Most Cushioned Shoe?

[Ronaldo]

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.

6pm but not sure if the re-issues are as good as the original.

[JGads]

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.

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 -

Asics has no place in a conversation about cushioning? Huh? The Gel Resolution 3s and 4s are some of the cushiest things out there.

And not sure about other Lottos, but the Lotto Syn Raptor II was my very favorite shoe of all time. Pillows, but fast feeling. Just loved them. Would have stocked up but by the time I needed another pair they were nowhere to be found. The next version of the Raptor unfortunately became a skinny-foot shoe, but those Syn Raptor IIs were bananas good.

[Kevin T]

Originally Posted by JGads

Asics has no place in a conversation about cushioning? Huh? The Gel Resolution 3s and 4s are some of the cushiest things out there.

And not sure about other Lottos, but the Lotto Syn Raptor II was my very favorite shoe of all time. Pillows, but fast feeling. Just loved them. Would have stocked up but by the time I needed another pair they were nowhere to be found. The next version of the Raptor unfortunately became a skinny-foot shoe, but those Syn Raptor IIs were bananas good.

Agreed. I go 6'3", 225# and the Asics Res 3 and 4 are near the top for me. I love the Lotto cushioning system but they don't fit my foot shape/type. Same with me for Yonex...cushioning feels nice but similar to TW Chris' review, they seem to force my foot into pronation (only other tennis shoe that did that was the old Mizuno Lendl model), making them unwearable. I have the NB 996 on order and if they don't work out, it's Asics for me.

[JGads]

Originally Posted by Kevin T

Agreed. I go 6'3", 225# and the Asics Res 3 and 4 are near the top for me. I love the Lotto cushioning system but they don't fit my foot shape/type. Same with me for Yonex...cushioning feels nice but similar to TW Chris' review, they seem to force my foot into pronation (only other tennis shoe that did that was the old Mizuno Lendl model), making them unwearable. I have the NB 996 on order and if they don't work out, it's Asics for me.

Curious about those 996s. I loved the 851s as a match shoe. SO fast feeling. Minimal cushioning though. But all in all was a big fan.

[Boricua]

It all depends. I have 308s and bought GR4s. Both comfortable but I feel the 308s give me much more stability to protect my feet especially my ankles. Gr4 have a running shoe fit. I prefer the 308 much more.

[bosssauce]

I like the v courts by babolat the most

[KFwinds]

I have owned the Gel Resolution 2 through 4 (had to sell these), Barricade 2 (four pair),3, and 6, and Lotto Raptor Ultra 2's. None of these shoes come close to the cushioning of Prince T series, Wilson Tour Ikons, or Yonex 308. Fact.

[KFwinds]

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[KFwinds]

Originally Posted by JGads

Asics has no place in a conversation about cushioning? Huh? The Gel Resolution 3s and 4s are some of the cushiest things out there.

And not sure about other Lottos, but the Lotto Syn Raptor II was my very favorite shoe of all time. Pillows, but fast feeling. Just loved them. Would have stocked up but by the time I needed another pair they were nowhere to be found. The next version of the Raptor unfortunately became a skinny-foot shoe, but those Syn Raptor IIs were bananas good.

Tried the Asics Resolution 2,3, and 4. They were anything but "cushy".

[KFwinds]

Originally Posted by bosssauce

I like the v courts by babolat the most

Babolat shoes are actually not that bad when it comes to cushioning. I tried on a pair of the SFX and would have made the purchase, but the forefoot was a bit "sloppy" (too much extra room) for my feet.

[bosssauce]

Originally Posted by KFwinds

Babolat shoes are actually not that bad when it comes to cushioning. I tried on a pair of the SFX and would have made the purchase, but the forefoot was a bit "sloppy" (too much extra room) for my feet.

Thats what I thought of cb 4.3

[siata94]

reviving an old thread...

I'm on my 5th or 6th pairs of T22s and used to think they were all that (before that Barricades and some Nikes) until I started having issues with them, after each session, the next day everything aches. Then I tried on a pair of MC4 and never had a single ache, by far the most cushioned shoes I've ever tried. Unfor they finally wore out and last night, reluctantly took out my last new pair of T22s and immediately felt like walking on bricks and the aches returned.

What did Prince replace the MC4 with? I've tried Asics GR (can't remember version, maybe 2s) and could never get used to the lack of top lacing holes, felt like wearing slippers.

[Ronaldo]

Originally Posted by siata94

reviving an old thread...

I'm on my 5th or 6th pairs of T22s and used to think they were all that (before that Barricades and some Nikes) until I started having issues with them, after each session, the next day everything aches. Then I tried on a pair of MC4 and never had a single ache, by far the most cushioned shoes I've ever tried. Unfor they finally wore out and last night, reluctantly took out my last new pair of T22s and immediately felt like walking on bricks and the aches returned.

What did Prince replace the MC4 with? I've tried Asics GR (can't remember version, maybe 2s) and could never get used to the lack of top lacing holes, felt like wearing slippers.

http://web.archive.org/web/200904100...MBKReview.html

[siata94]

Thanks for the link Ronaldo, imo that review is pretty accurate concerning the comforts of the MC4s.

But what to replace them with now that Prince no longer makes the MC4s?

[Ronaldo]

Originally Posted by siata94

Thanks for the link Ronaldo, imo that review is pretty accurate concerning the comforts of the MC4s.

But what to replace them with now that Prince no longer makes the MC4s?

May be time to ask TW, http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/forumdisplay.php?f=25


Btw, owned the MV4 and now wonder if the K-Swiss Tube technology provides as cushioned a ride as the Prince shoe?

[siata94]

last night tried on a few pairs of shoes:

Babolat Propulse 4
Babolat V Pro
Babolat SFX
Asics Gel Res 5
Nike CourtBallistic 4.3

Based on stomping around in the store, the SFX had the most cushioning both forefoot and heel. The others had decent (but less) heel cushioning but far less on forefoot. I ended up w/ a pair of SFX, can't wait to give them a try. TW review comfort rating for the V Pro is 48, SFX 46 but imo the SFX was much more cushy by far.

[parasailing]

I say the Vapor 9s have great cushioning especially if you are on your balls of your feet. Propulse 3s have great heel cushioning but forefoot cushioning was skimpy. Asic GR 3s and 4s have good cushioning but too firm feeling.

[AYone]

Agree with all the comments about Babolat SFX. Those shoes are heavenly.

[10smonkey]

As a shoe playtester with over 60 pairs of shoes in my closet i would vote for the new wilson rush pro ....excellent cushioning

[CFreeborn]

Can anyone comment on if the Prince t-14 or 24 have the same construction (cushioning) as the T-22? Price sure is appealing on those 2 models...
Thanks.