Nike Vapor 11 Performance Review From The Inside Out

Real foot doctor reviews the Nike Vapor 11 tennis shoe. Is this the best Nike tennis and shoe on the market currently? Nike tennis shoes have been going through quite the changes in the last year than the Vapor 11 is no exception from the X to the pro to now the 11.

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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:53 Uppers of the Nike Vapor 11
01:45 Upper durability of the Nike Vapor 11
03:03 Midsole Teardown of the Nike Vapor 11
04:08 Outsole Tread of the Nike Vapor 11
05:10 Outsole Durability of the Nike Vapor 11
05:31 Fit of the Nike Vapor 11
06:15 Overall Rating of the Nike Vapor 11
08:45 Playability of the Nike Vapor 11
10:22 Nike Vapor 11 vs Nike Vapor Pro

Whats underneath these newest Nike tennis shoe for 2023? Check them out for yourself with this deep dive on court playtest, review, teardown and durability test. As a foot doctor I look at tennis shoes and tennis shoe technology a bit differently as I focus more on what foot types benefit from these shoes as well as the tennis shoe's functional attributes on the tennis court

Some of the main areas we cover in this tennis shoe playtest, and performance review of the Nike Vapor 11:

- The weight, durability, fit and playability
- What are the features of the insole, midsole, and outsole
- Nike tennis shoe technology explained

Part of the 2023 tennis shoe review series

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[masonwrisley]

Nike tennis recently has been so bad recently that I switched to ASICs. It’s called a vapor, should never ever weigh over a pound.

[justanothernicedude]

Bought after seeing it on the recommended list for ball of foot pain. I added the game day pro insole and it seems my metatarsalgia is now at bay. Thank you for what you do!

[Canoneosmiami]

Great review, it’s amazing u are able to cut them and shows us what they really made off and how they feel ..

[matthewkim]

I recently re-watched your video on how to find the best fit for sneakers. I have a question about that: can improper posture affect your feet and could it lead to getting your fit wrong? I heard the analogy of your legs being like a pulley system; could bow-leggedness or other factors change how your feet plant on the ground? Not sure if I made sense. Awesome vid btw

[briankubinec]

How does this shoe compare with the vapor pro 2 and vapor X? How does it also compare with the Yonex eclipsion 4?

[markmoore]

How do these shoes compare with other cushioned performance "Speed" shoes like the New Balance 996v5, Diadora B.Icon, and the Yonex Power Cushion Eclipsion 4?

[henfencey]

I want to see Zach review some Vivobarefoots, I'd be interested to see his take on a very different sort of shoe

[mailonwilliams]

Hey zach what nike tennis shoe would you wear to play basketball in or recommend

[Vedx]

amazing video, just wondering when the review of the dame certified is coming out

[growlsjean]

Hey Zach! Love the vids. I have a question. Which do you prefer? Between the Vapor 11 vs Vapor Pro 2

[johnfairbrother]

Awesome review as always. Thank you for the work that you do. How stiff is that outsole rigger? I found the Vapor Pro too stiff with the plastic on the outside of the shoe. Are these as stiff?

[markmoorefineart]

Hey Zach! How did you find these shoes over time? I know they did not make your TOP 5 list, but reviews everywhere have been good on the Vapor 11s. I am a big guy with flat feet and looking for something with good cushioning, stability, and quickness for doubles. I am coming from the Mizuno Wave Enfore Tour which lacked a little stability for me. Asics Gel Res 9s killed my foot with that "dynawrap system". KSwiss Hypercourt Supreme too clunky. Adidas Barricade 13 and Lacoste AG LT-23 Ultra were great (nice stability and good quickness on court), but needed a bit more cushioning in the forefoot. Yonex Eclipsion 5 lacked a good lockdown. Do these (hopefully) check ALL the boxes?

[markmoore]

In terms of speedy and stable shoes with proper cushioning, I would sure like to know how these shoes stack up against the Diadora B.Icon, the New Balance 996v5, the Yonex Power Cushion Eclipsion 4, the Lotto Raptor, and the Asics Court FF 3. All of these shoes seem to be going after the all-court player. I would assume from this review, these would be at the bottom of that list. How would you rank them Zach? Any of you faves I am missing?

[tovajohnson]

sorry being a little late in comments, love the reviews there very detailed, did you do a suicide test with these new vapor shoes? what did you get? also do vapor 11s even have any more of a bounce feeling than the vp2's? i know for speed reference there isn't to much help in a straight line as said. thanks!

[hamadnazir]

was really looking forward to only your review Perfect as Always when are we expecting Gel resolution 9 and Court ff3

[ottolapidus]

hey @FootDoctorZach love the videos as always i am a regular subscriber and watcher. compared to the old nike air zoom vapour pros or the nike zoom cage 3 (i use these ones now) what would you prefer for a pretty average shape foot. i am looking to buy some new shoes. thanks

[alexanderkang]

Can’t wait til the Nike Vapor 9.5 come back. Can’t wait for that review

[mailonwilliams]

Are these good to wear on the tennis court type of basketball courts outdoor i really want to buy and try

[chanlegend]

i have a smaller and thinner feet, do you think i need more support and cushion tennis shoes? instead of these lighter shoes

[Alchemistrobin]

Question I always wear a size 9 in previous vapor like the flyknit. Is it better to go one size up and down