Hell yeahhhhh. Thanks doc. Was at Indian wells and almost got a pair at their tent but was like nah I gotta wait for the final word from my guy. Appreciate your work as always
You got me on to Diadora with the Blueshield 5, which I loved. Got a pair of the Icons a few weeks ago, and I couldn’t agree more. Huge winner. Absolutely a shame that a lot of rec players don’t know about this brand, because these last few releases have been some of the absolute best on the market, IMO. (Along with Lotto with the Raptors.) Hope you review the Torneo’s as well, they’re also great.
One thing, as a shoe Diadora is great, but the design and color ways are not the best one and it’s harder to match with closes. There is not color-way choice
I got the Diadora Blushield 5 from your recommendation and loved them. Had to replace and picked these up before your review, but so far everything you’ve said has been my experience as well! Diadora rocks.
Got my pair of Diadora B.Icons yesterday and played in them today. Zach's review is spot on! These are a very unique shoe in that they have the comfort and cushioning of a heavier shoe in a quick and nimble performance package. Amazing! I would have to give the Diadora B.Icon a perfect 10 in all categories. It is the most complete shoe I have ever worn - superb cushioning, breathability, performance, and stability. This has to be the #1 shoe for 2022. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@@FootDoctorZach The sizing was as you said. They might be a cm or two longer than the same size in another brand, but going down a half size made them feel a tiny bit cramped in the toe box. I ended up staying with my normal size and a thumbnail of room between the end and the longest toe. That gave my toes enough room to spread a little.
I have been waiting for your review on these. If I need new ones I will have an eye on them. 🙂 Are you going to review the Diadora Torneo's too? I am really excited what you have to say about improved Blushield 5's.
For anyone like me who was looking for a video or info on the 2023 B Icon 2, there currently is no info anywhere, outside of a single post on the Tennis Warehouse Forum. The B Icon 2 is definitely a different fit and size than the original mentioned in this video. Where you had to size down in the original B Icon, you need to size up in the new B Icon 2. I wear a 10.5 in my daily shoes, and a size 11 B Icon 2 fits very snugly. The toe box has also gotten a little narrower. I have a standard foot width and there is just a bit of pressure on my pinky and "ring toe" in the size 11, while having a thumbs length in front of the big toe. I was super nervous to pop the tag off and play in them as I thought I might have needed an 11.5, but after playing in them, they are very comfortable. I believe anyone with anything wider than a standard foot should disregard the new model, and everyone should order at least a half size larger than their true foot size. I don't have as much knowledge as Dr Zach though, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.
Thank you. Had been playing on Acacia shoes PB shoes, far to harsh, no comfort plus ran big / a bit sloppy. Per your video ordered Diadora B Icons. Had never heard of these but wow, so much better, all the performance - grip / fast transitions, very snug secure accurate fit plus.... more cushion / comfort. I am not 20 any more, need to save the knees without sacrificing performance - great pick THANK YOU !
It would be helpful for a instructional video on what differences that you would need for a tennis shoe versus padel shoe versus pickle ball shoe etc. etc. Thanks again for your great content.
Super review, timely too for me as I just bought a pair. I have a wide foot and they do feel a tad narrow. Can't find a Blueshield5 to try so also bought a Torneo. That feels slightly wider than the B. Icon, but based on your description of the Blueshield5, the Torneo seems not as wide as the 5. As to weight, the B.Icon (size 9) is 13.5 and the torneo (9) 13.7. By reference the Asics Gel res 8 in 92E weighed 14.5. I think the Blueshield5 would be just right for me, but moot as there aren't any. Anyway, thank you & keep up the great work!
@@silberfarb So you prefer the BIcon to the Torneo? Do you find them similarly stable or is the Torneo more stable? With the toe box - is one slightly larger?
@@steveg.7490 It's a very close call. I chose the BIcon and have played with it 3x a week for about a month now. Obviously I could only try the Torneo on at home on carpet. So I don't have real court time with it. Both shoes felt very stable. As compared to the Torneo, the BIcon felt slightly roomier in the toe box and a smidge lighter. I wouldn't mind a tad more room in the toe box though. No heel slippage. No blisters. No need for inserts. No numbness. The sole is sticky but just right -- has a bit of a give to it but without slipping or sliding. I've been very please. Only question now is durability -- at $150 I'm expecting better than average durability. Hope this helps & good luck!
Word has it there is a NEW Diadora B.Icon 2 on the way out January 2023. Please do a review ASAP Zach, if you would be so kind. I am a huge fan of this shoe.
Hi Doc- I've been wearing the Blueshield 5s on your recommendation since last September and loving them. I'm a 3.0 - 3.5 player, 47 years old, 185 lbs, who plays 3-5 times a week: mainly clay courts in summer and hard court indoors all winter, singles and doubles both. My Blueshield 5s are starting to look like they could use replacement (I should have bought two pairs so I could rotate them). For all court play, would you recommend I try these B.Icons or the new Blueshield Torneo's? Do you recommend the B. Icons on clay? Also, any experience with the dedicated clay versions of these? Thanks again for your great reviews!
