The Best Shoes (And Socks) For Every Sport
Running: Asics GEL-Quantum 360 Knit
Basketball: Nike LeBron Soldier XII
Football: Under Armour Spotlight MC
Golf: Adidas Tech Response 4.0WD
Hiking: Columbia Redmond Waterproof Hiking Shoe
Tennis: Nike Court Lite
Training: PUMA Tsugi Apex evoKNIT
Yoga: Qing Outdoor Yoga Socks
Cycling: Zol Predator Cycling Shoes
Baseball: New Balance COMPv1
Skateboarding: Vans CHIMA PRO 2
Soccer: Adidas Nemeziz Messi
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Shoes are the most important piece of equipment in just about any sport. Whether you’re running, golfing, playing basketball, or doing yoga, proper footwear is a must. The right pair of kicks doesn’t just improve your game – they ensure that you don’t get injured, and they just make you look cool.
To help find the right pair of shoes for the job, we rounded up the best shoes for every sport from Nike, Adidas, Asics, and more.
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Asics are favorited by serious runners because they provide support, and they last more miles than running shoes from Nike or Adidas. These GEL-Quantum’s are Asics’ newest release, featuring a modern knit fabric that provides top-notch breathability and all-around comfort.
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Nike’s LeBron basketball shoes will get you as close as you’ll ever get to playing like The King. They’re super lightweight, and the strap system makes them incredibly secure for responsiveness.
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For footballers at any level, we recommend these Under Armour Spotlights. Their knit ankle gives a snug fit, while TPU fibers enforce the upper for explosive breakaways down the field.
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We like these golf shoes from Adidas because they offer the grip and comfort you need on the golf course, but they look modern enough to wear in the club restaurant. Plus, they’re one of the highest rated golf shoes on Amazon with 4.5 stars and over 500 reviews.
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Unless you’re doing some serious trekking, lightweight hiking shoes are going to be better than boots. This pair is from Columbia, the go-to brand for everything outdoorsy, and they’re great all-around shoes for any adventure.
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Tennis shoes need to be lightweight and breathable, and these ones from Nike achieve both, thanks to their leather and mesh construction, and molded foam footbed. The rubber sole won’t scuff up the courts either. Ace!
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A great pair of training shoes doesn’t just make you look like a pro; they let you train like one. These knit Puma’s do just that with a super snug fit and a cushioned sole for jumping, lunging, balancing, and anything else your trainer might have you do.
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Grip sole yoga socks provide better traction than going barefoot, and save your fellow yogis from stinky feet. If you don’t have any, try these from Amazon. They’re highly rated, and purpose built for yoga and pilates.
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Whether you’re biking up a mountain or breaking a sweat in SoulCycle, you’ll want a great pair of cycling shoes that clip into the pedals. With clip-in shoes, you distribute the workload to more muscles, letting you push yourself harder and get a much better workout.
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These baseball cleats from New Balance keep you agile and ready to to take-off at any second. They utilize innovative plastic spikes that feel like metal, but don’t weigh you down.
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Skating demands a stylish sneaker that can handle continued wear. We highly recommend this pair from pro skater Chima Ferguson because they feature a reinforced toe that won’t break open, and a classic skate style that you can wear around outside the skatepark, too.
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These soccer cleats feature a soft agility mesh upper for ball control and responsiveness, as well as dual lock collar for ankle stability. They also leave Leo Messi’s signature footprint, which any soccer fan will appreciate.
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