For a Barricade, a really disappointing upper durability. Zach, what’s been your top two or top three best/most durable uppers you’ve seen in 2021 tennis shoes? For the toe draggers out there…
Great video review again. The first tennis specific shoe a had were the barricades 2. Maybe the best tennis shoe a ever had. But after that they stared to make then narrow. Years ago i had to play in the Jordan 2 for a few month. Those are the best shoe i liked the most to play in.
I’ve been waiting for this video! I knew the barricades would sell out on day one, so I bought multiples (all three sizes that I might end up being). They’re arriving soon! And I’m feeling good about my purchase. Thanks for the video! Also, I wanted to ask… is Adidas discontinuing the sole court boost? And, do you think they’ll add a bounce option for the sole court shoe?
So I asked the designer and I was told it’s under embargo so I don’t think any of us are going to find that one out but I would think it may be a while before we get new ones or even a bounce solecourt option- I did make a pair of those custom though if you want to check that video out
Great review as always! Will you also be doing a review/comparison of the Wilson Kaos line? The Swift, Mirage, and Rapide? It’d be super interesting to hear your opinion on those! Thanks!
I talked about them on a livestream when I reviewed the Jet Mach 3 but overall I’m avoiding that line of shoes, I think the lack of upper stability and outsole tread is dangerous so I won’t be reviewing them as it would just be me bashing them and I don’t want to make videos like that
Thank you for another fantastic video. I still have my Adidas Novak barricades and while they are tanks (I have a fair amount of toe drag) and still going strong they can get uncomfortable in high humidity, I think Adidas finally struck a balance between durability and breathability/comfort. I hope this particular iteration succeeds.
I had an opportunity to try them on at Tennis Plaza in Tampa, and as a huge fan of Barricade 7 (top 3 tennis shoe ever!) and having owned all the versions of Barricades since the 7s, I found this new one a lot wider in the toe area fore foot. I have a medium width foot but I like more narrow fit so when I stop had I don’t slide my toes into the wall and jamming them, after wearing these new ones in the store, I did not feel that security in the tow box and felt that if I stop had to change directions, this shoe gonna destroy my toes! I love the fit of the current ASICS FF and Resolution line, Nike Cage, Lotto 100s, and most performance shoes, but new Barricades are just too wide. Any thoughts?
For me they were medium actually, you may just not have liked the shape of the toe box more than the size, in which case I’d just avoid because you can’t change shape by going up or down sizes they may just not mesh with your foot
Nice reviews. I've been looking these for basketball but I'm concerned about the weight, breathability,and cushion. What's your opinion these for basketball indoor/outdoor?
I think they’d be great, they breathe better then they look and they aren’t as heavy as other tennis shoes that can cross over into the hoop space, plus bounce foam is one of my favorites ua-cam.com/video/QP_FeNCYyp8/v-deo.html
As always, thank you for a thorough review! Definitely compelling since I am looking for a new pair of Adidas, but I am trying my best to hold out for new editions of their SMB / SCB (IF they plan on releasing new versions that is..). Any chance you have an inside scoop on possibly when we can expect new releases of either SMB / SCB? I absolutely love my SMB's and would love to replace with a new pair of them if possible (I know the white Tokyo edition exists, just don't care much for it).
Glad you liked it- I don’t have a definite but I think the SoleCourt boost is probably gone for a while, the SMB though is still being made in several colorways so I’d stockpile if you’re looking to continue with them
I was barely able to get a pair on the adidas app with a quiet release! Stoked to get on the court and try them out. Can’t wait to hear your opinion on them
Hey Zach. I had a chronic turf toe injury to my right foot (big toe) and need good support. Natural pronator, so require good support under the inside of the foot. Which tennis shoe do you recommend?
Most tennis shoes are designed to help with this as much as possible so there isn’t one stand out shoe in my opinion - most of the time I’m treating turf toe im leaning on carbon fiber plates and orthotics
I saw in the cross section that your toes doesn't touch the end. There a good probably 0.8 inch or so there? Is that how you're supposed to have shoes? I like shoes that's just fit snug end to end. What do you think?
I just teared up to see you take a knife to them 😭. I got tired of waiting for these so decided to get a discounted pair of Diadora’s (black/white, they look so sweet!) to replace my Ubersonics.
Used to wear B7’s and B2018s. Now transitioned to the Gel Res 8 (which are the best shoes I’ve ever worn I might add). Is it worth it to go back to this?