I'll admit I bought these simply for looks. The price tag was the only thing that kept me from buying sooner. These would be the most comfortable court shoes I have ever owned with one exception, they run hot. It's summer in Florida and I have dishwater feet within an hour of playing in these on any given afternoon. These offer excellent stability and movement. They play very light. I am a toe dragger and I can attest these are not the most durable on the top or bottom. I have only washed them once because the first run in the machine resulted in some delamination of the upper material. All that said, I wish I had disposable income so I could own several pairs of these because they are a good looking comfortable shoe. Unfortunately durability at this price point is hard to swallow. If I buy another pair, I will probably wear them more in town to get my moneys worth and save them for fall/winter match play.
Since they came up, I have been waiting for your thoughts. Why is that? Because due to your excellent review on Blueshield 5, I have purchased them and felt the most comfortable and secure shoes, just like you mentioned. The only downside would be that they are a bit bulky-heavy. I hope with Bicon I will have a better experience. Thank for your work! Special greetings from Romania 🇷🇴.
I would love to know how these Diadora b.Icons stack up against the new Adidas Cybersonic shoe. It seems like they are geared for the same type of player who wants a quick, stable, comfortable performance shoe. Zach, how would you compare them?
Hey there The portion of this video where you make recommendation for which court surfaces this shoe is good for appears to be cut off for #3. All it’s says is “C” which I assume means clay. I’m trying to save money and am looking for a multi-court shoe since 75% of my time I play on clay. I love the looks of these and want to try them out soon. Thanks
Seems like a dumb subject, but those eye holes makes me have to ask it. What’s the best way to lace up shoes? I struggle to get the foot snug in the shoe. Before I had my ingrown toenails removed my foot would slide in the shoe and hurt like a mother.
If you had to pick between the CLAY version of this shoe, the Diadora Fly 3, The Lotto Mirage 100, or the Lotto Mirage 200 for clay courts which do you think you would choose? For flat feet?
Hey Zach - Thanks again for an amazing video---They look like they just released a CLAY court version of these shoes? Did anything change? I LOVE LOVE LOVE the regular version---but need a Clay court version as well---What do you recommend? THANK YOU
Thanks for the awesome review! Was looking a match day shoe that's a little quicker and more responsive than my GP Turbos and looks like this is the ticket.
Nice review! I have yet to grab a pair of these, but after buying the Diadora Blueshield 5, the Torneo, and the Speed Competition, I am sold on DIadora. I even bought a pair of pickleball shoes made by Diadora (for tennis use), the Trofeo (very nice). Try to get hold of their new Diadora S.Star Maverick AG (so far, and unfortunately, only available in Europe)...
I've been looking for new shoes , i was torn between Adidas Solecourt and these. I just ordered these since Adidas were out if stock. I have a wide foot. Hopefully ordering 1/2 size bigger will fit fine. Thanks for your in depth reviews, it helped make my final decision!
@@FootDoctorZach man! I did drills for 2 hrs this morning, they felt great! Much better feel than my Fila Axilus 2. Thanks for helping me make a right decision on shoes!
Great video again Zach! I had last year the Blushield 5 and it was too much room in the forefoot for me, even wearing an orthotic, it felt comfortable but bulky and higher to the ground as I wanted. How is the fit of this shoe compared to the Blushield 5?
Thanks Zach, as always excellent review. I’ve been sold on the BS5s and have used them extensively after your review but now they are not available. Wide foot guy here so limited choices. Would you say B Icons fit as wide as the BS5s? Waiting on your review of the Torneos as they seem like the the best replacement for my BS5s.
Hi Zach - I use your videos for all my tennis shoes purchases lol. I previously owed the Diadora blueshield 5s (off of your recommendation) but now I need a new pair. I have planter fasciitis & joint pain in my knees. Hence why the blueshield 5 were perfect for me. Do you have a comparable shoe? I was looking at the Diadora torne or these maybe but idk if something better is out there
Thanx for the review. I have been waiting for it since i have my eye on these. Do think these will play good on clay? Unfortunately i am a one-shoe-all-courts-guy.
Hey Zach I need your advice please. I wear ASICS court FF 2 but I cannot find it anywhere these days. I think Diadora b.icon is a good alternative. I am an overpronnator who needs a lot of stability. Please advice on the size. I wear 46 EUR at my Court FF2. what size you propose for these ones ??
Love your channel, may i ask if the diadoras B.icon or blueshield 5 would make it into your Top 5 of Best Tennis Shoes For Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendinitis) and if so which position? thx in advance
ruclips.net/video/Y0FitApDvEA/видео.html these are my favorites currently - the icon is good , will have to see what other shoes come out to see if it’ll be a too rec for me for heel pain
Interested to see what you find with b icon 2. I ordered a pair and surprisingly the toe box seemed slightly shorter and narrower. It was hurting my left foot so bad I had to send back and luckily they had a pair of the orig b icons left in my size and they fit fine. Wondering if maybe the pair of 2’s I got were defective? Or if the toe box is just smaller on the 2’s. Also any thoughts on shoes similar to the b icons I could try?
