Ideal Shoes (maybe not fencing?)

[SOA9286]

What is the ideal pair of shoes for fencing- that is not made for fencing? Something not cheap, but not expensive either? I'm looking for shoes this week so I can have a good little uniform for the T.O. Thanks!

- Dylan

[grotto]

I have been using indoor soccer shoes for years. addidas Sambas, or Gazelle's. I get them because they are cheap, work on many different surfaces, and are easy to find when I eventually blow them out. I do have some real fencing shoe, but I only use them on grounded piste's as they tend to slip on any other surface. You can get by with a your favorite pair court shoes for a very long time though.

[glowstix]

i've tried running shoes which by design are not good for fencing. the fencing shoes i have just don't seem to have a solid base and i don't move well. although the running shoes are a bit heavier they feel better. i did, however, just get a pair of the asymmetrics so i'll see how they work.

[davtsung]

I see fencers using running shoes and I would discourage them from doing so because the cushion on running shoes often elevate the heel to a degree that if you were ever to roll an ankle during movement, it could be disastrous. The elevation does not truly confer stability for movement in any lateral directions.

[DangerMouse]

I've been using shoes made for tennis or raquetball the past few years and have been very happy. I only use my fencing specific shoes for tournaments.

[40Saberthieves]

I've been using shoes made for tennis or raquetball the past few years and have been very happy. I only use my fencing specific shoes for tournaments.

I use a pair of very light tennis sneakers as well.

[Epee Scherma]

Try running "flats". Also called track shoes. They feel weightless and don't really fall apart too quickly. The trouble is they can give you calloses if you don't use some kind of ball of foot orthopedic after a while. I really like them a lot. Here is a picture of the type of fencing shoes I use:
http://www.gearrunningstore.com/asic...l#Anchor-57529
(scroll down to "Asics Omniplus")

You probably want cheap ones so look at the clearance racks in a shoe store, or you might as well be buying fencing shoes because flats can be costly brand new.

[ls14evar]

I also use the Adiddas Samba indoor soccor shoe. Works pretty well. Good traction, inexpensive, easy to find. Only real problem is that the heel is a little square, but they have alot more shock protection than wrestling shoes.

[i'mnottelling]

You might take a look at some court or volleyball specific shoes. My fencing shoes finally gave up the ghost so I got a pair of adidas uproar volleyball shoes from a local sporting goods store. The sole is flat like an indoor soccer shoes. It has good level cushioning throughout the shoe and a slightly rounded heel like a fencing shoe. I have not used them on grounded strips yet but they've been great on wood floors.

I have only used them for a month so I can't rate them for durability yet.

i'mnt

[Pun]

I also have the Adidas Indoor volleyball shoes, i love them. Great traction, great support. I used to get blisters and caluses in my tennis shoes but now I can fence for hours and my feet are fine. They have great flexability and aren't very heavy. I highly recomend them. "stabils" or something. Great shoes.

[foodle]

I'd been using a pair of squash shoes from Hi-Tech, but recently switched to a pair of volleyball shoes from Asics (VTR) that are very comfortable. Adidas fencing shoes are cut too narrow for my feet, so I had to look for alternatives. A squash/racquetball or volleyball shoe is a pretty good substitute.

[achilleus]

What is the ideal pair of shoes for fencing- that is not made for fencing? Something not cheap, but not expensive either? I'm looking for shoes this week so I can have a good little uniform for the T.O. Thanks!

- Dylan

The Ideal Fencing Shoes are unique. Everyone has their own opinion and everybody's IFS varies.

I prefer supportive, durable, and cushioned shoes that actually fit my feet. I'm not as worried about lightweight and making sure they got 3 stripes.

Great alternative shoe choices:

Volleyball, indoor court shoes - Lightweight, cushioned not as supportive or durable as others.

Tennis shoes - durable, cushioned, supportive and made for lunging. Check out www.tenniswarehouse.com for different types. Lightweight shoes, durable shoes, fashion shoes, etc...

Indoor soccer shoes - lightweight, low slung, little support or cushion. Very similar to the old style fencing shoes.

[glowstix]

The Ideal Fencing Shoes are unique. Everyone has their own opinion and everybody's IFS varies.

I prefer supportive, durable, and cushioned shoes that actually fit my feet. I'm not as worried about lightweight and making sure they got 3 stripes.

Great alternative shoe choices:

Volleyball, indoor court shoes - Lightweight, cushioned not as supportive or durable as others.

Tennis shoes - durable, cushioned, supportive and made for lunging. Check out www.tenniswarehouse.com for different types. Lightweight shoes, durable shoes, fashion shoes, etc...

Indoor soccer shoes - lightweight, low slung, little support or cushion. Very similar to the old style fencing shoes.

i don't know about indoor soccer shoes. they do really look like fencing shoes but there's little support. i prefer the tennis/running/cross trainers option as alternatives to fencing shoes. although i just a pair of new asymmetrics on ebay for $75. i'll see how they work.

[achilleus]

i don't know about indoor soccer shoes. they do really look like fencing shoes but there's little support. i prefer the tennis/running/cross trainers option as alternatives to fencing shoes. although i just a pair of new asymmetrics on ebay for $75. i'll see how they work.

Personally, I don't like 'em for the same reason I don't like the 'classic' fencing shoes. Little to no support, and little cushion.

But some people really like the lightweight and low slung feel.

Two very similar models that look great for fencing are here and here.

[glowstix]

Personally, I don't like 'em for the same reason I don't like the 'classic' fencing shoes. Little to no support, and little cushion.

But some people really like the lightweight and low slung feel.

Two very similar models that look great for fencing are here and here.

the first one looks pretty cool.