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Shoe Weight: 11.6 ounces
Shoe Height: Mid
Court Type: Indoor
The Head Sonic is the best bang for the buck available in the whole Pickleball world For all you fans of the classic Sonic shoe welcome back!!
The Head Sonic 2000 Mid Indoor Court Footwear shines with comfortable power, every step of the game. The combination of breathable mesh element and durable synthetic leather materials ensures a great fit and out of the box comfort. The internal pre-molded heel counter guarantees a great heel fit and stability while a breathable mesh material on the tongue keeps you always fresh. The non-marking HEAD HyBrasion gum rubber compound offers the best traction and great durability on every court while the cushioning EVA midsole ensures best shock absorption during hard landings.
Upper:
- Synthetic leather materials
- Mid-cut
- Breathable tongue and quarter mesh inserts
- HEAD Heel Energy Frame support
Outsole:
- Comfortable EVA midsole
- Non-marking Gum rubber
- Allcourt profile
MPN:
Shipping Weight: 5.00 pounds
Head Men's Sonic 2000 Shoes
Roman Diaz
06/09/2023
Verified Buyer
Though they are indoor shoes, I used them exclusively outdoors on street courts. They lasted 1.75 years.
They were comfortable, supportive and I had no complaints about them. I've purchased them again.
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Sonic 2000 shoes
joseph swanberg
08/06/2020
Verified Buyer
Shoes run true to size, are very comfortable and provide excellent grip on the court. Would definitely buy these again!
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Bob Wolfson
03/29/2020
Verified Buyer
Ordering & processing order went very smoothly. Price was decent compared to other online shops
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Head Sonic 2000 shoes
Mike
03/17/2020
Verified Buyer
Good fit and great on the court. These shoes are keepers!
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I Like Them
Tom
03/10/2020
Verified Buyer
Affordable, good grip, and helped me beat someone who normally beats me. What more do you want?
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Sonic 2000 Shoe
Steve Hester
02/22/2020
Verified Buyer
I'm extremely particular when it comes to shoes and I rarely purchase shoes online without first trying them on. I took a chance with these and am happy I did. These feel better the more I wear them. Very supportive and comfortable. I've only worn them four times, so I give them three stars. How will they hold up remains to be seen, however, they appear solid.
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Jim Zimmerman
02/14/2020
Great shoe! Perfect fit!
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Head 2000 shoes
Steve
01/12/2020
Verified Buyer
These are great shoes, solid, great grip, great support, feel light when covering the court, hold up very nicely. Bought a second pair as I like them so much so I can alternate during a tournament!
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Head sonic
George Goudie
12/26/2019
Verified Buyer
Very good fit and support. Excellent value!
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Head men’s Sonic 2000 Mid
Andy G.
11/17/2019
Good, very comfortable shoe with no break-in soreness I’ve experienced with other brands; my only complaint is that the shoelaces are way too long and I have to tie a triple knot to keep them from flopping around my foot.
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Head sonic mid shoes
James Boyce
10/29/2019
Verified Buyer
I like the head indoor court shoes , they are comfortable and feel great when I am playing a few of the players made comments on the style and color of the sonic mid pickleball shoes.
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Head Sonic 2000 White
George O
10/01/2019
A great pair of shoes. I needed better ankle support and got it and more in these shoes. Highly durable and long lasting, not sure when I'll be getting another pair as they wear and fit so well.
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Great Mid Shoe
willie
08/24/2019
Verified Buyer
Comfortable, light, good traction.
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John
06/12/2019
Verified Buyer
These are the most comfortable shoes for playing that I ever had. The higher sides are also great for support.
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Great Pickleball Shoe
Bob R
04/21/2019
This review is long overdue for the shoes and the service at PBG. I have bought 4 pairs of these from PBG in the past few years. They hold up great on all court surfaces and I wear out the insoles long before the soles become worn. The mid cut gives plenty of ankle support. I play Pickleball at least 3 times per week. Having played racquetball for over 25 years before taking up Pickleball I can also see how this would be a great racquetball shoe. Getting ready to order several more pairs.
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NICE CHOICE
tom
03/09/2019
Verified Buyer
i PURCHASED A HALF SIZE LARGER TO MAKE ROOM FOR MY INSERTS. LOVE THE SHOES, LOOK GREAT, OTHER PLAYERS SAID THEY LOOK GREAT
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Bill Kirk
02/27/2019
Verified Buyer
As promised! Nice shoe. No break in needed. 2nd pair of Head shoes. Mid is a nice feel.
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K Jack
02/10/2019
Verified Buyer
This is my 3rd pair of Headpickleball shoes. The fit is great and they grip the Court well. I like the support they give my ankle in quick stops and turns.
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Head Sonic 2000 Black Mid Shoes
Jonathan P. Craig
02/06/2019
Verified Buyer
Still too new to give an honest review. Fit is good and I like the way they feel. Have needed an upgrade for too long so hopefully this will be it. The mid is a good feature but not new to me.