Sounds great. How does it compare to some other light shoes like adidas Ubersonic 4 on the jump test or jumping ability ? i know material is different type of cushioning
Hey Zach. I’m a basketball player and have had shin splints for almost a year. Been doing acupuncture, taking anti inflammatory pills and so on. Could you explain what it is and what I need in a shoe? I watched the latest video where you recommended good shoes but I wonder like what I need, and if insoles could help? Thank you
Unfortunately I can’t give personal medical advice outside of my clinic setting due to state licensing - that kind of history really needs an exam to make any recommendations- shin splints are caused by several factors , each with different treatments
What is the physiological reason that zero drop shoes have become common in the road and trail running world, but they're close to nonexistent in the tennis world? I'd assume it has something to do with lateral movement and possibly ankle stability when sliding. Is that right, and are there other reasons as well?
Yeah not as easy to push off and can cause Achilles pain/ tearing - they can be unstable in certain situations too- but most tennis/ hoops will have a drop just from the motions needed
Very interesting review. Given the recent reviews of new shoes how would you compare this one to the Nike court zoom NXT? They both have received extremely positive reviews from you. If you had to choose one which would it be?
I guess I would have the same question about the Lotto raptors. You’ve played in both of them. What’s your preference? They sound like similar shoes in someway based on your reviews.
hey Zach ive been trying out some powerstep thin profile insole but am finding to be pushing my foot a little to high in my volleyball shoe, I've worn them about three days. should i stick with them for like a week to see if the break in or do you have some $20-$25 recommendations that would work better for my needs? PS mainly seeing if the help athletic performance
Was going to buy these tenniswarehouse recommended buying these a size down being that they are a little long…do you agree or is it a true fit like the vapor pros…at least I find them to be
Can you do the Torneo review? I was looking to purchase the blueshields 5 but it's now it seems like the Torneo AG has replaced it. Is it the same shoes or is it not as good?
Hi again Dr Zach. I'm going to ask an unrelated question here, because I doubt you'll notice a new question on a 2021 video post: If a Brannock Device isn't available (I'm overseas), once I outline my foot on cardboard, is there some way to convert and find my size? Using a tape measure, my foot's outline shows up as 11-1/2" (29cm) in length. Thank you! PS~ I am only concerned about length (not width). Thanks again...
If that’s what it measures that’s what I’d go with - you may have to try a few shoes on in stores just to get a baseline - doesn’t have to be tennis or hoops can iust be running or something to see if you have enough room
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks to you for recommending Blueshield 5 when I'm shopping for a new shoes last year, then with durability guarantee I got Fly 3+, replacement, and like you I became a fanboy of Diadora. Looking forward to get a new pair and your review on it.
You can check out this video, I have time stamps for all categories just search for what you need in particular and a few shoes should match, you’ll get a decent list of shoes to try for your individual foot : ruclips.net/video/Y0FitApDvEA/видео.html
Question about sizing for these shoes: I normally wear two pairs of socks and size up a half size to prevent any toed jam issues. If I take a size 13 given the extra half size I normally have to add to have enough space to accommodate the extra pair of socks and the extra room in the toe in most shoes would I order the same here or can I get the same extra room in these shoes at my true size at 12.5? How much space should you allow ideally between the longest toe and the the front of the shoe?
@@FootDoctorZach Ordered both sizes just to be sure the first time. I will see which one gives me that finger width of toe room. I will get them Tuesday. Super interested to get them on the court.
I wear GP Turbos to keep my heel pain in check. Gonna stock up on a few pairs, but need to find something comparable once the supply runs out. Would these be decent enough for someone prone to plantar fasciitis or should I look elsewhere?
Nothing is going to really come close to them in terms of their feel but these are a great option if you want a lighter weight model with good heel protection as well
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks for the reply! Might try these out. Bought the GPs based on your detailed reviews, so your channel has been a huge help. Thank you!!
I talk about this quite a bit in the video- its a more speed focused , streamlined design where the blushield is bulkier- Id pick these over the FF2 if its me
Over the past few years I started wearing barefoot shoes and when I go back to tennis shoes my feet feel so cramped. Any suggestions for a good tennis shoe that wears like a barefoot shoe's wider toe box?
I play tennis at a gym and racket club. There are hundreds of members but I only know of 2 others that wear Diadoras like myself. Thanks for revealing my secret (just joking). I am a subscriber and was looking for you to do a review on the Mizuno Exceed Wave 5 as I heard good things as I am looking for a little less expensive shoe. At $150, I think I’m going to save these for matches.
Would love to know if you or anyone had experience with the top beginning to tear prematurely. I see a number of reports of the exact same tear and its a concern on relatively expensive shoes
Hi Zach. Love your reviews and watch them religiously. I have a pair of the Blueshields and only complaint is they feel a bit bulky. I tried the b-icon and sized down as TW suggested but returned them as they just felt so narrow and was having some foot pain (but otherwise really like the feel). Would you suggest just sizing up? Or trying the Speed?
