(Part 2) Best team sports shoes for men according to redditors

I like to use indoor soccer shoes or turf soccer cleats (indoor ones have a more flexible midsole, and outdoor turf shoes usually have a more stiff feel...but all depends on which model shoe). They have softer rubber knobs similar to some golf shoes nowadays, not hard knobs like outdoor cleats). Also, they all have that lower profile you're looking for.

Biggest benefits I see are: Enhanced feel all around, when i wiggle my toes or rotate any way i can feel it translate to the ground very nicely. You can still get enough grip as well, unless it's really wet. Aesthetically you can get some that look a lot like golf shoes, or go a little wilder in the look as you'll have more choice there as well.

Here's an example of what I'm talking about: turf shoes

I've noticed lately in golf shops that more and more golf shoes are starting to mimic the design of soccer turf shoes a bit more.

Currently I'm using some Nike running shoes that have a nice grip action, mainly because I play in a drier climate and I can get away with not having longer knobs on the bottom. Really comfortable and all around good, flexible feel.

I found the model. https://www.amazon.com/NIKE-Mens-Big-Basketball-Shoes/dp/B07627FLM9#immersive-view_1571364332171 I consider myself a sneaker head. I’ve never once heard of or seen this sneaker. Apparently it’s called a big nike low.

Get boots with interchangeable studs.

For monsoon season in Korea

For those rock hard pitches in Korea

The shoes are based on air jordans. I doubt you'll find something that looks exactly like the ones in-game so jordans are close enough.

Although personally I would choose these instead, since they at least have more black like the splatoon version.

The klay tmson shoes are in sale in amazon for 40$
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073VNG4R9?th=1&psc=1

Good cross training shoes (training for strength, speed, skill) need ankle support and good grip decent flexibility and sturdy and not be too spongy or too archy cause it makes weight lifting especially legs difficult and or less productive. Also, being lightweight and breathable.

Boxing cross trainers are really good all around shoe if you are going to be doing a lot of different types of workouts in them i.e. the following 3
They r in order of top rated and most to least expensive.

Adidas Pro Bout Boxing Boot, US6 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0089B5RMI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_s2KxDbMRAYNFA

adidas Box Hog 2 Mens Boxing Trainer Shoe Boot Black/White - US 9.5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EA18MWS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sYKxDbAMSGPMX

adidas Men's Combat Speed.5, Silver Metallic/Black, 4 M US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWN9T2Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QYKxDb2A164FE

If you are mostly going to stick to weightlifting and caliestenics work having a flat sole and lightweight shoe with moderate flexibility is a pretty mix to go for but i wouldnt recomend much in the way of cardio with the following, (probably not the best for long distance running for example) decent for jumprope or stair climbing though

Hightop Converse allstars or pf flyers
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top Core Colors (6,0 D(M), Classic Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LWTMEBY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_j5KxDbRMZ5J8S

Or even Vans and some Asics
Like the half cabs
Vans Men's SK8-Hi(tm) Core Classics, Black/White, US:9 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VSUC9A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_y6KxDbTH3JV4B

ASICS Men's Matflex 4-M, Granite/White/Black, 9.5 M US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GY6MHRI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_d7KxDbHZX5K80

If you are going to do mostly a lot of hard impact running you should maybe go for tennis, basket ball, and cross country shoes due to the shock absorbent soles and slightly wider base of the shoes to distribute the shock a bit more evenly. The higher arches generally found in these types of shoes make some weight lifting less than desireable i.e. the squats and deadlifts for example due to forcing you to be in an awkward center of gravity like putting more of ur balance and weight onto the balls of your feet versus the heels which is good for running and sprinting and cycling and jumping (jumprope,tennis,basketball) but not for squats and weight lifting because you are supposed to load your weight on your heels for compound movements to have the appropriate load bearing distribution on your body and fully engage your core to prevent injury.


