Fila Speedserve Review

As the 2022 season draws closer to its end. Fila has released its tennis shoe for the season and it’s called the Fila Speedserve Energized. The shoe is built for stability, and flexibility and has a speedy feel. Let’s dive in to learn more about it starting with the design.

Design

Straight out of the box, the Fila Speedserve looks simple and good-looking. It may not be colourful and flamboyant like the New Balance Coco CG1 but it looks cool.

Upper

The next part of the shoe to take a look at is the upper material. It comes with a molded cage on the forefoot and medial side to provide you with good support, stability and a glove-like fit. Also, the way the upper material is shaped reminds me of the Nike Zoom Cage 3.

Another great thing about the upper is how breathable the shoe is. The use of a breathable molded sockliner is going to provide you with good breathability.

This is great because fresh air would be able to enter the shoe with ease whiles letting moisture leave the shoe.

Toe Box, Ankle Support and Heel Area

The toe box comes with a roomy toe box which is going to provide you with comfort and support.

This is very useful because it prevents you from getting any toe jam.

However, the toe box is not going to be the most durable material on the market. The material used is not strong therefore if you are a toe dragger then I wouldn’t recommend this shoe.

If you are a toe dragger and you are looking for some of the best durable tennis shoes then make sure to read this full review.

The Speedserve Energized is going to provide you with good ankle support. This helps you to move better on the court.

And lastly is the heel area. The heel of your shoe is going to lock your heels in the perfect position without putting too much strain on them. This makes sliding and moving on the court easier.

Insole and Midsole

The insole of the shoe is like most tennis shoes. It comes with a removable layer which you can replace anytime with your prefered choice. In addition, when you wash the shoe, you can take the insole out for it to dry quickly.

The midsole is made with TPU midfoot which is great at stabilizing your confidence when moving aggressively on the court.

Also, the use of the energized rubber does very well to provide you with comfort and rebound. This is very useful when sliding on the court.

Weight

The Fila Speedserve comes with a weight of 14.1 ounces with a size of 10.5. This makes it lightweight and puts it in the same category as the Fila Axilus 2 Energized.

Lacing System and Tongue

Both the lacing system and tongue are done in a very simplistic format to give you the best stability and support.

Firstly, the tongue is well-padded to provide you with nice comfort and cushioning when playing with it.

Secondly, the lacing system comes with extra lacing holes to provide you with comfort, cushioning and stability.

Also, the lacing holes are made of leather instead of round metal holes. This makes it easy to lace the shoe without any delays.

Fit

The fit of the shoe is suitable for players who have wide feet. Although, the length of the shoe is slightly short.

Therefore, it’s important to make sure you try the shoe on to know which size suits you perfectly.

On the other hand, the shoe does not require any break-in period. This is great because your feet can get used to the shoe quickly without experiencing any discomfort.

Outsole

Next up is the outsole material. It comes with a herringbone pattern which is going to provide you with excellent traction on any court surface.

This is great because it’s going to give you great stability and support when moving and sliding on the court.

Moreover, the outsole material comes with rubber. I wouldn’t say is the best durable outsole on the market and I wouldn’t recommend this shoe if you are very hard on your outsole.

Colour Options

Another feature to love about the Fila Speedserve is how it comes with different colour options to choose from. On average both men and women come with 4 to 5 different colours. This is fantastic because it allows you to select which one suits your needs.

Price

The last point to discuss regarding this shoe is the price. Unlike the Asics Solution Swift FF which is affordable for most players, that is not the case with the Speedserve. It comes to around $130 which is a little bit expensive for most players.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it’s clear that Fila has met their objective with this shoe by delivering a stable, flexible and speedy feel.

However, the shoe’s durability needs improvement and it’s not suitable for players who have narrow feet. All in all it’s a great edition from Fila.