Hey Zach, a huge Court FF 2 fan here, but given it's hard to get them in my size now, I'm def interested in these. Would you pick the B.Icons over the FF2's (or at least on par)? Or the Torneos? (Ha, I realize you'll be posting about the Torneos in a bit so if you don't want to put out a spoiler, I understand : ) Thank you!
We know pros are not really using the racket they advertise. It’s just a paint job most of the time. How about their shoes? Do they actually change shoes model every year? Thanks 🙏
Some are, some arent- most play in the stock shoe or the stock shoe with a custom shape last- Nadal, Thiem, Muguruza are exceptions who have hybrid PE models
Grab a pair here: geni.us/FDZTP
Hell yeahhhhh. Thanks doc. Was at Indian wells and almost got a pair at their tent but was like nah I gotta wait for the final word from my guy. Appreciate your work as always
Haha thanks!
You got me on to Diadora with the Blueshield 5, which I loved. Got a pair of the Icons a few weeks ago, and I couldn’t agree more. Huge winner. Absolutely a shame that a lot of rec players don’t know about this brand, because these last few releases have been some of the absolute best on the market, IMO. (Along with Lotto with the Raptors.) Hope you review the Torneo’s as well, they’re also great.
Agreed! I also have both the Blueshield and the Torneo. I wish I could grab a pair of the new Maverick...
Glad you like them! yeah ill do them at some point- so similar to the 5's to me but yeah ill get around to them
One thing, as a shoe Diadora is great, but the design and color ways are not the best one and it’s harder to match with closes. There is not color-way choice
I got the Diadora Blushield 5 from your recommendation and loved them. Had to replace and picked these up before your review, but so far everything you’ve said has been my experience as well! Diadora rocks.
Glad it’s helped!
Which shoes do you think is more durable between the 2? Thank you
@@henryramirez1366 Blushield 5 for sure. I managed to put a hole in the side of my B icon already :/ less than a month for that to happen.
Got my pair of Diadora B.Icons yesterday and played in them today. Zach's review is spot on! These are a very unique shoe in that they have the comfort and cushioning of a heavier shoe in a quick and nimble performance package. Amazing! I would have to give the Diadora B.Icon a perfect 10 in all categories. It is the most complete shoe I have ever worn - superb cushioning, breathability, performance, and stability. This has to be the #1 shoe for 2022. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Glad you like them! how was the sizing
@@FootDoctorZach The sizing was as you said. They might be a cm or two longer than the same size in another brand, but going down a half size made them feel a tiny bit cramped in the toe box. I ended up staying with my normal size and a thumbnail of room between the end and the longest toe. That gave my toes enough room to spread a little.
New B.Icon 2 out today! Looks to be a minor update focused on increased durability and breathability. The new colorways looks great through IMO!
I have been waiting for your review on these. If I need new ones I will have an eye on them. 🙂
Are you going to review the Diadora Torneo's too? I am really excited what you have to say about improved Blushield 5's.
Waiting for the Torneo review!!!! Thanks for the great reviews Doc!
was waiting for this review! thanks doc!
Hope you enjoyed it!
For anyone like me who was looking for a video or info on the 2023 B Icon 2, there currently is no info anywhere, outside of a single post on the Tennis Warehouse Forum. The B Icon 2 is definitely a different fit and size than the original mentioned in this video. Where you had to size down in the original B Icon, you need to size up in the new B Icon 2. I wear a 10.5 in my daily shoes, and a size 11 B Icon 2 fits very snugly. The toe box has also gotten a little narrower. I have a standard foot width and there is just a bit of pressure on my pinky and "ring toe" in the size 11, while having a thumbs length in front of the big toe. I was super nervous to pop the tag off and play in them as I thought I might have needed an 11.5, but after playing in them, they are very comfortable. I believe anyone with anything wider than a standard foot should disregard the new model, and everyone should order at least a half size larger than their true foot size. I don't have as much knowledge as Dr Zach though, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.
Review up soon👍
Great review doc, I would love to try this shoes out, by your analysis they might be a perfect fit for me.
Thank you. Had been playing on Acacia shoes PB shoes, far to harsh, no comfort plus ran big / a bit sloppy. Per your video ordered Diadora B Icons. Had never heard of these but wow, so much better, all the performance - grip / fast transitions, very snug secure accurate fit plus.... more cushion / comfort. I am not 20 any more, need to save the knees without sacrificing performance - great pick THANK YOU !
Glad I could help!
It would be helpful for a instructional video on what differences that you would need for a tennis shoe versus padel shoe versus pickle ball shoe etc. etc. Thanks again for your great content.
Another great review Zack! Glad I pick up a pair from Tennis Point clearance sale
Nice!
