Asics Gel Resolution X (10)

sabershirou

New User
Ended up trying these today, since I could return them (even used) and I’ve long been an Asics loyalist with my favorites being the original Speed 2, Gel Res 5, Court FF (original) and Gel Res 9 (with straps cut). But I just don’t like them. I ordered a half size down from my GR9 size, as reviews indicated, but feel I would have been better off trying my regular size as maybe I’d have liked the wider fit as my wide forefoot barely gets along with the GR9, but just barely. But since it gets along at all and I have a very stubborn foot I decided to go with the suggested half down in this since Rackets and Runners said a half size down was even wider than the half size up GR9. For me, I found them to be the same, and the insoles are exactly the same width and shape to my eyes. Then add the even more stout dynawall all around the shoe, which I really felt at the midfoot, and side comfort as well as upper comfort was definitely less.…

While the heel seems more cushioned, I just felt that the whole shoe felt clunky. Overdone. My heel slipped a bit even with a super tight lace up, and once that super tight lace up was done I was being strangled with dynawall pressure on the sides plus lace/upper pressure from the more stiff rubber up top.

All in all I can only say that by the end of the session my feet were aching to be out of these, or at least aching to be back into a GR9, which is just more nimble, supple, fast feeling and doesn’t have the same heel slippage with lace alterations up top (and in spite of not having that higher medial) — and having all the stability any average rec player could possibly need. I’ll leave the GRX stability level and even greater rigidity for pros and crazy talented movers/sliders who need their shoes to survive a grenade (credit to the poster who wrote that), and I’ll get some more GR9s while I can. In the future I’ll move to the Court FF if I need to. Or something else entirely.

A couple other posters and GR9 fans like AC Tennis had already made me feel this shoe wouldn’t be for me, but needed to confirm it, being an Asics guy. Sad they just overdid this one - at least to me. My two cents.
I share the sentiment that it is overdesigned, especially with that Dynawall making the entire shoe design look so convoluted. It's no longer a simple design that looks and plays sleek.

Put it this way, if I wanted an Asics shoe with all the bells and whistles, I would've bought the Court FF. I've already stocked up on the 9s in the hopes that the 11 will be a return to a simpler design.
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
I share the sentiment that it is overdesigned, especially with that Dynawall making the entire shoe design look so convoluted. It's no longer a simple design that looks and plays sleek.

Put it this way, if I wanted an Asics shoe with all the bells and whistles, I would've bought the Court FF. I've already stocked up on the 9s in the hopes that the 11 will be a return to a simpler design.
This is the move, for 9 fans. I feel like they could conceivably have a “heavy duty/Pro” version of the shoe that’s built like a tank and has the lace protection for sliders, as well as a scaled down version for us regular Joes. The 9 is just an awesome shoe.

Building a higher medial so as to hide the lace makes it feel (and look) a bit strange but also when the lace is on the inside of the shoe it seems to make cinching or making a runner’s knot more difficult/annoying, so then you have some heel slippage.

Overall, I just don’t like “feeling” my shoe when I’m playing and I felt this 10 constantly in various ways and spots. And I just felt slow/clunky in them.
 

yourtennisfit

Professional
Ended up trying these today, since I could return them (even used) and I’ve long been an Asics loyalist with my favorites being the original Speed 2, Gel Res 5, Court FF (original) and Gel Res 9 (with straps cut). But I just don’t like them. I ordered a half size down from my GR9 size, as reviews indicated, but feel I would have been better off trying my regular size as maybe I’d have liked the wider fit as my wide forefoot barely gets along with the GR9, but just barely. But since it gets along at all and I have a very stubborn foot I decided to go with the suggested half down in this since Rackets and Runners said a half size down was even wider than the half size up GR9. For me, I found them to be the same, and the insoles are exactly the same width and shape to my eyes. Then add the even more stout dynawall all around the shoe, which I really felt at the midfoot, and side comfort as well as upper comfort was definitely less.…

While the heel seems more cushioned, I just felt that the whole shoe felt clunky. Overdone. My heel slipped a bit even with a super tight lace up, and once that super tight lace up was done I was being strangled with dynawall pressure on the sides plus lace/upper pressure from the more stiff rubber up top.

