Squash shoes are an essential piece of squash equipment. They help you move around the court, protect your feet, and are non-marking, meaning they will not leave marks on the squash court.
Here are some brands of squash shoes I’ve covered so far on Squash Source. Sometimes these brands make squash-specific shoes, and other times they make shoes for other indoor court sports like handball, volleyball or badminton that also can be used for squash.
Adidas | Ashaway | Asics | Babolat | Black Knight | Dunlop | Eye | Harrow | Head | Hi-Tec | Karakal | Kempa | Mizuno | Nike | Oliver | Prince | Salming | Victor | Wilson | Yonex
Best Squash Shoes
What are the best squash shoes for you?
Here are some things for you to consider:
- Grip – do the shoes give you good traction?
- Durability – how well do the shoes hold up over time?
- Comfort – do they fit well and feel comfortable?
- Cushioning – how well do they protect your knees and the rest of your body?
- Weight – sometimes shoes with more cushioning will also be heavier
Squash Shoe Reviews
Squash Source has a large collection of helpful reviews left by readers. If you have any feedback on your current pair of squash shoes, please leave a comment about it!
Henke says
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Has anyone been able to identify Ramy’s shoes? He’s wearing them in his latest Instagram videos but they’re taken from too far away for me to see what they are. They’re black with some white on the sides where the sole wraps around, as far as I know he’s still sponsored by Salming (He wore the Viper 5s for a few weeks then went back to his old Race R9s) but they don’t have any models out which match. Could be something new and unreleased?
Cesar says
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Hi folks,
During the Black Ball Squash Open 2018 I got very intrigued by the shoes Mohamed Abouelghar was wearing. I follow this site somewhat closely and always try to follow what the top pros are playing with (shoes, rackets, etc) and to my surprise I could not find out what Abouelghar was wearing. It took me some digging to finally find what seems to be a new player in the vibrant squash shoes scene, named Teuton. I don’t want to be advertising it much, and I don’t know a thing about the shoes apart from their site and FB page. Youtube doesn’t seem to have a single video review so far on them (at the time I’m posting this (dec 12 2018).
Here’s a photo of Abouelghar wearing them in Cairo: https://goo.gl/GA1Tqn
According to their site, it seems like Amanda Sobhy has also been signed by Teuton.
Good to see new players coming in strong, more competition is always better! Good luck to Teuton!
Cesar says
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And here is Amanda Sobhy in Hong Kong playing with them: https://bit.ly/2LdhTJ5
Pierre says
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Thanks Cesar I will post about these!
Steve says
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Hi guys
My son has just been made his own custom pair of orthotics, he is only 8 and size 2 feet, currently he wears asics but when putting them into the shoe, his whole foot became to high for the shoe, so I’m looking for a deep fitting junior shoe where the orthotics will fit, does anyone have any suggestions ??
Pierre says
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Hmm I am not sure and we will see if anyone volunteers a suggestion on this. I am current testing out a pair of Adidas (Stabil Bounce) and they are much deeper than the Asics I wore previously (Rocket 8). I don’t know if the same would hold true of the junior Adidas shoes but you may want to look into them.
Steve says
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Hi Pierre
Thanks for replying, i have found a solution, the salming falco junior
Shoe has a removable insole which then enables me to place my sons orthotics into the shoe and they fit perfectly, as a heads up his asics insoles were not removable
Steve
D says
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Hi Steve, if you ever buy a different shoe after the Salmings, know that some Asics have removable insoles, such as the Fastballs and Blasts. Those that don’t, like the Asics Gel Rockets, are slightly glued but also removable with a bit of a tug.
Cheers and best for you and your son.
Manas says
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Hi,
Are black colored non marking shoes allowed in international games
Thanks,
Manas
Pierre says
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Yes as long as they say “non-marking” on the sole, they should be fine. At SOME courts people might give you a hard time about black soles, and this is because they are extra vigilant about not having the courts get marked up (which happened at my courts recently, it was sad) but this is rare and if you just show them the shoes are labeled non-marking, you should have no problem.
Del Mudaly says
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Hi
I have used the salming race X/ R’s but they have been discontinued.
Used the Kobra but it did not suite.
Cannot find a suitable race shoe now.
What is a good alternative?
Is the Hawk worth trying ?
Pierre says
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I’ve seen them in person, they’re a different design to the Race/Kobra, and I’m told they are getting good reviews from pros who have tested them, but I haven’t tried them myself
Jason Kim says
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Del Mudaly,
If you’re looking for Race X shoes, they’re still sold online. controlthet.com has them in a couple of sizes, and they do ship internationally. I got my S-Lines from that website.
As for the hawk, I’d try them. I don’t have them but they look awesome and I’ve heard only good things about them.
Alex Nagshineh says
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I’m in the same boat actually. Swapped the Race X for the Eye shoes which is comfortable but I’m getting sore ankles again so might return to Salming but the new Hawk’s look totally different to the Race X.
Timothy Harmer says
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Hello,
I have been using Gel Blade 6’s since November and I love them for how light they are (I am big mover on court and travel a lot). However, they give me terrible blisters on the ball of my foot (mainly left). I think it’s from the side ways movement of the foot in the shoe. Can anyone recommend anything that might help this or some shoes that are not so wide and my suit me more?