Super review, timely too for me as I just bought a pair. I have a wide foot and they do feel a tad narrow. Can't find a Blueshield5 to try so also bought a Torneo. That feels slightly wider than the B. Icon, but based on your description of the Blueshield5, the Torneo seems not as wide as the 5. As to weight, the B.Icon (size 9) is 13.5 and the torneo (9) 13.7. By reference the Asics Gel res 8 in 92E weighed 14.5. I think the Blueshield5 would be just right for me, but moot as there aren't any. Anyway, thank you & keep up the great work!
Update. B. Icon toe box is feeling on par w Torneo. ASICS gel res 2E rather disappointingly narrower than both Diadoras. Going to keep the B. Icon.
I made simar observations between the BS5, the B.Icon and the Torneo. In addition I found the B.Icon to be a tad longer than the BS5 and the Torneo.
@@andreavitale2845 I’ve played a few time with the B Icon. Really like it.
@@silberfarb So you prefer the BIcon to the Torneo? Do you find them similarly stable or is the Torneo more stable? With the toe box - is one slightly larger?
@@steveg.7490 It's a very close call. I chose the BIcon and have played with it 3x a week for about a month now. Obviously I could only try the Torneo on at home on carpet. So I don't have real court time with it. Both shoes felt very stable. As compared to the Torneo, the BIcon felt slightly roomier in the toe box and a smidge lighter. I wouldn't mind a tad more room in the toe box though. No heel slippage. No blisters. No need for inserts. No numbness. The sole is sticky but just right -- has a bit of a give to it but without slipping or sliding. I've been very please. Only question now is durability -- at $150 I'm expecting better than average durability. Hope this helps & good luck!
Word has it there is a NEW Diadora B.Icon 2 on the way out January 2023. Please do a review ASAP Zach, if you would be so kind. I am a huge fan of this shoe.
Miss your tennis shoe reviews. This one looks very interesting.
Me too- wish there was more new ones to review...
Hi Doc-
I've been wearing the Blueshield 5s on your recommendation since last September and loving them.
I'm a 3.0 - 3.5 player, 47 years old, 185 lbs, who plays 3-5 times a week: mainly clay courts in summer and hard court indoors all winter, singles and doubles both.
My Blueshield 5s are starting to look like they could use replacement (I should have bought two pairs so I could rotate them). For all court play, would you recommend I try these B.Icons or the new Blueshield Torneo's? Do you recommend the B. Icons on clay?
Also, any experience with the dedicated clay versions of these?
Thanks again for your great reviews!
Diadora are the best tennis shoe I’ve ever played in. I’m on my 5th pair of the Blushield Touneo but I’m going to try these out.
I'll admit I bought these simply for looks. The price tag was the only thing that kept me from buying sooner. These would be the most comfortable court shoes I have ever owned with one exception, they run hot. It's summer in Florida and I have dishwater feet within an hour of playing in these on any given afternoon. These offer excellent stability and movement. They play very light. I am a toe dragger and I can attest these are not the most durable on the top or bottom. I have only washed them once because the first run in the machine resulted in some delamination of the upper material. All that said, I wish I had disposable income so I could own several pairs of these because they are a good looking comfortable shoe. Unfortunately durability at this price point is hard to swallow. If I buy another pair, I will probably wear them more in town to get my moneys worth and save them for fall/winter match play.
B.Icon 2's are out! Looking forward to the review.
Since they came up, I have been waiting for your thoughts. Why is that? Because due to your excellent review on Blueshield 5, I have purchased them and felt the most comfortable and secure shoes, just like you mentioned. The only downside would be that they are a bit bulky-heavy. I hope with Bicon I will have a better experience. Thank for your work! Special greetings from Romania 🇷🇴.
I would love to know how these Diadora b.Icons stack up against the new Adidas Cybersonic shoe. It seems like they are geared for the same type of player who wants a quick, stable, comfortable performance shoe. Zach, how would you compare them?
Haven’t worn them yet so we’ll see
@@FootDoctorZach very curious about these Cybersonics. Look forward to your review.
Nice review! Could you make a B Icon Vs Blushield 5?? Thanks
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These look really good👍 Glad to see Diadora step it up a little.
Hey there
The portion of this video where you make recommendation for which court surfaces this shoe is good for appears to be cut off for #3. All it’s says is “C” which I assume means clay. I’m trying to save money and am looking for a multi-court shoe since 75% of my time I play on clay. I love the looks of these and want to try them out soon.
Thanks
I was looking for this video from you last night lol. I picked up the Toreos last night.
Hope you like it! Yeah these are in a league of their own at this point - at least for the space they occupy in the tennis shoe world
Seems like a dumb subject, but those eye holes makes me have to ask it. What’s the best way to lace up shoes? I struggle to get the foot snug in the shoe. Before I had my ingrown toenails removed my foot would slide in the shoe and hurt like a mother.
If you had to pick between the CLAY version of this shoe, the Diadora Fly 3, The Lotto Mirage 100, or the Lotto Mirage 200 for clay courts which do you think you would choose? For flat feet?
