Issue link: https://viewer.e-digitaledition.com/i/1504453
18 • Footwear Insight ~ July/August 2023 footwearinsight.com Acacia Sports Tyler Loong Signature Cloud Shoe Developed from a three-year collaborative effort with the pickleball pro, this shoe features a contoured rubber outsole engineered to provide traction and stability, allowing for quick, confident, explosive movements. It is designed with ultra-lightweight materials, including a ProFlex membrane casing and Micro-honeycomb mesh toe area, for comfort and support. An extended wrap-around kevlar drag-guard provides enhanced abrasion protection in high impact areas and a reinforced heel cup supports stability during lateral movements. MSRP $139.99. Head Pickleball Revolt Evo 2.0 Comfort reigns supreme in the Pickleball Revolt Evo 2.0 shoe with plenty of cushioning, padding and flexibility, as well as an extra-wide fit. e upper is made of lightweight, breathable mesh and the midsole has shock-absorbing tech. e shoe offers support for making multidirectional movements across the court. is is the key difference between a good court/pickleball shoe and a typical running shoe that you will see many beginners bring to the court. MSRP $119. FILA Volley Burst Designed specifically for pickleball, this brand-new style offers cushion and slip in comfort to maximize on-court performance. e shoe was designed with specific feedback on key pivot point placement from the top-ranked female player in the world. e brand's Evergrind material delivers on-court traction and tread to enhance lateral movement. is versatile shoe is designed for competitive and recreational players alike. Hitting the marketplace this September in men's and women's versions and a variety of eye-catching colors. MSRP $110. K-Swiss Pickleball Supreme Targeted to the more competitive player looking for a light and responsive shoe with added comfort features, the Pickleball Supreme is a top-performing model from K-Swiss. is pickleball shoe incorporates Surge 7.0 for energy return and a new Durawrap flex upper for ideal fit and protection. e Dragguard 7.0 outsole offers durability. It also has a molded EVA sock liner and a textile collar lining. MSRP $119.95. ATHLETIC PICKLEBALL