I been playing with these for 4 months already. They essentially are like a sprinting / Running / Basketball shoe in one. Lets me have a lot of freedom, more movement to make runs, cuts, and off balance movement.
My humble opinion, drop in midsole is good for me. I've got Converse Pro BB in which it is React drop in midsole, it doesn't hurt my aging feet and knees when hooping.
I am a point guard and shifty player, I haven’t tried them on the court but just tried them on after trying the lebron 21, straight away no hesitation I took the shoes. The feel that you said is on point. I am more comfortable with this shoes rather than the other shoes that moves as a unit. Thank you for a very good insight and thorough review doc!! Shout out here from Sydney Australia
I played in about 3 to 4 pairs of kobe 8s over the years and these seem to be a different take on them "not in a bad way". We're the kobes had an amazing lightweight system that was balance with great lockdown. These look lil heavy in the back but probably a good thing for more heel support, I'm sure once broken in these will play great.
Amazing idea. Do a video of the shoe Chet Holmgren was wearing, your breakdown of it, and how chet injured his foot in it. You are literally THE GUY for this
I just played in these for the first time today. I’m used to playing in PG6 and Adidas Son of Chi. Well I do find PG6 more comfortable, but these feel a little less bulky and faster though with less court feel but for me totally worth it. Hopefully over time these get a bit more comfortable as I feel that thing in the midsole which for me is annoying when off the court. For sure my 40+ year old legs and knees are thanking me because the cushioning on this is helpful for those areas and today I am not sore in the slightest after 2 hours of basketball. That’s gotta be a first . One thing I really liked about this was I felt faster. Definitely faster than Adidas son of chi 2.0 . I can’t compare directly to PG6 because they are not with me right now, but from memory I think these are faster. The review is correct, these give you more freedom but it’s at the expense of ankle stability. Definitely I feel my ankle more exposed in this 100%. Maybe with ankle brace these will be all the benefits without the risks
@@FootDoctorZach it depends...for me these are great for impact protection, if i add ankle braces, i get ankle protection too. I am not that shifty a player so i don't mind losing that advantage seeing as i don't have the skills for that anyway. I am more of a runner on the court, and i was running much more with these
Man I love your videos, I love shoes and the tech of every shoe out there. Thank you for putting out information like this, especially for shoe nerds like me. Keep posting videos my man, great content.
One of the best shoes I’ve ever worn up until the sock lining ripped on both after less than a month. in fact the left shoe sock liner started ripping after first use. that’s not even the worst part, I sprained my ankle hard in these while driving to the hoop, I didn’t step on anyone’s foot, and it was a normal drive, the shoes just easily tipped over.
ayo zach, is this shoe honestly safe to play in, coz i bought it, and i try to roll my ankle just to create the worst case scenario, it will be a tragedy
I really appreciate your videos . I learn setting about why certain shoes hurt my feet. Maybe why my achilles tendon is so swollen like twice the size of my ankle .thank you for your content
Awesome video but you’re crazy for cutting those an they’re not even out yet! Good insight for the drop in midsole. I was thinking bout copping but I think I’ll just keep playing in the Kobe 11s
I have the peak flash 4 and not pleased. The cushion of course is good....slightly better in the peak big triangle.... The flash 4 suffers from a stiff uppers...lacks the plush fit of the flash 1...lots of heel slip...had to change the laces it came with to a round lace and that helped. When on foot it plays ok...not as fluid as the peak triangle though.
good stuff doctor. really would love to hoop with you if you're in california! i grew up wanting to be a foot doctor so you providing your medical expertise on this is fantastic. really separates you from everyone else!
Hey Doc, I was considering getting a pair of these for outdoor play due to the combination of ample cushioning and durable outsole. I play an aggressive style as a heavier guard and my legs have been hurting on my hard outdoor court with more minimal guard-style shoes. I was surprised that you described this shoe as bad for players with a variety of foot and leg pains. I thought that more cushion meant more leg relief. I wonder if you could elaborate on this point or recommend another shoe for a player of my style suffering from shin splints and general leg soreness. I was thinking these might be it!