K-Swiss Men's Bigshot Light 3 Tennis Shoes (White/Navy) (8 D(M) US) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYV369E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_waLxDb7YM2RX2

adidas Men's Pro Bounce 2018 Basketball Shoe, Black/White/Grey, 11 M US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077X62QFX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9aLxDb2S01Z80

adidas Men's Explosive Bounce 2018 Basketball Shoe, White/Black/Light Solid Grey, 10.5 M US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077X4TVP1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qbLxDb4YY15H4

Under Armour Men's Charged Commit 2.0 Cross Trainer Running Shoe, Black (001)/White, 9 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HKTJN5F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JbLxDb57ZMZE5

Nike Mens Air Visi Pro Vi Nbk Black/Anthracite Ankle-High Nubuck Basketball Shoe - 10M https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q6ZBUB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cbLxDb6ZSDW6C

Nike Mens Air Visi Pro Vi Nbk Black/Anthracite Ankle-High Nubuck Basketball Shoe - 10M https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q6ZBUB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cbLxDb6ZSDW6C


It all really depends on what you are doing.
If you are going to be rock climbing a lot get good rock climbing shoes. If you are going to hike a lot get good hiking boots. Most timerland boots are reliable and comfortable and designed for that. If you are going to train on grass a lot i would reccomend soccer cleats or turf shoes. Like the adidas mundiales or the nike predators.

I myself own a decent mix

For most all around training i use the adidas box hog 2.

For pure weightlifting or calisthenics i wear my converse.

For soccer and grass and turf training i wear my adidas mundials.

For hiking and bouldering i wear my timberland hiking boots.

For casual going out i wear doc martens usually.

For hospital work i wear some really cheap but super comfy sneakers with thick gel inserts cause you are standing around a lot and walking a lot. For 12 hours at a time. Before i worked in the hospital i was an emt and wore steel toe workboots geared toward firefighters and paramedics with gel inserts.

For everything else there's mastercard. Jk.

I know this particular model is outdated, but you might still be able to find a pair. I really like the Puma Evospeed 5 AG cleats. They are specifically for artificial grass, with extra studs that are longer than classic turf shoes. For me, the grip has been solid and comfortable, and the added studs reduce stress on the feet. I highly recommend artificial grass cleats rather than classic turfs. I wear them on the field turf with fake blades of grass and little rubber pellets.

https://www.amazon.com/PUMA-evoSPEED-Soccer-Boots-Cleats/dp/B077QD5GGH?th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HNJ0GY0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VSdYDbA1C6300
If you’re a size 11.5 these are sold through a separate seller on amazon although it’s fulfilled by amazon so you return them if anything is wrong

nice shoes bruh but... https://www.amazon.com/Nike-Zoom-Dunk-Low-Pro/dp/B0758GWTJT cX

They're called Dream Pairs - Dream Pairs 160861 Men's Sport Flexible Athletic Lace Up Light Weight Outdoor Cleats Football Soccer Shoes BLACK N.G ROYAL SIZE 10.5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSO58UJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_da8xzbS5ZK4Z4

I've been playing in these for about the past year. https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Performance-Court-Stabil-Volleyball/dp/B01GEYUQWC. I like them. fit well. Traction is nice, and I'm very picky about traction. The colorway is also sick. I coach at a HS and I've gotten compliments on them from kids who think they're some kind of Adidas basketball shoe.

Just got a pair of KD 8's (this is the "PG County" colorway). Traction is also good. I actually consistently jump like an inch higher in them than in the Adidas which is strange. I have a pretty wide foot though and the front is a smidgen narrow for me.

Also adding a pair of the Hyperattacks (I'm going with the Unlimited colorway) to the rotation next week. so if you haven't made a decision by then perhaps I can offer my opinion on those as well. Never used any Kobe shoe.

Solved.

It was not what I was expecting. They are Nike Jordan Trunner shoes.

https://www.amazon.com/Jordan-Trunner-Anthracite-Yellow-897992-021/dp/B075XTLBSL

https://www.amazon.com/Under-Armour-Spotlight-Limited-Football-Black/dp/B074ZC4JW8

What are your thoughts on indoor soccer shoes for casual wear? Was looking at these 2 types:

https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Ace-17-4-Indoor-Orange/dp/B07997JQHQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=Ace+17&qid=1568052183&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFFSk1ZNkZLSFlWWFYmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0NDkzODQyREhKRlhNNFFIVE42JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA1NTY5MjgxWFk5REY4MVE2SFVKJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

And

https://www.amazon.com/Adidas-Messi-Indoor-Solar-Soccer/dp/B06XX3HNDY/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=messi+15.3+indoors&qid=1568052491&s=gateway&sprefix=Messi+15.&sr=8-4

Tried searching and couldn't find an answer. Maybe there is a reason for that...

