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4.5
I've been playing tennis since the early '70s and the GV Special might be the best shoe I've ever worn. They're light, snug, offer good arch and instep support and have abundant cushioning in the sole. Altogether, I can run faster and change direction quicker than other models I've worn recently, including quality models from Babbolat and New Balance. One of the key design features that make this shoe special is the minimal amount of leather for the tongue and around the instep, making the shoe lighter. To balance this reduction the instep is reinforced by a broad area around the eyelets, reducing the space toward the insole, creating a good snug fit. The top of the shoe is perforated, helping reduce heat around the foot. A classic design feature for a tennis shoe.As with other Puma models, I ordered the next size up. I wear a 12D in Red Wing boots, but need a 13 in Puma's.Puma is advertising this shoe as a "fashion sneaker" but make no mistake, it's a tennis shoe. Guillermo Vilas ("GV") was an iconic tennis player from Argentina back in the '70s, winning the French Open and U.S. Open in 1977. Maybe Puma thinks it can sell more units by calling it a fashion sneaker.I hope that Puma continues this model, even if they need to get a modern player to name it after. I'm going to purchase a couple of pairs for the future. It would be a shame if it's discontinued.
