Here’s the Asics Gel Rocket 7. Asics Gel Rockets are relatively low-priced and usually have pretty cool styles, making them one of the most popular squash shoes around.
I tested out this shoe and my video review is here:
This shoe comes in lots of different color schemes, some of which are no longer available. Please see below for the different variations. Where possible, I’ve provided affiliate links. If you buy through one of these affiliate links, I will receive a small commission — thanks!
The weight of these shoes is 378 grams per shoe (based on a men’s US size 11.5 pair that I own).
The prior version of this shoe was the Asics Gel Rocket 6. The successor to this shoe is the Asics Gel Rocket 8.
Men
I spotted this green and black one in October 2016, but it’s only listed in one store and in one size. Not sure what the deal is with this one. Secret shoe!
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This blue one was spotted in June 2016:
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Product Notes
Thanks to @AmrShabanasBeard for the tip!
Spotted
Mazen Gamal was wearing these at the 2016 World Championships:
Photo via SquashSite →
This white / black / red one also came out in June 2016:
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Product Notes
Thanks to @AmrShabanasBeard for the tip!
This color scheme, called silver, onyx and neon yellow, came out in January 2016:
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This color scheme is called racing red, black and flash yellow (spotted Jan 2016):
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Spotted
Omar Abdel Meguid was rocking these at the 2016 Pyramids:
Photo via SquashSite →
This one is called white, “Asics Blue” and titanium (spotted Jan 2016):
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And here’s one that’s just plain ol’ black and silver (spotted Jan 2016):
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This one is “cherry tomato” and black (added August 2015). Delicious.
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I’ve tried this version. You can watch my video review at the top of this post.
Spotted
Here’s Joel Makin in the cherry tomato at the British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
This one is white, yellow and black [added August 2015]:
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Spotted
Karim Ali Fathi in 2016:
Photo via SquashSite →
Here’s the navy / white / lime color scheme [added May 2015]:
![Asics Gel Rocket 7 Men [Navy White Lime]](https://www.squashsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/asics-gel-rocket-7-men-navy-white-lime.jpg)
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Spotted
Omar Abdel Meguid was sporting these at the 2016 World Champs:
Photo via SquashSite →
So was Jens Schoor:
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This one’s cool:
Spotted
Tsz Fung Yip was wearing wearing these at the World Champs:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
I can’t find them for sale though.
Here’s one in colors they call “flash yellow” and “Chinese red”, which seems like a weird color name for a shoe, but maybe it will bring you good fortune and joy. Anyway here they are:
![Asics Gel Rocket 7 Men [Flash Yellow/Black/Chinese Red]](https://www.squashsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/asics-gel-rocket-7-yellow-red.jpg)
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Image via PDH Sports Instagram
Here’s a blue version for men. I’m pretty sure that was a tip from Michał Porębski (thanks!)
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Spotted
Chris Ryder was using these at the 2016 British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
So was Nathan Lake:
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Karim Ali Fathi wore these at the 2016 World Championships:
Photo via SquashSite →
This is a pretty cool color scheme. This might be good for the Princeton squash team…
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Spotted
Farhan Zaman was wearing these at the 2015 World Championships:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Here’s the green version, which was released in 2014:
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See below for some links to buy this shoe.
Just saw this black version:
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Spotted
Karim Ali Fathi was sporting these at the 2015 World Champs:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Women
This one’s called blue jewel/white/flash coral. Added August 2016:
This color scheme is called white, black and cockatoo, added July 2016.
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Flash Coral, White, and Cerise. Added April 2017 but these seem to have been around for a while.
This color scheme is called silver, black, and “pink glow” (added Jan 2016):
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This one is “diva pink”, white, and I guess a light blue (added Jan 2016):
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And, black. Or rather, onyx (added Jan 2016):
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Spotted
I think Mariam Metwally was wearing these at the 2016 Wadi Degla:
Photo via SquashSite →
Sort of a pink / purple one [added August 2015]. Officially they call this Flash Coral/Silver/Darkberry.
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Spotted
Deon Saffery was wearing these at the 2016 British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
White, magenta and black [added May 2015]:
![Asics Gel Rocket 7 Women [White Magenta Black]](https://www.squashsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/asics-gel-rocket-7-women-white-magenta.jpg)
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Buy (Canada): amazon.ca
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Buy (UK): amazon.co.uk | sweatband.com
Buy (US): amazon.com | holabirdsports.com | zappos.com
They call this color scheme Powder Blue / White / Indigo Blue [added May 2015]:
![Asics Gel Rocket 7 Women [Powder Blue / White / Indigo Blue]](https://www.squashsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/asics-gel-rocket-7-women-powder-blue-white-indigo-blue.jpg)
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Buy (Canada): amazon.ca
Buy (France): amazon.fr
Buy (Germany): amazon.de | runnerspoint.com
Buy (UK): amazon.co.uk
Buy (US): amazon.com | holabirdsports.com | squashgear.com | zappos.com
Spotted
Line Hansen was wearing these at the 2016 Wadi Degla:
Photo via SquashSite →
Victoria Lust had these at the 2019 TOC:
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Racket: Tecnifibre Carboflex X-Speed 125
Location: 2019 Tournament of Champions
A blue and orange one [2015]:
![Asics Gel Rocket 7 Women [Blue Orange]](https://www.squashsource.com/wp-content/uploads/asics-gel-rocket-7-women-blue-orange.jpg)
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Buy (Germany): amazon.de
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Buy (US): amazon.com | holabirdsports.com | squashgear.com
Here’s a purple / magenta / fuchsia one:
Image via pdhsports.com
Black one:
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Here’s a different black one. I think this model is only available in the UK, and the other one is only available in the US.
