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Pickleballs taken the recreational sports world by stormand its become so much more than a hobby for seniors.

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(Have youseenall the cutepickleball outfitson TikTok?)

That last one can, admittedly, be tricky.

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Tyrol Drive V

But squishing your toes can cause a multitude of foot problems down the road.)

This keeps my toes from hitting the front of the shoe with all the quick stops, Johnson says.

Theyre super supportive and comfortable, and provide a ton of traction on the hard pickleball courts.

Tyrol Drive V

I think these shoes are great for everyday players who like extra support and cushioning, Llewellyn says.

With these Ryka Courtside sneakers, she found her Goldilocks fit.

Ive been playing in them for about two months and I playa lot.

NikeCourt Lite 4

The classic, near-all-white style is also a plus.

I think they look great.

Im a minimalist, and many court shoes have a few too many colors for me, Stith says.

NikeCourt Lite 4

My Rykas are so stylish with a pop of color.

It offers players great stability and a lot of cushioning, she says.

That shock absorption is especially important for senior players who want to minimize the impact on their joints.

Ryka Courtside LaceUp Sneaker

Ive tried and tested loads of equipment in my time.

One of my favorite shoes for pickleball is the Asics Gel-Dedicate 6, he says.

They provide superior stability and support on the court which is incredibly important in the fast-paced game of pickleball.

Skechers Viper Court Pro  1

This pair, specifically, offers moderate arch support.

One final thing worth noting?

They might run a bit narrow for players with wider feet, Massad says.

Skechers Viper Court Pro

Avid pickleball playerKelsee Groveyis a big fan.

The support and traction they give me while playing is phenomenal, she says.

With the retro, colorblock style thats so very Reebok, theyre also supercute as a lifestyle sneak.

NikeCourt Air Zoom Vapor Pro 2

Its not quite the same thing as having flat feet, but overpronating can cause flat feet.)

The SFX 3 shoes are very comfortable, which is the first thing to look for, Evrard says.

These shoes also have great traction which is important when making quick movements, Evrard says.

Asics GelDedicate 8

Im not worried about my ankles rolling at all.

The shoes are supportive too, Schlinger adds.

Do pickleball shoes make a difference?

Reebok Nano Court

What pop in of shoe should you wear?

These sports ask you to move in all directions, stop quickly, and pivot and chase the ball.

As a result, you need a shoe that keeps you grounded and provides support on all sides.

Adidas Courtjam Control Tennis Shoe

This means that we need extra reinforcement at the toes and lateral support to prevent ankle sprains.

Babolat SFX 3 All Court

New Balance Fresh Foam X Lav V

New Balance Fresh Foam X Lav V

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