Great video again!!,do you think the GT cut one is better overall? It sounds like it from this review,I didn't see your GT one break down? Interested to hear your opinion on the GT one?,thanks
Sooo.. I have 3 pairs of this shoe, bc they look great and thought i'd really enjoy it for walking. I was right at the beginning. It almost feels like there is no heel after 1 month. The back arrows, bc there is no strong herringbone pattern vanish out of nowhere. So I decided to use it for indoor basketball 2day. I was excited. Super cool Nike shoe with tremendous front herringbone pattern. Thought I was going to fly 2day on the hardwood. Mmmmm... Nop.. The lack of tread in the back half made me slip and fall anticipating a rebound. Like slipping over a banana peel. Literally. I got up fine though. The front half feels great, the back half might in the future injure me. It's weird this shoe, almost feels like there is no heel, with a back to front incline, ... So I don't know? This could be similar to the Tatum shoe which also has just foam in the back. I won't use these every time to play, only when I want a good footwork challenge, so that's my review with this shoe. Kinda heavy too. But they look cool 😎
I've got some old Kobe 11 ALTs and they're still the best shoe I own. Sure they might make my feet bleed and give me blisters if I play more than an hour or two in them... but for that hour or two I become the white mamba and nobody can touch me. They just feel like an extension of my body and let me execute all my moves at their highest level. Maybe its because my name is Kobe and he's my favorite athlete to ever live though 🤷♂️
Yep I just have zero knowledge of soccer - I know the basics of its shoe design but I’d have to really bone up on technique , etc to make an educated video
I wore the GT Cut 2 and they weren’t as bad on court they felt like pillows for me maybe because i work on my footwork idk if that’s just me but it was a solid performer i would say the traction slipped out here and there but i was okay definitely think the GT Cut 1’s are way better but these are solid
hey, i play soccer and basketball is there any shoe recommendations u could give? I know that there probably isn't anything that good but I need the most help I can get.
Loved the Cut 1.0 until the drop in mid-sole slipped while i hard stopped/planted and caused my heel to jar into the court! Haven't gone back to them since, despite owning three pairs. The 2.0 look horrible in my opinion. Not asthetic appeal what-so-ever unfortunately.
I Started playing ball after a few years off and I jus had to have these. I ended up really messing up my foot and developed plantar fasciitis and I was lucky to find this channel to learn about the tech behind bball shoes. I love how they feel but I never wear them cuz I don’t wanna get hurt again . Be very careful if u don’t have strong feet
Hey Zach, love your videos!! please if possible I need the length of the B Icon laces to get new black laces? Just got the new Blue/White grey and love them!!!! thank you!!!
Is there heel slippage? That’s pretty much my main concern with Nike basketball sneakers nowadays. Every time I wear a Nike sneaker there’s heel slippage, and that brings back my Achilles tendinitis. For example: the newest KDs, heel slippage.. but the curry flow 9s no heel slippage. The first GTs killed my Achilles as well! You’ve probably explained in the video already which I’m gonna keep watching, but I had to ask lol. Thanks again man, my favorite channel!
No heel slippage at all... Best heel comfort and support I've experienced so far in a ballin shoes. Everything on the GT Cut 2 is amazing with the exception of the tongue that goes sideways, which is annoying.
Probably one of the worst pair of shoe I have owned in terms of heel lockdown. You have to tie your laces super tight through the last pair of holes in order for it to be playable
Only wore it for a day though. It might get better as I heard from other reviews that the midsole will mold to the shape of your feet. Will update if it gets better for me
Bro , im outdoor player , and im a center , and i want to buy a shoes , but to lasts up 2 year (strong traction shoe) , lebron 19 , trae young 1 , or harden 6
So I order from Nike at least four or five times a year and this year I’ve returned every single shoe that they’ve sent me the quality is just not the same as it used to be even the Jordan 36 has this heel slippage issue I’m not sure what’s going on it’s definitely not the same Nike I used to know
Hey zach coukd you please do a review on the vktry gold insoles. They are advertised as making you run faster and jump higher and wanted to see how they fared agaisnt the move game day pros
adidas Trae Young 1 Review
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Zach can you do the reebok shaqnosis?
I’ve always been fascinated with the drop in midsole, much appreciated that you point out the potential instability that can come with the technology
Probably one of your most hyped tear downs ever, let’s go!!
I been playing with these for 4 months already. They essentially are like a sprinting / Running / Basketball shoe in one. Lets me have a lot of freedom, more movement to make runs, cuts, and off balance movement.
My humble opinion, drop in midsole is good for me. I've got Converse Pro BB in which it is React drop in midsole, it doesn't hurt my aging feet and knees when hooping.
Shout out to Doctor Zach for cutting these expensive shoes, as always, appreciate the deep insight on the shoe characteristics and materials.
I am a point guard and shifty player, I haven’t tried them on the court but just tried them on after trying the lebron 21, straight away no hesitation I took the shoes. The feel that you said is on point. I am more comfortable with this shoes rather than the other shoes that moves as a unit. Thank you for a very good insight and thorough review doc!! Shout out here from Sydney Australia
I played in about 3 to 4 pairs of kobe 8s over the years and these seem to be a different take on them "not in a bad way". We're the kobes had an amazing lightweight system that was balance with great lockdown. These look lil heavy in the back but probably a good thing for more heel support, I'm sure once broken in these will play great.
