I had a pair of Barricades for more than 7 months. I've played in them a lot, but after only 3 months the upper started to wear down really bad. They also made a strange cheap plastic noise (they still make it today), and they weren't the comfiest shoes, but they were quick and had a ton of grip. I've bought a pair of ASICS gel-res 9 to replace them. I love your videos, they are always very interesting.

Had to fulfill so many warranties that they got rid of the elastic 😂. Seriously though, I trashed my 21s in 5 months. Heard stories of people breaking them after a week.

I’ve been playing in different pairs of the 2021 Barricade since they came out. Excited to switch over to these! I didn’t think the barricades could get better, glad I was wrong haha

Hi Zach, great review. Awesome you got an early release pair. Hope you got a pair of Ubersonic 4.1 as well 😉 Original 21s with moulded upper didn’t work for me. Too painful. Then I tried 21s Parley version with mesh upper which looks similar to these 23s. The 21s Parley is a different shoe as well. Only 1 hour to break in and no pain

Really liked hearing everything you had to say about the 23’s especially with the comparison of the 21’s. I started wearing barricades just last year with the 21 model and I just got the 2023 model. They feel different when just putting them on, but I’m excited to try them on hard courts. (Saved this till the end but I’m a pickleball player lol). Still a great shoe!

Your review definitely got me interested in the 2023 Barricade. I am currently using the 2021 model (which I love) - ordered and just received the 2023 model last evening. Just trying the 23 model on - it didnt seem as comfy as the 21s - but perhaps I need to break it in a little.

Such a cool looking shoe. I remember reading their catalogue and it mentioned that the new barricade would have repetitor foam in it

Zach, are you getting any reports now - nearly a year after this shoe was released - that folks are having some foot and ankle issues from the Barricade 2023? I see comments popping up online: lack of medial support; foot pain; blisters; toe jamming; top of foot pain caused by the minimal tongue and thin laces; heel pain; etc. Are these anomalies, are are there actual issues with this shoe which may have led to the premature re-design later that same year? Thoughts, Zach?

dont even play tennis but i love your reviews dude keep up the quailty in-depth content

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you

Great review 💪🏿🧠 Cannot wait for the review of the Li-Ning Liren (Edge Sharp 3) those are 🔥💯

I was having a lot of quadricep and calf pain from serving and these shoes completely alleviated that issue!

@FootDoctorZach

9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear

Thanks for another great review. Can't wait to get my hands on a pair! Barricades have been my shoe for 5+ years. Recently I noticed shoe wear on the outside of my heal on my dominant foot. This has never happened before. Any thoughts as to why this has stared?

Definitely peaked my interest. I really liked the 2021 model. The upper was my biggest pet peeve with the shoe. It made a weird squeak that never went away. Sometimes my little toe on my left foot felt rubbing from the material. I don’t feel that on my Vapor 11 (which I love those shoes!). The durability from the outsole was amazing. The grip was almost too good at times. As someone who doesn’t pick up my feet as much as I should, I did trip myself up on grittier hard courts. That’s more on the user than the shoe. Great review as always

@Andrew-ch1zf

6 ай бұрын

Piqued*

I will be buying a pair for sure. The tweaks sound great and improve an already great shoe!

Awesome, I might move to these from the Control which I find very average. Still sad they discontinued the SMB

Hi Zach! I've suffered a ruptured achilles and have always been put off by the 2021 iteration of the Barricade because of the pressure and soreness on the achilles. Would these be more suitable/would you recommend them as a solid option for someone recovering from that? Thanks!

I couldn’t get passed the initial in store fit of the 21’s. Although I tried these on and the comfort level to me was night and day. The 23’ version will be the 1st barricades that I’ll finally pick up!

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it fits like a completely different shoe- hope they work well for you

Grab a pair at Tennis Point: geni.us/FDZTP

hi doc, awesome review as always! was thinking of trying out a pair of the new barricades but wanted to know ur opinions first. I’m currently using nike cage 3 and was using asics solution speed ff 2 prior to that. Loved both, but more leaning towards asics. I have a medium arch and medium width feet, and I play all around the court but more aggressive on the baseline. should I stay with solution speed or should I give the new barricade a shot? thanks in advance doc!

Nice! Finally I can afford the 2021 edition 😍

Only one problem with these shoes. I have already demolished 5 pairs of 2021 model barricades. The outsole wears down to soft foam in three months. This is very fast considering that I play tennis no more than 8 hours a week. Otherwise, excellent shoes ... but damn expensive to take new ones every three months.

Doc, great video as usual. I have the 2021 version, and I lke it because don’t have that lateral rubber that usually tennis shoes has and make presion in the lateral part of my foot, but 2023 version has a rubber in the lateral part, that rubber make more snug the feeling of the shoes in comparisson with 2021 version? Thanks.