Unfortunately these didn't cut it for me. I've been a barricade user from the beginning and these are definitely not as sturdy as the "old" barricade models. Didn't enjoy the lacing system as it felt weird on my foot like uneven pressure was being placed on it and they feel flimsy on the top as well. They also feel really low to the ground so my feet felt it the next day as well. I tried the Djokovic shoe and really was surprised how good it felt on my feet. I figured Novak must have a pretty good shoe since he was a long time barricade user. Thanks for your videos!
Yeah to me the court ff2 is the next gen barricade with better tech - I think these barricades will split people down the middle- you’ll have your lovers and haters
Another great vid, Doc. As much as I have tried Adidas shoes I just can't get a good fit. I have a more general question....I have the GP Turbos and have really been trying to make them work because the cushioning is great. Problem is I do have hammer toe and the toe box just kills me after a long session (even going up a half size). The Sole Court Boost has a bit too much room in the toe box. What shoe options would you recommend as a good middle ground?
Hi Doc, how do you see these shoes for Achilles and and heel issue ? Can they be compared to the excellent Solecourt shoes ? I have noticed that boost technology is missing . I found solecourt shoes to be the best in terms of heel cushioning. No more heel pain since. Thanx as always.
hey thanks for your video, i am very concerned about the durability as i am a tall dragger (destroyed my previous barricade shoes in a month only) do you have any models in mind to recommend that would be as durable as the barricade 2017 was (with the adituff patch) ? I'd lie not to change my shoes every month or use tape to protect my foot while sliding... Thanks !
Finally tried these on, and found a pretty comfortable fit. However the heel slipped a little bit, but perhaps thanks to the Achilles pillows, not egregiously. Will still need to see how the traction and lateral stability performss, as well as comfort through extended high intensity wear.
@@FootDoctorZach I'm not worried about the upper. I drag my toes during some shots, but I don't slide or really lay the upper into the ground in any of my movements. The wrapped outsole and toe cap on the upper should be more than sufficient for me. As long as the outsole has long life to it, I'm hoping this shoe will go the distance.
barricade is not for me again. Zach, about babolat jet mach 3, I realized is lighter than asics ff and res. 8. I never try babolat shoes because nobody rocommended to me. is it a good oportunity to try or should I keep with asics?
Hey Zach. So I just got a pair of these in 8.5. My heel slips upwards a bit as a walk/run. Is this normal? Does that go away if i break them out just casual walking? I’m afraid if I take them out to play I couldn’t get my money back or return. Should I go down half a size?
I’ve tried on 3 sizes from 7.5 to 8.5. Looks like your right. Any recommendations of other court shoes with a little more traditional fit of the barricades? I saw some ASICS that looked okay.
@@FootDoctorZach Of all the top five, for my flat foot, I am loving the Lotto Raptor Hyperpulse 100. It's a better Ubersonic 4 IMO. It's my personal #1 pick for 2021 - but I have not tried the new Barricade yet. Would you rate it higher than the Raptor?
Not stupid at all- but no not really- there are much better out there - my fav is the Anta shock the game and wow all city 10v2 - tennis shoe wise it would be the NB coco cg1 or lotto raptor
Love your videos man! Keep up the great work and im keen to get apair of these, ive been looking for some shoes to swap to after nike stopped making the vapor x. I actually used to wear the barricades before I swapped to the vapors 😂
Another great option for a Barricade fan might be the Diadora Blushield 5 - lots of love for that shoe and it is nearly as stable at the Barricade 2018 and a LOT more comfortable.
How does the Barricade compare to Asics Gel Res 8s? Do you think it would be difficult to use OTC orthotics in either shoe? I couldn’t fit orthotics in the last pair of Barricades unless I went up 1/2 or 1 size up.
