@@Dopeitsflee Well, considering the limited nature of most NB collabs and the iconic stigma around it, it's safe to say that a fan that wanted and was there, got a pair
@@snkrgazer1860 Ended up ordering from goat so even though a fan got it the day of I was luckily able to still get them. Thanks for that pointless reply
Great review! I’ve owned the OG and just purchased the retro for below retail. This is my favorite 998 ahead a lot of good J. Crew releases I love. So glad these dropped in a manner that allowed those who actually wanted a pair to actually get them. ✌🏾
they’re dope, was pretty surprised the rereleased these. I actually like this more toned down and neutral colors compared to the OG. Mine are coming in later today so happy to add it to the collection
Yeah, it's kind of a shame as far as the comfort for these. It's one of my favorite silhouettes, but honestly I feel like most people who get a pair of these are going to have them in a rotation. I definitely agree with the advice to keep them lifestyle and also the sizing. I have 3 pairs of 998 currently.
Waiting for my pair to arrive, as you said the cream sole matches the upper colors very well, and khaki colors are easy to match. Hope NB will re-release more retros
I got the early access for these too. My pair got delivered today so I can’t wait to get home and see them in hand. This is my first pair of 998s so I hope I like the fit and the way they look on my feet. I got hopes that the mint 998 color way is released because I always thought those were a dope pair. Good review bro. ✌️
For me, C-Notes , & Concrete Jungles are the best 998 colabs,and 998BB(forest green) and the 998 GRB are 2 GRs done perfect..all 4 are in the same category,imo
These definitely tight around the front of my foot. Everything else is fine. Midsole and cushioning are fire to me, but the tightness around the toebox might be a deal breaker if they dont eventually break in. I'm closer to a 13.5 so I went with 13, as opposed to a 14
the weirdest thing ever, but I've been wearing these more and they are starting to break in and ease up on the toe box area. @@guynkicks similar to what the foam rnrs did for me.
Was Waiting on this one! I was at a resort in Jamaica and my wifi stopped working when these dropped. I'm wondering If I should get now or wait. They going for about 270/280 in my size. How would you compare comfort with a 990v2?
I am new to the NB shoe brand. I tried on a pair of 574 Core recently. Size 9.5 - little snug. Size 10 - little roomy. What size do you recommend? How does the sizing of the 574 compare to Made in the USA 998 Core? Here are sizes I wear in an other brands: 10 - Brooks and Saucony running sneakers. 9.5 - Nike AJ1s. FYI, I have borderline narrow feet and flat feet, bunion on my right foot.
I regret passing and also don’t regret passing at the same time because of the new shape (and the price). I hate how they changed the bulkiness and skimmed the shoe down. They’re basically 997s now, the 2000s has a much better thickness and runner shape.
I’ve been hearing about those CNotes fitting tighter than regular 998s (to the extent that going TTS would be a better idea). I see you didn’t notice that with your pair, right?
The best NB release we had the pleasure to have. Super fair drop, iconic model, enough pairs for everybody. CNCPTS killed it.
Enough said 👏🏼
Enough pairs? Where I’m late to the party so I missed the drop
@@Dopeitsflee Well, considering the limited nature of most NB collabs and the iconic stigma around it, it's safe to say that a fan that wanted and was there, got a pair
@@snkrgazer1860 Ended up ordering from goat so even though a fan got it the day of I was luckily able to still get them. Thanks for that pointless reply
I remember these from like 10 years ago I missed out and I missed out again!!!! These are one of the grail NB's EVER. One of the cleanest ever.
Great review!
I’ve owned the OG and just purchased the retro for below retail. This is my favorite 998 ahead a lot of good J. Crew releases I love.
So glad these dropped in a manner that allowed those who actually wanted a pair to actually get them. ✌🏾
I’m glad I hit on these! There coming in Friday! Can’t wait
they’re dope, was pretty surprised the rereleased these. I actually like this more toned down and neutral colors compared to the OG. Mine are coming in later today so happy to add it to the collection
👏🏼👏🏼
Yeah, it's kind of a shame as far as the comfort for these. It's one of my favorite silhouettes, but honestly I feel like most people who get a pair of these are going to have them in a rotation. I definitely agree with the advice to keep them lifestyle and also the sizing. I have 3 pairs of 998 currently.
