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When to Replace Tennis Shoes Even If Tread Remains
Look beyond the tread pattern to uneven wear, midsole compression, upper support, and how your feet respond.
Start with this check
Shoe wear varies with court surface, movement, and body weight, so the calendar alone cannot determine replacement time.
Try these steps in order
- Check the left and right outsoles for uneven wear and slipping, and inspect the uppers for tears.
- Compare whether either midsole has collapsed to one side and whether heel hold has changed.
- If sudden foot or knee fatigue repeatedly appears on the same court, transition gradually between the old shoes and a new pair.
Bottom line
A tennis shoe's useful life is the time it retains traction, support, and left-right symmetry, not merely visible rubber.
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