Image via sarenza.co.uk
White one:
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Spotted
Victoria Lust was wearing these at the 2016 British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Millie Tomlinson has worn these:
Photo via US Open Squash →
Racket: Dunlop Precision Elite
Location: 2017 US Open
So has Salma Youssef:
Photo via BlackBallSquash →
Racket: Prince Airstick 130
Location: 2019 Black Ball Open
Kind of a purple and green:
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White, pink and purple:
Image via zalando.co.uk
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Buy (Canada): amazon.ca
Buy (France): amazon.fr
Buy (Germany): amazon.de
Buy (UK): amazon.co.uk
Buy (US): amazon.com | holabirdsports.com | squashgear.com
Spotted
Georgina Kennedy at the 2016 British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Mayar Hany was wearing these at the 2016 British Open:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Here’s a white and red one that I don’t have links for:
What are your thoughts on this shoe? Please leave a comment below if you have tried them!
Jo says
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Can I ask if ASICS Gel Rocket 7’s insole is removable? I would like to replace with orthodontic insole.
Thanks.
Pierre says
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Hi Jo, I have a pair here. The insole is glued down, but it looks like it can be peeled up and removed. I was able to peel it off partway, though I didn’t pull it all the way up because I didn’t want to risk wrecking them. In a couple places, bits of the insole came off (remained stuck to the bottom of the shoe) as I peeled it back, but I suspect this is because I have been using these shoes for a while and all the pounding has probably fused them together, especially at the heel where I tried to unpeel them. I can’t be 100% sure but my guess is you’ll be able to remove it no problem.
Loz says
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I’ve been wearing Rockets since around new year. I agree they do all you need at a pretty low price and look OK as well. I previously wore Blasts which although more cushioned felt significantly heavier. I still have a pair of Upcourts from the Xmas sales in the cupboard…
Samad Aftab says
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Just picked these up this week—the white/blue/lime version. I’m really enjoying them. They fit very well, have great cushioning and are light. Very happy that I got to pick them up for only AUD 99 which is a steal I reckon.
B says
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There’s two additional colors available in the Europe regions.
Cherry red – http://www.pdhsports.com/imgs/products/uk/950_constW/SMAC5994~ROCKET-7-CHERRY_P1.jpg
White alternative with yellow instead of silver colors – http://www.pdhsports.com/imgs/products/uk/950_constW/SMAC6028~rocket-7-wfyb_P1.jpg
Pierre Bastien says
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Snelly says
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I have just bought these and agree with Mike – very light and great on court. Also exceptional value for money at only £50.
Highly Recommended.
Juan says
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I used the previous version of this model and for some reason these shoes made me fall and almost gave me a sprained ankle on more than one occasion. I know it wasn’t normal for me to fall; I played squash occasionally as a kid (1995-2001) and competitively since 2009 onwards and this had never happened to me until I got those shoes. I know it may sound biased but I assure you as soon as I changed to the asics gel blade 4 the problem was solved. Has anyone else experienced this problem with the asics rockets?
-Juan
Pierre Bastien says
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That is really weird!
Harrison Sebring says
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Fresh…exciting!
Mike says
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Bought these shoes after using Asics Blast 5 and Asics Domain 2 for a couple years each. The Blast by far felt the heaviest (I think its ~13.5 oz). The Domain I think is ~12.4oz and this Rocket is ~11.5oz (Rocket 6s were ~10.5oz). I have been playing it for a few weeks and the cushioning is fine although I never had an issue with my knees so I am not sure how others would take it.
It definitely feels light and is a bit more flexible than the Domain. As with all Asics, it is a bit narrow and wish they introduced a “Wide Feet” option for their court shoes. No issue with heat, friction, breathability so far.
Pierre Bastien says
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Thanks Mike!
Brock in HK says
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These are always an affordable, high quality shoe for squash. Despite being in the lower end of the Asics price range, they are durable and fit the foot well. Not sure what the extra bucks get you to buy more expensive Asics shoes. Anyone done a comparison on the Rockets vs. other Asics, or maybe vs. Salmings, the new darling of the PSA tour guys?
Pierre Bastien says
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Hi Brock, Stefan had a great, detailed comment about this over here. Basically, the low end shoes are good but you get more cushioning with the higher end shoes.
Brock in HK says
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Good comment from Stefan. I lean towards less cushioning personally, to get more floor feel, especially in the forefoot. That said, my knees are holding up so far (knock wood!) and I get the lateral support I want from the Rockets, although I haven’t tried other Asics models. Sometimes you stick with the devil you know.