How are tennis shoes different from other types of shoes?

: How are tennis shoes different from other types of shoes?
I have basketball and cross-trainer shoes, so how much are tennis shoes different and which should I use until I buy tennis shoes (which is hopefully soon)?

Thanks!

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Answer by Jeff ==(##) o
Did some1 just ask this the other day? Please check the previous questions.

Tennis shoe have good heel support. The ct shoes are close but lack tread in the toe area especially the side. I think you can use them to start tennis but once you get better you need tennis shoes. Basketball shoes won’t last over a week on me.

Answer by Daniel
Completely agree with Jeff. Depending on your level, normal shoes, even basketball shoes, will be torn up on clay and hard courts.
Tennis shoes, (again, this depends on how tough you play, your level) have extra traction on the soles and padding on ther sides, to specifically increase your side to side moving ability. I remember when I purchased my first pair of tennis shoes. The difference was very evident. I was able to completely stop and dart to the other side of the court with ease. Obviously it all depends on the type, price, of the shoe, but usually a tennis shoe will show good improvement.
From the outer shell, everything is usualyl a very hard material, to allow for sliding and constant pressure back and forth from the movements, which allows a good pair of tennis shoes to last between 4-6 months.
Nike makes cheap brand shoes, which may suit you. Again, depending on your level, you may not find the nike 60 dollar tennis shoes to be much different than the Adidas, 135+ dollar tennis shoes, with exception to the fact that Nike shoe will lost maybe 2 months while a good pair can last about 5 months.

Go online and do some research into shoes, I would suggest checking out tenniswarehouse.com. They have a great selection and you can even see which ones the pros are wearing when they play! Good luck!

Daniel

Answer by Fer
Tennis shoes are made to last with dense rubber and foam to absorb shock. Weigh a lot because of it more support
Basketball shoes are too weak last me 2 hours and were ruined(lebron4)

Answer by “Johns”
MorseHor…, Tennis shoes have more rubber in the heels, etc. to absorb shock from running, jumping, stopping, going, etc…