I have diagnosed the issue where by it seems the gap between where the insole ends meets the upper there is a gap and that gap pinches on the side of my foot underneath on the medial side I have an outline of it across the side of my foot Is there any workable way to get it to stop doing thst? I tried wrapping memory foam insole around the side of my foot inside my sock to create cushion but the ridge between the insole and upper gap still pinches through the cushion memory foam. It is baffling Are there any tricks i could try? As mentioned it isnt viable for me to just return it and go half a size up i can only get the wides in america or asia so if i go half a size up next time the problem may still be there. You would think the memory foam on the sides inside my sock would do the trick? But it doesnt as that ridge between insole and upper pinches greatly im literally spilling over the sides of the shoe Would a custom extremely wide insole which goes up the walls of the upper may work if it is sturdy enough on the other side so the ridge cant pinch through the insole?
Received these late today and hit for about 30 minutes with them on before it got dark. I was shocked how comfy they were out of the box. My only beef so far are the cheap and short laces they come with. I immediately replaced them with bubble laces
Great review Zach. I am waiting for the FF3 review before deciding which to go for. I am currently in the FF2s and have loved them ( my best playing shoe I have ever bought).
After watching your review of the 8's, I bought two pairs. It's a great shoe, and its durability is second to none. I used to play with Nike's and bought a pair every three months or so. Being a speed moving player, they used to break down after a few sessions. A year ago and after the GP turbo's were discontinued for men (why the heck someone at Nike thought it's a good idea, I will never understand), I decided to switch to Asics, playing 3 times a week, both pairs are still in great condition. Thank you! Was thinking on adding another pair to my rotation, but unfortunately it doesn't seem like the 9's are much of an upgrade imo. Coming from basketball, I have a tendency to like these b-ball inspired shoes like the GP's and the new NB Coco's. Finding similar comfort to the GP's is now a quest of mine😆. I also would love to admit that I like the 8's design a bit more than the 9's. Keep up the good work! 🤘
Nike used to be run by athletes for athletes. Its now run by suits for short-term profits... Also they seem to be deprioritizing tennis in a major way, was upon a time tennis was a cornerstone of the company next to running and bball
@@hudsons6006 I love the shoes but they are not as plush as the Turbos. I managed to get a couple more pairs of Turbos so now I train in them and play matches in the Resolutions.
Kudos to you Zach. This is one of the best most complete and exhaustive reviews I've seen as you literally take the shoe apart. I have not seen that anywhere else. I currently have the 8s and wear orthotics as I have flat feet. In the hard court version I'm a 11.5 US size and in the clay version I'm a 12 US size. Despite your rave review on this shoe I'm still unsure about moving to the 9s. This is because I have heard several people on tennis talk complain about feeling pain in the sides of their feet after a few hours of play due to the Dynawall enhancement that apparently makes the shoe feel a bit narrower on the sides. I used to have that feeling with the old Nike Air Cage (Nadal's shoe) so don't want to go down that route again. Also the worst thing is I can't really try them and then turn them back after a few hours of play because the sides of my feet are sore (if you see what I mean). This being the case I heard that Adics have brought out a wide version. Given what I've described above I have two questions: 1. Should I go for the wide version in both hard court and clay? 2. Should I opt for the same sizes I'm currently wearing in the 8s? Many thanks in advance for your advice and tips. PS. I'm the equivalent of a 5.0+ player in Europe but at 45 I'm beginning to become more particular about comfort especially on hard courts.
If you are comfortable in the 8 even with an insert then I would think the 9 would be better- I haven’t tried the clay version but I’ve never changed sizes between them in the past - it’s still a resolution so I usually stick with sizing until it dosent work for me anymore but I couldn’t say for sure without looking at your foot
@Foot Doctor Zach Thanks Zach for your instant reply. Really appreciate it. Given my current differentiated size set up with the 8s that works very well would you recommend I do the same thing with the 9s? Also should I try the wide version of the 9s or the regular version?
