Comments: I have worn the ProStaff Classic for over 30 years and would buy 3-4 pair at a time because they did seem to wear out faster than they used to. They were still the most comfortable shoe ever. I had an unopened box for 3 months and to my surprise contained 2 pair of the Classic ll shoes (read knockoff and a poor one). They seem smaller, crowd my toes and are cheap, cheap, cheap. I will be looking for a replacement shoe very soon. Wilson apparently isn't concerned with customer satisfaction as much as the profit margin.
From: Tom, 7/12

Comments: I always buy a pair of these shoes in November or December, as a Christmas gift for my brother. This was the first year that I was unable to purchase them, as they were sold out in his size, as well as most other sizes, which really surprised me, since I've never had a problem finding these in stock before. I assumed that I just waited too late in the holiday season to buy them, so I came back in January, when I hoped that the stock would be replenished, so I could buy him a pair for his February birthday, only to discover that the stock was not yet replenished and even further diminished. I checked out some of the reviews, to find that these shoes are being discontinued, and that a new, revised version will be introduced sometime in 2012. I am in shock that they made this decision, as they have always been rated top sellers, although they have suffered in recent years from a quality-control standpoint. They just seem cheaper made, lately. Someone mentioned that they are coming out with a whole new, revised version of this shoe in 2012, but it didn't give any estimated roll-out date. Does anyone know when the new version is due to be released? I will be interested in checking them out.
From: Kathy, 1/12

Comments: I agree with the two posters who say the shoes have changed. I cut a newer pair in half and compared it to an older pair I had. The construction of the newer pair was far inferior to the old pair. The foam, the heel counter, wrinkles in the tongue were inferior to the old, although externally superficially they looked identical! I would prefer to pay more and get the same quality rather than a cheapened knock-off. I hope the 2012 version returns to the style and quality of the original. In the mean time I'm back to trying other brands after years of loyalty to the Pro-Staff Classics.
From: Michael. 5/11

Comments: These are great shoes right out of the box. Wilson Men's ProStaff Leather been an amazing shoe for me for many years. I've been playing for 26 years and have this model for 24 years. The soles use to be the least of my worries, but something has changed in the past year or so. I use to play every day, but now I play 3 times a week. The shoes would last 6 months to a year with only a little wear in the sole at the big-toe and heal, but in as little as 3 months I have worn through the sole to foam and fabric. In my opinion Wilson has changed this "Classic." I don't doubt they've had to compromise quality to keep the same price point for so many years. Talked to Wilson today, they are discontinuing this shoe, and will be releasing a newer version of their ProStaff Classic in 2012 (oxymoron). I'm hoping they get it right in 2012. Stock-up.
From: Dan, Columbus, OH, USA, 07/10

Comments: I have been wearing Pro Staffs (both leather and mesh) since they first came out (back in the 70's?). I have tried several other brands but none have the wear factor and comfort of these shoes. My opinion is that they used to wear much longer in the old days because I could wear a pair for 6 months to a year. Now I go through a pair in a month. They used to have the "Good Year Rubber" logo on the box but I don't see it anymore. That may be the difference. Whatever the case these are exceptional shoes for active tennis players that wear shoes out quickly. I tried a pair of Pro Staff 1000 shoes last year and ended up with a painful case of plantar fasciitis due to the higher arch support. Back to the good old-time Pro Staffs and problem solved.
From: Alan, Mecosta, MI, USA, 06/10

Comments: I happen to love these shoes!!! I used 7 pairs last season but they feel more comfortable than any other tennis shoe I've ever worn. They are stylish and very comfortable and don't suffocate your feet. I feel that they apply strong enough traction so that I don't fall down while trying to reach for a sharp shot.
From: Niko Valenzuela, Artesia, New Mexico, USA 01/10

Comments: They are awful. I play on my high school tennis team so I play quite a lot. I tore huge holes in the bottoms and on the sides in about 2 weeks. I could not be more disappointed with these shoes.
From: Eric, Orlando, FL, USA. 3/09

Comments: I really like the style and the feel of the shoe when I am outside playing tennis, but after two weeks of practice and matches the shoes were really worn down. The shoe is worth the money but buy two pairs.
From: Aaron, Madison, Wi. USA. 5/08

Comments: I just got this shoe today. Overall it's a very nice shoe, but if you have a wide feet, don't get this shoe! Other than that, this shoe is worth the price.
From: Andy. 11/07