Planning to have this in the upcoming colorways but his review is throwing me off. Kobe hurt his achilles in the 8s
Amazing idea. Do a video of the shoe Chet Holmgren was wearing, your breakdown of it, and how chet injured his foot in it. You are literally THE GUY for this
I just played in these for the first time today. I’m used to playing in PG6 and Adidas Son of Chi. Well I do find PG6 more comfortable, but these feel a little less bulky and faster though with less court feel but for me totally worth it. Hopefully over time these get a bit more comfortable as I feel that thing in the midsole which for me is annoying when off the court. For sure my 40+ year old legs and knees are thanking me because the cushioning on this is helpful for those areas and today I am not sore in the slightest after 2 hours of basketball. That’s gotta be a first . One thing I really liked about this was I felt faster. Definitely faster than Adidas son of chi 2.0 . I can’t compare directly to PG6 because they are not with me right now, but from memory I think these are faster. The review is correct, these give you more freedom but it’s at the expense of ankle stability. Definitely I feel my ankle more exposed in this 100%. Maybe with ankle brace these will be all the benefits without the risks
Wouldn't an ankle brace defeat the purpose of them though? Just my 2 cents
@@FootDoctorZach it depends...for me these are great for impact protection, if i add ankle braces, i get ankle protection too. I am not that shifty a player so i don't mind losing that advantage seeing as i don't have the skills for that anyway. I am more of a runner on the court, and i was running much more with these
Man I love your videos, I love shoes and the tech of every shoe out there. Thank you for putting out information like this, especially for shoe nerds like me. Keep posting videos my man, great content.
Thanks 👍👍👍
Nike has been going ham with this zoom strobel units
What a beautiful shoe, but design-wise I think the first GT cut is better.
The first GT Cut was just so sexy 😫
Factssss
Great video as always, would love to see you get your hands on a pair of Gt cut 1s!
Your videos are dope! Cool to see the ins and out of the tech and how it affects the body/performance.
The most underrated channel for shoe reviews! love ur work doc
Thanks!
@@FootDoctorZach hey doc! one question, do you think the adidas harden vol 6's outsole is the most durable out of all outdoor bball shoe?
Doc is gives best breakdown on performance shoes I've ever watched.
This channel needs more viewers and subs. The work his making to make this videos💪❤️
Appreciate it 👍👍👍
One of the best shoes I’ve ever worn up until the sock lining ripped on both after less than a month. in fact the left shoe sock liner started ripping after first use. that’s not even the worst part, I sprained my ankle hard in these while driving to the hoop, I didn’t step on anyone’s foot, and it was a normal drive, the shoes just easily tipped over.
These shoes are perfect for small forwards and little tight at first but they sweet like you said they gotta most definitely warm up
Spoiling us with a Saturday drop 🙌
I’m 5’5” 133lb, would you prefer these are the SPO shoe? I move and shift a lot.
Jaylen Brown wears this a lot and especially throughout the previous NBA Finals
I feel like its the best shoes i ever dunked in
ayo zach, is this shoe honestly safe to play in, coz i bought it, and i try to roll my ankle just to create the worst case scenario, it will be a tragedy
Is the heel height the height including or excluding the insole?
Always excluding
I really appreciate your videos . I learn setting about why certain shoes hurt my feet. Maybe why my achilles tendon is so swollen like twice the size of my ankle .thank you for your content
Happy to help!
my kid loves his 2 pairs of GT Cut V1, looking forward to try these and also the Lebron XX's
Can you go more deeper and explain more of the gt cut with Orthotics in them and what their good for and bad for
So helpful my favorite channel by far
Happy to hear it👍👍
Awesome video but you’re crazy for cutting those an they’re not even out yet! Good insight for the drop in midsole. I was thinking bout copping but I think I’ll just keep playing in the Kobe 11s
Very nice kicks!! Just got mines about 5mins ago in the mail....love these my Lebron 19's and my Gt Jumps!!
Cannot wait for the review of Either Peak Taichi Flash 4.0 from PEAK or AG 3 PRO from 361, those are 🔥💯
I have the peak flash 4 and not pleased. The cushion of course is good....slightly better in the peak big triangle....
The flash 4 suffers from a stiff uppers...lacks the plush fit of the flash 1...lots of heel slip...had to change the laces it came with to a round lace and that helped. When on foot it plays ok...not as fluid as the peak triangle though.