Hey Zach - Thanks again for an amazing video---They look like they just released a CLAY court version of these shoes? Did anything change? I LOVE LOVE LOVE the regular version---but need a Clay court version as well---What do you recommend? THANK YOU
Haven’t seen the clay treads but I always like clay treads over AC for dirt
Could I use this shoes for outdoor basketball instead Tennis
Yep but they wouldn’t be my first choice for that
Thanks for the awesome review! Was looking a match day shoe that's a little quicker and more responsive than my GP Turbos and looks like this is the ticket.
Yeah these are it- I have no issues calling myself a fanboy
I was waiting for this
Super cool.. look great as well. Defo want to grab one of this.
Great video!👍👍👍
Nice review! I have yet to grab a pair of these, but after buying the Diadora Blueshield 5, the Torneo, and the Speed Competition, I am sold on DIadora. I even bought a pair of pickleball shoes made by Diadora (for tennis use), the Trofeo (very nice). Try to get hold of their new Diadora S.Star Maverick AG (so far, and unfortunately, only available in Europe)...
Nice! yeah these are just beasts- Im for sure getting a pair for my personal use, best of the best currently
Tried Maverick for first time yesterday and they where really nice :) i don't play Tennis but i used them to Padel :)
I've been looking for new shoes , i was torn between Adidas Solecourt and these. I just ordered these since Adidas were out if stock. I have a wide foot. Hopefully ordering 1/2 size bigger will fit fine. Thanks for your in depth reviews, it helped make my final decision!
Hope they work well for you 👍
@@FootDoctorZach man! I did drills for 2 hrs this morning, they felt great! Much better feel than my Fila Axilus 2. Thanks for helping me make a right decision on shoes!
Great video again Zach! I had last year the Blushield 5 and it was too much room in the forefoot for me, even wearing an orthotic, it felt comfortable but bulky and higher to the ground as I wanted. How is the fit of this shoe compared to the Blushield 5?
These fit a tad more narrow/ tapered
Thanks Zach, as always excellent review. I’ve been sold on the BS5s and have used them extensively after your review but now they are not available. Wide foot guy here so limited choices. Would you say B Icons fit as wide as the BS5s? Waiting on your review of the Torneos as they seem like the the best replacement for my BS5s.
Fit a tad more narrow/ tapered
Hi Zach - I use your videos for all my tennis shoes purchases lol. I previously owed the Diadora blueshield 5s (off of your recommendation) but now I need a new pair. I have planter fasciitis & joint pain in my knees. Hence why the blueshield 5 were perfect for me. Do you have a comparable shoe? I was looking at the Diadora torne or these maybe but idk if something better is out there
Torneos are the most similar - check out my review of them
Thanx for the review. I have been waiting for it since i have my eye on these. Do think these will play good on clay? Unfortunately i am a one-shoe-all-courts-guy.
Not the best but I gave a pair to my dad who uses them on clay and has been doing ok with them
How would you compare them to the Nike court zoom NXT? And is the sizing the same?
Hey Zach I need your advice please.
I wear ASICS court FF 2 but I cannot find it anywhere these days. I think Diadora b.icon is a good alternative. I am an overpronnator who needs a lot of stability. Please advice on the size. I wear 46 EUR at my Court FF2. what size you propose for these ones ??
vapor pro, still my go to shoe
Do you like / prefer / feel you need to use the "runner's loop" on these shoes - or are they good for you without?
I didn’t
Great video doc, thanks for so much information. In your opinion what's the best shoes in 2022 for playing exclusively in clay?
Good question- I like the raptors from lotto or the blushield torneo in clay treads
@@FootDoctorZach thanks for the answer, I'm gonna take a look at those for sure! Congrats on the great channel!
Love your channel, may i ask if the diadoras B.icon or blueshield 5 would make it into your Top 5 of Best Tennis Shoes For Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendinitis) and if so which position? thx in advance
ruclips.net/video/Y0FitApDvEA/видео.html these are my favorites currently - the icon is good , will have to see what other shoes come out to see if it’ll be a too rec for me for heel pain
Thanks for another great review! I got a pair and I have to say it’s the best tennis shoe I’ve ever worn.
Nice!
Love this shoe! Have you looked at the B Icon 2 yet? Interested to see what the differences are from this one.
In my garage now
Interested to see what you find with b icon 2. I ordered a pair and surprisingly the toe box seemed slightly shorter and narrower. It was hurting my left foot so bad I had to send back and luckily they had a pair of the orig b icons left in my size and they fit fine. Wondering if maybe the pair of 2’s I got were defective? Or if the toe box is just smaller on the 2’s. Also any thoughts on shoes similar to the b icons I could try?
Sounds great. How does it compare to some other light shoes like adidas Ubersonic 4 on the jump test or jumping ability ? i know material is different type of cushioning
I don’t have the scores in front of me but they’re all in the tennis shoe guide I have in the digital download section
Hey Zach. I’m a basketball player and have had shin splints for almost a year. Been doing acupuncture, taking anti inflammatory pills and so on. Could you explain what it is and what I need in a shoe? I watched the latest video where you recommended good shoes but I wonder like what I need, and if insoles could help?