Dave says
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Either some insoles to grip and stabilise your feet better, or change your lacing pattern to one that increases front foot hold. (Google will know).
Alan says
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A bit obvious, but you don’t get blister when wearing two pairs of socks.
D-Man says
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Trusox may be able to help you. They can prevent your foot from moving around in the shoe and preventing blisters: https://trusox.com/
If you are a heavy foot sweater like I am, and the moisture is causing your foot to move around in the shoe/sock, causing blisters, then I’ve found this to help a lot: https://www.carpelotion.com/
Hope this is helpful.
Rohith says
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Hey can I use ascics gel solution speed 3shoes for playing squash ?
Pierre says
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The soles are non-marking, based on what I’m seeing at the link below, so technically you could use them on a squash court.
http://www.asics.com/us/en-us/gel-solution-speed-3/p/0010255821.9095
That black pair actually looks pretty sweet. They are marketed as tennis shoes and I don’t know how they’d feel on a squash court.
Lloyd says
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Hey, I was wondering if anyone can help. I normally buy cheap racket shoes because I burn through shoes at an alarming rate. I rub a hole consistently in the side of the shoe. (The inside facing side of the right foot). I was wondering if there are any shoes that have a reinforced section there? Thanks
Rod says
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Just a thought but have you tried tennis shoes? I had a friend using the Asics Gel Resolution 7 for squash (playing at a pretty high level) and they worked well. You might find that tennis shoes have thicker soles that last longer due to the harder and more abrasive surfaces they play on.
Jimmy says
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Dont buy tennis shoes- they’re completely different than squash shoes, Rod is giving you bad information.
Lloyd, what shoes are you buying? Generally cheaper shoes don’t last as long, so you’re just cycling through cheap shoes pretty quickly. You could try adidas stabil? Or eye shoes, I’ve heard pretty good things about both their longevities.
Pierre says
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In Rod’s defense I did see a couple pros playing with the Asics Gel Resolution 4 back in the day. But generally yeah I’d be wary of that.
Matthew says
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Are you a lefty? I’m a lefty and it’s always my right shoe that gets that hole. My righty friends who wear the same shoes as me get the hole in the same place on their left shoe.
Leo says
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Hi there ! Great blog. I’m looking for a suitable replacement for my beloved ASICS gel Fireblast 2– I am a heavy mover and wear squash shoes especially on the inner toe side (dragger) – and suggestions would be great! Would love to replace with ASICS and have them last more than a couple of months !
Keir says
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Try the ASICS Gel Blast – 7’s
Christian Sidor says
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I’m looking for some help with sizing. I’m planning to buy some Salmings, but am unsure what size to buy. I have Asics Gel Blast in size 11.5 and Adidas PowerStabil in size 12 (both US).
Can anyone comment on which size I should go with for Salming Vipers?
Thanks !
Lawrence says
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Hi Christian
In my experience the Salming sizes are the same as Asics.
Hope this helps.
Christian Sidor says
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Thanks! I just got the Salming Kobras (not Vipers as I originally said) and 11.5 seems like the right size. Can’t wait to try them out on the court.
Blas says
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Does anyone know how is the sizing of asics shoes compared to salming or Adidas? I bought adidas and salming shoes before in size 11.5 US and they fit perfect for me. I don’t like Adidas new shoes and salming are too pricey, so I want to try some Asics but i only find them online. I appreciate a lot your comments.
Rod says
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In my experience they tend to fit true to size. Adidas tends to fit narrower than Asics and Salming based on the models I’ve worn in the past. I’ve worn Stabil 11s, Salming Race R1 and Asics Fastball 2, Blast 5, Gel Squad and Rockets.
Jason says
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True except for the Salming Kobras. From experience you need atleast a half size bigger in Kobras then you do with Asics.
Alex says
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Hey guys. I wanted to ask, which are the ‘slipperiest’ squash shoes around? I like to slide a bit on Court. I can do so with my tennis shoes but they are harder and heavier so they aren’t practical. You see te pros (especially Farag) who slide pretty easily. I’ve heard that some Asics shoes are designed to slide? Does anyone know particular models they are easy to slide in? (Currently wearing adidas stabil x. Too much grip)
Thanks guys
Spencer says
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I’d love to know if anyone has insight on this! I’m trying to work on hard low lunges to the front and sliding can be a useful tactic, but I seem to slide only randomly in my shoes at the moment.
jon says
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Even if you are flexible enough, sliding into a deep a split is not very effective as you get trapped, much better to go into a deep forward lunge imho; sliding sounds dangerous.
Paul H says
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All squash shoes are designed to NOT slide, otherwise you have no purchase when you push off and lose speed and energy. Also, if you are deep lunging for a ball, as you should and the foot slips away, you could be in big trouble, That’s why they mop up any sweat on court. Squash is not tennis.
