What shoes would you recommend for hard floors?

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Hello,

Regarding your search for shoes suitable for hard floors, I highly recommend looking at Babolat, specifically the Shadow Tour 5 Men.

While Babolat is traditionally known for racquet sports, this model is exceptionally well-suited for the demands of Table Tennis for several reasons:

  • The Michelin Outsole: This is the key differentiator. The sole is developed in collaboration with Michelin, providing superior grip on indoor hard surfaces (wood, Taraflex, or synthetic). This is crucial for the quick lateral movements and sudden stops required in table tennis.
  • Weight & Agility: It is an ultra-lightweight shoe (approx. 280g). This minimizes fatigue and maximizes speed for close-to-the-table footwork.
  • Stability: The shoe is designed to lock the foot in place during intense side-to-side shuffling, reducing the risk of rolling an ankle compared to standard running shoes.

I hope this recommendation helps with your game!
 
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