Most Cushioned Shoe?

[imajica77]

Hi JMcQ, I was 49 when I had my left knee replaced and 51 for the right knee. I feel it was the best thing I ever did. Yes it was rough to say the least. The first knee was the worst but was back playing in two months. The right knee was much easier. I was back playing one day shy of a month (don't tell my doc though). My movement will never be like it was when I was younger. But I can play a decent game of singles and am still killer at doubles. If it comes to that with arthritis I wouldn't hesitate. It has given me a new lease on life. Hope your doing better.

[CFreeborn]

Reviving this thread on account of my 55 year old feet could use some relief.
Asics. Would love to find something in the sale bin if I could. Currently wear RF's (last years model) Considering Gel 4 or what?
-C

[CFreeborn]

Reviving this thread on account of my 55 year old feet could use some relief. Would love to find something in the sale bin if I could. Currently wear RF's (last years model) Considering Gel 4 or what?
-C

[max]

I was really disappointed with my Asics Gel Res 2s. An okay amount of cushioning, but very minimal support. Felt like a pad of rubber underfoot. . . in a bad way, not a good way.

I have Asics running shoes which work well. Any comment on the Gel Res 2's? Or are they like all the Gel REzs (and I should avoidO).

[Boredsurfer]

My vote is Prince T-22's, then the Asics Rev 3 or 4 and finally the barricade 5's (and 2's - I still think Adidas should have never stopped making them).

[tball]

Adidas Stan Smith / Rod Laver / Forest Hills / Tennis Comfort.

[hcb0804]

Originally Posted by CFreeborn

Reviving this thread on account of my 55 year old feet could use some relief. Would love to find something in the sale bin if I could. Currently wear RF's (last years model) Considering Gel 4 or what?
-C

Yonex 308. On sale, great fit, very cushioned. I am 59, & my feet love 'em.

[Herve]

I routinely play with Nikes Vapor 9, 2k12, Lotto Raptor, Diadora Speed Star and Asics shoes, but every time i feel my knees need a break from the hards pounding they get playing on hard courts all the time, i turn to my Yonex SH 308.
They are, by far, the most forgiving shoes for worn-out knees. They feel like slippers, are light and stable and provide good traction.

The Raptor isn't bad, but my gripe with those is the lacing system which sometimes becomes loose.

In summary, the Nike zoom air unit is comfortable enough, but when additional TLC is required for my knees, i go to my trusted Yonex.

[Maui19]

The Asics Solution Speeds are the most cushioned tennis shoe I've ever worn.

[Hominator]

Babolat SFX are the most well-cushioned shoes I've ever worn. Really wide, too.

[mmk]

Originally Posted by hcb0804

Yonex 308. On sale, great fit, very cushioned. I am 59, & my feet love 'em.

I tried them on this weekend, I liked them a lot except that for me the arch was too far back (too close to the heel).

[parasailing]

Originally Posted by Maui19

The Asics Solution Speeds are the most cushioned tennis shoe I've ever worn.

They are decent but I prefer the Vapor 9s and Adidas Featherlight 2s with the Vapor 9s having better support and fit.

[AtTheNet]

Originally Posted by tball

Adidas Stan Smith / Rod Laver / Forest Hills / Tennis Comfort.

I played in the Stan Smiths back in the mid-70's, thought they were a great shoe. I wouldn't mind trying them again, but having trouble finding them online. Can you suggest a source? Most sites I've found that carry them have really limited sizes. Thanks.

[PhotoBlue]

Originally Posted by Maui19

The Asics Solution Speeds are the most cushioned tennis shoe I've ever worn.

Really? I found those shoes really hard on my feet and ankles. Not to mention extremely slippery soles. I recommend V9 or 308.

[KFwinds]

Because of issues I've had with my feet, I have bought or tried on just about everything looking for the maximum amount of cushioning. First off, the mention of Nike, Adidas, Asics, or Lotto has no place in a conversation about shoe cushioning as these brands tend to have the LEAST amount of cushioning compared to some other brands.

Now for the winners in this category: Prince (T series are my favs), Wilson Tour Ikon, Yonex, Fila, and some KSwiss models. The Wilson and Prince shoes have the most cushioning I have yet to find in a shoe. Fila's are nice for comfort but lack in stability and durability. KSwiss Bigshots have a nice amount of cushioning, they just don't fit my feet quite as well as Wilson or Prince. Can't go wrong with Yonex though; they are a fantastic all-around shoe with substantial cushioning.

Hope this helps -

[Ronaldo]

What insoles do you put into these shoes? Found the SorboAir and Tulis Roadrunner Insoles to really add cushioning.

[newyorkstadium]

If you look at my thread, so far the CB 4.3 has the highest measured heel.

http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=434439

[KFwinds]

Originally Posted by Ronaldo

What insoles do you put into these shoes? Found the SorboAir and Tulis Roadrunner Insoles to really add cushioning.

Those are both great, and I can also recommend Superfeet and Spenco Polysorb (although these are rather thick and require a shoe with a deep heel cup). My favorite insoles so far are the custom-molded Footbalance insoles, which I use in my Wilson and Prince shoes.

[NJ1]

Originally Posted by KFwinds

Because of issues I've had with my feet, I have bought or tried on just about everything looking for the maximum amount of cushioning. First off, the mention of Nike, Adidas, Asics, or Lotto has no place in a conversation about shoe cushioning as these brands tend to have the LEAST amount of cushioning compared to some other brands.

Good to hear your well-considered thoughts but it must be said that this is all in your opinion. Just because you perceive these to have less cushioning does not make it so, I find the cushioning of Wilson shoes too soft and squidgy and offering poor response to compression compared to say Asics Gels or B7s.

What works for one of us may not work for others. Good luck with the knees, it's great to be able to pick from such a variety of shoes that allow us to keep playing this game.

[tball]

Originally Posted by AtTheNet

I played in the Stan Smiths back in the mid-70's, thought they were a great shoe. I wouldn't mind trying them again, but having trouble finding them online. Can you suggest a source? Most sites I've found that carry them have really limited sizes. Thanks.

I had that trouble too; had to switch to Forest Hills (which are close, just heavier/bulkier), but now even those are gone. Tried some of the hightly-touted "tennis" shoes, but thought they were horrible. Tried some cheap ones -- those tore up on me in 4 outings.