How to Choose Racquetball Shoes

You have to look a little harder to find racquetball shoes, but they're out there. Think lightweight, specialized tennis shoes.

Things You'll Need

  • Athletic Socks
  • Racquetball Goggles
  • Racquetball Rackets
  • Racquetball Shoes
  • Racquetballs
  • Water Bottles With Squeeze Caps
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Instructions

    • 1

      Wear the type of sock you play in to the store.

    • 2

      Look for something designed for quick stops and starts.

    • 3

      Check that the sole has a gummy, rubber-like tacky feel (tacky as in sticky, not tacky as in green shag carpet).

    • 4

      Make sure it's a light shoe - compare the weight with other pairs.

    • 5

      Try on numerous pairs.

    • 6

      Remember when you were a kid how you'd run around the store with your new shoes on to see how fast they were. They let older kids do that, too. Seriously. Do it.

    • 7

      Buy the shoes that fit all the above criteria and, most importantly, are just flat-out comfortable.