01 · Arch
TPU three-point shell
A molded shell braces the arch at three load-bearing points. Under a hard lateral cut the arch wants to collapse inward, and the shell is what holds that shape.
Apex
For tournament days and back-to-back brackets.
Best for: competitive players and high weekly volume
$69
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14mm heel cup, deepest on court
TPU arch shell holds the midfoot
PORON pads absorb repeat impact
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Apex is built for the days you play longest and hardest: a 14mm heel cup, a TPU shell that braces the arch at three points, and PORON pads at the heel and forefoot that keep absorbing impact deep into day two of a tournament.
HeelBase Apex vs. the rest
| Spec | HeelBase Apex insole | Premium athletic insole | Stock court insole |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heel cup | 14mm deep pocket | Shallow contour | Flat, no cup |
| Arch support | TPU three-point shell | Plastic shank | None |
| Cushioning | PORON heel + forefoot pads | Standard EVA foam | Thin foam sheet |
| Holds its cushioning | Resists compression set | Packs down over time | Flattens fast |
| Top cover | Velvet, sweat-absorbent | Synthetic mesh | Thin fabric |
| Fit | 5 sizes, trim-to-fit | Trim to fit | One-size feel |
How it's built
Structure where a long day needs it.
02 · Heel
14mm heel cup
The deepest cup of either court insole. It seats and centers the heel on hard stops, pulling load off the plantar fascia at the exact moment the load peaks.
03 · Cushioning
Cushioning that will not pack flat
PORON Comfort cushions the heel; PORON Vive cushions the forefoot. Both resist compression set, rebounding session after session instead of packing flat.
04 · Cover
Velvet top cover
Soft, breathable, and sweat-absorbent. Late in a long match the foot stays planted instead of sliding around inside the shoe.
05 · Construction
Two sides, one matched shape
The foot-facing upper and structural underside follow the same full-length profile, keeping every material positioned where it has a specific job to do.
06 · Fit
Trim the toe, keep the support
Apex is trimmed only at the forefoot to match your shoe. The molded heel cup and arch remain untouched, keeping the support geometry exactly where it was designed.
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Performance Index
Where Apex puts its strengths.
- Heel support5 / 5LowHigh
- Arch support5 / 5LowHigh
- Structural stability5 / 5LowHigh
- Forefoot cushioning5 / 5LowHigh
- Freshness / odor control4 / 5LowHigh
- Holds its shape5 / 5LowHigh
From the field test
42 players used HeelBase Apex
“Very good quality, no doubt they have helped my feet.”
Tom F.Verified field tester
Tournament Play · 6 weeks
“I feel much more planted when I push off and change direction.”
Paul G.Verified field tester
Competitive Play · 4 weeks
“My feet feel supported perfectly throughout my matches.”
Sheena B.Verified field tester
Competitive Play · 6 weeks
“The cushioning is legitimate and takes the edge off hard courts.”
David P.Verified field tester
Tournament Play · 3 weeks
“The arch support is just great - firm and supportive.”
Lanre A.Verified field tester
Competitive Play · 4 weeks
“They still feel responsive late in a session, not packed down.”
Mario S.Verified field tester
Competitive Play · 3 weeks
Ratings and reviews
4.81
42 ratings
- 5 star: 38 of 42 reviews
- 4 star: 1 of 42 reviews
- 3 star: 2 of 42 reviews
- 2 star: 1 of 42 reviews
- 1 star: 0 of 42 reviews
Jay L.
Field testerNice for a full tournament weekend
9 matches and all played in these Apex insoles. They just a great quality product and you can see that from the second you look at them.
Nick Z.
Field testerThe push off the split step
There is something under my foot to drive into now. Hard to describe until you feel it, but it is the reason I am keeping these.
Malik J.
Field testerFour sessions a week, zero foot issues
I was averaging one niggle a week before the test. 1 month in and I've had a completely clear run.
Sandra E.
Field testerToo firm for me, but I see who they are for
These are clearly built for hard play and the stability is real. I found them harsh for the amount I actually play and would have been better off in the softer model.
Sandeep B.
Field testerTwo hour drilling blocks, no drop-off
Drilling is harder on the feet than matches are. These are the first pair that felt the same at the end of a block as at the start.
Imani W.
Field testerOutdoor courts are a lot less punishing
Concrete was starting to end my weeks early. Whatever these are taking out from under me, it is more than anything else has.
Graeme F.
Field testerFoot stays exactly where I put it
Under real intensity my foot used to slide and I would lose the edge of the shoe. That has stopped completely.
Lucia M.
Field testerNot a close call against the stock sockliner
I swapped back for one session out of curiosity and lasted about twenty minutes. It is not a small difference.
Garrett P.
Field testerExcellent on court, stiff for walking around
For playing they are the best I have used and I have no notes. I would not wear them for a day of errands, which is fair enough given what they are built for.
Nadia K.
Field testerCoaching all week long
I demo constantly and I am on court more than my students are. These have handled a workload that has broken every other insole I have tried.
Oliver A.
Field testerJust try them for a while
Anything feels good on day one for me so I was fairly sceptical. But the HeelBase Apex insoles are so comfortable even after a few weeks.
Bethany R.
Field testerGreat support, sizing was a hassle
The insole itself I have no complaint about, it is doing exactly what I hoped on the lateral movement. Getting to the right size took a bit of trimming but they're pretty good now.
Tariq S.
Field testerAnkle rolls have stopped
I had rolled the same ankle three times in a year. Nothing since I started the test, and I am moving harder than I was before.
Colin H.
Field testerNever got comfortable with them
I gave it the full 6 weeks and the arch pressure was a bit too much for me. Nothing ever seems to work with anything I use to help my feet and I would rather say that than pretend otherwise. Customer support with Heelbase is very good though.
Alexa K.
Field testerThird day of my new league games
No complaints at all after continual play for 3 days straight. Will probably just get another pair for my regular trainers too.
Ryan W.
Field testerThe stability is the selling point
Cushioning is easy to find. Something that actually holds the foot under load is not, and that is what these do.
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What the research says
The 2023 heel pain clinical practice guideline supports a combined approach: stretching, load management, and, where appropriate, foot orthoses as part of a wider treatment plan. HeelBase follows that same support-first principle.
Source: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2023 · Read the guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
HeelBase Apex questions
The answers buyers seek the most before choosing this insole.
That is what the shape is built for. At 14mm the heel cup is the deepest of our two court insoles, and it cups and centers the heel to take load off the areas that flare up with plantar fasciitis. Stance goes deeper still at 15mm, but that one is built for off the court.
Stronger lateral court movement
You play hard.Your feet take the load.
HeelBase insoles give your shoes the support pickleball actually demands.
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