Hi there, do the clay version of the barricade still have the carbon fibre plate? Look like they removed it for a flat outsole but little triangle is still there
sorry, for question... but i need your help.. my foot is 25.5cm, I tried barricade 8(us) and 7.1/3(us). with the 8us i've more and less 1 cm from the big toe with the 7.1/3 the shoe are is close to big toe. which one is correct? is better short shoe or long? how can i check better? I have fears that using a longer shoe will give me less stability at minutie .:23 i see you have a lot of space from shoe tpo your big toe...... thank you so much
I can’t really tell what size and shape you are without examining your foot but this video will show you how to match the shape of your foot with any shoe you may be looking at online - I typically will go with the bigger shoe over the smaller when I’m buying but that’s me - ua-cam.com/video/sqn8k3tVl6c/v-deo.html
@@FootDoctorZach thanks for reply! I'll check your video...yes probably is better 8 because in the 7.1/3 my big toe touch the toe of the shoe... My foot is narrow that why I feel the smaller size more "wrap" Thanks again 👍
Nice video Zack. Seems a little too much tilt on the heel of the shoe. I remember the 2016 version to feel lovely. And also some other Adidas shoes had an a amazing fit on the heel.... straight, 90 deg, and beautifully padded heel of the Adidas Predator Absolute 2006..yeah another sport, but such an amazing fit to be taken to all other shoes. The stability on these 2021 version looks great. And love the bounce foam element
Re: @4:15 in my 2018 Barricade Boosts I rolled my ankle so severely it make an painful and audible *pop* out of its socket for the first time ever.😖 Happened last month, and am still coming back from it 😅 Those models had a decent flange, but I feel like when braking hard to hit a wide shot that flange made the ankle roll all the more extreme when it happened. :S Flat feet, so oversupinating to the pint of teetering right over that outside flange shouldn’t have been an issue since us duckfooted humans tend to pronate if anything. But would there be a shoe that would prevent rolling via the sole vs a high top/ankle bracing up? 🥴
No shoe will completely prevent- the most stable I know of are the SoleCourt boost and court jam bounce but I’d just make sure you’re taking your doc/ physios guidance on how hard to go during recovery
This is a random thought, maybe an idea for a video, but would a upper from the Nike vapor cage 3 fit the midsole of a solution speed, I know they are different shoes, but they feel very identical on foot to me
Nice review Doc! Is there any reason why they use elastic eyelets? I mean, it is obvious to avoid elastic things when something designed to hold something. Nobody tries to implement elastic seatbelts… why here
Good question and great analogy- I have no clue it actually is the one thing that also makes the shoe more narrow, without them they’d probably fit a 2E just fine but you really have to pull the laces to tie down and that puts a lot more pressure on a wide foot- big design misstep in my opinion
Playing 2-4 times a week with harsh movement I break through the interior side of the shoe near and around where the ball of my foot is would this be a good durability shoe?
Probably not for this specific issue- court ff2 is probably the most durable but usually players need a orthotic to correct that but you’d have to be examined to tell for sure
@@FootDoctorZach no worries I use the ubersonic 2's as where the rubber reinforcement is on the inside of the shoe is where I put the most wear and tear. Just wondered if the barricade had similar reinforcement placement?
I’d just look at pictures of both and compare the specific area I can’t tell you without seeing where the hole is exactly but the barricades don’t have any extra reinforcement that’s why I said I don’t like them for this issue
@Foot Doctor Zach i gotchu. Adidas had em for 70% off, at $50, so copped a pair. I have pretty wide feet so hopefully sizing up 1 full size is enough. Often times, that lateral dorsal cutaneous nerve causes my foot to sorta fall asleep when I have a snug shoe around the sides.
Can you pleeease help me decide between these here and the vapor x (maybe if I can get my hands on it the knit version but it’s kinda hard to find). Also I tried the true size I usually wear and the heel was moving a little, I felt more stable on one size smaller. Please help me decide? 🙏🏼
Not sure- I’d have to think, they aren’t and comfortable as most on the list but check out the playtest this weekend coming up and that may make or break the decision
They look a loooot like the new adidas Trae I, basketball model, the shoe is not released yet but damn they look similar. A comparison would be nice to see !
@@FootDoctorZach Yeah like Dance Dance Revolution or StepmaniaX? I first played DDR competitively in 2003 and used to wear the Adidas Superstar SS2G Lows basketball sneakers back in the day. I've learned that the top tennis grand slams are played on acrylic, is that right? My Stepmania X stage is made of acrylic as well so I think tennis sneakers would be a great fit for me. I ordered an amazon tryon for the adidas uber sonic 4. But I'm also looking at other options like the Fila Men's Axilus 2 Energized. I think the best one for me would be the Adidas SoleCourt Boost but they're sold out in size 12 everywhere
Ubersonic 4 is a great choice - axilus I would avoid for that, Nike vapor pro could be a good option as well as the yonex eclipsion 3, adidas court jam bounce
I had no idea adidas made a new Barricade. I hope it has the durability guarantee. The Barricade 2018 they made again - "by popular demand" - didn't have it. Yet was still $150 - AND never went on sale -__- Anyways, if these have a durability guarantee - time for Nike to take a back-back seat. I myself am quasi boycotting Nike, being that they are probably china's biggest money-maker, and we all know what they did/are trying to do to us. >:( ... Plus, I like Asics Gel Res better than Nike.