Comments: I bought a pair a while back for casual wear, never thinking that these would be any good for serious tennis. A week or two ago I sent in my Nike Resolve Pluses back for a warranty replacement. Seeing that my closet was bereft of tennis shoes except for my ProStaffs, I decided to use those temporarily while I waited for my Nikes. I didn't expect them to last the three weeks it took for Nike to send me my shoes. Boy was I wrong. The weakest part of the shoe is the toe, there is basically no protection there, but after three weeks, I have yet to make a mark on the leather in the toe area. The sole is very durable, with the heel and toe exposing a different colored rubber underneath. Traction on hardcourts was great, as was the lateral stability. The cushioning in these shoes is very underrated, and a kudos to Wilson for designing perhaps the best insole to ever come in a shoe from the factory. Thick and comfortable, the little gel insert in the heel adds an exceptional element of cushioning to serious tennis play. The verdict? Three weeks later, my replacement Resolves came in the mail. I've yet to open the package. 'nuff said.
From: Gene, Saint Louis, MO, USA, 02/07

Comments: No Doubt, this is the best all around Tennis Shoe ever made. Every once in a while I will try another shoe, but nothing compares to the Wilson ProStaff. I can't find any other shoe that can beat then. So, I'll just keep buying and wearing them.
From: GN, Houston, Texas, USA 08/06

Comments:I've been wearing this type of Prostaff shoe for better than eighteen years now. It's been the best shoe Wilson ever put out on the market. I've tried many types of shoes in the past years, and none of them can come close to the feel, comfort, and support that the Prostaff shoe gives, and you can wear them right out of the box. Thank you Wilson for keeping this shoe going for so many years. I'm a 4.0 to 4.5 NTRP Level player. I play 2 to 3 times a week now. I use to play every day till I got married. Will..... you guys know what I'm talking about. In my book, it can't be beat. Thanks again!
From: Capt LJK Louisville, KY, USA, 07/06

Comments:This shoe is excellent. The first time I played in them it felt like lead weights on my ankles, however I got used to them quick. After about a week I saw visible "damage" to the original image of the shoe but the multiple layers of rubber kept the shoe from being thrown away(like every other shoe on the market). I kept with this shoe and I am glad I did. I got through about a pair a month due to my extensive play(6 days a week for about 2 hours a day). I recommend this shoe to ANYBODY!
From: Anon
Raleigh, NC, USA 11/05

Comments: Wilson Pro-staff Classic Men's tennis shoes S1000. This shoe has been my life-line enabling me to continue playing tennis despite a seriously damaged foot. I first bought them in the mid 1980's and kept several pairs to hand. The sole grips well even on wet hard courts and, above all, it is flexible though still shock-absorbing. This allows one better feel as to one's foot placement and permits more cushioning for the damaged foot. The low level heal does not chafe ankles, the simple lacing nevertheless holds firm and the leather moulds well to the foot. Having found it off the market for a while (in the U.K. at least), I have spent ages tracking a supplier down to get more from.
From:Elizabeth City, State, Country: West Sussex, U.K.

Comments:This shoe can be compared to wearing a brick on your foot. The shoe will feel like it is slowing you down which it does, but it will take a while to wear out. I wore the shoe for a little over two months and found the outsoles too slippery. I not going to lie to you though, it is one of the sweetest looking shoes for its price range.
From: Brint, Menasha, WI, USA. 4/05

Comments: These shoes are awesome for casual wear. But not for playing tennis.
From: Matt, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. 04/05

Comments: I play tennis on a daily basis, on both clay and hard courts and have worn these shoes for years and years. They're perfect for me and you sure can't beat the price. I've recommended them to other members of my club who have thanked me after their purchase.
From: Robert, Gainesville, FL, USA. 02/05

Comments: Before buying the Wilson Pro Staff Classic leather for the first time 12 years ago, I was in denial that this shoe could hold its own against the Nike's, the Adidas's, and the K-Swiss's that seemed to dominate the shoe market back then. Out of curiosity, I purchased a pair of the Pro Staff Classic and I was quite impressed with its comfort and durability. They were ready for play right out of the box. It may be one of the heavier models in the market, but I think durable outsoles are generally denser, hence heavier. But not heavy enough to significantly slow anyone down. These shoes are not for everyone, especially if you are toe dragger, unless you don't mind having a hole at the toe of the shoe. These shoes are from the era before toe caps were on tennis shoes. Over the years, I have purchased other shoes from different manufacturers to look more stylish. But I always find a way to buy a pair of Pro Staff Classics every 3-4 years. I'm on my fourth pair now. These shoes have been the mark of quality and consistency for about 2 decades, and can still stand up to any shoe on the market today. All this for a relatively low price. More expensive is not always better. I hope Wilson continues to make this shoe.
From: Brian, Sacramento, CA, USA. 6/04

Comments: I've been wearing the low-leather Wilson Pro Staff tennis shoe over a period of 10 years and I have yet to find a more durable, comfortable shoe. Playing 2 to 3 times a week mostly on hard courts that are indoors (clay during the warm weather), the only drawback I have run into is how quickly the sole begins to develop holes in the toe and heel of the shoe. This could be due to my personal wear pattern, but it is still the best tennis shoe on the market from my point of view.
From: Tom, Boston, MA, USA. 5/04

Comments: I have a pair, which I have owned a while now. Yes, they are stylish and comfortable and very durable. They have been great for tennis and also for golf. The price here was far better than anywhere.
From: Daniel, Visalia, CA, USA. 5/04