All in all I can only say that by the end of the session my feet were aching to be out of these, or at least aching to be back into a GR9, which is just more nimble, supple, fast feeling and doesn’t have the same heel slippage with lace alterations up top (and in spite of not having that higher medial) — and having all the stability any average rec player could possibly need. I’ll leave the GRX stability level and even greater rigidity for pros and crazy talented movers/sliders who need their shoes to survive a grenade (credit to the poster who wrote that), and I’ll get some more GR9s while I can. In the future I’ll move to the Court FF if I need to. Or something else entirely.

A couple other posters and GR9 fans like AC Tennis had already made me feel this shoe wouldn’t be for me, but needed to confirm it, being an Asics guy. Sad they just overdid this one - at least to me. My two cents.

So you tried a size smaller than your size, just because someone on the internet said so.
It turned out to be a bit small and hurt your foot and now we complain about the shoe?

Don't get me wrong, there might be more to this but I would first try the shoe in my actual size
I don't think that Asics suddenly changed sizes too much and most likely designed them true to their usual sizing
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
So you tried a size smaller than your size, just because someone on the internet said so.
It turned out to be a bit small and hurt your foot and now we complain about the shoe?

Don't get me wrong, there might be more to this but I would first try the shoe in my actual size
I don't think that Asics suddenly changed sizes too much and most likely designed them true to their usual sizing
Only relaying my experience, man. As I said and admitted that I would have preferred my regular size (but like 3 out of 4 reviewers recommended going a half down to get the same fit as the 9, including the R&R guy who claimed the half size down 10 was still wider/larger than the 9, so give me a small break there…) but there are also enough qualities of feeling clunky and heavier in the smaller fit as well as the heel slippage issue, which I think would all mostly end up being even worse with the next size up/my true size, even if the fit would be wider.

But with the 9 it’s just way more what I know I like already. A lot of what I’m saying is just meant to alert people to maybe go TTS if they have a wider foot, contrary to what’s out there. And that big fans of the 9 will be getting a much more built up shoe in the 10. That’s all I’m trying to relay. Of course everyone’s foot and experience may vary.
 
I went with my normal size after walking around the house enough. Played in these last night and after 3 games, I was regretting my choice. I have a wider foot but i still should have sized down in these. I was have a little toe jamming because of my foot moving. BUT. Everything else feels good. Great stability, good cushion. Not clunky like others have said.
 

pandainlove

New User
This is the move, for 9 fans. I feel like they could conceivably have a “heavy duty/Pro” version of the shoe that’s built like a tank and has the lace protection for sliders, as well as a scaled down version for us regular Joes. The 9 is just an awesome shoe.

Building a higher medial so as to hide the lace makes it feel (and look) a bit strange but also when the lace is on the inside of the shoe it seems to make cinching or making a runner’s knot more difficult/annoying, so then you have some heel slippage.

Overall, I just don’t like “feeling” my shoe when I’m playing and I felt this 10 constantly in various ways and spots. And I just felt slow/clunky in them.
Just curious. Have you tried the gel challenger? I am just reading its description. It sounds a more recreational player friendly, scaled down version of gel resolution.
I am buying resolution only because I know my son can destroy its outsole in 4 months, so I don't have much to choose. (although I am still trying to persuade him to switch to barricade).
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
Just curious. Have you tried the gel challenger? I am just reading its description. It sounds a more recreational player friendly, scaled down version of gel resolution.
I am buying resolution only because I know my son can destroy its outsole in 4 months, so I don't have much to choose. (although I am still trying to persuade him to switch to barricade).
Never have.
 

AZJ1973

Rookie
My GR X's came yesterday, and they are already in the box ready to be shipped back. I could tell just by wearing them around the house for 20 minutes that this was not the shoe for my game.

I wish I would have stocked up on the GR 9's, I could have easily played for 2-4 years in any of the navy blue based GR 9's and been very happy.

WIthin the last couple of weeks I have tried the Lacoste Ultra, both TTS and up a 1/2 size, and neither fit well. The size 10 felt way too tight side to side, and the 10.5's felt too long. Maybe I have issues. I re-tried the FF3's but I just cannot get over the disconnected feel. It just feels like the shoe is too far off the ground.

The shoe that is on the way is the Wilson Rush Pro 4.5. I am not sure how it will compare to my beloved GR 8 and GR 9, but it is comfortble, seems speedy and lightweight, and even though it is not durable, it comes with a 6-month warranty. I have never used the 6-month warranty on any of my shoes so it will be interesting to see if I need it on the Rush Pro 4.5.
 