Hey Zach, miss you here in the S Hills! So I'm looking for a new shoe to replace my old Solecourt Boosts. I've got flat feet, some achilles pain and pretty annoying hallux rigidus. Have tried on the Torneos and Raptors, but both of them have a front eyelet that pushes down on my hallux lump. The SCBs were really soft in that area. Would this be a good shoe for someone with my wonky feet and/or would you be able to recommend some others to try on? Thanks!

Is there a way to reduce the heel drop from 15mm to closer to 8mm ? Running footstrikes feel a bit clunky compared to my running shoes (8mm heel drop). I like everything else about the shoe. Thanks!

Hey Zach, I was needing help in finding a Vapor pro alternative. Obviously many stores are no longer selling them so I was trying to research something similar. I thought the gel res 9 or these barricades fit the bill but I’m not sure

Doc, do you know what is the best shoe for forefoot runners for basketball? I use my forefoot alot and sometimes it hurts on my inner forefoot, sometimes especially doing lateral movement. Im using precision 6 and kyrie flytrap 6 but it hurts most on the flytrap 6.

What are you thoughts on using basketball shoes with herringbone traction for tennis and vice versa?

Hey Zach will you suggest me these shoes?? And if not which shoes will u suggest me. I am a pro tennis player and i play 4-5 hours a day, i am very fast so i go for comfort...i have Achilles tendonitis too and I rip the shoes in span of two months

I found old barricades (10 years old) to have the best arch support / unmatched for me. If this barricade has it too then I am in...

What is the best option to replace the nike gp turbo? It is a pitty they are not available anymore. The best shoe for tennis hands down.

Are these shoes true to size length wise if your feet are standard width?

its a bit odd that this barricade has thicker cushioning and yet on the bounce test Uber 4.1 has better bounce height. is it cause light strike cushion has better bounce ?

Great review Zach! I’m getting back into tennis after a very long hiatus and have really enjoyed your many shoe reviews. I am currently using my 11 year old Nike court ballistec 2.3s but the tread is almost completely gone. What shoe would you recommend that is similar to this? Your review of this shoe sounds similar to them. I’m also thinking the ASICS gel resolution 9, as I love my ASICS running shoes. Leaning away from the new Nikes as I find they fit weird. Thoughts?? Thanks!!

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Yeah there isnt much thats going to play like those but the gel res 9 is always a good pick

Good stuff. Many ppl like myself had really bad achilles blisters with the 21s do you think this is gone?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Ive gotten blisters with almost every Barricade and these still have the geofit so it may be the same

I have regional coming up, and need recommendations for wide feet.

Waiting for your review on the Lacoste ag lt23

Thank you for your informative videos. I have bought three pairs of shoes for my wife and I based on your recommendations/our foot type with out trying any on. Keep up the good work.

@FootDoctorZach

7 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

just bought this pair yesterday, I tried it and it really hurt my right little finger toe, while the left one was fine. is it normal?

Would you pick Adidas Barricade or Nike Vapor 11 and why? I'm in need of a new shoe, but I can't decide which one to pick

What are your comparisons of these 23 Barricades vs solematch control?

Could you possibly do a paid of “curry RETRO 4s” would love that! Thanks!

finally 1st 😂 solid review as always doc!!! stores should pay you for giving more in depth info than the store clerks themselves 😂

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

🥇

I'd love to get an education on some of the terms that you use in your videos. Taylors bunion, dorsal, medial, 2E, snakebite, Achilles, hesi-step, forefoot striker, etc.

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Check my descriptions, i have a free shoe anatomy guide- im also going to be making a video on this soon once all these new releases stop

I have a pair similar to these and I can't get a good fit with the offset lacing. I don't have wide feet but the shoe is just way tighter than the standard. Also I am not a fan of the outrigger lacing as they tend to break. I wish they would go back to the traditional lacing.

hi Zach! I'm looking for wide fit and great shock absorption to preserve back pain...probably barricade is too much on the ground? any other suggestion? the most accurate video ever

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Ultimate Tennis Shoe Buyers Guide 2023 kzread.info/dash/bejne/faKAqcSNoc2WhsY.html

Zach I watched your reviews on ASICS tennis shoes but I think that basketball shoes also could be reviewed. As a question it will sound like: You have videos about tennis ASICS shoes but not basketball shoes, why so?

Can you review the embiid under armour 1s?