Comments: I have read some great reviews and decided to buy one. After trying it on for the first time, I knew right away that this shoe was not for me. It felt extremely awkward because the shoe is very narrow and long. I wear a normal 9.5 but this shoe was narrow and closer to a size 10. I had to look at the box and inside the shoe to make sure I had placed the correct order. There is no question that it is a durable shoe but it feels awkward. Lesson learned. Never buy a pair of shoes without trying them on first. In this case, it was impossible to try them on since I could not find them anywhere.
From: Sam, Virginia. 12/03

Comments: I am a chronic shoe killer. I have been wearing Adidas Barricades for about a year and am very satisfied with them, but I must say as far as durability, the Pro Staff classic (mesh) cannot be beat. I bought a pair from Tennis Warehouse last January and still wear them from time to time. The tread is completely worn off but there are no holes anywhere in the shoe (not even the toe). The shoes are pretty comfortable. You cannot beat this price for the quality of shoe you will be getting. I am ordering a pair right now!
From: Johnathan, USA. 12/03

Comments: I've been to about 20 specialty shops and this shoe was the most comfortable and the most stylish. BRING BACK THE CLASSICS!
From: Andre, Seattle, Washington, USA. 3/03

Comments:This shoe is a wonderful shoe for durability and strength over the years. It never goes out of style and will last forever. The strong leather well never tear and will always stay white. This is a good shoe for indoor and outdoor play. My family uses it and it has been around for awhile. My dad used when he was in high school! It is so original and is worth buying. People who read this I say "BUY IT!" Thank you.
From: First Name: Ross Wagner, Milwaukee, WI. 2/03

Comments: Comfort, durability, to heck with style. These do it, particularly since my left Achilles is a tender bugger. Fifth pair now mid-way through its yeoman's work. Plenty of traction left after my approximate nine hours per week on a hard surface court. All this and cheap to boot.
From: Richard, Irvine, CA. USA 1/03

Comments: I've been wearing this type of Prostaff shoe for better than fourteen years. It's been the best shoe Wilson ever put out on the market. I've tried many types of shoes in the past years, and none of them can come close to the feel, comfort, and support that the Prostaff shoe gives. Thank you Wilson for keeping this shoe going for so many years. In my book, it can't be beat. Thanks again!
From: Larry, Louisville KY. USA 9/02

Comments: With the recent "Old School" fashion craze, I am surprised that the Wilson Men's ProStaff Low Leather has not caught on like other classics such as the Rod Laver and the Stan Smith. Fashion notwithstanding, these shoes, like Wilson's Classic ProStaff racquets, have withstood the test of time and to this day still function superbly as tennis shoes. They're very comfortable, and they don't feel too spongy like some of today's over-cushioned shoes.
From: Gene, Durham, NC. USA 7/02

Comments: Wilson Men's ProStaff Low Leather is an amazing shoe for gripping and feeling the court. It has great cushion for such a low shoe. But be warned if you are a toe dragger. As much as I like these shoes, I eventually got to the point where I was going through each pair quickly.
From: Patrick, Dallas, TX. USA 6/02

Comments: I loved the instant comfort of the Wilson Men's ProStaff Low Leather. There was no break-in period. However, there is a lack of toe drag resistance and poor heel support. I play at a 4.0 NTRP level about 4-5 times/week with a very aggressive style, so I'm hard on my shoes.
From: Craig, Robbinsville, NJ. USA 5/02

Comments: I really like the old school style of the Wilson Men's ProStaff Low Leather shoe. The grip has lasted a long time and, once broken in, the inside of the shoe has been very comfortable. I've had the shoes for about two months and plan on wearing them for a while. My only complaint is about the toe. I drag my toes a lot when I play, and there is almost a hole worn in it. I will probably continue to buy the Prostaff Low Leather.
From: Matt, North Newton, KS. USA 4/02

Comments: I keep coming back to this shoe. It is a classic! I have tried out many other brands in an attempt to be "modern". But as far as comfort and durability, the ProStaff beats the competition, and is more reasonably priced than ever.
From: Chip, Houston, TX. USA 5/01

Comments: I've been wearing these for something like 10 years. They are extremely comfortable. My only complaint is that the area behind the heel has a tendency to wear out kind of fast, exposing a plastic strip.... Still a great shoe, though.
From: David San Francisco, CA, USA 2/01

Comments:I am a recreational player and I have been using the Men's Wilson ProStaff Low Leather Shoes for about two years now and have only bought three pair. I love the comfort and lightness of the shoe. It has enough support for me and lasts 7 to 8 months. I normally play about 2 to 3 times a week. I want to try a different shoe but I just can't get myself to do it. Great shoe for the price and the quality. Only complaint is that they aren't the most stylish things in the world but they don't have to look good to be the best.
From: Jason, LA. USA 12/99