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Head Sonic 2000
Mike
02/01/2019
Verified Buyer
Comfortable shoe, good support, light weight and sharp design.
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Great Shoe at a Great Price
Mike Zaman
12/25/2018
Verified Buyer
This is a great pair of shoes. It is a court grabber. This comfortable shoe makes it easier to cover the court. The price was the lowest on the web.
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This is my fourth pair. No sprained ankles since using this shoe.
Paul O. Radde
12/14/2018
Verified Buyer
So, quite obviously I love the shoe. I have not had an ankle sprain in years, none with this shoe, and I have weak ankles.
The only thing I would change is to shorten the laces, which need to be
double tied or cut in the middle. Also, the plastic end points need to withstand
plenty of use.
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Head court shoes
Bob Chase
12/04/2018
Verified Buyer
Absolutely great fit to go with great traction. Very comfortable!
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Older player
Mike
11/29/2018
Verified Buyer
I have been wanting to go back to a mid shoe and decided to look at PickleballGalaxy.com to see what was available. After reading the reviews, I decided to try this one. I couldn't be happier with the shoe; the gum sole gives me excellent traction and the mid height gives me the ankle support that I am needing. Great shoe, great price, and great service!
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pickleball player
Mr: Quick
11/22/2018
Verified Buyer
Very comfortable and well priced shoes. I have bought Head shoes for years and this pair is up to par. The gummy soles work excellent.
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Mike
11/13/2018
Verified Buyer
Bought two pair.....comfortable and resilient.
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Shoes
Rob kidston
11/02/2018
Verified Buyer
Great shoes, get a new pair almost yearly. Give great support for ankles and feet
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new shoes
larry
10/24/2018
Verified Buyer
great traction light and accurate fit
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5 Stars
Luis Gonzalez
10/12/2018
Verified Buyer
I'm a big fan of the HEAD brand so I ended up looking at the Grid 2.0 & the Sonic 2000. I ended up choosing the Sonic 2000 because of the Mid Cut as I wanted a little more ankle support. You really can't beat this shoe for the price as it's lightweight and has held up incredibly well. On amazon they are $89.95 so this is the best deal I found for them.
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Court Grabbers Kit Details
The Kit includes (2) Clear Base Strips, (2) Black/Black Traction Pads and 2 Ounce Bottle of Traction Gel
Base Strip - This is a clear piece of durable plastic that you attach to your shoe with the laces. You do this one time and the Base Strip stays in place permanently. The Traction Pad slides onto the Base Strip and locks in place.
Traction Pad - This is a plastic piece that encases a piece of cloth that allows you to clean your shoes anytime on the court. The Traction Pad slides onto the Base Strip and locks in place. To remove the Traction Pad for cleaning, you simply pinch the tabs on each side and slide the entire Traction Pad off the Base Strip
Traction Gel - This is the “Magic” that delivers the Best Traction on the Planet! Just a small amount of Traction Gel on the Traction Pad will remove all the dirt and dust off your shoe and provide you with incredible traction.
The base strips should last for 1 year of heavy use, the traction pads should last for 1 season with proper cleaning after every 2-3 uses. The 2 ounce bottle of traction gel should last for 1-2 months of regular use
Court Grabbers will work on all shoes with exposed laces. You can adjust how Court Grabbers sit on your shoe by moving them up the laces. Court Grabbers will not work on shoes with mid-instep straps. Straps that are near the top of the shoe should work fine. Court Grabbers work best on shoes with normal, flat soles, found on most court shoes.
About Court Grabbers
Lace the base into your shoe, click in the traction pad and add gel.. it is as simple as that.
Your Court Grabbers allow you to restore High Performance Traction to your shoes where you need it most- on the court, during play, without using your hands! Once you make Court Grabbers part of your everyday equipment, your days of slipping on the court are over.Grip, Squeak & Win with Court Grabbers!
Dust falls on every indoor pickleball court (gym floor) in the World. It never stops accumulating. That's why athletes have been slipping & sliding on racquetball courts for many decades. Court Grabbers were designed with one "mission" in mind: Allow players to control their traction where and when they need it most - ON THE COURT, DURING PLAY.
Testing has shown that Court Grabbers are effective, as instructed, on courts made of wood, rubber tile, and composite material, and some tile floors. Use on any other surface, such as tennis surfaces, both indoor and outdoors, should be tested before use in practices or games. Court Grabbers are not to be used on sealed, concrete courts/floors.
Court Grabbers are designed to work with just a light, smooth pass of one shoe over the opposing Traction Pad. It is not necessary to push down hard on the Traction Pad. With practice you'll find that this can be accomplished very quickly. Some players like to just "touch" the pad to the sole of the shoe. You can choose to clean the entire shoe or just the "ball" of your shoe. The real beauty of Court Grabbers is that each user can find their own method of use that best fits their game!