USMAN ABSAR says
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hello,
i wanted to ask about a training shoe which could be used for squash,
do you guys recommend me to use nike metacon 1 shoes,
they are training shoes which look flexible, do you recommend these shoes
Pierre says
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Interesting, I had never heard of those. I don’t know if they would be any good for squash. They seem to be made for CrossFit and those types of workouts. Here are some Metcon 3s with what look like non-marking soles.
http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pd/metcon-3-mens-training-shoe/pid-11599437/pgid-11464961
Will see if anybody that has tried them has a comment!
USMAN ABSAR says
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thanks mate
Jack says
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I tried the Minimus 40 trainer from New Balance – although it has a Vibram outsole that appears to be very similar to most court shoes, it did not grip well on the squash court and I ultimately returned them. Not sure if many training shoes have a good of ankle support as most squash shoes.
Gabriel says
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what shoe will give best cushioning ? tried the asics gel rockets but found them lacking .I was thinking of something like addidas stabill boost 20y but i am finding it hard to source them . any suggestions ?
Wouter says
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You might want to give Mizuno a try.
Last season I used the Mizuno wave stealth 3 and it felt like I was walking on trampolines, I kid you not. They are one of the heaviest shoes around, but given my total body weight, I’d say they’re pretty light.
alu says
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Are there any hints about increasing durability? I’ve been using Adidas shoes so far, but they wear out pretty soon. I always have the same issue with holes in the area of the inner top side of the back leg.
Adipower stabil 10 had faux leather that wore out very quickly. Adipower Stabil 11 had plastic which was better, but it is still breaking down. I tried to cover up the holes with duct tape but it merely lasts one session. Maybe other brands are better?
Alex says
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Hi. Over here in Asia, many of us go to cobblers or leather repair shops and get a piece of rawhide leather stitched over it.
andy says
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Pierre, incredible & informative site. Have been using mizuno lighting z, finally had enough with how quickly they wear and have caused me an injury in the heel not gripping the floor. Looking at harrow shoes, have not figured out which of 3 models will be purchasing, reviewed your helpful video review, any further experience involving the 3 models.. Thanks
Pierre says
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Thanks Andy, I did not get to use the Harrow shoes much after doing the reviews
Leo says
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Andy, search on amazon for the lighting z and find my review. This mizuno shoes is nor adequate for squash and it’s actually really dangerous. Had hard time arguing with mizuno so they can replace the shoes
Pierre says
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Thanks Leo, I will update these shoes with a warning that they probably aren’t good for squash
Ryan Rogen says
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I have ASICS Men’s GEL and I can advice it . These shoes are built with a lot of synthetic materials that help keep them light in weight. Even the sole on them is more synthetic based as opposed to more traditional rubber soles. Asics has designed these in several different color combinations also.
We all really like the way these shoes have excellent padding throughout them. They are very comfortable, to say the least. They have gel cushioning in both the front and back of the shoe. This also helps them fit the form of your foot nicely too.
Ahsan Najam says
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Thanks probably I need to try some thing with a bit higher sole rather than a completely flat like in Blast 5 just a thought as I tried Dunlop though not enough cushioning but felt better just a thought
Ahsan says
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Hi All
Need advice.I am using Gel Blast 5 considering I have broad feet and with recent meniscus surgery I am back in courts playing about 4-5 days a week competitive. I have noticed that now after the game my feet is hurting bad ,I wake up with pain calf and now I am being more careful I am planning to switch my shoe though I just broke into it.
Please suggest if salming is the best choice and if so which model would you recon.
Pierre Already a fan of your site and always admire your work that you have put in for all of us to benefit from. cheers
Bryan says
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I currently use the asics gel blade 5 but I understand they are discontinued. Do you anticipate that asics will come out with a gel blade 5 replacement in 2017? What is a good similar lightweight shoe?
Dan says
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Hi I wonder if you could help I’m currently wearing asics gel fireblast but have been plagued with constant calf injurys it seems ever since I started wearing these! Prior to these I had a pair of gel rockets and seemed to have no issues! Obviously I cannot be certain it’s the shoes but my calf problems are constant and I’m willing to try anything! What would you suggest?
Sean says
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Fireblast is a low profile lightweight shoe better suited for the pro’s. Get a Gel Blast 7 or Gel Fastball 2 for the best cushioning & support
Pierre says
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Hi Dan, I’ve had this happen before where I switched to a high-end well-padded shoe but my knees started hurting every time I got on court. In your case I would honestly just switch back to the Gel Rockets if they were working for you!
dan says
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Hi,
Sorry to butt in, but I’ve been warring the Black Prince NFL 11 for years!!! and wanted a change, although ive always been a little worried about ankle support. I did change a few years ago, and rolled my ankle, can you recommended a shoe that would provided all the normal attributes, as well having good ankle support like the Prince? Thank Dan
Pierre says
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I’ve always used shoes with normal/little ankle support so I’m probably not the best to advise on that. I do sometimes come across “mid-top” models that have more support around the ankles. I haven’t tried them personally but might give you some ideas.
https://www.squashsource.com/mid-squash-shoes/
A popular one on the pro tour is the Salming Race R9
Omar El-Gohary says
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Hello,
I bought a pair of the Salming Race R1 squash shoes and they were too narrow for my feet. What would you recommend for wider feet?
Would really appreciate your help.
Thanks!
