Man, I’ve been meaning to upgrade my tennis gear for a while now, and those Lacoste shoes, the AG-LT23 Ultra, kept popping up in my research. They looked sleek, and the reviews were pretty solid, so I figured, why not give ’em a shot?
Got my hands on a pair
First off, I ordered them online. The whole process was smooth, no hiccups there. When the box finally arrived, I was pretty stoked. They looked even better in person. Nice design, felt sturdy. I’m not really into those flashy colors other brands use, and Lacoste nailed it with a clean, classic look.
Trying them on
Slipping them on for the first time, they felt snug but not tight, you know? I usually have a tough time finding shoes that fit just right, but these were true to size. Walked around the house a bit, and the cushioning felt great. No weird pressure points or anything like that.
Hitting the court
- First day on the court, I was immediately impressed. The grip on these things is insane. I felt like I could change directions on a dime, which is a huge deal for my game. I tend to slide a lot, and these shoes kept me stable throughout.
- Played a couple of sets, and my feet felt surprisingly good afterward. Usually, I’d feel some soreness with new shoes, but not with these. The support they provide is top-notch. I noticed I could push off the ground harder and faster, making my serves and volleys more powerful.
- One thing I was a bit worried about was durability. I’d read some mixed reviews, but so far, they’re holding up well. I’ve put in a good 20 hours on them, and there’s barely any wear and tear. I guess time will tell, but initially, I’m not seeing any red flags.
- Also, these shoes breathe pretty well. My feet didn’t feel like they were trapped in a sauna, which is a big plus during those long, grueling matches. Usually, in other shoes like the Vapor 11s or Wilson rush, my feet feel like they’re on fire, but not with these Lacoste shoes. I did a little research, and apparently, they use some special breathable materials, and it seems to work.
- I ran into another player at the club who had the same shoes. We chatted a bit, and he said he’d been using them for months and loved them. He mentioned that Daniil Medvedev, one of the top players, actually wears these, which is pretty cool if you ask me.
Final thoughts
All in all, I’m really digging these Lacoste AG-LT23 Ultra shoes. They’ve boosted my confidence on the court, and I feel like they’ve even improved my game a bit. They’re comfortable, supportive, and they look sharp. If you’re in the market for some new tennis shoes, I’d definitely recommend giving these a try. You might just be as pleasantly surprised as I was.