Installing Court Grabbers
About the Gel
Court Grabbers Traction Gel delivers the World's Best On Court Traction!
The length of the Traction Pad cloth should be slightly moist, never "wet". Never apply more than 3 light lines of gel. *Do not squeeze the bottle. Apply just enough pressure to allow the Traction Gel to “fall” out of the bottle onto the Traction Pad
The package comes with one 2oz bottle of gel in a squeeze bottle with a flip top, additional 4 oz bottles can be purchased.
The 4 ounce bottle will last about 6 months when used 2-3 times per week and about 3 months when used 4-6 times per week, the 2 ounce bottle that comes with the kit should last between 1-2 months with regular use.
Court Grabbers® Traction Gel is made up of 86% natural ingredients, stuff we eat and drink daily. 13% is alcohol, 1/5th the concentration found in common hand sanitizer. The remaining 1% is comprised of a bittering agent, a gelifier, and common food coloring. Court Grabbers® Traction Gel has no harmful effect on the user, clothing, pets, or shoes and has been certified safe for courts by a 3rd party lab Traction Gel will wash from clothes in a normal wash cycle. Water does not work on the court and is not a safe substitute for the Traction Gel.The ingredients in the gel have no adverse effect on the court, and do not "build up" on the shoe or the court. Any spilled Traction Gel cleans up easily with water and a towel.
Additional Questions
How long will Court Grabbers remain effective on the court?
How long does the gel last? Each user is different. If you use your Court Grabbers® every day, you can expect each ounce of Traction Gel to last 2-3 weeks. (4-6 weeks with the 2oz bottle with the kit) Since you do not need much gel for the system to work, you may find you use even less. A 2-ounce bottle plus a 4-oz bottle should last you at least an entire season of practices and games.
How much Traction Gel should I use? The key is “less is best”. More Traction Gel does not mean more traction. Allow no more than 3 light lines, top to bottom, to drip onto the Traction Pad. This should provide traction for at least 30 minutes of heavy use. You’ll need to experiment to find the best result for your use. The Traction Pad should never be “wet”, just slightly moist.
How do I clean the Traction Pad?
Simply pinch the two tabs in the opening on each side of the Traction Pad and slide the entire Traction Pad off of the Base Strip. It is not uncommon for the tabs to seem “stiff” the first few times you remove the Traction Pad, they will loosen with each removal. Once removed, you can toss them in the washer and dryer with your practice/game gear. We recommend using a small laundry bag, which you can buy on this site, to make locating them among your clothes easier. We recommend cleaning Traction Pads whenever you clean your practice/game gear. Consistent care will keep your Court Grabbers® clean and extend their life indefinitely. If you can see dirt and dust on the Traction Pad, it’s time to clean them!
How do I use them on multiple pairs of shoes?
You don’t need to buy a new kit for each pair of shoes. You can buy a set of Base Strips for each pair and easily use the same set of Traction Pads for each pair.
How long do the Traction Pads last?
Depending upon how much use and abuse they receive, your Traction Pads should last from 4 months +. They are made from durable plastics and one of the most durable cloths on the planet. The most important thing you can do to make them last and perform properly is to wash them at least every 2-3 uses and certainly before any game or important match. Just wash them with your practice/game gear and dry them in the dryer as well. Fortunately, they are inexpensive to replace, so you can have extra sets on hand so you never slip up on the court. When you see the cloth of the Traction Pad has a hole in it, or the tabs become loose, either of which may happen after many months of continued use, it’s time for a new set of Traction Pads. Base Strips should last a very long time. Replace if the rails that hold the Traction Pad or the securing bands on the underside break or crack. (This is rare) Do not use cracked or broken parts. Keep the grooves of the rails clean and free from any dirt.
Do they work on all shoes?
Court Grabbers will work on all shoes with exposed laces. You can adjust how Court Grabbers sit on your shoe by moving them up the laces. Court Grabbers will not work on shoes with mid-instep straps. Straps that are near the top of the shoe should work fine.
Court Grabbers work best on shoes with normal, flat soles, found on most court shoes.
Won't my shoes get dirty?
This is a common misperception people have when they first see our equipment. Your shoes should not get dirty. The Traction Pads sit slightly above your laces. You wipe the sole of your shoe across the top of the Traction Pad, NOT your shoe. It’s pretty easy to get the hang of wiping across the Traction Pad.
What are the dimensions and how much do they weigh?
- Court Grabbers are 2.25 inches in length.
- At the widest point, they are 1.25 inches and taper to .25 inch at the narrow end.
- The complete unit is very thin. They sit a mere 1/8th of an inch above your laces.
- Court Grabbers are feather light. 2 Base Strips/Traction Pad units weigh a total of ½ an ounce.
