Cushy midsole, and speedy design; a more stable and supportive option in the Vapor family.
The lineage of the Nike Vapor carries on, and is back better than ever with the Nike Zoom Vapor 11! This evolution of the Vapor blends the perfect balance of feeling low and connected to the court, while also providing a significant amount of cushioning underfoot, to help provide the comfort for those long grinding matches. Compared to the Vapor Pro 2, this Vapor 11 feels a bit more stable due to the molded sidewall, allowing for more aggressive cuts and push-offs. A forefoot Zoom Air unit helps to spring you forward, while a breathable upper helps to keep you cool for the long matches. A data-informed outsole supplies a nice blend of grip and give, and is built to withstand the force of sliding.
- Upper: Breathable and durable mesh upper material provides support, durability, and ventilation. Inner layer for extra support where needed, and outer provides a thin overlay to help with durability. Half inner sleeve for easy on and off.
- Midsole: Zoom Air unit for comfort, and added spring into your step. Molded sidewall to enhance lateral support and stability.
- Outsole: A data-informed outsole supplies a nice blend of grip and give, and is built to withstand the force of sliding. Thicker tread in high-wear zones for added durability.
- Color: White / Royal / Crimson
Fit Details
| Length: | True |
|---|---|
| Width: | Medium |
| Arch: | Slightly Low |
| Break-in: | Slight |
| Surface: | Hard (all court) |
| Weight: | 15.5 ounces (size 10.5) |
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Customer Reviews
Dangerous!!!This shoe looks great and feels amazing but beware. When it starts to wear on the outside of the heels like all shoes do, that pretty plastic-like rubber (or rubber-like plastic) band around the base of the shoe becomes more and more in contact with the court surface and folks, landing at the wrong angle and speed results in an experience I could only describe as stepping on a banana peel on ice. I've had two really really bad falls (cuts and bruises) on completely dry, grippy hard courts. I'm not keen on breaking any bones so it's now a just a 'walk-around-the-mall' shoe for me.
Their own GenreFrom the beginning, trying to put the Vapor 11's in the Vapor community has been thwart with contradictions. Like its prior predecessor, the Vapor 12 is a return to a low to the ground, light, fast feeling game day shoe.
The Vapor 11, is not that. And in being its own thing, it has carved out a niche fan base out there. It's a heavier shoe; it's made for stability, it's clunky. But it's also comfortable; it owns its stability; and it provides a level of cushioning not seen in the 9.5/X's.
Gripes out of the way first. It is heavy, and clunky; you will notice that. It is tough for breathability. The latter is my biggest issue. I have likened it to the feel of duck boots.
To the benefits, like a good duck boot, it feels wonderful in the upper. Many fans say that once the TPU breaks in it feels like a dream. I didn't have any break in issues. It is stable and cushioned. Transitioning from the 9.5's my bulky frame felt less impact after a match in these. Although, heavier, the set up of the cushioning and the zoom unit make it competitive on the court. I have had no issues with running down short balls.
I didn't mention the lock down, because I use sports inserts that adapt very well to the shoe, leaving me with little slippage.
And although, I've not worn mine for too long, I've noticed very little wear (as others have mentioned).
I believe from what I've heard, the Vapor 12 is the more apt successor to the Vapor lineage. But if Nike chose to offer an update to the 11 in the future that shaved a little weight, (under a different name), I think it would capture an audience of the Cage and GP Turbo crowd looking for comfort and stability, while keeping its niche audience.
DisappointedGreat looking shoe. Not for playing but good for teaching. Too bulky n heavy. It won't allow me to be quick on my feet.
One of my favoritesOne of my favorite tennis shoes. The best notes are the energy return and the durability this shoe offers. One of the most springy shoes I’ve worn because of the air unit in the fore foot. Takes a little bit to like how tall they are, but I ended up liking the high ride height. Bad notes: after a while of wearing them the support ran out and started to consistently cause blisters on my feet, specifically in pickleball. No matter what I did, I could not tighten the laces enough to lock my forefoot area down enough to stop it. The support wore out before the outsole.
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