I dont think i saw a durability guarantee on them, but they were soft released only so far so it may be coming out with their big release for the US Open
@@FootDoctorZach The big gripe I see on the TW discussion board about the looks is the ADIDAS name on them in huge letters. That is an "unusual" touch for a tennis shoe.
These are the worst tennis shoes I’ve purchased, the angle of the heel just causes me pain, last time I played I took the shoes off, left tennis early and hobbled home in bare feet 😷😷Big Adidas Fail
@@FootDoctorZach Yeah, I remember TW releasing the Ubersonic 4 review and was all edited until I saw the color and was like 🤮…. Other colors certainly look better!!! Either way, great write up as always man!!
Check out the NEWEST tennis shoes for 2021 HERE: ua-cam.com/play/PLueXMXW_iViPQNGC1lpE7y8B99iinmZO4.html
just discovered this channel i'm addicted to these videos.
Haha welcome to the party
Love the old Roddick’s in the background! Used to love playing in those when I was a teen!
Hahaha those were the grail shoes back in 11th grade
For a Barricade, a really disappointing upper durability. Zach, what’s been your top two or top three best/most durable uppers you’ve seen in 2021 tennis shoes? For the toe draggers out there…
Court ff2 by far, Nike cages too, but I don’t love the cage 4 otherwise
Great video review again. The first tennis specific shoe a had were the barricades 2. Maybe the best tennis shoe a ever had. But after that they stared to make then narrow. Years ago i had to play in the Jordan 2 for a few month. Those are the best shoe i liked the most to play in.
I’ve been waiting for this video! I knew the barricades would sell out on day one, so I bought multiples (all three sizes that I might end up being). They’re arriving soon! And I’m feeling good about my purchase. Thanks for the video!
Also, I wanted to ask… is Adidas discontinuing the sole court boost? And, do you think they’ll add a bounce option for the sole court shoe?
So I asked the designer and I was told it’s under embargo so I don’t think any of us are going to find that one out but I would think it may be a while before we get new ones or even a bounce solecourt option- I did make a pair of those custom though if you want to check that video out
Hey Zach - I had to go down 1/2 size on the Solecourt. Should I on the Barricade too?
Thank you for the excellent review as usual! Very useful!
Is this the shoe for someone heavy (120 kg) with very flat feet?
Glad you liked it- depends on wide your foot is- they have a great arch support but aren’t the widest shoes out there
Great review as always! Will you also be doing a review/comparison of the Wilson Kaos line? The Swift, Mirage, and Rapide? It’d be super interesting to hear your opinion on those! Thanks!
I talked about them on a livestream when I reviewed the Jet Mach 3 but overall I’m avoiding that line of shoes, I think the lack of upper stability and outsole tread is dangerous so I won’t be reviewing them as it would just be me bashing them and I don’t want to make videos like that
@@FootDoctorZach I understand, thank you!
Thank you for another fantastic video. I still have my Adidas Novak barricades and while they are tanks (I have a fair amount of toe drag) and still going strong they can get uncomfortable in high humidity, I think Adidas finally struck a balance between durability and breathability/comfort. I hope this particular iteration succeeds.
Glad you liked it- yeah I don’t know I’m really interested in the feedback at large once people get a few months in on these
I had an opportunity to try them on at Tennis Plaza in Tampa, and as a huge fan of Barricade 7 (top 3 tennis shoe ever!) and having owned all the versions of Barricades since the 7s, I found this new one a lot wider in the toe area fore foot. I have a medium width foot but I like more narrow fit so when I stop had I don’t slide my toes into the wall and jamming them, after wearing these new ones in the store, I did not feel that security in the tow box and felt that if I stop had to change directions, this shoe gonna destroy my toes!
I love the fit of the current ASICS FF and Resolution line, Nike Cage, Lotto 100s, and most performance shoes, but new Barricades are just too wide. Any thoughts?
For me they were medium actually, you may just not have liked the shape of the toe box more than the size, in which case I’d just avoid because you can’t change shape by going up or down sizes they may just not mesh with your foot
Was looking forward to this one!! Awesome video as always Zack 🙌☺️
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice reviews. I've been looking these for basketball but I'm concerned about the weight, breathability,and cushion. What's your opinion these for basketball indoor/outdoor?
I think they’d be great, they breathe better then they look and they aren’t as heavy as other tennis shoes that can cross over into the hoop space, plus bounce foam is one of my favorites ua-cam.com/video/QP_FeNCYyp8/v-deo.html
@@FootDoctorZach thank you so much for the reply!
