Karakal Performance Insole 2025

Karakal describes shock-absorbing silicone gel that cushions impact and gives energy rebound, and a stability control device that helps centre the foot in the shoe. One listing puts gel impact zones at the heel and arch with air chambers, while another places the pads at the heel and forefoot. We cannot say which is right.

Padel is a stop-start sport on sand-dressed turf, so some players add an insole for cushioning. The shoe matters more, and our padel shoes page lists shoes with cushioning built in.

An insole replaces the factory one, so your shoe needs the room. Shoes with a removable insole, such as the Babolat Movea 2 or the K-Swiss Express Light 3, are the obvious fits, though neither page says so for this insole. Sizes are cut to fit, so check the size guide on the listing.

Players with a medical foot problem, who should see a specialist, and anyone whose shoes already have a thick cushioned insole. The padel accessories range has the rest of the small kit, such as Karakal's cotton sweatband, and the padel racket range covers the racket side.