Thank you!

https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Dame-Shoe-Mens-Basketball/dp/B01N9XM4YP?th=1&psc=1

White/core black/red seems to be it

Jordans. Future boots that’s the name


https://www.amazon.com/NIKE-Jordan-Future-Boot-Style/dp/B01MF6Y12D?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

I keep my shoe purchases under $100 for the same reason: don't want to waste money on a shoe that'll be toast too quickly.

• Right now I'm rocking Adidas Streetball 2. Has good support but not quite as "snug" on my ankle as I prefer, but that's remedied by adding an ankle brace if you're concerned about it. Otherwise a very solid shoe for players who post up a lot and really bang and grind on an outdoor court. It'll take a LONG time to wear down the treads on those. They're kinda heavy though for smaller/quick-footed players & movements.
  
  
  
• If there's a chance I'll be in more of a PG role, I have a pair of [Reebok Pumpspective Omni Lite](https://www.amazon.com/Reebok-Pumpspective-Basketball-Blazing-Orange/dp/B00AW7GYBA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484768574&sr=8-1&keywords=pumpspective
  ) that I like to use. I like the "outer lip" that they have to prevent ankle rolling. A lot of cutting on a rough court will have you wearing down the tread pretty quickly though... but they transition between indoor/outdoor pretty well. Plus they get nostalgia points for having "The Pump."
  
  
  
• A good balance between the two (in my opinion) is Jordan Superfly 2. They have good ankle support, and hold up pretty well on the concrete. I recently tried the Superfly 5s on --since my 2s are close to being tossed because of wear and tear-- and the newer Superfly shoes have a much different fit than the 2s (I did NOT like the newer fit). Treads are a slightly deeper than the Pumpspective, but not as deep as the StreetBall. These are my "preferred" outdoor shoe on the list at the moment.
  
  
• I also rotate a pair of Nike Air Max Stutter Step 2. They're extremely lightweight (especially compared with the other shoes on my list) and I usually use these as indoor shoes, but I have taken them to concrete courts for "impromptu" pickup games. Decent ankle support if you lace them up tightly, and can still fit an ankle brace as well (if you need it). If these had a deeper tread I would make them my default "go-to" basketball shoe. Alas, they aren't, so I don't want to wear them down too quickly.
  
  
• I've recently picked up the Steph Curry 2.5 recently, because they were on ridiculous discount when I saw them and I heard they have really good traction, but haven't broken them out yet. I honestly feel they're more suited for indoor use, BUT reviews say they hold out well on concrete, too.

I used to use soccer cleats for a long time, but recently I switched to football cleats that cover above the ankle i.e. https://www.amazon.com/Under-Armour-Highlight-Football-Black-Black/dp/B01GIIN40U/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1536465494&sr=8-8&keywords=under+armour+football+cleats

I have so far enjoyed the ankle support so I would suggest something like this. Soccer cleats will do pretty good too though. Make sure to not have any metal spikes, though I'd only really see this happening if you got baseball cleats which aren't common for paintball use.

http://www.eastbay.com/product/model:256855/adidas-d-lillard-2.0-mens

https://www.amazon.com/Adidas-Light-Croyal-Ftwwht-Basketball/dp/B01EZ5S13S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492666054&sr=8-1&keywords=adidas+light+em+up

No brace or tape needed. Get volleyball shoes that are ''mid tops'' meaning the ankle support that is naturally built into the shoe is much higher. Example:
https://www.amazon.com/adidas-Crazyflight-Volleyball-Metallic-Silver/dp/B01N2TMDBB/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=mens+volleyball+shoes+mid&qid=1556655137&s=gateway&sr=8-2