Simon says
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I have wide feet and get on well with Asics shoes; both for running and squash. I currently have Asics Gel Blast 5 shoes.
Jeka says
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Try Prince/Ektelon NFS series. I use the classic ones for at least 15 years, having wider foot problem. I believe I would never replace it with another vendor pair.
Jo says
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It seems like they have been discontinued – have you found anything to replace them with ankle support?
Ali says
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Hello,
I started to get pain in my knees stays for 2 days after the game. Which shoes you recommend to support and prevent this pain?
Thanks
Ali
usman says
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i recommend salming r1 and r3 because they have better cushioning in their shoes as compared to other brands like adidas and nike
Ali says
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Thank you Usman.
Sag says
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Looking at shoes over $100AUD.
Have narrowish feet with slight arch.
Choices between:
Salming Kobra, Salming Viper 3.0, Salming Race R9, Asics Gel Volley Elite 3 and Asics Gel Ballistic
Pierre says
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I’ve tried the Kobra and the Viper and the Race R1/R2 (similar to R9 but without the extra ankle support). Of these my favorite are the Race models. I’d say my feet are also narrowish with a slight arch. I like where the arch is in the Race models. The only drawback is the Race models were a little too roomy – but just a little. I wear my regular size and just cinch them up tight. The Kobra is pretty good too and what I’m actually wearing now. The Viper was a little too flat-soled for me. I haven’t tried the two Asics you mentioned.
Spyros says
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Having also narrowish with slight arch feet, I came upon a similar dilemma a few months ago.
I have decided to go for Asics Gel Volley Elite. I have purchased the dark blue- black model, mainly for its look (much better than it seems in photos), and I have been using it for over 10 months till now.
They offer excellent grip and adequately facilitate moisture. Also, they are comfortable. Not to mention their paramount durability (I am a regular player, playing 5-6 times per week. Additionally, they show no signs of degradation, even after regularly being washed in the washing machine.)
Nevertheless, in a view to be objective, I have never used Salming footwear; thus, please do not get me that I recommend Gel Volley over Samling.
By the way, I also use Asics GEL FLARE 5, which is probably a descent shoe. Though it does not offer the same feel as Gel Volley Elite, it offers equivalent characteristics, being almost half priced.
Paul says
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Pierre, I’m currently using the Salming Race R2 3.0, and found that I needed to go down a half size to keep my heel from slipping. I’m thinking about trying the Kobra and I’m wondering: Did you find the sizing of the Kobra to be similar to the Race?
Pierre says
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It’s a good question. My instinctive response is the Race and Kobra are about the same in terms of sizing. For both, I wore my regular size but needed to cinch up my laces pretty tight. I would suggest ordering the same size you used for the Race. Hopefully it works out and/or you can exchange it easily. I will try and put on my old Races tonight and see if I can feel a difference. One thing is with the Race I feel it got even more loose over time as it wore in. The Kobra for me was a bit more structurally sound / didn’t change as much over time, if that makes any sense.
Paul says
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Thanks, Pierre! That’s a great help. I’m going to go with the size I’ve found works for the Race, which is half size down from my normal.
Are you going back to the Race after the Kobra wears out? I’m considering trying the Kobra because the Race are currently low in stock, plus some guys at our club have high praise for the Kobra.
Pierre says
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Hey Paul I’m not sure but leaning Kobra. More thoughts here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xeGlxolp5k
Paul says
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Thanks, Pierre!
B says
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Excellent site you have here but with so many options it’s hard to filter the right one out for me and would like some help.
I started playing casually about a year ago in running shoes but as of right now, my knees ache while playing and feet would hurt after so pretty sure i’d need to invest in a pair of indoor shoes.
I’m looking for something with good support and comfort. Going through other comments general recommendations seems to be either Salming or Asics.
Which one should i be considering:
– Any of the salming shoes?
– Asics blade
– Asics fireblast2 — considering these for aestheticity but haven’t seen many comments on these
– Asics rocket
Any information would be appreciated, thanks.
Sanna says
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Hi B,
Salming Race models are good for comfort and there are medium cushion. Viper models are bit lower and less cushion (or in opinion there’s none). But both of these shoes has POOR durability and traction. Personally I threw away my Race model after one month playing.
In Asics Blade and rocket models are also lower and less cushion. In these shoes you can really feel every moment on court. But if you have history of knee pains I wouldn’t recommend these shoes for you.
Other Asics models Fireblast, Fastball and Blast has more cushion and they are still good on court. Personally I play with Fastball but they’s only negative side minimal cushion on heel.
Adidas has also quite good cushion in all of there shoes.
Hope this shed a light a bit!
kkc88 says
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Best shoes with lots of cushioning are definitely the high-end Asics Gel Blast! Perfect for those who have knee problems. Moreover, these shoes last a long time due to the use of high-quality materials. The only downside is the extra cushioning makes it slightly heavier than other shoes.
B says
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Thank you Sanna and KKC for your reply. I guess i will take a look at the adidas and high end asics range 🙂
B says
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btw, what other models would be considered “high-end” for asics. I went to my local store and the range is very limited with not much to choose from.