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EggSalad

Hall of Fame
My GR X's came yesterday, and they are already in the box ready to be shipped back. I could tell just by wearing them around the house for 20 minutes that this was not the shoe for my game.

I wish I would have stocked up on the GR 9's, I could have easily played for 2-4 years in any of the navy blue based GR 9's and been very happy.

WIthin the last couple of weeks I have tried the Lacoste Ultra, both TTS and up a 1/2 size, and neither fit well. The size 10 felt way too tight side to side, and the 10.5's felt too long. Maybe I have issues. I re-tried the FF3's but I just cannot get over the disconnected feel. It just feels like the shoe is too far off the ground.

The shoe that is on the way is the Wilson Rush Pro 4.5. I am not sure how it will compare to my beloved GR 8 and GR 9, but it is comfortble, seems speedy and lightweight, and even though it is not durable, it comes with a 6-month warranty. I have never used the 6-month warranty on any of my shoes so it will be interesting to see if I need it on the Rush Pro 4.5.
I like that Wilson line. I tried on the 4.5s a couple weeks ago and really liked how they feel.

I’m currently playing in the Lacoste Ultras. I had the same experience as you in how they fit. I think I’ve gotten used to the TTS being a little tight or maybe they relaxed a little.

The Diadora Toronto 3 is on my interest list. If I go alway from the Ultras that will probably be what I try next.

Long time Gel Res wearer with absolutely zero interest in the X.
 

leong_d

New User
I got both my size and the half size below. I never size down, but did with these. the smaller size fit my foot pretty perfectly. I've done a couple of solo practice sessions in them (including some running/footwork drills), and they feel great so far. Going to hit with a partner soon and seeing how they feel for that, but so far they've been very comfortable.
 
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PRS

Professional
I normally don't have many choices of shoe. Depending on the shoe/brand, I'm between a 15 and a 16 wide. I see tennis warehouse has these in a both a 15 and 15 wide. I've never really been bothered by clunky shoes, but I like his cushioning. Sounds like these might not be great for traditional gel res fans, but might actually be a good fit for me?

For reference, my current shoe is the Nike Vapor Cage Rafa in 15 and is very snug but doable. Shoes I wear most days to work are a Hoka 15 wide that's snug and a Sketchers 16 wide that's roomy. Past tennis shoes were New Balance Lav in both 15 (very snug but doable) and 15 wide (great fit).
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
I normally don't have many choices of shoe. Depending on the shoe/brand, I'm between a 15 and a 16 wide. I see tennis warehouse has these in a both a 15 and 15 wide. I've never really been bothered by clunky shoes, but I like his cushioning. Sounds like these might not be great for traditional gel res fans, but might actually be a good fit for me?

For reference, my current shoe is the Nike Vapor Cage Rafa in 15 and is very snug but doable. Shoes I wear most days to work are a Hoka 15 wide that's snug and a Sketchers 16 wide that's roomy. Past tennis shoes were New Balance Lav in both 15 (very snug but doable) and 15 wide (great fit).
These could be great for you.
 
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Hi!
I own a pair of GR9s that I’m relatively happy with. The only issue is the discomfort and occasional pain caused by how the Dynawall presses against the outside of my feet.
I’m guessing this might be related to my supinated feet.

Is there possibly more padding between the foot and the Dynawall in the GR10 compared to the GR9?
I’ve also been considering whether the Court FF3 might suit my feet better, without the Dynawall. I’m looking for a stable shoe that protects against ankle rolling and works well for high arches.

I wish I lived closer to a store where I could try out the shoes, so I’m grateful for any information.
Thanks for sharing, checkout what I just sent TW staff team. Will keep you posted as to their reply:

"
Dear TW Staff team,

I'm delighted that Asics has finally brought out the new GR X. I had bought a pair of GR9s (size 12.5 both for clay and hard court models) but they were too big so ended up not wearing them at all. I had previously tried size 12 in both versions (in-store) and the midfoot area was very uncomfortable (pressing against the outer side of my foot).
To cut a long story short I ended up going back to buying GR8 (size 12.5 clay and size 12 hard court) which was tried and tested and they did not disappoint once again. I've now had them for about 9 months and they've got pretty worn on the outsole in particular so I want to try the GRX.