I have flat feet and wear custom inserts and have been using the 8s for the last year or so (11.5 in the HARD version and 12 in the CLAY version) and they've held up pretty well so far. I could stretch them another year but I'm looking to switch to the 9s. Tennis Warehouse recommended I go up half a size in both versions due to the dynawall foam occupying more of the sides of the shoe and up into the heel area. Also as I'm in Europe can only really choose the standard width (note: even if the Wide version does arrive I heard it will only ever be available for the HARD outsole model). With the reviews I've seen I'm also considering the FF3's but I am firmly leaning towards the 9s because the stability seems to be better (the outsole surface has a wider contact area than the FF3) and this is paramount for me because I'm a tall lean player with previous ankle injuries so I need a shoe that feels very stable. I'm the equivalent of a 5.0 + player (45 year old male player) training once a week with semi pro juniors and the rest of the time with very good club players. I play on average 3x per week. I haven't tried either shoe yet but would you agree on my thoughts regarding stability between the two shoes?
i am deciding res9 and ff3, and i have tried both on my feet. the res9 is very comfy and the ff3 is quite tight on the ankle and squezzing my feet from the back. seems like i might lean on the res9
My son wore Asics juniors for years with pleasure. When he switched to the GR8, the problems started. He got severe blisters on his heel, even after months with taping. Now he's trying other brands like Diadora Blushield Torneo, Yonex Eclipsion 4 and Lotto Hyperpulse Raptor. Still curious about the new Asics, because they make good shoes.
Asics themselves claim that they developed the Resolution line for maximum movement side to side (designed for the baseline game) while they designed the Court FF line for maximum playability moving side to side AND up and back (designed for the Djokovic all-court game with the help of Novak). Would you agree with this?
Great video. Asics are great, but uknown largely. I'd really be interested in an Asics series - Kayano Gel vs. Nimbus vs Cloud etc ... and which has the Bset gel cushioning (i've always wondered that) etc .. including older classic models too. Think that would be a great series! Waverider 10's are classics!
I have flat feet and wear custom inserts and have been using the 8s for the last year or so (11.5 in the HARD version and 12 in the CLAY version) and they've held up pretty well so far. I could stretch them another year but I'm looking to switch to the 9s. Tennis Warehouse recommended I go up half a size in both versions (standard width) due to the Dynawall foam occupying more of the sides of the shoe and up into the heel area. Also as I'm in Europe can only really choose the standard width (note: even if the Wide version does arrive I heard it will only ever be available for the HARD outsole model). With the reviews I've seen I'm also considering the FF3's but I am firmly leaning towards the 9s because the stability seems to be better (the outsole surface has a wider contact area than the FF3) and this is paramount for me because I'm a tall lean player with previous ankle injuries so I need a shoe that feels very stable. I'm the equivalent of a 5.0 + player (45 year old male player) training once a week with semi pro juniors and the rest of the time with very good club players. I play on average 3x per week. I haven't tried either shoe yet but would you agree on my thoughts regarding stability between the two shoes (9s and FF3) ? Look forward to hearing your thoughts.
The worst downside is that the upper eyelet get worn out by the shoelaces. It happens quiet quickly, approximately in a pair of months using them for approximately 15 hours each month.
After using Nike Air Zoom GP Turbo for 2 years, I had to look for alternate shoes as Nike discontinued this model. I bought Gel Resolution 9 2022 model 2 months back. After playing for 2 to 5 hours per day, I feel there is sufficient heel and ankle support. But started getting toe pain and feels like I am running on bare toes. Now again started looking for alternate Nike Air Zoom GP Turbo.