@@theGalaxyfox75 i did get them not a big deal but it's cool
Before buying a shoes i always watching your channel ⭐
How would you compare the GT Cut 2 to the KD15's? I love my 36's and looking for my next shoe. I'm old and have bad knees...
Thanks for the detailed review.
I had my doubts about these and it looks like there are for me for sure.
These are not for me for sure.
Cannot wait for the review of the Li-Ning Bad five 5 High or Low or the Zen 3, 4 from 361 🧠💪🏿🔥💯
I always feel like a little "lag" time when using shoes with drop in midsoles. IT feels counter productive to have the "quick" shoe be drop in imo
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
good stuff doctor. really would love to hoop with you if you're in california! i grew up wanting to be a foot doctor so you providing your medical expertise on this is fantastic. really separates you from everyone else!
Thanks! Haha I wish I was in cali
Love the videos man keep it up!
Best shoe everr im getting another pair
Great review dr!!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Just got a pair I think they will fit my playstyle!!!
Leveled up again 🤜🏼👌🏼
Hey Doc, I was considering getting a pair of these for outdoor play due to the combination of ample cushioning and durable outsole. I play an aggressive style as a heavier guard and my legs have been hurting on my hard outdoor court with more minimal guard-style shoes. I was surprised that you described this shoe as bad for players with a variety of foot and leg pains. I thought that more cushion meant more leg relief. I wonder if you could elaborate on this point or recommend another shoe for a player of my style suffering from shin splints and general leg soreness. I was thinking these might be it!
Peak flash 5, peak big triangle,
Great video again!!,do you think the GT cut one is better overall? It sounds like it from this review,I didn't see your GT one break down? Interested to hear your opinion on the GT one?,thanks
Same thoughts - the 1 maybe alittle better grip
You're the GOAT bro
Sooo.. I have 3 pairs of this shoe, bc they look great and thought i'd really enjoy it for walking. I was right at the beginning. It almost feels like there is no heel after 1 month. The back arrows, bc there is no strong herringbone pattern vanish out of nowhere. So I decided to use it for indoor basketball 2day. I was excited. Super cool Nike shoe with tremendous front herringbone pattern. Thought I was going to fly 2day on the hardwood. Mmmmm... Nop.. The lack of tread in the back half made me slip and fall anticipating a rebound. Like slipping over a banana peel. Literally. I got up fine though. The front half feels great, the back half might in the future injure me. It's weird this shoe, almost feels like there is no heel, with a back to front incline, ... So I don't know? This could be similar to the Tatum shoe which also has just foam in the back. I won't use these every time to play, only when I want a good footwork challenge, so that's my review with this shoe. Kinda heavy too. But they look cool 😎
They look very good, but I still think that the Cut ones have better damping technology
Hello Doc, i am a wide footer 2E. My foot length is 25.5cm. What size should i buy when buying a GT Cut 2?
Professional review
Can we get a GT II Jump review next 😅 they seem like a better performance model
I've got some old Kobe 11 ALTs and they're still the best shoe I own. Sure they might make my feet bleed and give me blisters if I play more than an hour or two in them... but for that hour or two I become the white mamba and nobody can touch me. They just feel like an extension of my body and let me execute all my moves at their highest level. Maybe its because my name is Kobe and he's my favorite athlete to ever live though 🤷♂️
Ever considered doing a video for soccer cleats or indoor shoes? I would love to see what soccer does different from other sports
Yep I just have zero knowledge of soccer - I know the basics of its shoe design but I’d have to really bone up on technique , etc to make an educated video
are these good for outdoors?
I enjoyed playing in these last few days
I wore the GT Cut 2 and they weren’t as bad on court they felt like pillows for me maybe because i work on my footwork idk if that’s just me but it was a solid performer i would say the traction slipped out here and there but i was okay definitely think the GT Cut 1’s are way better but these are solid
hey, i play soccer and basketball is there any shoe recommendations u could give? I know that there probably isn't anything that good but I need the most help I can get.
You first, always first riviewer shoes
How about Giannis Immortality 2?
When do these drop?
If anyone could answer this, that would be great. Is there any GT cuts that are good for jumping and don't move as one?
I gotta see the Nike Tailwind 79 cut open
Could you breakdown the Chet holmgren injury
they look like department store nikes especially with that lightning looking upper design
Loved the Cut 1.0 until the drop in mid-sole slipped while i hard stopped/planted and caused my heel to jar into the court! Haven't gone back to them since, despite owning three pairs. The 2.0 look horrible in my opinion. Not asthetic appeal what-so-ever unfortunately.
We
Oh my goodness. It’s here.
Is it wide feet friendly???
Im not a wide footer but I did have to go up a half size for comfortability.
