OUR FIRST WOMEN'S WRESTLING SHOE
RUDIS is proud to introduce the first wrestling shoe made specifically for women. Created in close collaboration with Olympic medalist and world-class athlete Sarah Hildebrandt.
Crafted with intention, every element, from the silhouette to the sole, was engineered to support the way women wrestle: with strength, agility, and grit. Built for support, fit, and flexibility, it locks in where it matters, moves with your body, and empowers you to take the mat with confidence.
CHANGING THE SPORT
This is a new chapter. One where women are not just welcomed into wrestling, they're leading it.
Where the Rise Began...
SARAH HILDEBRANDT
Sarah transformed the sport with every step of her career. From standing on Olympic podiums to shaping product design, she continues to define the future of wrestling.
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2013
Pan American Championships Gold Medalist
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2018
World Championships Silver Medalist
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2021
Olympic Games Bronze Medalist
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2023
Pan American & International Gold Sweep
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2024
Olympic Games Gold Medalist
FEMALE FOCUSED DESIGN
Most wrestling shoes are adapted from men’s models, but female athletes deserve a more curated fit. RUDIS built a wrestling shoe specifically for the female foot, taking into account key anatomical differences such as a narrower heel and higher instep.
PRODUCT DESIGN
WHAT's DIFFERENT?
While the core performance features such as grip, flexibility, and ankle support remain consistent across both, the primary distinctions lie in sizing, fit, and foot shape.
Women’s wrestling shoes are generally built on a last that accommodates their unique biomechanics and foot shape, with features like a narrower heel. In contrast, men’s wrestling shoes typically have a wider overall fit and are less precisely tailored to anatomical differences.
PRODUCT DESIGN
Powered by Athletes
Another standout feature is the PowerDrive™, engineered to maximize energy return and responsiveness. It helps athletes maintain performance through powerful transitions and stances, enabling sharper direction changes, stronger shots, and improved mat control. It also reduces the forces that can lead to turf toe and other injuries.
Our product development team has collaborated closely with female athletes and coaches to design wrestling shoes that are purpose-built. We've created a fit that truly aligns with the unique anatomical and performance needs of women on the mat.
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