Best Men’s Clay Court Tennis Shoes

If you’re looking for a shoe that can help you make quick transitions and glide across the court, the Nike Zoom Vapor 12 Clay Tennis Shoe is a fantastic choice. It's durable, lightweight, plus it will keep you comfortable while you perform your best. It runs true to size, has a medium arch, and a low overall break-in period. It’s also engineered for quick movement and has that herringbone outsole we mentioned above. This shoe is available in an assortment of colors.

Set yourself apart from the crowd in Lacoste AG-LT Ultra x Daniil Medvedev Men’s Clay Tennis Shoe.
Considered a top-tier clay court shoe, it features the name of a Grand Champion. Designed for peak performance on clay surfaces, this shoe is ultra-light, made with Piqué Weave, LSR Foam, and LineGrip technologies. Not only is it breathable, but it's built with superior shock absorption and stability regardless of which direction you're running or sliding. Note, this shoe runs more narrow than most and comes in a flamboyant navy and pink colorway.

Glide across the court in comfort and style with the K-Swiss Ultrashot 4 Men’s Clay Tennis Shoe. Tailored for the baseline player, this clay court tennis shoe combines pro-level performance with surface-specific enhancements such as a herringbone patterned outsole and a midsole technology to ensure optimal energy return when you need it most. This handsome shoe has a slight break-in period, runs a little narrow, and is supported with a manufacturer’s six month outsole guarantee.

The Wilson Rush Pro 4.5 Men’s Clay Tennis Shoe is a perfect fit for players who want to be fast, responsible, and agile on clay without compromising performance. Made with a mesh upper that has a graduated pattern and larger perforations at the front for optimal airflow, these clay court shoes contour to the foot's profile, providing a secure fit. They also have added support in the heel and an extra-thick rubber drag pad on the lateral side to resist abrasions. They’re not the lightest pair in the bunch, but they are one of Wilson’s best-selling models. They also have a six month manufacturer outsole warranty.

When you want a reliable, long-lasting shoe, with excellent support, and a reputation to back it, the adidas Barricade 13 Men’s Clay Tennis Shoes are a go to! Arguably, the Barricades are one of the most popular shoes on any surface. But these clay court shoes were engineered with some special features, including a clay-specific outsole to help you withstand long, grueling matches, where grip is critical. Like other Barricade models, they have an asymmetrical lacing to ensure a personalized fit and have little to no break-in period.