂 On the reviews here, I will try a new pair of Barricades on at the local tennis store and see hoe they feel.😊

[@cossav2560]

I don't really like this format. There are multiple aspects of a shoe i care about.