Pete says
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I’m looking for good shoes with good heal soft cushion-my shins starts to hurts
Ray palmer says
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Would you recommend the asics gell rocket 7 volleyball court shoe for squash ?
Pierre says
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Yes, they are my favorite low-cost squash shoe
James Potter says
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Hello Pierre,
I enjoy the site, it’s very informative. Lately I’ve been having some knee pain, could you recommend the best shoes for this? I almost pulled the trigger on the Dunlops at the ToC but am hesitant based on the feedback in your review of them. What have been the best shoes for protecting knees?
Thanks in advance and keep up the good work,
James
Pierre says
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Thanks James. I personally used to have knee pain when I was using the Adidas Adipower Stabil 10s from a few years ago. These have lots of padding and initially everything was great, but after a few months I felt that pain in my knees develop. I switched to Salming, specifically the Race models, and that pain went away. In retrospect I’m not sure why the Salmings worked over time but the Adidas didn’t, even though both are considered well padded. Maybe it’s just something about my feet?? I guess what I’m trying to say is you may need to experiment. The Dunlop Flash Ultimates in my opinion did not have enough padding. What you can do though is buy an athletic insert to give you additional cushioning. Here are some examples. Come to think of it, those Dunlops might be a good candidate for inserts because they seemed to have extra space inside the shoe, meaning vertical space, like I think there’s room to add an insert and not feel like you were falling out the top of the shoes. Hope that helps.
James Potter says
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Pierre thanks so much for your response. I currently use Superfeet orange inserts which might need replacement. I will probably opt for Salmings based on your experience and several good reviews.
Best regards,
James
James G says
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hi,
I’m looking at buying a pair of squash shoes but I need the maximum arch / ankle support possible. Everything I have tried just isn’t good enough and my ankle will roll inwards just standing in them . My running shoes are a pair of ‘Saucony Stable CS’ and they are absolutely brilliant. Any squash shoes along those lines would be great (need to be indoor). I appreciate flexibility is probably preferred in most cases but somewhat searching for the opposite!
Thank you
AL says
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Salming Race R9 might suit your requirements, James.
usman says
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Hey can I use adidas barricade shoes of tennis for squash, does it make a difference?
Nawar says
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Dear Usman,
I don’t recommend to use the Adidas Barricade shoes for squash, it’s stiffer, heavier with no good gripping, the thing that i’ve tried once the Adidas Tennis shoe and i broke my big toes!! so it’s risky instead, you can try the Adidas shoes Stabil 10,11,12 or 13.the latest models are lighter with excellent grip.
usman says
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Thank you nawar
Farooque Ahsan says
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Hi there
I have running 30-35 minutes every day. I do not play squash but want to use these for running. Do you think they will equally be good for running? Many thanks for your time.
Pierre says
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I’m not a runner myself … I think squash shoes would probably work fine for running, the only problem is they are designed to be used on court and are reinforced for things like dragging your toes and other stuff specific to squash, so I’m worried they won’t be very durable outside the courts where the wear and tear will occur in different spots.
Tony says
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Hi, anyone know which squash shoe is suitable for flat feet?
Zach Leber says
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Asics Gel-anything with removable insoles/sock liners (no Rockets) so you can add one pair of these:
http://www.tenseconds.com/flatfoot.php
Changed my life. Used to be in pain after every match, now injury free for 20 years.
Pierre says
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Interesting, thanks Zach
Mansur says
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Hi , I am having some problems with my shin & ankle due to overweight…can u adivse which shoes would be good in this case.
Pierre says
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You probably want one with lots of cushioning and I am honestly not sure which ones to recommend. Let me think about it and ask around.
Pierre says
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I thought about it a bit more and came up with the Adidas Stabil, Salming R1 or R2, and the Mizuno Wave Tornado series.
I haven’t used the latest Stabils but I did use a previous version and they had lots of cushioning. The Salming Race shoes I have used and enjoy. The Mizuno Tornado, a reader said (about a previous version) that they are a “beast” when it comes to cushioning.
All of these shoes are expensive. I think the extra cushioning increases the cost of production.
Pierre says
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I posted the question on Reddit here and got a few additional helpful answers.
Mansur says
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Thanks alot…..I am going for adidas stabil reviews are good but cant find them in dubai
Aqil says
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Hi.
I am relatively a new squash player. Started about 10 weeks ago. I’ve been playing casually and recreationally. I dont think I’d ever compete competitively.
Do you think it’s still worth it to invest in a good pair of shoes like the salming kobra/race or dya have any other recommendations for someone like me? I play on average about 2-3x per week (some sessions are just me dng solo drills).
My concern is that if i do invest in a good pair, it has to last me for a long time! (Say one year and above?) I also have somewhat of a flat foot.
Hope to hear from your soon!
Pierre says
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If you’re just getting started and want to save a bit on cost I’d go for the Asics Gel Rocket 7s. They are less expensive but still good enough that many pros use them. I don’t know about how they work with a flatter foot. The Kobras are a really nice shoe with probably more padding than the Rockets but they are one option of many.