Thank you
Unfortunately I can’t give personal medical advice outside of my clinic setting due to state licensing - that kind of history really needs an exam to make any recommendations- shin splints are caused by several factors , each with different treatments
What is the physiological reason that zero drop shoes have become common in the road and trail running world, but they're close to nonexistent in the tennis world? I'd assume it has something to do with lateral movement and possibly ankle stability when sliding. Is that right, and are there other reasons as well?
Yeah not as easy to push off and can cause Achilles pain/ tearing - they can be unstable in certain situations too- but most tennis/ hoops will have a drop just from the motions needed
Very interesting review. Given the recent reviews of new shoes how would you compare this one to the Nike court zoom NXT? They both have received extremely positive reviews from you. If you had to choose one which would it be?
This one by a country mile- same good playability with better comfort
@@FootDoctorZach That is really interesting. I was very impressed with the Zoom NXT. Thank you for your input.
I guess I would have the same question about the Lotto raptors. You’ve played in both of them. What’s your preference? They sound like similar shoes in someway based on your reviews.
hey Zach ive been trying out some powerstep thin profile insole but am finding to be pushing my foot a little to high in my volleyball shoe, I've worn them about three days. should i stick with them for like a week to see if the break in or do you have some $20-$25 recommendations that would work better for my needs?
PS mainly seeing if the help athletic performance
Not in that price range unfortunately, if you need something specific like that I’d probably go custom
Was going to buy these tenniswarehouse recommended buying these a size down being that they are a little long…do you agree or is it a true fit like the vapor pros…at least I find them to be
I hate sizing down because of width- if you’re really narrow then yeah go for it otherwise I went true and had a great experience
got a pair yesterday. I'm usually a 8.5. but it does run a bit long. Got an 8 coming in the mail to compare.
From what I’ve seen on people going down 1/2 is causing a lot of cramping unless you’re really a narrow foot
@@FootDoctorZach any noticeable difference or discomfort with the minimal extra room in the toe box?
B.Icon vs Vapor Pro, please. Also isn't it the best pattern the clay (herringbone) pattern for all courts?
It can be depending on how wide the herringbone is
Do you recommend playing basketball in these?
Offtopic question, are shoes for padel good for tennis? Thank you
Meh - not the greatest
Can you do the Torneo review? I was looking to purchase the blueshields 5 but it's now it seems like the Torneo AG has replaced it. Is it the same shoes or is it not as good?
Soon
Hi again Dr Zach. I'm going to ask an unrelated question here, because I doubt you'll notice a new question on a 2021 video post: If a Brannock Device isn't available (I'm overseas), once I outline my foot on cardboard, is there some way to convert and find my size? Using a tape measure, my foot's outline shows up as 11-1/2" (29cm) in length. Thank you! PS~ I am only concerned about length (not width). Thanks again...
If that’s what it measures that’s what I’d go with - you may have to try a few shoes on in stores just to get a baseline - doesn’t have to be tennis or hoops can iust be running or something to see if you have enough room
Can you review
Prince vs hydrogen tour lite shoes?
Loving the blueshield 5 and bluesield fly 3+, how do you compare b.icon to those two and are you planning to review the torneo version?
Torneo coming out soon
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks to you for recommending Blueshield 5 when I'm shopping for a new shoes last year, then with durability guarantee I got Fly 3+, replacement, and like you I became a fanboy of Diadora. Looking forward to get a new pair and your review on it.
Do you not use "the runners knot"? Feel like the shoe sits better on the heel when I tie it that way myself
I don’t routinely because of my arch shape- irritates me sometimes
Any recommendations on tennis shoes for wider feet?
You can check out this video, I have time stamps for all categories just search for what you need in particular and a few shoes should match, you’ll get a decent list of shoes to try for your individual foot : ruclips.net/video/Y0FitApDvEA/видео.html
Just discovered your channel. Nice.
How would you compare the B. Icon to the BLUSHIELD 5 or TORNEO?
Torneos in the mail so I should have that answer soon
@@FootDoctorZach AWESOME. I'm also receiving a pair of Asics Solution Speed FF II on Monday to compare against the b. Icons myself.
Question about sizing for these shoes: I normally wear two pairs of socks and size up a half size to prevent any toed jam issues. If I take a size 13 given the extra half size I normally have to add to have enough space to accommodate the extra pair of socks and the extra room in the toe in most shoes would I order the same here or can I get the same extra room in these shoes at my true size at 12.5? How much space should you allow ideally between the longest toe and the the front of the shoe?
I like going true with these because they are a tad long and just take a bit more time to break them in -usually just a finger width
@@FootDoctorZach Ordered both sizes just to be sure the first time. I will see which one gives me that finger width of toe room. I will get them Tuesday. Super interested to get them on the court.
HI Dr. Is the B.icon close / similar to GP Turbo?