I have two questions:

- Based on the GR8 size make up described above for both models, what size should I try in the GR X?
- From the early feedback you've received so far, has the "narrowness feel" issue in the midfoot area caused by the extra and firmer DynaWall padding been fixed with the GR X?

Thanks in advance
Tennisfit45


PS. The latest comments on Talk Tennis lead me to believe that GRX are not as popular as GR9 but I really want to know how GRX compare to GR8 which is what I use currently."
 

SupahMan5000

Hall of Fame
They are roomy for me for sure, and the traction feels closer to a court FF than a gel res but I really like this update cause I double sock anyway

The higher inside is super comfortable and supportive and hiding the shoelace is very smart. I’ve ripped so many shoe laces it’s nice to have that protected

I think GR9 for now is still better for me, feels lower to the ground and a little more snug but I don’t mind this update
 

pandainlove

New User
Thanks for sharing, checkout what I just sent TW staff team. Will keep you posted as to their reply:

"
Dear TW Staff team,

I'm delighted that Asics has finally brought out the new GR X. I had bought a pair of GR9s (size 12.5 both for clay and hard court models) but they were too big so ended up not wearing them at all. I had previously tried size 12 in both versions (in-store) and the midfoot area was very uncomfortable (pressing against the outer side of my foot).
To cut a long story short I ended up going back to buying GR8 (size 12.5 clay and size 12 hard court) which was tried and tested and they did not disappoint once again. I've now had them for about 9 months and they've got pretty worn on the outsole in particular so I want to try the GRX.

I have two questions:

- Based on the GR8 size make up described above for both models, what size should I try in the GR X?
- From the early feedback you've received so far, has the "narrowness feel" issue in the midfoot area caused by the extra and firmer DynaWall padding been fixed with the GR X?

Thanks in advance
Tennisfit45


PS. The latest comments on Talk Tennis lead me to believe that GRX are not as popular as GR9 but I really want to know how GRX compare to GR8 which is what I use currently."

I don't think the midfoot shape changes much. Here is a pic of outsoles between 9 and X, both 10.5. The biggest shape change is at forefoot area. Given TW has a free return policy, maybe just have a 12 or 12.5 to try?

 
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. The issue I was referring to is the outer midfoot area rubbing onto the DW padding in the GR9. Essentially it was pressing against it making it very uncomfortable to even walk (let alone run and do lateral movements). I never had this problem right until the GR9s and have been using GRs for the last 10 years at least. The reason I bought a pair of GR9s (size 12.5) was to avoid that feeling of having my foot press onto the DW padding. The result was equally as bad as my foot kept on slipping especially on clay.

I'm really hoping that Asics fixed this issue in the GR X as there were quite a few folks experiencing the same issue with the GR9.
 

t3nn1st1m3

New User
Is the footbed of the GRX’s stiffer in terms of resisting push off or sprints than previous models? Eg more spring effect or rebound? Or just laterally?
 

Soho78

Rookie
Someone at Asics should get fired for this debacle. Hands down one of the worst tennis shoes of all time. This will go down as the biggest flop of 2025!
 

Gerco

Semi-Pro
Ended up trying these today, since I could return them (even used) and I’ve long been an Asics loyalist with my favorites being the original Speed 2, Gel Res 5, Court FF (original) and Gel Res 9 (with straps cut). But I just don’t like them. I ordered a half size down from my GR9 size, as reviews indicated, but feel I would have been better off trying my regular size as maybe I’d have liked the wider fit as my wide forefoot barely gets along with the GR9, but just barely. But since it gets along at all and I have a very stubborn foot I decided to go with the suggested half down in this since Rackets and Runners said a half size down was even wider than the half size up GR9. For me, I found them to be the same, and the insoles are exactly the same width and shape to my eyes. Then add the even more stout dynawall all around the shoe, which I really felt at the midfoot, and side comfort as well as upper comfort was definitely less.…

While the heel seems more cushioned, I just felt that the whole shoe felt clunky. Overdone. My heel slipped a bit even with a super tight lace up, and once that super tight lace up was done I was being strangled with dynawall pressure on the sides plus lace/upper pressure from the more stiff rubber up top.