Louis says
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Do you think the Nike Tiempo Genio Leather IC are alright for playing squash? I know they’re more for indoor court sports specifically indoor soccer (futsal) but they seem well-suited for squash nonetheless. The sole is also non-marking and is pretty light-weight.
tor says
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why wouldn’t they? i used my adidas mundial goal (inndoor/futsal) for several years and they were perfect.
Alex says
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Hi!
I’m interested in getting a pair of Salming shoes and I’m wondering what’s the exact difference between the Kobra, Viper, and Race?
I currently have the ASIC Gel Domain 3, which I find pretty decent but a bit stiff.
Thoughts on which Salming shoe would best fit me? Thanks!
Pierre says
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I’ve never tried the Gel Domain 3. I’ve done some reviews of the Race and Viper which you can check out for a bit more detail but basically for me the Viper is a bit lower-profile and didn’t have as much padding in the sole. I preferred the Race. I’m currently testing out the Kobra. It’s more like the Race I think. I will try to do a comparison review of all 3 later.
David Wong says
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How would you compare the size and cutting for Salming Kobra and other Salming shoes ?
Ajay says
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Hi , which is a better show between Asics gel rocket 7 and Asics gel domain 3 for squash?
Pierre says
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I like the Asics Gel Rocket 7 and it’s a decent price too. I’ve never tried the Asics Gel Domain 3, sorry.
Harsh Patel says
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Hi Pierre. What is your opinion on using low cut basketball shoes for squash? Since both games require bursts of movement and quick changes in direction, I thought this might be possible. Something like the Kobe 11’s? Also, I would like to point out that I love your content and it has been very helpful. Cheers!
Pierre says
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Hey Harsh, I’ve never tried basketball shoes for squash. Just last year Julian Illingworth was wearing a pair of Adidas D Lillard, I think those are basketball shoes. There’s also a guy named Will Carlin, who writes for Squash Magazine in the US, and he’s used high-top basketball sneakers for a while, mainly out of concern for ankle protection, as I remember it. He did a recent article on it in Squash Magazine actually, but I can’t seem to find a version of it online. He is using high-tops but anyway that’s a clue basketball sneakers might work fine for squash. One thing that worries me is I don’t see “non-marking” specified on the soles of the Kobe 11s. I was looking at this pair.
Harsh Patel says
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Hi Pierre!
Sorry for the late response. I looked at this pair (http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pd/kobe-xi-mens-basketball-shoe/pid-11096383/pgid-11076736) when I was thinking of getting it. I earlier owned a pair of Metcon 2’s that I used for squash, but they started tearing so I got a refund. Although it did not mention non marking soles, I asked Nike about it and they said that these types of shoes are non marking. I ended up buying Salming vipers though. Hope they last.
Brandon says
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HI, I just started playing squash and I am looking for a pair of shoes for squash.
I read the comments and found out that salming is the best in the market; however, it seems a bit expensive for me as a beginner.
So I would like to know if you guys have any recommendations on shoes under $100.
Please give your advice to the squash novice 🙂
Pierre says
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Hey Brandon, I’ll throw out the Asics Gel Rocket 7. I’ve liked them, they’re not too expensive. For what it’s worth, several pro squash players wear them.
Brandon says
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Thank you for your very quick reply ! I will defiantly try them on. Thanks again 🙂
Paul says
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Hi
I have a wide foot and am needing a new pair of wheels for squash.
What are peoples thoughts on Salming shoes for the wider foot?
Has anyone tried out the new Salming Kobra?
Thanks in advance for any help!
Stuart Anderson says
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I have a pair of Salming and I found them a little on the narrow side.
I will be reverting back to the Prince NFS Range because they are just so comfortable and good for wider foot. Happy hunting…
Kirk says
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I have a wide foot as well and have usually had to use New Balance. NB used to offer a soft gum sole, but no longer do. I would love to find a 4E shoe. Any suggestions? May have to resort to basketball shoes – for the use on a court and grip.
Javier says
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What aere the lighter squash shoes available out there?
Pierre says
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People seem to like the Asics Gel Fastball and say it’s light. Never tried it myself. The Asics Gel Upcourt is light, though I’m a little concerned about the durability. I feel Salming shoes are light. Will see what others say too.
Phoebe Bourne says
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i have recently been playing squash and i was wondering are yonex shoes good for playing squash in ?
Pierre says
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Hi Phoebe, yes, Yonex shoes are appropriate for squash. They are targeted towards the badminton crowd, but they are good non-marking shoes for squash. (Most shoe manufacturers make shoes for badminton, handball or volleyball, and these get used by squash players.) I have pages for women’s Yonex and men’s Yonex shoes, although they’re a bit out of date at this point 🙁
veludoleao says
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I would like to help on this issue. I am wearing now Yonex SHB-75EX. My impressions are: super light (US 10, UK 9,5 size, 290 grams), super grip, close to the floor, super cushionig, super comfortable. In other words: awsome, fantastic, wonderful shoes! I am loving it. I already had Hi Tech M550, Mizuno Wave Bolt and Adidas Essence. All of them do not even get close to Yonex SHB-75EX.