As always, thank you for a thorough review! Definitely compelling since I am looking for a new pair of Adidas, but I am trying my best to hold out for new editions of their SMB / SCB (IF they plan on releasing new versions that is..). Any chance you have an inside scoop on possibly when we can expect new releases of either SMB / SCB? I absolutely love my SMB's and would love to replace with a new pair of them if possible (I know the white Tokyo edition exists, just don't care much for it).
Glad you liked it- I don’t have a definite but I think the SoleCourt boost is probably gone for a while, the SMB though is still being made in several colorways so I’d stockpile if you’re looking to continue with them
Love the look of these but I hated the 2017 barricades - are these a completely different shoe? Comparable to other brand models?
Yeah these are really their own shoe except the ankle collar with the same break in issues as prior but otherwise these stand on their own
Hey Dr, great video! What would you recommend for someone with patellar tendonitis?
Depends on how your legs are positioned but my favorites are GP turbo and solecourt boost
I was barely able to get a pair on the adidas app with a quiet release! Stoked to get on the court and try them out. Can’t wait to hear your opinion on them
Yeah they sole quick - playtest later this week
Great review. How did you find the fore foot? They look a drop narrow but wanted your take. Tx
Yup make sure you check out the fit section- medium width if you’re wide if go up 1/2 size
Hey Zach. I had a chronic turf toe injury to my right foot (big toe) and need good support. Natural pronator, so require good support under the inside of the foot. Which tennis shoe do you recommend?
Most tennis shoes are designed to help with this as much as possible so there isn’t one stand out shoe in my opinion - most of the time I’m treating turf toe im leaning on carbon fiber plates and orthotics
I saw in the cross section that your toes doesn't touch the end. There a good probably 0.8 inch or so there? Is that how you're supposed to have shoes? I like shoes that's just fit snug end to end. What do you think?
I just teared up to see you take a knife to them 😭. I got tired of waiting for these so decided to get a discounted pair of Diadora’s (black/white, they look so sweet!) to replace my Ubersonics.
Honestly they’re just as good
Used to wear B7’s and B2018s. Now transitioned to the Gel Res 8 (which are the best shoes I’ve ever worn I might add). Is it worth it to go back to this?
Not if you like the GR8 and are playing well in them
Looking forward to the performance review. Are they entering into the top 5?
Good question, I think, I just don’t know where and what they would bump out
Unfortunately these didn't cut it for me. I've been a barricade user from the beginning and these are definitely not as sturdy as the "old" barricade models. Didn't enjoy the lacing system as it felt weird on my foot like uneven pressure was being placed on it and they feel flimsy on the top as well. They also feel really low to the ground so my feet felt it the next day as well. I tried the Djokovic shoe and really was surprised how good it felt on my feet. I figured Novak must have a pretty good shoe since he was a long time barricade user. Thanks for your videos!
Yeah to me the court ff2 is the next gen barricade with better tech - I think these barricades will split people down the middle- you’ll have your lovers and haters
Another great vid, Doc. As much as I have tried Adidas shoes I just can't get a good fit. I have a more general question....I have the GP Turbos and have really been trying to make them work because the cushioning is great. Problem is I do have hammer toe and the toe box just kills me after a long session (even going up a half size). The Sole Court Boost has a bit too much room in the toe box. What shoe options would you recommend as a good middle ground?
Diadora blushileld 5 is probably the most middle of the road shoe out there
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks! was also considering Gel Res 8 or Court FF2?
Yup both good- I’d check out my top 5 video to help make an opinion
Zach, would you recommend these for someone who suffers from Achilles tendinitis? Thank you so much in advance.
Probably not with all the pressure the heel counter puts on the Achilles
Hi Doc, how do you see these shoes for Achilles and and heel issue ? Can they be compared to the excellent Solecourt shoes ? I have noticed that boost technology is missing . I found solecourt shoes to be the best in terms of heel cushioning. No more heel pain since. Thanx as always.
I don’t like these for Achilles pain but In my opinion I think they’re fine for bottom of heel pain- time will tell though
hey thanks for your video, i am very concerned about the durability as i am a tall dragger (destroyed my previous barricade shoes in a month only) do you have any models in mind to recommend that would be as durable as the barricade 2017 was (with the adituff patch) ? I'd lie not to change my shoes every month or use tape to protect my foot while sliding... Thanks !
Yeah these aren’t the best for a toe dragger - court ff2 is probably the best right now
Finally tried these on, and found a pretty comfortable fit. However the heel slipped a little bit, but perhaps thanks to the Achilles pillows, not egregiously. Will still need to see how the traction and lateral stability performss, as well as comfort through extended high intensity wear.
