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The new Viper Pro has landed and we are very lucky to be the first country to receive stock of this awesome shoe! The Viper Pro follows the much loved Viper models and like its predecessors it does not disappoint! This is a performance shoe that packs a punch and will quickly become a favourite amongst elite players. The experience of the Viper Pro is of complete comfort and responsiveness. This shoe is designed to move as you are, it is exceptionally flat providing you with a solid base to move from as well as moulding to your foot like your favourite...

Court shoes are very,very different from regular shoes or running/walking shoes andto understand this you need to look at the three main parts of a shoe.The first thing to understand is that a great court shoe is all about providing stability. This means that when you are running or stepping sideways the shoe completely stabilises your foot and lower leg and does not require you to take an extra step for balance or does not require your lower leg muscles to strongly activate to keep your balance. The three main parts of a shoe are:Outsole – this is the part...

How long should you runners last you, or how often should you switch to a new pair of runners. Whilst there is a degree of personal preference, it is a generally accepted rule that the cushioning in the midsole breaks down after around 500 - 800km or slightly less in lighter shoes. Heavier runners or those running exclusively on hard concrete can also take off a few Km as they will wear through them quicker.    In our last article we spoke about the benefits of alternating your shoes to not only utilise the right shoe for the right session...

Just as you would do different sessions to improve your running ability its important to rotate your runners. Rotating your runners has a variety of benefits such as; ensuring they last longer, strengthening different muscles, using the right shoe for the right session.    Your shoes will last longer: A rather obvious one but by rotating between different pairs of runners you ensure they last longer than just using the same pair over and over again. Overtime the foam in the midsole breaks down becoming harder and less cushioned so by utilising a different pair you ensure your shoes stay...

There are several reason why your fancy runners just wont cut it on the squash court, or the pickleball or padel court for that matter. Runners are designed to do one thing and one thing only, help you run. Squash shoes or court shoes on the other hand are designed specifically to handle the movements of these sports. Below are the key reasons why you need squash shoes to play squash.   Court shoes provide lateral support: Runners are designed to help you move in a straight line with minimal twisting and turning. Racquet sports on the other hand involve...