I also have Yonex SHB SC2EX (https://www.squashsource.com/yonex-shb-sc2ex-shoes/). Compared to 75EX, they are a little higher on the heel and heavier (320 grams, same size as above). On the other hand, it has more cushioning, what Yonex says that it is better for the knees. I am not a big fan of it (as I am of 75EX), but overall, it is also good shoes, well built.
By the way, Pierre, I noticed that Yonex SHB-75EX is not listed on Yonex shoes page. Could I contribute to that? I have some pictures of it that I could share.
Ibrahim says
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P. I guess its worth looking into hummel indoor shoes since you already have yonex in the above list of indoor shoes manufacturers. Check omnicourt z8 please.
Jon Catuccio says
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So far so good with the Salming Viper. Very comfortable shoe.
I have an extra 8.5 US pair that are too big for me if anyone is interested.
http://goo.gl/VNF0j0
Alex says
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Im intrested…im goin to use it playing table tennis..prob im in manila
Harold says
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Does anyone know who makes a size 11 4E court shoe. I play racquetball and squash and can’t find a good pair. I’m looking for ones that provide good cushioning (especially for my knees). My 653CTs finally died. Please help!!!
Johan says
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I weight 115kg and suffer of plantar faccitis.
I play whit Nike tennis shoes because I feel they provide good cushioning.
Any suggestion for squash shoes whit best coushining for a heavy weight?
Rod Foster says
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first off all for your plantar faccitis
buy one of these:
http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/products/SUR103/sure-foot-foot-rubz/?cc=NA&sc=C6X1A110&cm_mmc=psearch-_-google-_-na-_-rrs101-SUR103&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Psearch&utm_term=RRS101-SUR103
and this one too:
http://www.amazon.com/Due-North-Foot-Massage-Roller/dp/B00T69CWFW?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=A28LWE4V04ILBR
i would then proceed to take a break for an extended amount of time and let that heal
i myself have been able to curtail any more issues w/ plantar since i purchased the Salming squash shoes….
i too used nike, asics, adidas and they hurt my feet too much…so much so i couldn’t even do jumping jacks or jump ropes
hope this helps! good luck and come back and keep us updated!
steve says
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Do I need my size which is a 42 or do i need half size bigger 42.5
NB says
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Not sure on the shoes but I suffered with plantar fasciitis for two years and met a chiropractor who cured it. He examined me and discovered that it was caused by tightness in my lower back and my calf. He cited it by ‘Dry Needle Therapy’ – similar to acupuncture.
LUIS ASTURIAS says
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I’ve used asics for more than 6 years and want to change for R1 or R2 Salming. Which is the equivalent for 10.5 asics in salming?
Thank’s
Luis
Pierre says
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I think you should try your normal size 10.5 first. Salming run a little large in my experience, but I still buy my usual size. Of course, it’s impossible to tell for certain how they will fit your feet until you try them on.
LUIS ASTURIAS says
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Thank’s Pierre. in UK number wich would be equivalent to US 10.5?
Pierre says
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Hi Luis, a US 10.5 is a UK 10. You can use this chart to convert sizes:
http://www.i18nguy.com/l10n/shoes.html#adult
Felipe Escobar says
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Hello i’ve been looking for some squash shoes for a while currently im training 3 times a week, but the shoes i am using are not for squash, the reason is that i need soft and comfortable shoes due to a knee problem, the issue with this shoes is that they don’t give me the protection i need in my ankle because the sides are really thin ( they are adidas running shoes clima cool). So the thing is i need to buy online and it will be great if you could help me find the right shoes. Keeping in mind that the main feature im looking for is comfort, so the change of shoes doesn’t affect to much my feet and knee. Thank you very much. Looking forward for your answer
Rodney Foster says
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Felipe,
i would, and always do on here, highly recommend the salming squash shoes.
this year’s line are true to size….last year’s size i felt ran a little big but 2016 product line you can order w/ confidence.
regardless, those are your best bet.
good cushion and ergonomics for your feet, ankles and knees and your squash game!
best of luck!!!
Victor says
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Hi,
I’ve been trying to buy the right shoes for a while now but where I’m at it’s very difficult to find shoes dedicated to squash. Recently I found head’s new Revolt Pro, I know its a tennis shoes but I would like to know if someone have tried this and see if would be suitable for squash.
I’ve been playing with some Adidas made for running and they have worn out, obviously they are not made for squash, but this is my third pair in over a year. And trust me when I say this, I wont find Squash shoes near me.
Any comments would be appreciated!
Rod Foster says
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this is when you need to do research online
and buy online
i’d recommend adidas, asics and especially salming shoes.
all can be found here and if you do your due diligence you’ll find the right one for you and the right size. dont be scared to buy online. good squash shoes are a must if you’re getting to be a serious player
Matt says
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Can’t decide between Salming Viper 2.0 and Race R2 3.0, anyone got any experience or thoughts about either of them?
Pierre Bastien says
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I’ve worn the Viper 2.0 and Race R2 2.0. I liked them both and recommend them both. I have a slight preference for the Race R2. It feels a bit more cushioned to me. The Viper was a little stiffer in the sole.
Jamie McIlroy says
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I currently wear the R2 3.0 in white. Terrific shoe, more durable than any other Salming I’ve owned (I’ve owned most of them).