All in all I can only say that by the end of the session my feet were aching to be out of these, or at least aching to be back into a GR9, which is just more nimble, supple, fast feeling and doesn’t have the same heel slippage with lace alterations up top (and in spite of not having that higher medial) — and having all the stability any average rec player could possibly need. I’ll leave the GRX stability level and even greater rigidity for pros and crazy talented movers/sliders who need their shoes to survive a grenade (credit to the poster who wrote that), and I’ll get some more GR9s while I can. In the future I’ll move to the Court FF if I need to. Or something else entirely.

A couple other posters and GR9 fans like AC Tennis had already made me feel this shoe wouldn’t be for me, but needed to confirm it, being an Asics guy. Sad they just overdid this one - at least to me. My two cents.
Thanks. I´ve also been using Resolutions since the 3´s but had to stop unfortunately at the 7´s. In my opinion Asics messed up the moment they´ve decided to put "walls" on their shoes. I get that there are people who like to have support and all but that´s just not for me.
 

Fintft

G.O.A.T.
I share the sentiment that it is overdesigned, especially with that Dynawall making the entire shoe design look so convoluted. It's no longer a simple design that looks and plays sleek.

Put it this way, if I wanted an Asics shoe with all the bells and whistles, I would've bought the Court FF. I've already stocked up on the 9s in the hopes that the 11 will be a return to a simpler design.
I got the FFs for the occasional play on hc and bought all the 10.5 9 I could find on sale in North America(4 pairs sheesh) for the daily clay.
 

Fintft

G.O.A.T.
They are roomy for me for sure, and the traction feels closer to a court FF than a gel res but I really like this update cause I double sock anyway

The higher inside is super comfortable and supportive and hiding the shoelace is very smart. I’ve ripped so many shoe laces it’s nice to have that protected

I think GR9 for now is still better for me, feels lower to the ground and a little more snug but I don’t mind this update
Double sock? I've switched to max cushioning Thorlos myself...
 

Soho78

Rookie
Well, I don't have a complaint so far. Just waiting for my pair to reach 20 hours to see how upper holds. Looks promising too.
Heavy, bulky, and hard. These are comments based off of a week of play (8hrs). A major downgrade from the 8s and 9s. Not being able to properly use a runners knot is an issue for me. Lacing system is like initial reboot of the barricades, might not last over time. Asics really messed this one up big time.
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
Thanks. I´ve also been using Resolutions since the 3´s but had to stop unfortunately at the 7´s. In my opinion Asics messed up the moment they´ve decided to put "walls" on their shoes. I get that there are people who like to have support and all but that´s just not for me.

Yeah, the Dynawall is getting a bit out of hand (the 9 is fine for me though once it breaks in), although I’m sure some serious movers and people who are so hard on their shoes will like this version. I walked past a guy at the club yesterday who had the new 10s on feet and was just off court and I asked him how he’s liking them and he gave me a sad look and said, “I hate them.” Asked him why, he said they feel like bricks, especially on clay. I gave him a knowing nod.

These will find a certain audience, for sure. But it’s just a lot of boot for the average Joe.
 

Fintft

G.O.A.T.
Has anyone tried the Xs with prescription or aftermarket insoles?
Not 10, but 9, with prescription insoles (and before that Dr Scholl's active gel ones) and max cushioning Thorlo socks, they still run true to size, but a tight, narrow fit.
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
Has anyone tried the Xs with prescription or aftermarket insoles?
Tried the X with both Superfeet as well as Powerstep Pinnacle insoles - latter is my preferred but the heel slippage in the X was too much for it. Superfeet worked fine enough and it’s what I wear in the GR9s but preferred comfort/feel of the 9 to the 10. (Caveat: was trying the half size down on the 10).
 

jimdontcare

Semi-Pro
Just curious. Have you tried the gel challenger? I am just reading its description. It sounds a more recreational player friendly, scaled down version of gel resolution.
I am buying resolution only because I know my son can destroy its outsole in 4 months, so I don't have much to choose. (although I am still trying to persuade him to switch to barricade).
Has anyone tried the new gel challenger model? Maybe a more traditional gel res experience?
Been several years at this point, but I was using these before trying some stuff and moving to the Gel Res. That's when I decided that shoes are never something I will cheap out on again. Do I *need* tour level shoes at 4.0? No. But the safety and confidence I feel in top-tier shoes over their budget friendly alternatives is worth a lot to me. Maybe the newer Challengers are better though, that'd be great to know.