I am a recreational level player and I had a hole develop under the big toe under 8 weeks. I average 5 hours of play per week. Tried to make a warranty claim and @adidas said that was normal wear and tear. From a shoe that had a 6 month outsole warranty to toast in 2 with no resolution. Sad

@FootDoctorZach

7 ай бұрын

Usually that’s a foot shape issue - orthotics are my first line for that

can you recommend a good replacement insole for the barricades? I keep wearing out the insoles in the ball of my foot area. I don't really have any experience with replacement insoles so I'm not sure what the best option to extend the lifespan of my shoes is

@FootDoctorZach

11 ай бұрын

Check my top 5 video

Are these lighter than Acics ff3

yoo doctor zach.... unrelated question but, which shoe is better for shin splits? ja1 or tatum1?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

About the same - neither particularly great

What do you think about the width of these? I usually wear 2E shoes and the precious Barricades caused cramping along the bottom of my feet

@SamOnTheCourt

Жыл бұрын

Just realizing you addressed this in the video so nvm 😅

The previous edition dug into my inside ankle bone, and the inner sock style liner made it feel like there was a pebble stuck in my arch. Did this version change those areas of the shoe?

@FootDoctorZach

9 ай бұрын

Probably not a big change in those areas

Zach, the 2021 barricades were unwearable for me as my heel just slipped right out. How does the heel fit in comparison with this new version? Thanks for your great videos as always.

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

I had zero slippage

@michaelmoses4901

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach great to hear, thanks!

How would you compare these to the Solecourt Boost Zach? Sounds like they might be somewhere in between those and the 2021 Barricade?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

nope still🍎 &🍊

@chunkwegiantennis5908

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach Sadness

I’ve had to stop wearing the 21s because they dug into my achilles tendon something awful. Wary about getting the 23s, or in fact any Adidas tennis shoe.

Hey guys, how is the ventilation on this compared to Gel Reso 9?

@FootDoctorZach

9 ай бұрын

Similar

What are your thoughts on the adidas game court 2s?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

No idea havent tried them

@ryanchoi6013

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach can we pretty please get a review? 🙂

pls do the new one that just came out, barricade 13

@FootDoctorZach

7 ай бұрын

I think it’s almost exactly the same

What’s the best shoe if you have bunions? Cheers for the best show reviews on the Tube!

these or the cybersonics? tennis point is running some really good sales right now. i do want a more durable shoe and the barricades seem to be it, but also want to have a more light-weight feel... decisions, decisions

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Light weight feel is the cybersonics all day- barricades for more side to side feel / ruggedness

@vinny6_9

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach thanks, I figured as much. Which ones do you personally prefer?

Great review but the nikes forefoot is around 1.5cm but these adidas are 1cm. 50% too thin.

Hey Zach, really like your videos! Have you tried this barricade 23 on clay courts?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

No but ive tried the 21's and they were ok

How would this fare for a smaller player looking for a low to the ground shoe to use in outdoor basketball?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Gonna get a lot of shock

@michaelarmstrong364

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach Would not the bounce height test numbers for this tennis shoe and others like it suggest that they would provide sufficient impact protection for playing basketball? I am looking for an shoe that I can use for both tennis and basketball. Any suggestions?

A serious question. Could you use WoW Son of Flash on hard court for tennis?

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Yeah you just cant slide

@dhruvamdesai6761

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach haha the traction is that tacky! We play under heavy tropical rains here in India, shouldn't be a problem ig?

Can this be used for basketball?

@bounw21

Жыл бұрын

I think Zach usually says that tennis shoes are quite good for outdoor basketball, so It should be nice if you play outdoors, and you don’t need much ankle support.

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

These won’t be the best for shock reduction

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This model is no longer available in Adidas website. They have the old model.

@FootDoctorZach

Жыл бұрын

Tennis Point has them

@SynysterVlad

Жыл бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach I noticed that they are available in Mexico's Adidas website. Which it is weird, usually in Mexican websites (Adidas, Nike, Under Armour) they put the products of what they didn't sell in their main ones (USA, EU, etc).

No Ultraboost Light Review yet? :(

Zach, do you think that wearing the Barricade 2023 had anything to do and either causing or aggravating my Freiberg disease in my feet? Is there enough forefoot padding and enough room in the toe box for somebody who suffers from this issue? I don’t want to place the blame on the shoe if that’s not the issue. I did not seem to have any pain or discomfort in my balls of my feet prior to wearing this shoe as far as I can recall. What’s your opinion?

@FootDoctorZach

2 ай бұрын

They for sure wouldnt be my first choice - low volume foam and low volume foot bed

@markmoorefineart7453

2 ай бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach I never considered this when I purchased them as it was not an issue then. Now it certainly is. Would the Lacoste AGLT 23 be any better if I wanted to try to stay with something stable and quick, or am I dreaming? I saw your review on the AGLT 23 and it seemed to have excellent shock absorption in the forefoot, better than shoes with much higher stacks there it seemed.

@markmoorefineart7453

2 ай бұрын

@@FootDoctorZach honestly, I don’t know that I had this issue with my foot before I started wearing these shoes. Is it possible that the shoes actually caused the Freberg’s disease?

The 2021 model caused terrible rubbing on my ankle and heel. Does this model fix this issue?

@FootDoctorZach

11 ай бұрын

Its better but not terribly different

Are these shoes good for flat foot people...??