# Motion Pro 1.5 BOA®: the new HEAD shoe for padel footwork

> With its Motion Pro 1.5 BOA® , HEAD is tackling a detail that weighs heavily on a padel court: footwork quality when the game gets going. Micro-adjustable tightening, lateral stability, grip designed for changes in direction... we take a closer look at what this shoe promises - and for which profiles it can really make a difference.

Source: Actu Padel
Canonical: https://actu-padel.com/en/motion-pro-1-5-boa-the-new-head-shoe-for-padel-footwork/
Language: en-US
Published: 2026-02-19T22:28:50+01:00
Modified: 2026-02-24T09:34:43+01:00
Author: Jérôme
Categories: Padel Equipment
Tags: head
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## Dual BOA® settings for changes of pace

According to HEAD (press release dated January 13, 2026), the BOA® Motion Pro 1.5 philosophy remains unchanged: to remain a padel shoe geared towards the modern game, where everything is decided by quick footwork and instant relaunch. The big change is in the tightening system, developed in conjunction with BOA: the **BOA® Dual Dial Li2** is based on two knobs for separate adjustments in support and overall feel. The idea is to achieve a better heel lock, without “crushing” the forefoot, so as to maintain freedom on short strides and pivots.

This adjustment is accompanied by the **PerformFit™ Wrap**, presented as a progressive midfoot wrap. On the court, this is typically what can make the difference when exchanges lengthen: fewer internal micro-slips, more connection between the shoe and the ground, and a feeling of precision on footwork returns (salida de pared, bandeja returns, grid defense).

## Stability and protection: HEAD strengthens version 1.5

On the track, lateral stresses are permanent: short acceleration, braking, then change direction. HEAD features **Lateral Control+** reinforcement to secure footwork and limit torsion. The brand also adds more “pragmatic” elements for durability: **Drift Defense** protects areas exposed to friction (toes and inner forefoot), while **Hybrasion+** aims to maintain grip without sacrificing resistance, particularly for players who “rasp” a lot when starting off or in controlled slides.

## Comfort, ventilation and grip: the promise of 360° movement

In terms of feel, the Motion Pro 1.5 BOA® features a softer, more breathable upper thanks to a double-mesh Upper Mesh, and a reworked sock construction for a more natural feel. Underfoot, the **DynaFoam** midsole is designed to cushion impacts while remaining dynamic, a key point when stringing together low returns and explosive relaunches.

Last but not least, HEAD’s padel outsole has been developed in collaboration with Mondo, with a 360° grip and a ventilation system underneath. The brand refers to its **Motion Tread** as a sole design adapted to synthetic turf tracks, where traction and braking control are equally important.

## **To remember:**

- Dual Li2 wheels for fine adjustments in heel support and overall comfort.
- Lateral reinforcements and abrasion protection to withstand repeated footwork.
- More breathable mesh upper, DynaFoam for drop shot cushioning, padel-oriented Motion Tread outsole.

## Where to buy it

The Motion Pro 1.5 BOA® is detailed on the [official HEAD data sheet](https://www.head.com/fr_CH/product/motion-pro-1-5-boa-padel-whbb-273626) and in certain distributors such as [Decathlon](https://www.decathlon.be/fr/p/mp/chaussures-de-padel-head-motion-pro-1-5-boa/0c1c8532-c46e-48df-8bd7-d79ece3c466c/c4c1); if you’re hesitating between two sizes, it’s best to try them out at the end of the day (with your feet a little “swollen”) with your match socks.