After you’ve acquired a tennis racquet, the next most important piece of tennis gear are shoes. The tennis shoe has evolved quite a bit over the years, and now are a crucial part of the game. You want sneakers that are lightweight, comfortable, and are able to grip the court, otherwise you’ll trip over yourself, and no one wants that. There are a wide range of different tennis shoes that are available, however the most expensive ones come from a collection of brands that have established themselves as prominent forces within the athletic community. Here we take a look at a quick list of ten of the most expensive tennis shoes that are available today.
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10. The Adidas Ubsersonic – $125
While Nike was dominating the basketball scene of the 1980’s and 1990’s, Adidas was absolutely killing it when it came to tennis shoes. Adidas quickly established themselves as an industry leader when it comes to tennis gear, and still continue to produce some of the best tennis shoes on the market today. At $125 dollars, their Ubersonics are some of the most expensive. The sneakers features Adidas’ patented Sprintframe construction that provides the shoe with a lightweight yet supportive feel, polymer-reinfoced mesh, an abrasion resistant sole, a molded midsole, and a seamless construction.
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9. The New Balance 1296 – $130
Available for both men and women, the New Balance 1296’s are the brands flagship tennis shoe, and their most expensive at $130 dollars. The shoe features a high-quality synthetic/mesh design and a unique “S-Curve” sole that gives the user added levels of comfort and lateral support, for when you’re lunging for the ball. They also feature a seamless design and an outsole made from a special material that will not leave any marks on the court. Their fairly standard tennis shoes, but if you want the best from New Balance, look no further.
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8. The Wilson Rush Pro 2.0 – $130
The Wilson Sporting Goods Company has a very old relationship with tennis, so it’s no surprise that a pair of their sneakers make the list. The Rush Pro 2.0’s are available for both men and women, and they are the most premium tennis shoe that Wilson sells. The sneakers utilize a few of Wilson’s sneaker technology, like their Endofit sizing and their Pro Torque Chasis which increases stability and control. The Rush Pro 2.0’s also have a low-to-the-court feel that allows players to truly play to the best of their abilities.
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7. The Asics Gel-Solution Speed 2 – $130
The second iteration of the Gel-Solution, the Aspics Speed 2’s, are some of the most popular tennis shoes on the market. They combine high levels of comfort and solid construction at a fair price. It’s a low profile sneaker that features a flared lateral forefoot for stability, a lightweight and cushioning midsole construction, and Asics’s patented GEL Cushioning Systems that offer unparalleled levels of comfort. The shoes are available for men and women and come in a large range of different colors.
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6. The Adidas Barricade 9 All-Court – $140
The Barricade 9 All-Court’s are yet another standout tennis shoe from Adidas, and are among some of the most expensive out there. These sneakers are constructed with aggressive tennis players in mind, and are extremely durable and robust. The sneakers utilize a upper body thats made from ballistic mesh fiber that’s not only extremely durable, but lightweight and breathable as well. Additionally the sneakers have a TPU skin that’s supportive, their patented Adiprene technology, and extra cushioning under the heel for added comfort and support.
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5. The Asics Gel-Resolution 6 – $140
At $140 dollars, the Gel-Resolution 6’s from Asics are not only the companies flagship tennis shoe for men and women, they are their most expensive offering as well. They are the most updated tennis shoes from Asics as well, and feature many of the brands newest technologies. They have the companies Flexion Fit construction in the mid foot to increase stability and lateral support, an external heel counter, an extremely lightweight design, and of course their GEL Cushioning Systems which are found in both the rearfoot and forefoot of the shoe. These are the best tennis shoes from Asics, and they will not fail to please.
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4. The Nike Zoom Vapor 9.5 Tour Safari – $145
We have the first pair of Nike’s on our list, and they are the Zoom Vapor 9.5 Tour Safari’s. They are one of the companies more premium tennis shoe, and certainly hit all the check marks in what many consider to be a great sneaker. They have a low-profile design with responsive cushioning, Nike’s Dynamic Fit system that ensures the sneaker fits like a glove, a flexible outsole, and a Herringbone pattern that increases traction on the court. Not only are the sneakers very functional, but they look great too.
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3. The Adidas Barricade 2015 Boost – $160
Fresh for this year, the Adidas Barricade 2015 Boost’s are the companies most expensive tennis shoe that they currently sell. Adidas’s Boost technology is arguably one of the most comfortable technologies that we’ve ever seen in shoes. You really have to feel them for yourself, but I’ve worn their other sneakers with this technology, and they are easily the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. But outside of that, these sneakers have all the other features that you’d want in a tennis shoe: a lightweight design, ballistic mesh that’s reinforced with TPU, a stabilizing interior chassis, and a sole that’s supportive and grippy.
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2. The Nike Lunar Ballistec 1.5 – $165
The Lunar Ballistec 1.5’s are Nike’s flagship tennis shoes that are available for both men and women. They have a very minimalistic design, yet are packed with advanced features. They have Nike’s Lunarlon cushioning system, they’re made from synthetic leather and mesh, they have an extremely durable XDR outsole, and Nike’s highly praised Flywire technology for added support, comfort, and customizations. If you require some of the best tennis shoes on there market, the Lunar Ballistec 1.5’s are for you.
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1. The NikeCourt Lunar Ballistec 1.5 Legend – $200
If the standard Lunar Ballistec 1.5’s aren’t special enough for your tastes, then you can get the NickeCourt Legend editions. At $200 dollars they are some of the most expensive tennis shoes out there, and they feature virtually all of the same aspects that the standard 1.5’s offer. The only difference is that these have been designed for Rafael Nadal that “pay tribute for his quest for the title in Paris, France”. So basically these are special edition 1.5’s, and if you like Nadal, then these are the shoes to get.
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