Breaking open my last pair of 9s this weekend, current plan is to try the Cybersonics once these are done. Would welcome any feedback on those from GR9 users, especially if you think there are better alternatives.

I wonder if Asics thought the Gel Res and Court FFs were cannibalizing each other too much and just tried to specialize the Gel Res into something else. Now we have

Speed: Speed
Stability: Court
Durability: Res

Again, I haven't tried the Xs, and I am certain it's a good shoe, I just don't think it's designed for people like me.
 

pandainlove

New User
I think the challengers fit players who still want a high end shoe but don't need the overengineering on the highest end shoes because they don't play 4-5 times a week anymore.
Yeah, I feel this is what happened to X.
For me, I don't want to buy a new pair of shoes every two months for my son, and keep changing shoe laces and putting shoe goo on 9. X is a good move for me. It looks weird for me too, I agree. But I really don't care. Maybe I should say X is more practical?
For a regular player, challenger may be enough. It is cheaper, looks normal and probably meets most players' demand. With the same price spent, one can even have two pairs instead of one of GRX. However, I understand most people may just want what pros wear and X's move might not meet most of players using 9....
 
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propjoe

New User
Has anyone tried the Xs with prescription or aftermarket insoles?
Have a 2E/slightly wider foot - I use custom orthotics. Been hard to find shoes that fit my foot, and work for how much I sprint, etc. Weirdly I do not have a flat foot - something happens in shoes which makes me pronate more/harder to splay toes leading to shin and knee pain (no structural issues). This is the only 2E shoe that is wide enough to accommodate my foot w/ orthotic, and not destroy my pinky toes (CT Rally 2E killed me).

The issue with the Res 8/9 is that the orthotic raised my feet slightly, which led to heel slippage. This is slightly reduced in this model thanks to the raised part, but it's still there. Some have said that you can't do a runners knot, but you can do a variation of it. With a less maximal insole, like superfeet or something, there would be little to no heel slippage.

As some have noted this shoe is about a half size long, and the regular width is slightly wide as well.

Another thing to note, I hit for 30 minutes or so without using any corrective orthotic, and this is the first shoe that kept my arch intact and I had no pain. Something to consider.

Also, underfoot it's probably the most comfortable and springy shoe I've used. Definitely aids in and makes running and cutting easier as well.
 

Fintft

G.O.A.T.
Have a 2E/slightly wider foot - I use custom orthotics. Been hard to find shoes that fit my foot, and work for how much I sprint, etc. Weirdly I do not have a flat foot - something happens in shoes which makes me pronate more/harder to splay toes leading to shin and knee pain (no structural issues). This is the only 2E shoe that is wide enough to accommodate my foot w/ orthotic, and not destroy my pinky toes (CT Rally 2E killed me).

The issue with the Res 8/9 is that the orthotic raised my feet slightly, which led to heel slippage. This is slightly reduced in this model thanks to the raised part, but it's still there. Some have said that you can't do a runners knot, but you can do a variation of it. With a less maximal insole, like superfeet or something, there would be little to no heel slippage.

As some have noted this shoe is about a half size long, and the regular width is slightly wide as well.

Another thing to note, I hit for 30 minutes or so without using any corrective orthotic, and this is the first shoe that kept my arch intact and I had no pain. Something to consider.

Also, underfoot it's probably the most comfortable and springy shoe I've used. Definitely aids in and makes running and cutting easier as well.
@JGads For heel slipage, have you tried runners' knot?
 

jlouie

Rookie
Been several years at this point, but I was using these before trying some stuff and moving to the Gel Res. That's when I decided that shoes are never something I will cheap out on again. Do I *need* tour level shoes at 4.0? No. But the safety and confidence I feel in top-tier shoes over their budget friendly alternatives is worth a lot to me. Maybe the newer Challengers are better though, that'd be great to know.

Breaking open my last pair of 9s this weekend, current plan is to try the Cybersonics once these are done. Would welcome any feedback on those from GR9 users, especially if you think there are better alternatives.