I think performance will be fine- forefoot durability is going to be questionable
@@FootDoctorZach I'm not worried about the upper. I drag my toes during some shots, but I don't slide or really lay the upper into the ground in any of my movements. The wrapped outsole and toe cap on the upper should be more than sufficient for me. As long as the outsole has long life to it, I'm hoping this shoe will go the distance.
Hey zach does the barricades can be a good basketball shoe?
I spose- wouldn’t be my first choice for hoops
So cool! Great vid! Where can i find them??????
Thanks! Adidas website
barricade is not for me again. Zach, about babolat jet mach 3, I realized is lighter than asics ff and res. 8. I never try babolat shoes because nobody rocommended to me. is it a good oportunity to try or should I keep with asics?
I like them for initial comfort- they won’t last as long in the midsole though- but yeah I like them
Hey Zach. So I just got a pair of these in 8.5. My heel slips upwards a bit as a walk/run. Is this normal? Does that go away if i break them out just casual walking? I’m afraid if I take them out to play I couldn’t get my money back or return. Should I go down half a size?
You may just not be compatible with the fit so if it’s me I’m going with another shoe because these don’t tend to slip in general
I’ve tried on 3 sizes from 7.5 to 8.5. Looks like your right. Any recommendations of other court shoes with a little more traditional fit of the barricades? I saw some ASICS that looked okay.
thanks for the video, would you choose this ones over the FFcourt 2 or the Blueshield 5?
Me personally, no - but i could see why a lot of people would
@@FootDoctorZach is the blueshield still the best new shoe in your opinion? Love a review of the NB 996 v4.5
Yup, lottos and Asics CFF2 close behind
@@FootDoctorZach Of all the top five, for my flat foot, I am loving the Lotto Raptor Hyperpulse 100. It's a better Ubersonic 4 IMO. It's my personal #1 pick for 2021 - but I have not tried the new Barricade yet. Would you rate it higher than the Raptor?
@@markmoore5981 Where were you able to purchase the Raptor Hyperpulse from? I can’t seem to find it
Thank you for the video. I have an extra wide foot (4E) and low arches what tennis shoes do you recommend?
Really NB is the only brand that I like for the 4E category
This is probably gonna sound stupid but ...
Are they good for outdoor basketball ?
Point guard maybe ?
Not stupid at all- but no not really- there are much better out there - my fav is the Anta shock the game and wow all city 10v2 - tennis shoe wise it would be the NB coco cg1 or lotto raptor
Love your videos man! Keep up the great work and im keen to get apair of these, ive been looking for some shoes to swap to after nike stopped making the vapor x. I actually used to wear the barricades before I swapped to the vapors 😂
Haha just ping pong back then
Another great option for a Barricade fan might be the Diadora Blushield 5 - lots of love for that shoe and it is nearly as stable at the Barricade 2018 and a LOT more comfortable.
How does the Barricade compare to Asics Gel Res 8s? Do you think it would be difficult to use OTC orthotics in either shoe? I couldn’t fit orthotics in the last pair of Barricades unless I went up 1/2 or 1 size up.
Neither are great for housing orthotics IMO
Hi there, do the clay version of the barricade still have the carbon fibre plate? Look like they removed it for a flat outsole but little triangle is still there
Not sure they aren’t available in my area but I’d assume so
sorry, for question... but i need your help..
my foot is 25.5cm, I tried barricade 8(us) and 7.1/3(us).
with the 8us i've more and less 1 cm from the big toe
with the 7.1/3 the shoe are is close to big toe.
which one is correct? is better short shoe or long? how can i check better?
I have fears that using a longer shoe will give me less stability
at minutie .:23 i see you have a lot of space from shoe tpo your big toe......
thank you so much
I can’t really tell what size and shape you are without examining your foot but this video will show you how to match the shape of your foot with any shoe you may be looking at online - I typically will go with the bigger shoe over the smaller when I’m buying but that’s me - ua-cam.com/video/sqn8k3tVl6c/v-deo.html
@@FootDoctorZach thanks for reply! I'll check your video...yes probably is better 8 because in the 7.1/3 my big toe touch the toe of the shoe...
