When I first started playing
When I got serious about my
Now, I own 5+ pairs (lol!).
But what are court shoes for pickleball?
Turns out, they’re quite different than tennis
The wrong pair of
But the right pair?
Those will keep your feet comfortable and supported while you focus on smashing those serves and sneaking in those dinks.
That’s why we’ve compiled this buyer’s guide to help you find the best
With so many options out there, it can be difficult to find the perfect pair. But don’t worry—we’ve got your back.
Top choice for best pickleball shoe
The best
Why?
It offers the most comfort and support of any
- Ultimate comfort while maintaining superior support
- High-density OrthoLite foam
- Enhanced stability & more control
The foot support is strong but it still offers enough flexibility for quick pivots and side-to-side play.
Not for you? No prob.
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Our Top Picks: Best Pickleball Shoes in 2023
Once you know what kind of shoe is best suited to your specific game style and court surface, it’s time to start browsing.
Here are a few of our favorites and the key features of each:
Tyrol Men’s Drive V Pickleball Shoe
- Wide and deep toe box & breathable mesh material
- Rubber toe guard offers stable support to prevent ankle rollover
- Torsion control shank & EVA midsole
You should know: The Drive V shoe is designed for
Key Features:
- Wide and deep toe box and padded tricot upper linings with breathable mesh material for optimum comfort.
- Rubber toe guard offers stable support to prevent ankle rollover.
- Superior stability from the Vibram rubber outsole, torsion control shank and EVA midsole.
- Open weave mesh nylon upper and aerated insole and midsole offer excellent flow-through ventilation.
FitVille Men’s Amadeus Pickleball Court Shoes
- Torsion resistant for best performance on court
- Wide & extra wide design for maximum comfort
- Removable insoles with arch support
You should know: FitVille has made one of the most affordable
The Amadeus Court shoe is great for hard courts because its durable outsole provides lots of traction for quick movements around the court.
Key Features:
- Torsion resistant for best performance on court
- Wide & extra wide design for maximum comfort
- Super soft and breathable upper to stay cool
- Slip-resistant outsoles made of premium rubber
- Removable insoles with arch support
Tyrol Men’s Rally Pickleball Shoe
- High-quality rubber sole for superior on-court traction
- Aerated breathable insole and cooling system
- Advanced tread design for added support & performance
You should know: The Rally
Key Features:
- High-quality rubber sole for superior on-court traction, stability, safety.
- Breathable mesh nylon upper, aerated breathable insole and cooling system.
- Advanced tread design for added support and performance.
Acacia Dinkshot Pickleball Shoe
- High-abrasion contoured outsoles
- Kevlar drag guards enable quick lateral movements
- Wider-fitting toe-box for space and structure
You should know: The Acacia Dinkshot pickleball shoe offers solid support without sacrificing comfort thanks to its dual-density cushioning system and shock-absorbing midsole technology.
Key Features:
- High-abrasion contoured outsoles.
- Kevlar drag guards enable quick lateral movements.
- Wider-fitting toe-box for space and structure.
Men’s Skechers Viper Court Pickleball Shoes
- Durable outsole for heavy use on outdoor courts
- Lightweight Ultra Flight cushioning
- Removable insole helps mold to your foot to reduce shock and increase weight dispersion
You should know: Chances are your doctor will approve of the Sketchers Viper Court
If you need that extra support, this podiatrist-designed shape should help. It was developed with 20 years of data and 120,000 unweighted foot scans.
I’ve written an entire blog post about the new Skechers Viper Court Pro shoe (released in early 2023). It breaks down the difference between the original Viper Court shoe and the new pro version.
Key Features:
- Removable Arch Fit® insole.
- Lightweight Ultra Flight cushioning.
- Goodyear® Performance Outsole.
- Patented Skechers Arch Fit® insole system with podiatrist-certified arch support.
- Removable insole helps mold to your foot to reduce shock and increase weight dispersion.
Men’s K-Swiss Express Light Pickleball Court Shoes
- Comfortable, lightweight, breathable shoe
- Features a K-Swiss Pickleball logo, customized pickleball sockliner
- First court shoe designed specifically for pickleball
You should know: K-Swiss is the first brand to introduce a court shoe specifically designed for
Key Features:
- Comfortable, lightweight, breathable shoe.
- Features a K-Swiss
Pickleball logo, customizedpickleball sockliner. - P.op. handtag on the lateral sides.
No matter what type of
From lightweight options like the Tyrol Men’s Rally Pickleball Shoe to ultra-stability runners like the Rush Pro Ace Pickler and everything in between – there’s something here for everyone!
We hope this buying guide has helped narrow down some options. All it takes now is a little bit of research before investing in a new pair of
What to look for when Buying Pickleball Shoes
Before you buy a new pair of
First: what type of court surface do you usually play on? Different courts require different types of
Think about:
- If you play mostly on hard courts, look for
shoes that provide traction and support during quick turns and stops; - If you play mostly on indoor courts, look for lightweight
shoes with cushioning on the heel; - If you play mostly outdoors, look for
shoes with strong grip soles to prevent slipping when playing on wet surfaces.
You should also think about whether or not your game requires stability (if so, look for wide base soles) or agility (in which case look for flexible soles).
Finally, consider how important breathability is to you—this will determine whether or not mesh fabric is necessary.
FAQ
You don’t need
Running
While tennis
The toe box of most
The right
It’s also important to note if you’re looking for additional support, added stability, or increased agility as each
Most
different features that are designed specifically for women.
For instance, a narrower fit, lower center of gravity, and deeper tread depths provide better traction.
There are tons of great women’s pickleball shoes on the market right now.
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