I wonder if Asics thought the Gel Res and Court FFs were cannibalizing each other too much and just tried to specialize the Gel Res into something else. Now we have

Speed: Speed
Stability: Court
Durability: Res

Again, I haven't tried the Xs, and I am certain it's a good shoe, I just don't think it's designed for people like me.
Well, the Court FFs were supposed to be the all-around shoe while the Gel-Res was supposed to occupy the baseliner/stability silo. Gel-Res just happened to be such a well designed all-around shoe. Dynawall is probably a "premium feature" in Asics' eyes and they want to capitalize on it. I wouldn't be surprised if the Court FF line gets a redesign and shaves some of the bulk so that it's a faster shoe and replaces the GR9. Seems like it would be completely foolish to just abandon that segment since the GRX and FF3 are closer now than the FF3 was to the GR9.
 

JGads

G.O.A.T.
@JGads For heel slipage, have you tried runners' knot?
In the 9s I do different laces and modify the Lacing at the top (going outside in on the last eyelit) and all heel slippage goes away. With the 10 I couldn’t do this same lacing style due to the style of the last eyelit. Tried some variations. Lockdown is ok enough with minimal orthotic but still slight slippage always compared to the 9.
 

Fintft

G.O.A.T.
In the 9s I do different laces and modify the Lacing at the top (going outside in on the last eyelit) and all heel slippage goes away. With the 10 I couldn’t do this same lacing style due to the style of the last eyelit. Tried some variations. Lockdown is ok enough with minimal orthotic but still slight slippage always compared to the 9.
Even 9s were very bad when it came down to heel sleepage :( Myself, I didn't know about the runners' knot until about a year ago, so for let's say 10 years, I was wondering how come Asics had such poor linning (compared to Nike and Adidas) that wore out fast in the heel area?!!!
 
Last year the FF model was ruined. I know a handful of people like them but 90% don’t. I’ll try these soon but would hate if they ruined another shoe line.
 

socallefty

G.O.A.T.
Last year the FF model was ruined. I know a handful of people like them but 90% don’t. I’ll try these soon but would hate if they ruined another shoe line.
We all have different feet. I like the GRs and don‘t like the FF3s. Wife likes the FF3s, but not the GRs.

We play with the same racquet and stringjob as we have similar tastes there.
 

Sahbatage

Rookie
If they made a wide FF3 without a pointed toe I'd like them too. I liked the feel underfoot. Felt like you were getting a good amount of "free bounce". I've been looking for a shoe to replace the gp turbos and haven't found a good one yet. The new gel res weren't it either unfortunately.......
 

SupahMan5000

Hall of Fame
Yeah, I feel this is what happened to X.
For me, I don't want to buy a new pair of shoes every two months for my son, and keep changing shoe laces and putting shoe goo on 9. X is a good move for me. It looks weird for me too, I agree. But I really don't care. Maybe I should say X is more practical?
For a regular player, challenger may be enough. It is cheaper, looks normal and probably meets most players' demand. With the same price spent, one can even have two pairs instead of one of GRX. However, I understand most people may just want what pros wear and X's move might not meet most of players using 9....
the GRX hiding the inside shoelace is genius for those that slide
 
I'm 1m95 (90 kg) and at 47 play the equivalent of a US 5.0+ (I play in Europe). I wear orthotic soles as I have very low arch. I've always liked the GR line but the GR9 didn't work for me at all as size 46.5 (12) was hurting me in the midfoot area as the Dynawall was pressing into it and size 47 (12.5) was too large. I ended up going back to GR8 but now I need to buy new shoes both for clay and hard court and I don't like the uneven sides look of the GRX at all as I don't slide on hard courts. Even though the FF3 were ranked no1 on Rackets and Runners recent top 5 list for stability shoes (
) when I tried them in store last year I had the feeling they were not as stable as the GR9. Ironically I felt that my ankle could roll more easily.
Very strange sensation for a shoe that is supposed to be super sturdy and stable!

What are your thoughts on the Lotto Raptor 100? I've seen a lot of folks mention that these are the perfect transition from GR8 in terms of stability and size set up, which is what I'm using currently. Or alternatively the Nike Court Zoom Vapor Cage 4 Rafa? With the latter I just don't know how broad/wide the outsole is compared to the GR8s for instance. For my foot type (I have prescription orthotic soles as I have a very low arch and pronation) I definitely need a wide platform.

