This fourth generation in the Lav/CT Rally franchise is even more breathable, just as comfortable, and still delivers the support and stability that we have come to love.
Having a reputation as one of the most comfortable, supportive, and stable shoes on the market, the New Balance CT Rally 2 (2E) is now updated in its fourth iteration, and is here to carry on the legacy! Formerly known as the Lav, Lav v2, and CT Rally (1st gen), this update delivers the plush and cushioned ride that the line is known for, featuring Fresh Foam X located in the midsole. With an all new upper design, the Ndure technology has been updated to provide more ventilation, while still providing durability in drag zones, and FontomFit gives a seamlessly comfortable and flexible feel on top of the foot. The NDurance rubber has been re-formulated to provide an even grippier feel on court, and is molded into a herringbone pattern that performs best on hard courts, but will work well on a variety court surfaces. Backed by a six-month NDurance outsole guarantee.
- Upper: NDure upper with a new design that keeps the flexibility, and support, but adds more breathability and comfort. External frame in the heel and FantomFit for increased lock-down and ankle support.
- Midsole: Fresh Foam X for a plush a comfortable ride, and increased energy return compared to Fresh Foam.
- Outsole: NDurance rubber outsole in a modified herringbone tread pattern provides great traction and durability on any court surface, but is ideal on hard courts. Backed by a six-month NDurance outsole guarantee.
- Color: White / Gum
Fit Details
| Length: | True |
|---|---|
| Width: | 2E - Wide |
| Arch: | Medium |
| Break-in: | Yes |
| Weight: | 15.8 ounces (size 10.5) |
| Durability Guarantee: | Yes |
| Court Type: | Hard (All Court) |
Stock #: MCHRALC2E
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Customer Reviews
Comfy, but the soles do not last very longThis is the 2nd pair of NB shoes I've tried where the soles are just chewed threw quickly. I like NB for other activities, but for tennis, I think they are a hard pass. Won't be buying NB again.
Good tennis shoesshoes are nice looking and very comfortable. I would recommend this shoes and will probably buy them again.
Awesome feel, sole not durableFeels great, true fit. Excellent support. Sole worn bald in 6 weeks. Their 6 month warranty is going to be enacted by many people
Heavy ShoeShoe is comfortable but honestly probably the heaviest shoe I have ever worn.
Not the best update from v1Positives: Break in was quick and material was flexible and breathable. Fresh foam provided great comfort and stability.
Negatives: The new outsole wasn't as durable as the V1 and is balding under the big toe in under 2 weeks of use. Another issue is heel slippage and the lack of the extra eyelet for a runner's knot.
Good tennis shoesGreat shoes for tennis practice.
Recommend A++
Exemplary Pickleball ShoeThis shoe is bar none the best pickleball shoe I have had the pleasure of wearing / owning!! Phenomenally comfortable and supportive ... Thank you for making an excellent pickleball shoe!!
Exemplary Pickleball ShoeThis shoe is bar none the best pickleball shoe I have had the pleasure of wearing / owning!! Phenomenally comfortable and supportive ... Thank you for making an excellent pickleball shoe!!
New Rally CT V2I found the new Rally's very comfortable from the start. Great support around the feet and no slippage inside. The only negative is the soles wear down very quickly. I have had them less than 1 month and my left shoe front half tread is completely smooth bald and my right is about 25% intact.
Comfy, supportive and stableThe shoes are almost too supportive when I first put them on. I could a "bulge" on the outside of my midfoot. Once I started playing and pushing off hard, the support feels just right.
Re: Good cushion without vague soft feelingReviewing again as there have been developments. Despite my initial compliments on the fit and feel, I developed some moderate arch pain - a first for me. The pain coincided with a ramp up in court time so I was resistant to point at the shoe, but after switching back to an old pair of Lav V2s, and without ramping down court time, the pain has subsided. The CT Rally seemed to be the culprit.
After trying side by side with a critical eye (or foot), it seems the CT Rally lacks the same arch support as the Lav V2. I'm left disappointed and on the hunt for a new shoe.
Very comfortable, great supportI got this shoe because the reviews said it had good cushioning and support and it has definitely delivered. Great for my feet throughout long matches and I feel better afterward than I did with my previous shoes.
