Bullpadel Elite 25I Women's Padel Shoes (Garnet)

The Bullpadel Elite 25I is a women's padel shoe with a hybrid outsole that grips on any court type, plus a padded, locked-in heel for comfort through long matches. This listing is the Garnet colourway.

• Fit: Women's, EU sizing
• Outsole: Hybrid grip, herringbone and stud tread
• Midsole: BP Fluid cushioning
• Upper: Seamless one-piece mesh
• Support: Lateral tensioners
• Heel: Heel Lock with Lycra padding
• Toe: Seamless injected rubber toe cap
• Weight: About 341 g (EU 40)

The outsole is what makes this a shoe for most clubs. Herringbone tread grips well on firmer courts with little sand, and studs are the usual choice for sandier turf. Having both on one sole means you're not stuck when you play somewhere new.

Lateral tensioners built into the sides of the upper hold your foot in place when you push off sideways or stop short at the net. The BP Fluid midsole takes the sting out of landings and gives some of that energy back on your next step. At the back, Heel Lock keeps the heel seated while the Lycra padding keeps it soft, a good match if your heels are sensitive to stiff counters. The rubber toe cap is injected rather than stitched, so there's no seam to split when you drag your toe on low volleys.

Retailer fit testing describes the Elite 25I as slightly generous in length and width, with a low arch and no break-in period. If you'd rather have a Vibram rubber outsole, compare it with the Pearl Vibram 25I. If you mostly play on synthetic turf with less sand, the Next W 25I is built around stability for exactly that surface.