Hummel2025 Review
Hummel HB Guardian Pro
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Club handball with Danish DNA. Hummel's balanced option at a reasonable price.
Fit
Who is it for?
- Position
- Centre backBackPivot
- For
- Men
- Player weight
- 75 – 90 kg
- Level
- Intermediate, Advanced
Our test
The good and the bad
Pros
- Very competitive price for a dedicated handball shoe
- Brand with a proven tradition in European handball
- Good lateral support for play around the area
Cons
- Basic cushioning, not suited to high-impact players
- Less long-term durability data than ASICS or Adidas
- Grip falls short of competitors' top models
Before you order
Sizes and fit
- Fit
- Regular
Where to buy
Price at each shop
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WePlay Handball
Lowest price
How we score it
Score by category
- Grip
- 8.2
- Cushioning
- 7.7
- Stability
- 8.0
- Durability
- 7.8
- Value for money
- 8.8
Description
The Hummel HB Guardian Pro is the Danish brand's mid-range handball shoe, designed specifically for indoor play. Hummel has a long tradition in handball, and the HB Guardian Pro carries that legacy into an affordable model for club-level players. The non-marking rubber outsole with a multidirectional grip pattern offers good traction on parquet, while the structured mesh upper provides ventilation without compromising lateral support.
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