Congrats on the 100k, mate! Just a heads up that New Balance just dropped the BB Fresh Foam today. I was totally unaware that they were making a basketball shoe with Fresh Foam. Curious to hear what you have to say about them eventually if possible.
just pulled a trigger on these from tennis point (their LE version which i found to have the best colors, imho). they were/are running 25% off on these + whatever % markdown it already had. came out to $93+tax. was picking between these and adidas cybersonics or barricades, but this review and the "top 5" sold me on these. will report back once i get them and try them on. thanks, Doc!
wanted to follow up a year later in 2024. still my go-to shoe this season. just scored another brand-new pair on ebay for $90+tax and hoping they last close to a year or so. couldn't be happier with these.
I have been using Gel Resolution since 2005 until present. The only disappointed was Gel Resolution 8 when Asics sent me warranty- replacement and I did not use until last year-2022. They are not comfortable like previous Gel Resolution. The size is longer, not fit comfortable, that was why I am holding off purchase the Gel Resolution 8. Now seeing Zack did the test and rating, I am ordering Gel Resolution 9. My doctor did recommend after I have initial meeting for my neuroma in 2008. I told my doctor I have been wearing Asics since 2005, etc. Every three months Asics sent me a new replacement warranty. I purchased a pair but got second pair from warranty within three months- paid $9.00 shipping the wear out to Asics and got the new pair within 10 days. Great products from great company. Thank you- Jack for the review.
Just bought a pair and had to return them because they are WAY too narrow. I have always worn a 14 EE from New Balance, but tried the Asics to prevent supination ankle rolls, and they have a 2E width, but it doesn't mean the same thing for ASICS as it does New Balance. Why the toe box of most shoes is a V shape, I will never understand. I can't be the only person whose big toe is on the medial side of his foot!
I could never get a good forefoot lockdown with Asics. I have a medium width foot, but there always seems to be too much room in the toe. I injured both of my big toenails because of poor fit. I don’t think the hard material helped either. Currently wearing Lacoste.
Great review, love how in depth you go in your videos. Which would you say is more durable/long lasting and more bang-for-your-buck: Gel Res 9 or the Lotto Raptor Spd 100?
Thanks doc, was looking forward to your review on this. Hope the reviews on FF3 and Cybersonic are coming soon! Which do you like the best out of these 3? Which is the fastest?
Just out of interest what level do you play at? I'm considering switching to the 9s(I'm currently using the 8s) because in my humble opinion it's the best shoe for stability. I had ankle issues in the past, went to the barricades till the 5th version then switched to Asics GR series and never looked back. If Monfils endorses them who was so prone to ankle injuries then that says a lot. I'm the European equivalent of a 5.0+ player (45 years old male player who wants a stable and comfy shoe and the 8s have not dissapointed).
I have to say, coming from the Gel Res 8 I'm incredibly disappointed in the 9s. The new upper is so stretchy that my forefoot slides out over the front lateral side of the shoe. It's impossible for me to feel locked down in these shoes without tying them so tight that my feet hurt. Asics also reduced the cushion in the forefoot. The 8s we're super comfy, and these hurt the ball of my foot. I've had to put aftermarket orthotics in the 9s to make them playable. Hoping that I wear through these pretty fast so I can try going down a half size to see if it resolves the problems. Overall, I'd call these a pretty big downgrade from the 8s which are in my top 3 favorite shoes of all time.
hey there - i'm facing a similar issue where i feel like the shoes have problem locking down especially around the ankle area, i just don't feel like its giving the snug sensation on my feet. Did going down half a size solve the issue for you?
My width of my bottom foot is 4.35 inches so i ordered the wide version. My foot is around 11 inches so I ordered an 11 for the size, hoping the wide doesn’t affect the fit. I hope I ordered the right pair!!
I wore the Gel Resolution 8 but after some weeks, the foam really made shoe tend sideways. If they were just laying around they turned slightly inside and I don’t know if that’s good or not. I okay collegiate tennis and broke the complete sole (it deattached) after 6 weeks. Is that normal?
