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 shoe An 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 tip Result: 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 comfort Cushioning 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 , the  Kuikma PS Pro V2  stands out as a model  reliable, stable and durable , designed to withstand the constraints of modern padel.
 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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