Shoe Recommendation Needed…
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I know you mention having a neutral foot, but are you also looking for a wider fitting shoe? Or Wider in the toe-box? The Lotto Raptor 100 SPD (Hyperpulse) and Babolat SFX are both good options for comfort, and are known for having a roomy or generous fit. The Lotto Raptor 100 SPD offers a bit more support and stabilty, but doesn't feel too clunky, whereas the SFX is a bit softer and more flexible out of the box, but a little less support and stability overall. The Diadora Blushield Torneo does feel a bit more substanital, and as far as the fit goes, it feels more snug through the midfoot and toe-box.
If you are in search of a roomier fitting shoe, and good comfort and cushioning, we might also suggest the KSwiss Hypercourt Express 2, Babolat Propulse Fury 3 AC, and Fila Speedserve Energized.
I hope that helps.
Troy, TW
Thanks much, Troy. Appreciate the quick reply.
I‘m not really looking for a wider forefoot fit or roomier toe box…but I’m not really looking for a narrow fit…Thorlos can make up for a lot…
I’m most interested in cushion..but still retaining some quickness…light but not ‘feel the ground’…cushioned but not so heavy…
Supportive but not rigid uppers.
I guess I’m solidly stuck in Holy Grail territory…
Of the Raptors, Torneos & SFX, can you suggest which might be the best overall, middle-of-the-pack
choice?…
Thanks again…
Try new balance fresh foam x lav v2. Amazing cushion. Comes in wide if you need it. Great stability. Uppers have good cushion too. My feet used to hurt a lot from tennis. This shoe let's me play and play and play, and no pain. Amazing! And no, I'm not paid by new balance or by TW.
Let me add - lav v2 is about the same weight as your lightest shoe in your 3. Also, I had to use 2 insoles and thick cushion socks (I use thorlo & Nike elite) with my non lav v2 shoes, but with lav v2 I use thinner Nike socks and only one insole and my feet feel no pain after a long match.
Thanks much! Never tried NB…will have to check these out!…
Your holy grail description above is hard to find in one shoe, but lav v2 is actually all of that. Lav v2 is also durable and high quality construction. The only negative is price. I got mine used for half price. When I got them, they looked like they were worn for 5 minutes outside on a light walk. I scored a deal, big time!