Love your videos man. I'm a tennis coach and have made all of my shoe orders based off your reviews. Not to mention, i've gotten all of my coworkers to watch your videos AND my students. Your content is unparalleled. I need solid information across many different areas for my tennis shoe as I coach for several hours a day, and need to keep up my foot health to compete as well. I've recently been getting a lot of heel pain around the outside of my heel, the ball of my heel exactly. It burns and I'm incredibly stiff. I have a wide flat foot and general go for a 2e in the gels. Would you recommend the powerstep insoles for this type of heel pain? What are your thoughts? A friend of mine said it might be bone spurs or achilles tendinosis.
I've also got flat feet and just posted something @tennisfit40. I also wear orthotics by the way. I bought them in Belgium and wouldn't trade them for anything as the guy who made them for me does most of the orthotic soles of the pro players at the French Open in particular. They are really second to none and last for about 6 years. I'm in my 5th year. Hope Zach replies to me because I'm very unsure about moving to the 9s given what I shared in my post.
The general reviews on the Vapor Pro 2 have not been good. Same with the Vapor 11s. I am guessing all the new Asics will rate better than anything Nike currently - Diadora better than that.
I wonder what Tiafoe is playing on in Dallas? I don’t think Nike will be able to resist marketing something and simultaneously have Tiafoe wear the GP Turbo to remind us have-nots. Whatever he wears, I’ll be likely to buy. The GP is a stellar shoe, I learned about late.
These seem all most perfect. Would these see benefit from insoles? been having arch pain recently with wilson rush pro 3.0. MOVE Game day pro or game day is in consideration. lower arch feet too
Great great video!!! I’m an eager user of the Resolution since their first edition and was looking for the drop of the shoe which I asked to Asics as well with no answer. So, thanks a lot for revealing that info!!!! One question: what do you think should be the average duration (hours of play) of this shoe before changing pair, I mean for an average 4.5 player???
Will you consider using the URS to retroactively rate shoes that came out in the last year? It could be a quick compilation video, and we can look to the rest of your videos for more in-depth analysis. Then you'll rapidly have a good repository of ratings for the URS. Thanks for your content if you see my suggestion!
Was there any break in period, and if there was, how long did it take to break them in? Also how long would it take to make the arch support fit more a flat arch instead of their listed medium arch, or would it be better to get different insoles (which ones would you reccomend)?
Hi there, genuine technical question. I have a pair of gel resolution 9 myself, which i love. I also have an extra pair of Footprint custom insoles, since im also a skateboarder (33yo) looking to take care of whats left of his feet and minimizing impacts . I’ve molded my footprints into my Resolution 9. Feels good at first glance. I am just wondering: Knowing all that you know, do you believe i am doing a dis-service to a well designed shoe? Is the shock absorbing technology of the footprint actually counter productive with the intentions of a well thought tennis shoe ( bounce / speed etc). I’d be curious to have your opinion on this. Thank you x 1000s, regardless if you answer or not, your video inputs and reviews have been very valuable in taking care of my feet anyhow.
I don’t think thick strobels or shock absorbing insoles really do much to the performance of a shoe - more adds to it- I just did the bicon 2 which has a similar feature built into them and although it makes the tests look worse , the performance is the same so if it’s me I’m not worrying about it
Great review! I typically wear Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 for support with no foot pain. But I'm having trouble finding court shoes with support. Any suggestions?
Great review, got a pair of 2E's today, I can really feel the top of the dynawall on the outside of both feet, its pretty uncomfortable just walking around. I do not want to chance playing in them as i wont be able to return them. Will these break in, or would a pair of orthotics sort it out? Really appreciate any feedback.
Zach - what’s the most cushion/comfortable tennis shoe? Coming off a medial tibia grade 2 stress reaction that’s taking a while to heal (post 3 months). I have a pair of gel 9s, Babolat propulse fury 3, vapor cage 4 and a Diadora b icon 2. Trying to decide on which ones to keep/try. You’re advice is much appreciated. I willing to try 2 of the 4. What would be your picks for comfort and shock absorption.
FYI, Zach the B icons feel certainly more comfortable than any of the shoes I listed above. I think it might be the shoe for me but interested in your thoughts.
