Fila Men's Speedserve Energized Tennis Shoes Review

Fila Men's Speedserve Energized Tennis Shoes Review

The Fila Speedserve Energized is a tennis shoe with a slipper-tongue upper, a TPU cage, and a flat herringbone outsole. It is not a pickleball-specific shoe, but its stable, durable build suits players who move around the court a lot.

Design

The upper uses a slipper tongue for contouring and tie-down and a TPU casing for durability. The midsole is stiff and combines EVA with rubberized particles in the forefoot and rearfoot for stability. The outsole uses a hard rubber compound with a flat herringbone pattern.

Performance

The stiff midsole offers stability through long rallies, and the flat, balanced profile suits players who like to hit from awkward positions. The original reviewer found the hard outsole rubber wore well in informal abrasion checks, though no one outside a lab can make strong durability claims from such checks.

Fit

The reviewer recommended that players with narrow-to-medium feet size down half a size, and that wider players (2E or wider) size up half a size and wear thicker socks. The slipper tongue may not suit players who struggle with ball-of-foot or heel pain.

Pros and Cons

Pros: TPU casing, stiff and stable midsole, flat profile, durable outsole rubber. Cons: the slipper tongue may not give the best lockdown, sizing can be tricky, and the stiff midsole is not for players who want a soft ride.

Conclusion

The Fila Speedserve Energized is a sturdy, stable tennis shoe that can work for pickleball. Take care with sizing, and consider whether its stiff midsole is what you want.