The viper is better shoe, for me, but has durability issues for my plodding style.
Michael says
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I have had surgery on my ankle twice. Is there a high top squash shoe?
Pierre Bastien says
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I haven’t posted too many shoes with ankle support but two that come to mind are the Asics Gel Volleycross Revolution MT and Salming Race R9. Also I saw Julian Illingworth wearing some high-tops at the 2015 World Championships.
nick says
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Michael,
If you use regular squash show, you could try using it with Active Ankle T2:
http://www.activeankle.com/products/athletic/rigid-ankle-braces/t2-ankle-brace-detail
Its a very good brace. Almost impossible to twist your ankle while wearing it.
john says
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Try what many racket and basketball players use…ASO Wrap.
B says
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Hey, quick question – what does anyone think of playing and practising with two different makes of shoe? e.g. practising in Salmings and playing competitively in Asics – do you think it’s a big deal or should you aim to play and practise in the same footwear?
Rod Foster says
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can’t imagine why you’d do that? what’s the reasoning behind it?
i personally rotate my 4 pairs of salmings through and give them equal play…they’re marked 1,2,3,4 ….1 is week 1…2 is…and so on
i would suggest the new The North Face flip flops for lounging and drinking beer. that’s the best i can do.
🙂
Michael says
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I’ve used Asics for years and they last 3months tops and the rubber goes off so quick, i have to throw them away.
I have Salming Vipers now and seem to be getting gripper on court the older there are getting, I would recommend sticking with one brand-model.
My next pair maybe R1’s just for a little more support in ankle area, personal preference I spose.
Joran Wamelink says
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Actually I am conducting this experiment at the moment. Someone on SquashSource told me to buy a pair of Salming shoes. According to him these were the best currently. I also bought a final pair of Adipower Stabil 11’s because Adidas doesn’t producte them anymore. Now I am training on Salming and playing matches on the Adipower. I have to admit I like Salming but they don’t give me the inside grip within the shoe I like. I am pretty big player and expect more of a shoe than these lightweight Salmings. While in search of a new shoe I find it very nice to train on different shoes and get to compare it real good. Though be it a bigger investment, I believe this is the best way to find the right replacement for the Adipower.
Rod Foster says
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i might have been the one to tell you about salming
just my experience on the web and from some players….i think they are consistently rated the best…but it always come down to the individual player
i’ve played w/ adidas and asics and salming and even a nike court that i thought was pretty crap…can’t remember the brand…
i found asics to be too lightweight, the adidas too heavy and contribute to plantar fasciitis and the salmings, like goldilocks, were JUST RIGHT.
i think you’re right to experiment. but as for the OP, i’m not so sure i see the use in switching shoes for practice or match/game play
B says
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Hey, OP here, i only ask as the shoes i wear for matches aren’t made anymore and i don’t want to wear them out!!
Ahmed Mohidin says
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I am looking for information on shoes that are suited for squash, my feet hurt a bit after each session and wanted to know your take on it.
I wear orthotic support for arches. Need a better cushion shoe.
Which shoe do you recommend. Also, Is there a benefit from buying specially socks?
Rod Foster says
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i think you’ll benefit greatly w/ salming squash shoes.
they’re durable…and out of the 3 brands i’ve tested…asic, adidas and salming…salming is the best!!!
i find, that since i bought the salmings, i’m not looking specifically for ortho supports or cushioned socks.
hope that helps!
Pierre Bastien says
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I also like the cushioning in the Salming Race R1s or R2s. They are my go-to shoes right now.
Many of the pros seem to wear the Adidas Adipower Stabil 11s, which are supposed to have lots of cushioning, though I must admit I tried an earlier version of that shoe and found my knees would ache. Also, the Stabil 11s have been replaced by the Stabil Boost, which are a new design that is getting mixed reviews from squash players.
I don’t have any good recommendations on cushioned socks. I just created a page for squash socks with a few bits of info from myself and others. Maybe readers will leave further feedback there.
David says
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Hey! I love your site and is the only place I really trust 🙂
I am looking for information on socks that are suited for squash, my feet suffer a bit after each session and wanted to know your take on it.
Is there a benefit from buying specially socks?
Joran says
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Check out the Karakal X4 Ankle socks. I prefer a lower and rather thick sock. Furthermore it has a kind of anti-slip dots on the ball of your foot so you stay rightly positioned within the shoe, even when you do big lunges! They can also be bought as trainers (socks aboven the ankle).
Good luck!
Pierre Bastien says
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Thanks David and Joran. I just created a post on squash socks and included a review of my current socks. I don’t have too much knowledge on socks but I though I’d start a separate page for this to see what other readers have to say.
Joran says
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Thumbs up! +1
Rod Foster says
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i think some noticeable benefits in finding a good sock are the extra support and cushioning and some wick away sweat better than others.
i am definitely going to try out Pierre’s suggestion on the fox river socks
i use these and they seem to last pretty darn well
http://www.squashgear.com/asics-kayano-classic-quarter-socks-1-pack-zk1022-0136.html
Ahsan Najam says
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Asics Gel Rocket 7
pankaj says
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best squash shoes under 60 usd