I'm not sure if anybody have asked this before. But just for fun, how many pairs of badminton shoes do you guys have currently? And how many pairs do you bring for regular games and tournaments? I now have: 1) one pair of Yonex SHB92 2) one pair of Yonex SHB90 3) two pairs of Yonex AR835 4) one pair of Gosen B330 5) one pair of Victor VT-9 6) one pair of Adidas Downroar I normally alternate between the Gosen B330 and the SHB92. For regular games, I usually bring either one or two pairs. But for tournaments or friendly matches, I always bring two pairs.
geez, you are really loaded, man. I only collect racquets, shuttlecocks, grips and strings (as in I keep buying and changing before they worn out or broken), I dont know there is people out there collecting shoes too. I only get a new pair when my current shoes worn out.
I have just three pairs curently: Oliver P12 Adidas Vendeta Mizuno Spike I take always just one pair. When I want to be as fast as possible I choose Adidas. When I want to suck I choose the Mizuno.
Wow, are they all in good condition ? Currently, my stock of shoes is as follows : 1 Asics gel Hammer (my newest, i like these) 2 Asics ... don't know what type precisely 3 Lotto active gear 4 Nike .. well, too worn to identificate what type 5 Adidas .. really don't know 6 Rucanor, lots of models, thrown them away already From above list, only both asics pairs are in good shape I usually bring one pair with me, relying on those things, except when they get too worn, then i will bring two pairs. I tried to cover the front of the shoe with tape, but without, it plays more natural... well maybe that's psychological
Zero. I have a couple pair of cross-training shoes that I use for basketball, tennis, table tennis, badminton and work-out. And I even wear them to work. Otherwise, I will need 12 pairs of shoes at least.
Hi all, Geez!! You have that many shoes?! I can understand with racquets and stuff but i mean all those shoes?! I only have one pair and just last week they went. They are the cheep old £14 hi-tec ones, so i decided to buy some fleet / Yehlex ones that look nice. It is my left shoe that has gone, mainyly due to the fact it is my trailing foot for drop shots etc. It was a toss up between a new racquet and new shoes, the pic below shows the state of this shoe. Enjoy!.....
let's see... 1 Hi-Tec Indoor 1 Adidas something 2 pairs Hi-Tec Adrenaline Pros 1 pair Yonex SHB-95. hey, that 5 pairs. shoes are by far the most important equipment for a badminton player. even more important than your rackets. just remember, if you can't get there in time, it doesn't matter if you can hit the best shot in the world.
i have strange shaped feet. everytime i buy a pair of shoes, i will find out after a few weeks that they don't really fit my feet. so i go and find another pair.... the SHB95 comes pretty close to fitting my feet perfectly though. so my search may have ended...
1 pair of Yonex SHB 92 (Going to be worn out) 1 pair of Yonex SHB 92 (Almost brand new) 1 pair of Yonex AR 82 (Worn a few times only) 1 pair of Yonex AR ??? (Worn a few times) Must get a pair of Asics shoes to try....
1 pair reebok volleyball (dead now) 1 pair nike air digs low (lasted for for VERY long time) 1 pair nike air digs low (2 months old)
Hmm ... Well, I have 4 pairs which I rotate around depending on whom I play with and when. 1) Mizuno volleyball shoe ( Can't recall what model as its not indicated on the shoe) 2) Yonex AR-95 3) Mizuno volleyball shoe ( Can't recall either, but its another model altogether ) 4) Yonex SHB-92.
Since most of my play is recreational, I only have one pair myself. For the serious player, though, I assume you would need different shoes depending on the nature and condition of the playing surface. For example, a multi-purpose wooden gym floor would require a different shoe than a mat surface. So, you would probably carry at least a couple of different pairs with you to play, and, of course, you wouldn't wear them outside the building.
2 Pairs of adidas something that cost me Rs 1800/- each! That is damn costly by Indian standards when i can get Good baddy shoes from 475/- onwartds. But i think the adidas is the lightest and most cushioning and has a great feel. I think i need 2 as one might pop during a match or something like that. I think More important than rackets is Shoes and Shuttles. It is very important that u prac with a good shuttle and remember that if u play real hard then most shoes by yonex are not built to last u more than 4 months.When i say play hard i mean abt 3 hrs of solid prac daily.
I have just one pair: Wilson Prostaff These are tennis shoes, but I guess they work for badminton as well. I got a special deal so they only cost me $35 CAD. I figured I might as well since I was using plain running shoes at the time. Now, I can't imagine playing in running shoes. Phil
I actually prefer to play in cross trainers. Aslong as they are not heavy and have sufficient soles they last well. adidas is my personal favourite
Hi all, Just bought myself a new pair of hi-tec shoes. REALLY nice and a great price for £20. I see a nike pair but they were £40, rediculous really. So my shoes are- A pair of hi-tec Matt
Just a word of caution: tennis shoes are much more bulky than badminton shoes. With the quick turning movements needed in badminton, if you wear tennis shoes, you might be increasing the risk of turning over on your ankle.
Update. 1 pair of Yonex SHB 88 (Brand new, just came in from Japan!) 1 pair of Yonex SHB 95EX (Almost brand new) 1 pair of Yonex SHB 92EX (Going to be worn out) 1 pair of Yonex SHB 92EX (Relatively new) 1 pair of Yonex AR 82 (Worn a few times only) 1 pair of Yonex AR ??? (Worn a few times) I think I'm crazy having so many pairs of shoes....
