One of the best shoes in history of tennis. Light and comfortable.Just ordered my first pair of these, they were on sale at TWE and I fancied a change from my usual Barricades (not crazy about the latest designs to be honest) - how do these shoes stack up to the Barricades and the Asics Gel Resolution?
Great, looking forward to getting them on court! Yeah, Barricades last forever. Only downside with my pairs anyways is they stink before they are ready to be thrown out!One of the best shoes in history of tennis. Light and comfortable.
Very rare that Nike continues to make same shoes for over 5 years.
Unfortunately durability is half of barricade T_T.
don't be surprised by durablity. you might say "WTF" after you finish your session hahahahahahaAlso bought my first pair yesterday from another site, arrived this morning, going on court tomorrow. Very excited to try them
don't be surprised by durablity. you might say "WTF" after you finish your session hahahahahaha
That's odd.....I thought everyone liked light fast shoes.Nice shoes. Feel a bit light though... think I'll stick to my Barricades or Gel Resolutions.
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I wore the barricades 7/ novak pros for awhile in my highschool career and I tried on the vapor at a local tennis shop. boy, I loved it because it was so comfortable and light. I bought multiple vapors and rotate all of them so i wont be burning them through. If i was in my highschool years, I would be wearing the barricades for practice; vapors for matches
I play in a crappy, damp climate on courts next to the sea. Good, solid shoes are what's needed most of the time. The Vapors may be more useful in summer thoughThat's odd.....I thought everyone liked light fast shoes.
Vapors are my favorite.
Agree with the sentiments about comfort and also the lack of durability. I can only imagine the Flyknits are even worse for durability.
Keep in mind that the color schemes change so often that you might want to order a specific pattern (of there's one you really like) before it's discontinued; i.e. double order if you're able.
Is there an actual difference between the RF edition of the Vapor Tours and the normal Vapor Tours (apart from the RF logo that is)?
I never actually checked before.
I don't think there is, but maybe someone who knows will say it.
I am not asking about the difference between the actual Federer shoes and the retail Vapor Tour.
Thank you.
But the Vapors are cheaper where I live, and there are more varieties. Was tempted to pick up a pair of the AO or the IW / Miami ones, because they were going for $80, whereas the LBs they are selling now where I live are Rafa's Wimbledon 2015 ones, and somehow are still going for $130. Didn't like Rafa's Asian HC swing LBs either.
The Flyknit is only marginally more expensive, maybe $85 to $90 at most. I have seen a pair of Flyknits for $80 just the other day, and I have been looking for a pair of shoes with a bit of volt...Sure , NIKE Vapor's are much cheaper in Hongkong , I got two friends who has bought from Hongkong .. If this Flyknit costs about $80 for that colorway , it 's interesting offer
How do these compare to the LBs? LBs are my go-to since they tend to come in colours I like (light blue) and my shirts are mostly the Rafa shirts and shorts anyway.
But the Vapors are cheaper where I live, and there are more varieties. Was tempted to pick up a pair of the AO or the IW / Miami ones, because they were going for $80, whereas the LBs they are selling now where I live are Rafa's Wimbledon 2015 ones, and somehow are still going for $130. Didn't like Rafa's Asian HC swing LBs either.
I don't understand how people maintain durability besides rotating pairs...I guess I'm just extremely hard on my shoes...
I've played with 3 pairs of Lunar Ballistec before trying the Vapor. I found the Vapor to be extremely comfortable and ready to go from the first hitting session. The LB took about a session to be great and comfortable was pretty close for me.How do these compare to the LBs? LBs are my go-to since they tend to come in colours I like (light blue) and my shirts are mostly the Rafa shirts and shorts anyway.
But the Vapors are cheaper where I live, and there are more varieties. Was tempted to pick up a pair of the AO or the IW / Miami ones, because they were going for $80, whereas the LBs they are selling now where I live are Rafa's Wimbledon 2015 ones, and somehow are still going for $130. Didn't like Rafa's Asian HC swing LBs either.
Awesome color... love the "gum" outsoles. its just classic.Just got these today...can't wait to get them out on court.
Also... is that like a size 8? the shoes look tiny
Ha yeah sorry. Some pictures I take with my cellphone mess with all kinds of proportions. Enjoy the shoes. I am going to pull the trigger on ID vapes one of these daysMust just be perspective - solid 10.5 US. Thanks for the compliment on the color. I also thought the gum sole was a nice nod to my 70's and 80's heritage. I went with the clay sole - play mostly on green Har-Tru, but i don't like really sharp herringbone ridges as I like to be able to slide. I think this sole is going to work nicely for me.
One of the best shoes in history of tennis. Light and comfortable.
Very rare that Nike continues to make same shoes for over 5 years.
Unfortunately durability is half of barricade T_T.
Looks like I may have to reconsider getting the flyknit Vapors when my LB 1.5s are finished...I sometimes land on my heels a bit too hard when I hit 2HBHs on the run / at full stretch.Definitely one of the best shoes in history, however, nowhere near the quality and performance now of the ASICS COURT FF at the same price. My rap on the Vapors is that the heels pancake out when you land on them and it's very easy to pull calf muscle in them. Tough on the heels.
Currently I think you could do better with any of the Asics line or the Adidas barricade boost 2017 IMO.
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Are there more people who think this shoe does not fit very wide in the toe-box area?
X2 on the Asics FF.Definitely one of the best shoes in history, however, nowhere near the quality and performance now of the ASICS COURT FF at the same price. My rap on the Vapors is that the heels pancake out when you land on them and it's very easy to pull calf muscle in them. Tough on the heels.
Currently I think you could do better with any of the Asics line or the Adidas barricade boost 2017 IMO.
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I hated them. They threw my feet into a weird supinated position. (ankles turned inward? hopefully using the right word here) The positioning actually felt like it would be dangerous. But there may be a huge difference between the women's and men's versions.
Love the Asics GR7 after a healthy break-in period.
Just got these today...can't wait to get them out on court.
you mean like a negative camber on a race car?
Yes, EXACTLY .... no good.
^^^^^^^10 hour durability,,,,LOL.................that is no good.
Maybe any comparison with the Solution Speed 2?
Regarding durability and the overall fit? Toe box?
Thanks!