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Clean pair! Was able to cop from NB website with no problem. I got my tts 10 and they fit snug.
Waiting for my pair to arrive, as you said the cream sole matches the upper colors very well, and khaki colors are easy to match. Hope NB will re-release more retros
Hope so
Thanks for the info on the sizing cause I went half size down👌🏾
I got the early access for these too. My pair got delivered today so I can’t wait to get home and see them in hand. This is my first pair of 998s so I hope I like the fit and the way they look on my feet. I got hopes that the mint 998 color way is released because I always thought those were a dope pair. Good review bro. ✌️
Yeah those mints are also nice.
For me, C-Notes , & Concrete Jungles are the best 998 colabs,and 998BB(forest green) and the 998 GRB are 2 GRs done perfect..all 4 are in the same category,imo
These definitely tight around the front of my foot. Everything else is fine. Midsole and cushioning are fire to me, but the tightness around the toebox might be a deal breaker if they dont eventually break in. I'm closer to a 13.5 so I went with 13, as opposed to a 14
Hopefully they break in bro.
the weirdest thing ever, but I've been wearing these more and they are starting to break in and ease up on the toe box area. @@guynkicks
similar to what the foam rnrs did for me.
Fire review and fire NB pair!!! 🔥
🙌🏼🙌🏼
Was Waiting on this one! I was at a resort in Jamaica and my wifi stopped working when these dropped. I'm wondering If I should get now or wait. They going for about 270/280 in my size. How would you compare comfort with a 990v2?
I prefer the v2 comfort wise. A little bit softer and toe box is roomier.
Thanks for the insight. If that's the case this might be a hard pass. Comfort over everything right now lol@@guynkicks
They’re not uncomfortable where your feet get tired or they bother. They’re not retro Js, know what I mean.
Congrats on the pickup 🙏🏾
Thanks bro!
I designed the shoe-box 😉 Thank you for the review!
I am new to the NB shoe brand. I tried on a pair of 574 Core recently. Size 9.5 - little snug. Size 10 - little roomy. What size do you recommend? How does the sizing of the 574 compare to Made in the USA 998 Core?
Here are sizes I wear in an other brands:
10 - Brooks and Saucony running sneakers.
9.5 - Nike AJ1s.
FYI, I have borderline narrow feet and flat feet, bunion on my right foot.
Damn, you might need to go with a size 10 because the toe box is a little narrow. But risk heel slippage.
I regret passing and also don’t regret passing at the same time because of the new shape (and the price). I hate how they changed the bulkiness and skimmed the shoe down. They’re basically 997s now, the 2000s has a much better thickness and runner shape.
Did you went with the same size as the Kith Frank Wrights?
Yeah
Fire got mines exclusive access 🔥
🔥Still waiting on my pair from concept
Hopefully you’ll get them soon 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Seems like a bunch more shipped today. Finally got my confirmation 🙌
I’ve been hearing about those CNotes fitting tighter than regular 998s (to the extent that going TTS would be a better idea). I see you didn’t notice that with your pair, right?
Not really. It may need some time to break in.
They look really good on foot especially with the matching socks👏🏿👍✌🏿
They really do ☺️
These are the most snug 998 I have ever put on. Size 12 for sale
Clean pair. Just nothing I needed. Fairly plain. Passed on early access
That blue stripe kills it for me - I don’t know why. Nice review per usual my guy. Keep it up
@robertowest1894 🤝
Where did you get those socks fam?
Those are from Aime Leon Dore 🤝
Nice show. It’s a shame CONCEPTS doesn’t ship to Mexico.
*cries in español*
what sweatpants are those
From Elwood Clothing
Beautiful pair 🧼💥🏆
Yessir!
Very nice 👍
🗣between this 1 and the Moby Dick is a tie
I also like the Concepts Grand Tourer.
Classic 🏆💰🔥
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$250 after taxes and shipping was a bit much 🥴
really steep, including the 990 series which experienced a hyper inflation smh
I hear you!
So handsome 😊