Good but not durableA little stiff, 2 hours or so out of the box, before break in and mold. Shoelaces need to be tightened very well without a runners knot otherwise there is some heel slippage. After 3 matches, shoes are excellent for quick movement even though not very light, they grab very well to the court and allow for very balanced sliding. 6-7 hours in, and there’s already considerable wear on the bottom sole, if you’re an aggressive mover and play frequently these won’t last more than 2-3 months.
A great updateLove this shoe. Great cushioning and arch support. Heel was slipping a little but a thicker Orlo sock solved that problem. Plus after a few wears I seemed to sink down into them. Also have Gel Res shoes I like but find myself reaching for these most of the time. Provides a plush sure footed feeling.
Even betterJust like previous version only a little better
Good cushion without vague soft feelingI wore several Lav V2 shoes before this. The CT Rally seems to provide similar level of cushioning without the same overly soft feeling. I particularly like the heel rocker compared to the Lav; it seems like, under heavy impact, I could flex the foam of the Lav until the external heel counter hit the court. No such problem with the CT Rally.
No heal lockThese shoes do not lock your foot in at all. They are wide, however, the lace system on these shoes tightens on the wide part of the foot and does not lock your heel in at all.
Somehow they improved an already great shoeSomehow this version fits better, is more comfortable, and still feels really sporty. The upper hugs my foot better and I love the increased ventilation. The laces are better quality. The sole feels a little stiffer out of the box, but it played comfortably. Great update.
From a tennis and pickleball teaching pro.I was a big fan of the last iteration of the New balance CT rally shoe. I just received the new generation of shoe. It’s a little more around it and shorter in the toe and a slightly snugger fit in the fore foot. I really like the overall design of the shoe and its comfort. For me this issue checks all the boxes as I am in them at least eight hours a day.
New Balance shoesI bought this New Balance shoes at Tennis Warehouse. The shoes is of high quality and looks very nice. The service at Tennis Warehouse is great. I surely will do business with them again.
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Great shoes for tennis or pickleball!Great performance, stability, and comfort. I bought 3 pair as I like them that much!
Nice fitI have a semi wide foot and New Balance always seems to end up in my closet. The comfort is usually right out of the box. Slightly, stiff but break in easily. I play pickleball 4-5x/wk and I wore the soles first pair of NB court shoes out in about 6-8 months. I feel they have an attractive design. Slightly more $$ compared to other brands, but comfort comes first
PT2erBeen playing these since they were issued (seems like 1.5 years ago) & just a great stability shoe with plenty of underfoot cushioning for a smooth ride. When I don't have to think about my shoes I know they're high quality & that's the feeling in these shoes. I have the 2E's & they fit my foot (high arch w/slightly wide forefoot area) perfect. I drop an Aetrix insole in to replace stock insole for better arch support. Durability is pretty good too imo. Prolly the best shoe I've played & I've been around a while. My only gripe with NB is they make a great color like the OG Black version then replace the colorway with mostly boring white colorway versions. Stick with the OG version colorway NB as it was the best.
Great shoeI have a 12.5 E foot, and these fit great. Very comfortable, good support. If you find they feel too tight, try a different insole. When I first tried them on they felt tight, but after putting in my usual athletic shoe orthotic, they felt perfect.
New balance CT Rally 2EI like NB. I had some, but this one kinda wide.
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Cushioned, but heavyI purchased the CT Rally because NB offers shoes in various widths and I was looking for a shoe that came in a 2E width and was well cushioned. I have used this pair for four months and while the shoe is superbly cushioned and absorbs hard court shock very well, that advantage is offset by the fact that those shoes feel like boat anchors. They are just too heavy, at least for me. I find it very difficult to move quickly from side to side or forwards and backwards. To ascertain whether my movement limitation was due to the shoes or me, I purchased two different brands to play in. My movement in those shoes was more explosive and court coverage superb. Even my hitting partners and opponents commented on my superior movement and court coverage with the other two shoes. My regular hitting partner confessed that he had been wanting to tell me for a while that my movement in the NB was labored and slow. I have decided not to use the NB while playing tennis. I will use them when I go walking or shopping until they wear out. After that I will not use NB again. They are just too heavy for me.
Too longA half size too big which is very annoying, as it’s not worth the money for me to send them back to exchange. I’ll have to take the L.