Hi, I’m looking to buy a new tennis shoe and I can’t make a decision between the ASICS Gel Resolution 9 and the Wilson Rush 4.0 if you have any advice please let me know
Wondering how much better these will be vs the Gel Resolution 8s. The 8s tore my feet up - the lack of cushioning in the forefoot caused major issues for me. The balls of my feet hurt so bad that people started asking me if my feet were bothering me as I played. I ended up pivoting to the Nike Zoom Court NXT in hopes that the cushioning in the forefoot would help and thankfully it did. So I'm very hesitant to try the Asics line again as the resulting foot pain from the 8s lasted for a good 3-4 months until it finally healed completely.
If you had that much of a problem in the 8 I dunno if the 9 is going to be THAT much of a difference - you just probably don’t match with the last of the shoe
Hey Doc do you think you could possibly review some shoes from crossover culture? There where some reviews b4, but they ran out of stock but now back with new models and wanted to know what you thought of them. Especially the varisty as there no reviews on the type of outsole the shoes uses. Thank you for all the work and hope you doing well.
These are my favourite shoes, but I rip through the outer sole, where it meets the midsole so quickly. Just wear it down to the plastic in about 2 months.
Hello thank you for the in depth dive into the shoe! I'm wondering if this is a good shoe for somebody who's recovering from a ruptured plantar fascia (a little over 2 months of recovery in, not in a boot anymore, but need arch support insoles to walk around). Thank you for your time!
A very informative review of the Gel Resolution 9. For the past year, I've been in an adidas Barricade. I've been very tempted to try the Gel Resolution line because of the good reviews such as this . I was curious about the sizing, I wear size 7.5 w/ 4" width (is that wide?), and I currently use a Game Day pro insole by Move. Should I go with a size 8? or true to size? Should I consider a wide? I also have a high-ish arch. It sounds like the shoe is on the narrow side. Thanks in advance for your input. Your channel is one of the best (if not the best).
Thank you- not sure about sizing as i havent seen your foot and i dont make sizing recs without seeing the foot but theres an entire fit section you can check out to make your decision - i didnt go up a size for orthotics in these personally
@@FootDoctorZach Thank Dr. Zach. I went true to size including with the Move Game Day Pro insole. After a good play session, the fit was just right. I had to use the runners knot to secure my heel due to the higher height bc of the added insole. Great shoe. Period. Keep up the good work.
Thanks very much another great review. I am between Asics Gel Resolution 9 and Mizuno Wave Force Tour 5. What's your opinion? Currently I am using Nike Air Zoom GP Turbo since September 2021 which I enjoy very much for their cushioning however after almost 2 years their sole is now breaking apart gradually bu slowly. So soon they will put to rest. I already have a pair of Nike Court Zoom Vapor Cage 4 Rafa that I purchased last Christmas and haven't yet used them and I was thinking either to use the Rafa or go for either the Gel Revo 9 or the Mizuno.
upper durability -- that's the issue with shoes like these...most times the crease becomes a crack somewhere around your smallest toes left or right depending on how much lateral movement and pivots are made. IMO, pricey shoes with this kind of upper doesn't last long for budget minded users' expectation.
hey @FootDoctorZach love the videos as always i am a regular subscriber and watcher. i have a question about the nike vapor 11 and the new pro tennis shoes. are these new versions better than the previous version of the vapor pros, or the cage 3s which are the ones i have now. i have a pretty average shape foot. i am looking to buy some new shoes. thanks for all your help.
I understand your rankings but I use a custom orthotic and feel like the foot feels much more comfortable in the nike Vapor 9.5. Is there a reason why? The foot seems to not have any lock down in the gel resolution 9
@foot_doctor_zach Thanks for this review, been waiting for it. Where would you place this Res 9 in your Top 5 Pickleball outdoor category? For insoles, would love for you to review Zelus insoles for Pickleball and how they compare to Move and Powerstep. Thnx Zach, keep up the great work and help for all of us!
