ShoesIn review
Indoor court shoe pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
03 — Equip
Equip Yourself.
Gear choices shouldn't be guesswork. SmashingVolleyball will publish carefully selected recommendations for volleyball players — with the reasoning behind every pick.
Volleyball Equipment
Shoes
Court shoes judged on grip, cushioning, lateral support and durability.
ShoesIn review
Budget court shoe pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Knee Pads
Protection versus mobility — what to wear for defense-heavy positions.
Knee PadsIn review
Low-profile knee pad pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Knee PadsIn review
Maximum-protection pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Arm Sleeves
Passing comfort, forearm protection and fit that stays put.
Arm SleevesIn review
Passing sleeve pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Volleyballs & Equipment
Match balls, training balls, nets and gear worth owning.
VolleyballsIn review
Indoor match ball pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
EquipmentIn review
Training equipment pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Performance
Hydration
Bottles and electrolyte products for long sessions and tournament days.
HydrationIn review
Electrolyte pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Energy Products
Snacks and drinks that actually help between sets — without the sugar crash.
EnergyIn review
Between-sets energy pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
Supplements
Only the few with real evidence behind them, and how to use them sensibly.
SupplementsIn review
Recovery supplement pick
We're still testing options in this category. Once we've picked one, you'll find the reasoning, pros and cons, who it's best for, and where to buy it right here.
How we'll recommend
Every future recommendation will include why we recommend it, honest pros and cons, who it's best for, a price range and a link to buy. The aim is a genuine recommendation platform — not a product gallery.