Go up 1.5 size. This shoe fits very tight. Even if your foot fits length wise, when lacing up you will see you needed the extra room.
I Started playing ball after a few years off and I jus had to have these. I ended up really messing up my foot and developed plantar fasciitis and I was lucky to find this channel to learn about the tech behind bball shoes. I love how they feel but I never wear them cuz I don’t wanna get hurt again . Be very careful if u don’t have strong feet
In a rough concrete court, which one could last longer, the gt cut 1 or gt cut 2?
Im not sure theres much difference but I think Weartesters / Sole Drop may have a better answer since ive never tried the 1's
@@FootDoctorZachwould you do GTcut1 in the future?
Great video
Always pivot on your balls of your feet 🤜🏼🏀
still got those torned up pair?
Hey Zach, love your videos!! please if possible I need the length of the B Icon laces to get new black laces? Just got the new Blue/White grey and love them!!!! thank you!!!
It goes based on lace eyelets not length
我上脚以后发觉前后的高差过渡不是很均匀，有一个断裂式的感觉，可能是在引导脚用最前端的橡胶来发力。
It’s any good for tennis or pickleball ? Thanks
Nope
Thanks! Love your channel, cheers from Chile !
Hey Doc, whats a good basketball shoe for someone with shin splints?
Ultimate Basketball Shoe Buyers Guide 2023
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When are these releases in the US I'm so confused
Where did u get them compressions shorts? lowkey fire
Chubbies - thanks 👍
Would you recommend these for volleyball?
No- the video talks about all the reasons why not
Jordan 37 satou sabally review this shoes pls 🙏
I understand what Nike is trying to do, but, I just do not like my shoes being see-through. I don't want to see my socks lol.
L
I like it for the breathability aspect
Jordan Poole wore the G.T. Cut 2 (style code DJ6015-403) after asking Nike 12/27/2022 GSW vs Hornets.
Where did you find these? I know overseas but do you have an affiliate link? Thanks!
Ughhhhh- I think riot but I’ll look and put a link in the description when I get back to my computer
@@FootDoctorZach Awesome, thanks for the prompt response! 👊
This guy is the best! Before I buy or consider a shoe I make sure to check his channel first for his review. Top notch!
Appreciate you👍
Is there a set release date for these yet?
Is there heel slippage? That’s pretty much my main concern with Nike basketball sneakers nowadays. Every time I wear a Nike sneaker there’s heel slippage, and that brings back my Achilles tendinitis. For example: the newest KDs, heel slippage.. but the curry flow 9s no heel slippage. The first GTs killed my Achilles as well! You’ve probably explained in the video already which I’m gonna keep watching, but I had to ask lol. Thanks again man, my favorite channel!
Oh you answered it! Lol thank you man! 🙏🏾
No heel slippage at all... Best heel comfort and support I've experienced so far in a ballin shoes. Everything on the GT Cut 2 is amazing with the exception of the tongue that goes sideways, which is annoying.
@@exandgr8 how did you get the shoe? it’s not on nike. thanks!
Probably one of the worst pair of shoe I have owned in terms of heel lockdown. You have to tie your laces super tight through the last pair of holes in order for it to be playable
Only wore it for a day though. It might get better as I heard from other reviews that the midsole will mold to the shape of your feet. Will update if it gets better for me
Can you suggest for me the best basketball shoes in your opinion that i can play volleyball in?
Black shoes
Bro , im outdoor player , and im a center , and i want to buy a shoes , but to lasts up 2 year (strong traction shoe) , lebron 19 , trae young 1 , or harden 6
do Jordan 4s
Well it really all depends on ur playing style
So I order from Nike at least four or five times a year and this year I’ve returned every single shoe that they’ve sent me the quality is just not the same as it used to be even the Jordan 36 has this heel slippage issue I’m not sure what’s going on it’s definitely not the same Nike I used to know
How muxh did they weigh
Do the cosmic unity 2 please
Hey zach coukd you please do a review on the vktry gold insoles. They are advertised as making you run faster and jump higher and wanted to see how they fared agaisnt the move game day pros
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What's a hybrid between a GT Cut and a Jordan 36?
🤷♂️
Seems like one of those shoes that needs to fit your foot like a sock pretty much. Is the upper reminiscent to the kd-14?
Yep and yep
Gt cut 2 is way more okay than cosmic 2
So the Luka 1 was the better shoe?
For me yeah
Great vid doc! I’m actually curious about how these compares to the KD15, especially when I watched your video about shoes with drop in midsoles
Apples and oranges really
@@FootDoctorZach oh i see, is this closer to a kyrie? a minimalist cushion guard shoe or is this also different?