DAPS is a footwear brand that builds shoes specifically for pickleball rather than adapting tennis or training shoes. Its DESI line comes in a Low for lighter, faster footwork and a Mid with added ankle support for quick direction changes, with both sharing the same cushioning and outsole, and men’s and women’s models built on separate fits. The shoes use an ETPU midsole for energy return, Blumaka NonSlip insoles, a breathable mesh upper, and a non marking rubber outsole tuned for indoor and outdoor courts, and the brand states its designs were tested at the Heeluxe biomechanics lab. Fit runs true to size with a slightly wider toe box. Orders ship free with 30 day size swaps and returns.