Born on the court, perfected by the players, the Kuikma PS Pro V2 tells a story of listening and passion. After the immediate success of the first version, Decathlon chose to return to basics: listen to practitioners, understand their needs, and co-create a more solid, more responsive and more comfortable padel shoeAn evolution designed with the players, for the players.

An immediate success, a recognized innovation

In 2023, Kuikma launched the PS Pro, a high-end model that immediately won over padel players. Its secret? A running-inspired sole, offering a dynamism and exceptional comfort, tested and approved on the courts by the brand's professional athletes.
This success was recognized in 2024 by the TESTEA price, designating the PS Pro as the shoe offering the best cushioning on the market.

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Listening, the driving force behind innovation

But behind this success lies above all a method: listening to the players. Kuikma has taken very seriously feedback from users reporting a premature wear of the rod on certain foot shapes. Rather than seeing this as a problem, the brand saw it as an opportunity: improve further its product without betraying the DNA of comfort and performance that had seduced from the start.

The challenge: strengthen without weighing down

Engineers from the R&D center of Madrid then faced a major challenge: reinforce the shoe without compromising flexibility et lightness. After several iterations, they developed a prototype that balanced durability, comfort, and support — a model designed by and for players.

True to its collaborative philosophy, Kuikma then called on the customers themselves. Those who had reported the fragility of the V1 were asked to test V2 in real conditions, thus becoming real design partners.
The feedback was unanimous: the corrected model offered a increased resistance without losing its iconic comfort. These formerly dissatisfied testers were even invited to testify freely on the official website — a strong choice of transparency and trust.

An architecture designed for modern padel

In addition, research since 2019 Kuikma, subsidiary of the group Decathlon, is establishing itself as one of the major players in innovation in padel. By relying on a co-development approach and the collaboration of champions such as Maxi Sánchez et Lucia Sainz, the brand has built a complete, efficient and accessible range.

It is in this continuity that the PS Pro V2, a shoe that does not revolutionize the V1, but the matures.

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At the heart of the model, the M-Foam Cushion foam guarantees exceptional cushioning while efficiently restoring energy during explosive starts. The Pebax TPE Shank plate reinforces lateral stability, limiting twisting on extreme supports.
La sole Padel Dual Grip 2, a mixture of herringbone and studs, offers a ideal balance between grip and glide, while the Forefoot Support secures quick pivots.

The stem has been redesigned: the flat knitting gives way to a 2D Mesh more airy for better breathability, and the KPU protection at the front is replaced by a seamless tipResult: a more fluid fit, without friction points, and significantly greater durability.

The verdict of the field

From the first exchanges, the PS Pro V2 impressed by their sounds balance between stability and comfortCushioning reduces joint fatigue, ventilation keeps feet dry, and support inspires total confidence.
Insoles Essensole ensure perfect hygiene, even after intense sessions.

There are still a few points of vigilance: round laces may require a double knot, and the weight 433 g (in size 45) will be felt by players looking for an ultra-light shoe. But these technical choices above all reflect a priority given to the robustness and security.

Designed for intensive players, Kuikma PS Pro V2 stands out as a model reliable, stable and durable, designed to withstand the constraints of modern padel.
Its price from € 100 positions it as a reference to the report technology / performance / price unbeatable.

From PS Pro V1 , PS Pro V2, Kuikma demonstrates that a brand can evolve thanks to its users.
By integrating their feedback from the design stage, testing transparently and promoting co-creation, she was able to transform a simple product improvement into collaborative innovation lesson.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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