I've currently got the GR8 clay court model (size 12) and GR8 hard court model (size 11.5)
but the outer soles are wearing out and looking for a replacement before the clay court season starts in a a few weeks.

To cut a long story short: I'm in a bit of a fix. Just wish Asics would dial it back and go back to what made the GR line the best and most reliable shoe ever. since they began tampering with DynaWall technology it's all been downhill since!
 
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SinneGOAT

Legend
I'm 1m95 (90 kg) and at 47 play the equivalent of a US 5.0+ (I play in Europe). I wear orthotic soles as I have very low arch. I've always liked the GR line but the GR9 didn't work for me at all as size 46.5 (12) was hurting me in the midfoot area as the Dynawall was pressing into it and size 47 (12.5) was too large. I ended up going back to GR8 but now I need to buy new shoes both for clay and hard court and I don't like the uneven sides look of the GRX at all as I don't slide on hard courts. Even though the FF3 were ranked no1 on Rackets and Runners recent top 5 list for stability shoes (
) when I tried them in store last year I had the feeling they were not as stable as the GR9. Ironically I felt that my ankle could roll more easily.
Very strange sensation for a shoe that is supposed to be super sturdy and stable!

What are your thoughts on the Lotto Raptor 100? I've seen a lot of folks mention that these are the perfect transition from GR8 in terms of stability and size set up, which is what I'm using currently. I've got the GR8 clay court model (size 12) and GR8 hard court model (size 11.5)
but the outer soles are wearing out and looking for a replacement before the clay court season starts in a a few weeks.

To cut a long story short: I'm in a bit of a fix. Just wish Asics would dial it back and go back to what made the GR line the best and most reliable shoe ever. since they began tampering with DynaWall technology it's all been downhill since!
Should give the barricade 13 a try, it’s my home away from home with the gel res, and will be using that shoe once my gel res supply runs out unless they update to the 11 quicker than usual.
 

t3nn1st1m3

New User
Does anyone know when any new colors will drop for the 2E version? Any plans to bring out some more basic colors ways in HC outsole?
 

Hankenstein

Hall of Fame
I'm 1m95 (90 kg) and at 47 play the equivalent of a US 5.0+ (I play in Europe). I wear orthotic soles as I have very low arch. I've always liked the GR line but the GR9 didn't work for me at all as size 46.5 (12) was hurting me in the midfoot area as the Dynawall was pressing into it and size 47 (12.5) was too large. I ended up going back to GR8 but now I need to buy new shoes both for clay and hard court and I don't like the uneven sides look of the GRX at all as I don't slide on hard courts. Even though the FF3 were ranked no1 on Rackets and Runners recent top 5 list for stability shoes (
) when I tried them in store last year I had the feeling they were not as stable as the GR9. Ironically I felt that my ankle could roll more easily.
Very strange sensation for a shoe that is supposed to be super sturdy and stable!

What are your thoughts on the Lotto Raptor 100? I've seen a lot of folks mention that these are the perfect transition from GR8 in terms of stability and size set up, which is what I'm using currently. Or alternatively the Nike Court Zoom Vapor Cage 4 Rafa? With the latter I just don't know how broad/wide the outsole is compared to the GR8s for instance. For my foot type (I have prescription orthotic soles as I have a very low arch and pronation) I definitely need a wide platform.

I've currently got the GR8 clay court model (size 12) and GR8 hard court model (size 11.5)
but the outer soles are wearing out and looking for a replacement before the clay court season starts in a a few weeks.

To cut a long story short: I'm in a bit of a fix. Just wish Asics would dial it back and go back to what made the GR line the best and most reliable shoe ever. since they began tampering with DynaWall technology it's all been downhill since!
You have the same size and level as me it seems but i´m 10+ kilos heavier then you (thank you PIZZA!.. )

I have tried a lot of shoes and for me the Yonex Eclipsion 5 is the best. I have used Adidas Solecourt Boost and Gel Res in the past but recent generations Gel Res was a bit to narrow. The X is more wide, comfortable and roomy but i have problems getting my foot locked in in it.

Lotto Raptor hyperpulse 100 is also a very very good shoe. A bit hard to find sometimes but a top of the line shoe and a shoe i still can use. Only problem is the clay-pattern is so deep so my foot digs in into the clay, even when i play on good clay in germany. I sometimes use the all court pattern instead on clay
 
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