Volleyball Shoes

[Anonymous]

Where is the best place to get shoes for volleyball? Is there a brick and mortar store that has a wide selection to try stuff on or am I stuck with ordering a bunch of pairs online and then returning the ones that don't work out? DD developed shin splints and sore ankles at the end of HS season and we needed to replace her shoes which we discovered were too small and contributing to the problem. We were shopping right before club season started and everything was sold out at Dick's and they only had men's sizes available online. We were looking at volleyball and basketball shoes, mind you. So my goal is to get a head start and get some new shoes in August before HS season starts. And I don't want to just pick out some shoes that are cute (this is DD's method) only to realize they aren't supportive, or whatever. What does everyone else do?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Where is the best place to get shoes for volleyball? Is there a brick and mortar store that has a wide selection to try stuff on or am I stuck with ordering a bunch of pairs online and then returning the ones that don't work out? DD developed shin splints and sore ankles at the end of HS season and we needed to replace her shoes which we discovered were too small and contributing to the problem. We were shopping right before club season started and everything was sold out at Dick's and they only had men's sizes available online. We were looking at volleyball and basketball shoes, mind you. So my goal is to get a head start and get some new shoes in August before HS season starts. And I don't want to just pick out some shoes that are cute (this is DD's method) only to realize they aren't supportive, or whatever. What does everyone else do?

Most high-level players wear basketball shoes. The basketball shoes are known to be of better quality than most volleyball-specific shoes. I recommend finding your daughter some good orthotics/insoles that she can put in her shoes. Those will help her a lot.

[Anonymous]

DD ordered a pair of basketball shoes online that got delayed and then, like you, we went to Dicks. The one by Dulles had a pair in her size that she said were comfortable. I’d check inventory and drive to whoever had them if you need them for HS tryouts next week. It won’t be a wide selection but will be something. Then order what she wants for club season. You have time for that. That was our method.

[Anonymous]

OP here. DD has been wearing basketball shoes all along, mostly Nikes. Orthopedist gave her some Aetrex arch support inserts for her flat feet but they were really uncomfortable. Said she needs to try different ones and find ones that feel good. Anyone have any brand or type of orthotics/insoles that they like? I see ads for a bunch of them in my FB feed.

[Anonymous]

There is a new brand out there purely for volleyball - Avoli. While the concept is great, my DD found them terribly uncomfortable and she developed shin splints (as did another one of her teammates with same brand) and reverted back to Nike basketball shoes. Worth revisiting in a couple years once they get them more refined.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. DD has been wearing basketball shoes all along, mostly Nikes. Orthopedist gave her some Aetrex arch support inserts for her flat feet but they were really uncomfortable. Said she needs to try different ones and find ones that feel good. Anyone have any brand or type of orthotics/insoles that they like? I see ads for a bunch of them in my FB feed.

I have read the basketballshoes reddit guys have been recommending this brand, MOVE Game Day Pro- Ultimate Performance Sports Insoles, for basketball. I have no experience. You can find it on Amazon.

[Anonymous]

Just buy her basketball shoes. Skip the vb-specific shoes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. DD has been wearing basketball shoes all along, mostly Nikes. Orthopedist gave her some Aetrex arch support inserts for her flat feet but they were really uncomfortable. Said she needs to try different ones and find ones that feel good. Anyone have any brand or type of orthotics/insoles that they like? I see ads for a bunch of them in my FB feed.

If she has flat feet the best option could be custom orthotics done by a podiatrist. If they are covered by your insurance you'll never go back to generic options. If they aren't covered by insurance they can be pricey but we've found they last a long time (typically 2-3 years) as long as your DD has stopped growing.

[Anonymous]

Anyone’s DC have experience with Vktry insoles? I keep seeing ads for them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:There is a new brand out there purely for volleyball - Avoli. While the concept is great, my DD found them terribly uncomfortable and she developed shin splints (as did another one of her teammates with same brand) and reverted back to Nike basketball shoes. Worth revisiting in a couple years once they get them more refined.

Mine too. She is back to Nike.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Anyone’s DC have experience with Vktry insoles? I keep seeing ads for them.

They are on the Christmas wish list apparently.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP here. DD has been wearing basketball shoes all along, mostly Nikes. Orthopedist gave her some Aetrex arch support inserts for her flat feet but they were really uncomfortable. Said she needs to try different ones and find ones that feel good. Anyone have any brand or type of orthotics/insoles that they like? I see ads for a bunch of them in my FB feed.

If she has flat feet the best option could be custom orthotics done by a podiatrist. If they are covered by your insurance you'll never go back to generic options. If they aren't covered by insurance they can be pricey but we've found they last a long time (typically 2-3 years) as long as your DD has stopped growing.

I keep hearing ads for the Good Feet Store - never tried them but they tell a good story with each ad.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Anyone’s DC have experience with Vktry insoles? I keep seeing ads for them.

NP—I would also love some feedback on these insoles. My DD loves her Way of Wades so trying to determine if the VKTRY insoles would give her an additional boost.

[Anonymous]

I just bought the Vktry insoles and the recovery clogs for DD. I couldn’t pass up rhe 33% off sitewide offer yesterday. Planning to have her try them and return within 90 days if they don’t work out.

I did some searches online and people have said not to use Vktry with shoes that already have a carbon plate in them. Check if your Way of Wades have one. And do some research about it as well.

Would love to hear from others with actual experience. Are they a gimmick or something they have something to offer?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I just bought the Vktry insoles and the recovery clogs for DD. I couldn’t pass up rhe 33% off sitewide offer yesterday. Planning to have her try them and return within 90 days if they don’t work out.

I did some searches online and people have said not to use Vktry with shoes that already have a carbon plate in them. Check if your Way of Wades have one. And do some research about it as well.

Would love to hear from others with actual experience. Are they a gimmick or something they have something to offer?

My kid used them to help recovery when he broke a toe and he was sold on them.
It seemed to make a difference if your shoes don't already have the carbon fiber.
These days a lot of high-end shoes already have them.
There is a little bit of a trampoline effect.