Tennis is a game of quick stops and starts, short sprints and frequent lateral movement—and you need footwear that can stand up to your game.
Think about your playing style, court surface and personal preferences when selecting your new pair of tennis shoes. All of these factors are crucial in ensuring you not just play at your best, but also your most comfortable. As of recently, shoe companies have been introducing new footwear options to keep you moving once you start hitting the courts. This includes shoes with new and additional cushioning, stability, durability, support, and speed.
Below we will be talking about the latest offerings companies have put out in the world of 2020 tennis shoes, taking a look at what’s being offered in the market right now.
Asics Gel Resolution 8
A new recreation of the Asics Gel Resolution line, created Gael Monfils kicks our list off with a newly designed shoe for 360-degree movement instead of the conventional side-to-side older users are familiar with. The pattern provides flexibility that also acts as protection, but without stiffness or bulk. Moreover, the design includes an underfoot TPI piece to help for quicker recovery. A heavier model than the others on this list, the running styled shoe offers an impressive amount of cushioning, breathability, stability and comfort.
Wilson Kaos 3
A new arch support aims to improve the comfort for the Kaos line, with new mesh vents to help with breathability and reduce bulk while still ensuring support on lateral movement. This lightweight pair balances the need for stability and flexibility. The shoe is speed-focused, with so many new features that fans consider it to be one of the most impressive shoes Wilson has put to date
K-Swiss Hypercourt Supreme
The brands most popular series gets a new pinnacle design, incorporating technologies that offer maximum energy return and elevated outsole durability, while focusing as well on comfort and security. The step-in feel of the shoe creates immediate comfort on and off the court. With this shoe, you can expect a shoe that improves the underfoot feel and upper construction without a crazy amount of stability.
New Balance FuelCell 996v4
By using an all-mew “Hypoknit Upper”, NB looks to create strategic areas of stretch and support on the brand’s premium lightweight product. Being on the lightest options of 2020, it boasts a balance between cushioning and speed. Having no bulk at all, the cushioning from the FuelCell is certainly subtle, and the shoe comes low to the ground with plenty of flexibility for players looking for a speed shoe that doesn’t eliminate comfort.
Babolat Jet Terre
Lastly, we have the Babolat Jet Terre. The shoe goes all-in on its flexible mesh upper design but includes upper support as well. The michelin rubber outsole provides traction and durability. The mesh offers plenty of step-in comfort, and the lightweight nature of the shoe and the pure comfort helps in eliminating any doubts that pro players may notice from it
All in all, each and every shoe has their pros and cons, and each player perceives these factors differently. What’s important here is finding what best suits you, to ensure the exceptional playing we all look for.
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