Hitting the '90s tennis scene on the feet of the hottest player at the time, the Hot Lava design turned heads on the court with its brash and unconventional style. Well, in this special Vapor it’s back with the same attitude that made it an icon, only with modern-match performance like Air Zoom cushioning, so you can always be on the attack.
Nike Vapor 12
Hitting the '90s tennis scene on the feet of the hottest player at the time, the Hot Lava design turned heads on the court with its brash and unconventional style. Well, in this special Vapor it’s back with the same attitude that made it an icon, only with modern-match performance like Air Zoom cushioning, so you can always be on the attack.
A heel Air Zoom unit helps keep you supported and springy throughout your match.
The herringbone traction pattern is made of our new rubber compound that’s lighter than Vapors of the past. It allows you to decelerate, plant and back into position without feeling like you’re rounding off your cuts.
We brought back the firm midfoot plastic piece seen on past Vapors to provide optimal stability and transitions when cutting from side to side. The supportive piece also allowed us to remove the rubber in the midfoot, which helps reduce the overall weight of the shoe.
A firm foot frame wraps around the supportive midfoot plate and spans from heel to toe, giving you more of a secure feel. It helps give you the stability to transfer power during aggressive slides, cuts and pivots.
We reduced the weight of the engineered mesh while maintaining durability in high-wear zones by the toe.
4.2 Stars
Great shoe
Hitz10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought this shoe for my wife. She loves them very light and comfortable for pickleball.
Product received for free, or reviewed as part of a sweepstakes/giveaway or in exchange for a discount.
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Nice, but heavy
Awalla
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Supportive for tennis, but a little heavier than I’m used to.
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Zoom vapor is like home for my feet
CC
I use these shoes for tennis, trail running, and clean trail hiking. This shoe always keeps my foot in good shape, good arch support, thin heel that matches my thin heel, and more stiff than most— which keeps my extra bone… in check.
Nike Vapor 12