Nope not at all
I wear GP Turbos to keep my heel pain in check. Gonna stock up on a few pairs, but need to find something comparable once the supply runs out. Would these be decent enough for someone prone to plantar fasciitis or should I look elsewhere?
Nothing is going to really come close to them in terms of their feel but these are a great option if you want a lighter weight model with good heel protection as well
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks for the reply! Might try these out. Bought the GPs based on your detailed reviews, so your channel has been a huge help. Thank you!!
Any review coming soon on the Diadora TORNEO?
They’re supposedly in the mail so hopefully soon
Would you say it runs larger? Most reviewers are saying to order half a size down. No?
It’s not wide enough IMO to go down a half unless you are very narrow- I went true and had a great fit
Doc! I have a question! Something I'm afraid of in these shoes is where the cord goes, is this plastic piece resistant?
The outrigger? Yeah I talk about that in the beginning of the video
@@FootDoctorZach Yes that's right! I'm kind of afraid it might break!
What’s the main difference from Blueshield 5? I’m deciding between b.Icon and ASICS court FF2, any suggestions? Thanks
I talk about this quite a bit in the video- its a more speed focused , streamlined design where the blushield is bulkier- Id pick these over the FF2 if its me
@@FootDoctorZach thanks. Appreciate your help
Over the past few years I started wearing barefoot shoes and when I go back to tennis shoes my feet feel so cramped. Any suggestions for a good tennis shoe that wears like a barefoot shoe's wider toe box?
Not really no, used to be made but had too many Achilles, back issues associated
I play tennis at a gym and racket club. There are hundreds of members but I only know of 2 others that wear Diadoras like myself. Thanks for revealing my secret (just joking). I am a subscriber and was looking for you to do a review on the Mizuno Exceed Wave 5 as I heard good things as I am looking for a little less expensive shoe. At $150, I think I’m going to save these for matches.
As of this comment the UPS truck is coming in about 3 hrs with them
Hi doc. What's the tennis shoe with the highest heel?
I don’t have it off the top of my head but i think the GP turbos or the vapor cage 4- I have a digital download that has all the heights on it
Is the toe box wide and tall?BS5 hurt my big toe with the elf shape toe box.
No it’s lower, more tapered
Are these good for basketball Doc?? 👀
Ok on outdoor but there are much better
Would love to know if you or anyone had experience with the top beginning to tear prematurely. I see a number of reports of the exact same tear and its a concern on relatively expensive shoes
Yeah I’ve heard this too- my dad has a pair that have been fine for the last few months but there could have a been a bad batch come out
found rtptennis heel pad product, hope you could review it and want to know your professional take and it's really effective, thanks
Looks like a standard sorbothane pad
Hi Zach. Love your reviews and watch them religiously. I have a pair of the Blueshields and only complaint is they feel a bit bulky. I tried the b-icon and sized down as TW suggested but returned them as they just felt so narrow and was having some foot pain (but otherwise really like the feel). Would you suggest just sizing up? Or trying the Speed?
Yeah if you watch the fit section of the video I don’t love going down 1/2 - my guess is in the true size the bicon will fit well
Thanks Zach. Between the B.Icon and the Speed Blueshield Fly which one has more padding/comfort under foot?
Doc how come you never reviewed the Zion 1's?
🤷♂️ just haven’t gotten to them yet
Great review doc. Which would be better for pickleball, the B Icon or the Head Revolt 4.0? Thank you!
Bicon
@@FootDoctorZach thank you. Will be getting them from Tennis Point over the weekend.
I have a slightly wide foot. Would these work?
It’s in the fit section - depends how you like to wear your shoes
Based on this review, does that mean that Diadora currently ranks #1 and #2 on your BEST OF list for 2022 right now?
We’ll see how the torneo plays - not sure what the list will look like come spring tbh
Do the babolat fury
Hey Zach, a huge Court FF 2 fan here, but given it's hard to get them in my size now, I'm def interested in these. Would you pick the B.Icons over the FF2's (or at least on par)? Or the Torneos? (Ha, I realize you'll be posting about the Torneos in a bit so if you don't want to put out a spoiler, I understand : ) Thank you!
I liked these more than both the ff and torneos
thank you so much, Doc, I'll def give 'em a try
this shoe or the Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour 5?
Havent tried the Mizunos yet
We know pros are not really using the racket they advertise. It’s just a paint job most of the time. How about their shoes? Do they actually change shoes model every year? Thanks 🙏
Some are, some arent- most play in the stock shoe or the stock shoe with a custom shape last- Nadal, Thiem, Muguruza are exceptions who have hybrid PE models
These shoes do not last. My pair are pretty much destroyed after 3 months of weekly play
Have me waiting for the lebron 19 low review smh
Monday
Bless up yung boss 🙏🏼
Muy malas, en 60 dias de uso moderado, se me rompieron las 2 por el mismo sitio( la unión entre la malla y la goma de la punta. MUY MALAS NO COMPREN
Sock reviews
I have 3 videos on socks ATM