1. Adidas Barricade V Men’s Shoes White/Black
Adidas continues to surprise with its fifth generation Barricade by raising the bar for performance tennis shoes. With more mesh utilized from heel to toe, the Barricade V offers improved ventilation and a lighter feel on court. This shoe also offers more flex than the Barricade IV, providing a quicker break-in and a more comfortable ride. An excellent level of lateral support and stability is retained thanks to the combination of Adidas’s Torsion System and Claw supports on the lateral side of the forefoot. Whereas the Barricade IV was considered the ultimate hard court shoe, it has now been eclipsed by this fifth version, which offers all the performance in a lighter, faster package. An ideal choice for the aggressive player who tends to put a lot of abuse on their tennis shoes.
The legend continues with the new Adidas Barricade V! Drawing inspiration from the previous generation Barricade models, the Barricade 5 retains a perfect blend of durability, cushioning, and support. The Barricade V is the lightest Barricade yet, with the same familiar snug, supportive fit.
6 MONTH OUTSOLE WARRANTY
Color: White/Black/Iron Silver/Red
Features:
Upper:
Synthetic leather upper for lightweight and durability.
Inlay:
Molded EVA insole for anatomical comfort.
Midsole
adiPRENE insert for comfort and shock absorption. adiPRENE maintains forefoot propulsion and efficiency.
EXTENDED TORSION for midfoot and forefoot integrity.
Feathered construction allowing for ultimate performance in multi-directional sports such as tennis.
Outsole:
adiWEAR 6 for the best durability in high-wear areas.
Average weight: 17.0 oz. (Size 10.5)
2. K-Swiss Approach Mens Tennis Shoes
Following in the footsteps of the Defier, the K-Swiss Approach is all-new for 2008 and offers a lighter takedown of the top-of-the-line Stabilor SLS. The Approach offers a high level of lateral stability at an economical price. Utilizes proven K-Swiss technologies such as Shock Spring Cushioning and durable Aosta 7.0 rubber.
Color: White/Black/Platinum
Durability is acheived with an AOSTA 7.0 rubber outsole and high-abrasion toe wrap.
Traction comes from a tennis-specific, multi-surface wavebone tread pattern.
Cushioning is provided by Shock Spring technology in the heel.
Lateral stability is achieved with a skeletal support cage and heel stabilizing clip.
Stability enhanced further with perforated synthetic leather upper.
Average weight: 15.2 oz. (Size 10.5)
I have always had fond respect for K-Swiss tennis shoes. Since its founding in 1966, K-Swiss has provided serious tennis players with high-quality, performance shoes.
The K-Swiss Defier RS is engineered to stand up to the most intense game. The TecTuff high-abrasion toe wrap creates a durable barrier between the court and the foot. The abrasion-resistant DragGuard is placed in the toe and the heel of the Aosta 7.0 rubber outsole. The Defier RS outsole features non-marking and a clay-friendly herringbone tread pattern for multi-surface traction .
Although, its an older model, I find the Defier still a tennis shoe to reckon with.
A top pick with the editors at Tennis magazine, the K-Swiss Defier RS is a shoe you can pull out of the box and take right onto the court. Comfortable, lightweight and durable – featuring abrasion-resistant DragGuard in the toe and heel, TecTuff toe-wrap and Aosta 7.0 rubber outsoles – the Defier RS has a herringbone tread that works well on clay, grass or hard courts, which makes these shoes a versatile must-have for the multi-surface player. Awarded TENNIS Magazine’s Editor’s Choice in the 2005 Spring Gear Guide, the Defier RS is engineered to stand up to the most intense level of play. With a TecTuff high-abrasion toe wrap, this one is ideal for players who log a lot of hard court hours. Abrasion-resistant DragGuard is placed in the toe and the heel of the Aosta 7.0 rubber outsole for increased durability. The Defier RS outsole is non-marking and features a clay-friendly herringbone tread pattern for traction on all surfaces.
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