My foot is narrow that why I feel the smaller size more "wrap"
Thanks again 👍
you seem to have alot of space at the front of the shoe... is this correct? I have a thumb's width at the top of my shoe
It’s just the angle of the camera and the fact that my big toe is out of the shoe- I have about a thumb length that’s it
Are the holes on the tongue just for airflow? Or did you put the laces through the tongue? Hard for me to see in the video
I believe air flow
@@FootDoctorZach thanks! Just got the blue colorway. Unsure if I was supposed to relace or just wear em
Nice video Zack. Seems a little too much tilt on the heel of the shoe. I remember the 2016 version to feel lovely. And also some other Adidas shoes had an a amazing fit on the heel.... straight, 90 deg, and beautifully padded heel of the Adidas Predator Absolute 2006..yeah another sport, but such an amazing fit to be taken to all other shoes. The stability on these 2021 version looks great. And love the bounce foam element
Yeah for me it’s that heel counter that just makes the comfort take a bit- everything else I like
Re: @4:15 in my 2018 Barricade Boosts I rolled my ankle so severely it make an painful and audible *pop* out of its socket for the first time ever.😖 Happened last month, and am still coming back from it 😅
Those models had a decent flange, but I feel like when braking hard to hit a wide shot that flange made the ankle roll all the more extreme when it happened. :S
Flat feet, so oversupinating to the pint of teetering right over that outside flange shouldn’t have been an issue since us duckfooted humans tend to pronate if anything. But would there be a shoe that would prevent rolling via the sole vs a high top/ankle bracing up? 🥴
No shoe will completely prevent- the most stable I know of are the SoleCourt boost and court jam bounce but I’d just make sure you’re taking your doc/ physios guidance on how hard to go during recovery
Cant wait for the clay version to come out
Yup, but the all court treads are still pretty good for clay
This is a random thought, maybe an idea for a video, but would a upper from the Nike vapor cage 3 fit the midsole of a solution speed, I know they are different shoes, but they feel very identical on foot to me
Nice review Doc! Is there any reason why they use elastic eyelets? I mean, it is obvious to avoid elastic things when something designed to hold something. Nobody tries to implement elastic seatbelts… why here
Good question and great analogy- I have no clue it actually is the one thing that also makes the shoe more narrow, without them they’d probably fit a 2E just fine but you really have to pull the laces to tie down and that puts a lot more pressure on a wide foot- big design misstep in my opinion
@@FootDoctorZach Is there any BENEFIT to there elastic eyelets you can see? More forgiving as your feet swell during play perhaps?
I found these shoes a little snug. I would definitely consider going up a half a six ESPECIALLY to accommodate a custom orthotic
Yeah for sure- especially along that inside
would you be able to do a review on the evolution of Rafa Nadal shoes. I noticed Rafa wears the air zoom cage 4 with a customed ballistec outsole.
here you go: ua-cam.com/video/Q4Wh9omt8mI/v-deo.html
Playing 2-4 times a week with harsh movement I break through the interior side of the shoe near and around where the ball of my foot is would this be a good durability shoe?
Probably not for this specific issue- court ff2 is probably the most durable but usually players need a orthotic to correct that but you’d have to be examined to tell for sure
@@FootDoctorZach no worries I use the ubersonic 2's as where the rubber reinforcement is on the inside of the shoe is where I put the most wear and tear. Just wondered if the barricade had similar reinforcement placement?
I’d just look at pictures of both and compare the specific area I can’t tell you without seeing where the hole is exactly but the barricades don’t have any extra reinforcement that’s why I said I don’t like them for this issue
what do you think of the stanniversary barricades?
not much more than the regular tbh
@Foot Doctor Zach i gotchu. Adidas had em for 70% off, at $50, so copped a pair. I have pretty wide feet so hopefully sizing up 1 full size is enough. Often times, that lateral dorsal cutaneous nerve causes my foot to sorta fall asleep when I have a snug shoe around the sides.
Can you pleeease help me decide between these here and the vapor x (maybe if I can get my hands on it the knit version but it’s kinda hard to find). Also I tried the true size I usually wear and the heel was moving a little, I felt more stable on one size smaller. Please help me decide? 🙏🏼
Id rather have these than the X knit
@@FootDoctorZach thank you so much!
They finally get the barricade out. I will get them. The last good was a while ago.
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So is this better or the ubersonics from adidas?
Just different - heavier, but more stable, depends what you want
Top shoe model list change at all since last video with list?
Not sure- I’d have to think, they aren’t and comfortable as most on the list but check out the playtest this weekend coming up and that may make or break the decision
Will these have warranty?
I haven’t seen one offered yet
Works well on clay court?
ua-cam.com/video/WYkU8WkVQZI/v-deo.html - I discuss it in this video and in the playtest
How plush do you find the midsole so far?
Similar to the solematch bounce or courtjam bounce, right in the middle of the road, not hard, not gushy
They look a loooot like the new adidas Trae I, basketball model, the shoe is not released yet but damn they look similar. A comparison would be nice to see !
