Off the Wall: Introducing ASICS Padel Gear

March 5, 2025

This spring, we’re excited to introduce new arrivals for tennis, pickleball, and... padel? What’s padel?

You may not have heard of it yet, but padel (pronounced like “paddle”) is a racket sport that’s quickly earning new fans and players worldwide. Created in Mexico in the 1960s, it’s a fast-paced game that combines elements of tennis, pickleball, and squash. Read on to learn the basics of padel and how ASICS padel gear can help give you an advantage.

About Padel

From the outside, padel looks like a combination of tennis and pickleball. Matches are played in doubles and scored like tennis, but teams play on a smaller-sized court like pickleball. Unlike either sport, though, padel courts are completely enclosed by walls made of glass or plastic. Players can launch ricochet shots that bounce from the floor to the walls, keeping the ball in play––and keeping opponents on their toes.

Beyond the walls, there are a few more key differences that set padel apart. The rackets are smaller than tennis rackets and made of a solid surface with holes rather than strings. Padel balls, too, are smaller than tennis balls and have lower air pressure. But what padel has in common with other racket sports are the demands on the player: a mix of quick pivots, long strides, short sprints, and jumps with hard landings. All these maneuvers require comfortable, supportive shoes and flexible clothing designed specifically for padel players.

ASICS Padel Shoes This year, we’ve introduced two new padel shoes for men and women into our lineup. Like our tennis shoes, each padel shoe is designed to serve a unique playing style. Baseline players tend to move side-to-side along the baseline. Their game relies on explosive moves, short sprints, and fast stops, requiring a stable and supportive shoe.

All-Court players tend to start at the baseline and move toward the net. They stay on the move throughout the match, requiring a fast, flexible, and lightweight shoe.

For Baseline Players: GEL-RESOLUTION^® X PADEL

The GEL-RESOLUTION® X PADEL shoe is designed for advanced stability on the padel court. It features a combination of DYNALACING™ technology for a stable, locked-in feel, and DYNAWALL™ technology in the midsole and heel for added support during side-to-side movements. Together, these features create unmatched comfort and stability for players covering the baseline.

For All-Court Players: GAME FF™ PADEL

The GAME FF™ PADEL shoe is a nimble, flexible shoe for all-court players. Its open mesh design on the upper improves airflow, keeping your feet cool throughout each set. In the midsole, TRUSSTIC^® technology generates the stability you need for quick turns and sprints, while FLYTEFOAM^® cushioning provides lightweight comfort in every step.

ASICS Padel Clothing

The dress code for padel is similar to tennis, and we’re excited to offer new padel clothing styles for men and women. Here are a few of our top recommendations.

Padel Clothing for Her:

PADEL COURT SKIRT: a classic silhouette featuring an integrated inner sprinter for support and a drawcord waist tie for easy adjustability.
PADEL COURT TANK: designed for everyday play and practices, with a comfortable knit fabric and back mesh detail for ventilation.
PADEL 2-N-1® SHORT: a combination of fashion and function with a mesh insert for comfort, quick-drying fabric, and an adjustable waistband for a custom fit.

Padel Clothing for Him: