Heel pain is one of the most common complaints among tennis, pickleball and running players. Every hard-court stop and every heel strike sends impact up through the heel — and for players dealing with plantar fascia strain, that repeated impact is often what makes it hurt.
How Heel Pad XC works
Heel Pad XC is a slim insert made of 100% Sorbothane®, a viscoelastic material that absorbs impact energy instead of bouncing it back. It sits under your shoe's original insole at the heel, so it spreads heel-strike impact before it reaches your joints — without changing how your shoe fits.
- Helps reduce heel-strike impact on hard courts and pavement
- Slim enough for most athletic shoes with a removable insole
- Tested over 1,000,000 steps with no compression set
Who it's for
Players who feel heel soreness after long sessions, runners who log kilometres on pavement, and anyone dealing with plantar fascia strain who wants extra cushioning in their court shoes.
An important note
Heel Pad XC is a cushioning insert, not a medical treatment. If you have ongoing heel pain or have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, follow the advice of your doctor or physiotherapist — Heel Pad XC can be one part of staying comfortable on court.
Before you buy, check that your shoe's insole lifts out — see our care & installation guide. Heel Pad XC comes with a no-questions-asked full refund within 30 days.