Yup they do- hopefully I’ll get my hands on them soon
Are these good for playing DDR?
DDR?
@@FootDoctorZach Yeah like Dance Dance Revolution or StepmaniaX? I first played DDR competitively in 2003 and used to wear the Adidas Superstar SS2G Lows basketball sneakers back in the day. I've learned that the top tennis grand slams are played on acrylic, is that right? My Stepmania X stage is made of acrylic as well so I think tennis sneakers would be a great fit for me. I ordered an amazon tryon for the adidas uber sonic 4. But I'm also looking at other options like the Fila Men's Axilus 2 Energized. I think the best one for me would be the Adidas SoleCourt Boost but they're sold out in size 12 everywhere
Ubersonic 4 is a great choice - axilus I would avoid for that, Nike vapor pro could be a good option as well as the yonex eclipsion 3, adidas court jam bounce
What’s the weight for this shoes?
It’s in the video and time stamped
Now could they just make it in black?
I’m guessing they will be once the us open rolls around
Is the size same as Barricade 2018?
Yep
Nice looking shoes, but Court FF 2 still better.
This vs the sole court boost?
It’s in the next video on them this week
Looks awesome!
👍👍 are you going to pick up a pair?
@@FootDoctorZach Sadly not anytime soon, my country’s currently in lockdown again, so no tennis for a while 🥲
Where do you live
@@FootDoctorZach I’m from Vietnam. Recently there’s been a new wave of covid, it’s been terrible for the less fortunate.
Yeah I’ve seen on the news, hope it calms down there, is your government getting any vaccine supply?
Dude, I appreciate you being truthful about tennis shoes! I hope you make your money back off of these videos as well.
Thanks!
hopefully way more than just his money back
@@kobybonta8949 I agree! most likely made a profit!
Thank you- takes time but it’ll get there
When are these out in UK stores 🤣
With the manufacturing and supply chains the way they are who knows who’s going to have supply of any tennis shoes these days
@@FootDoctorZach that's so so true I'm gonna be sad if it doesn't get over the pond to us 🤣
There is no problem getting them in EU buddy :)
I had no idea adidas made a new Barricade. I hope it has the durability guarantee. The Barricade 2018 they made again - "by popular demand" - didn't have it. Yet was still $150 - AND never went on sale -__-
Anyways, if these have a durability guarantee - time for Nike to take a back-back seat. I myself am quasi boycotting Nike, being that they are probably china's biggest money-maker, and we all know what they did/are trying to do to us. >:( ... Plus, I like Asics Gel Res better than Nike.
I dont think i saw a durability guarantee on them, but they were soft released only so far so it may be coming out with their big release for the US Open
Elastic eyelets = fail
Yup unfortunately…
I'll wait for the playability test! They look promesing. Also I don't keep up with current style but that is one ugly shoe imo xD
It’s the camo, they’re actually decent looking other than the colorway
@@FootDoctorZach I'll trust you with that one :) I may still get the Gel Resolution 8 that you reviewed though :) Thanks for all the help
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I just noticed you have your socks on the wrong feet
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@@FootDoctorZach The stance logo goes on the inside. I know you can wear them on the other feet but I can't 🤣
Okay, am I the only one who thinks the previous generation looks better? Maybe when Adidas releases a new color, this color pattern is just too much.
I think it’s the camo- up close they’re not bad looking
@@FootDoctorZach I saw on the Adidas website today, they have a Tokyo edition color as well. Looks not bad.
Oh cool
@@FootDoctorZach The big gripe I see on the TW discussion board about the looks is the ADIDAS name on them in huge letters. That is an "unusual" touch for a tennis shoe.
I don’t mind it just because it breaks up the same 3 stripe design of the rest of their shoes
These are the worst tennis shoes I’ve purchased, the angle of the heel just causes me pain, last time I played I took the shoes off, left tennis early and hobbled home in bare feet 😷😷Big Adidas Fail
Not their best line
They look kinda like yeezys😬
Yeah I didn’t notice that until you mentioned it
for one thing it lools silly and clownish. almost ugly
I know there will be other color ways, but man..... Those are some butt ugly shoes!!!!!!!
It’s the camo- they did the same thing with the ubersonics too- usually the other colorways are a lot nicer
@@FootDoctorZach Yeah, I remember TW releasing the Ubersonic 4 review and was all edited until I saw the color and was like 🤮…. Other colors certainly look better!!! Either way, great write up as always man!!
Great review. Horrible shoes.
Thank you? Haha
Hahaha