I really enjoy when you talk about a sneaker's transferability to other sports! I'm a PE teacher and in the span of a day, I can go from teaching basketball to 6 graders in the morning to teaching tennis in the afternoon at the local tennis courts!
I freaking love this shoe, and I wasn't impressed with the V4's at all. I gotta disagree with the Doc. Once these break in, they're way better than the V4's, which just felt cheap and plasticky to me. I thought the v3's were great, but lacked a bit of shock absorption and bounce. These take the best aspects of the v3 and v4 and made the v5 a beast. I'm using these strictly as my outdoor shoe, and play in the WOW 10's on indoor for reference. I'm also a 6'3" 240lb (maybe a smidge heavy) PF/SF who still dunks at 36 years old. They nailed the cushion set up. The foam is perfectly tuned, lock-down is great, and has a decent amount of bounce. For the price, you can't beat it. I think guards will still like this shoe, but bigger players who can get shifty will love it.
im a sf as well. to me the greatest aspect is the heel lockdown. for me, every shoe ive tried on has had heel slippage. literally everything, even small shoes. these were perfect sizing, bouncy, super comfy and breathable. best shoe ive ever had
@@crystalpalace-yy54hey, I did try the kawhi’s. I liked the cushion set up on them, but the heel slippage and lack of padding in the collar made the fit a bit weird for me personally. The fuel cell feels a bit more spongy like the Kawhi 4’s compared to the previous iterations of the two wxy’s.
I don’t know if anyone else had this issue but the D version of the v4 was so ridiculously narrow for my foot shape that I couldn’t even wear them. By the time I tried them, the 2E’s were all sold out. So I’m going to go ahead and pay the extra 💰 for the v5 since they have 2E and hope they actually fit, as I’ve wanted to try this like for a while. Thanks for the great review!!
Gonna try the v5 wide as well. Hope it is wide enough. Not only is the v4 narrow but Also I think it has low volume in the forefoot, hope the wide version of v5 works out in both width and height of the volume
That's interesting. I heard this from several reviews, but I did not agree at all. I have a fairly wide foot, and 10.5 in the V4 in standard width felt perfect. And I usually need to size up 0.5 to size 11 in any Nike.
i have the V3, V4 and BB2 thanks to your reviews and I still like the V3 the best both for looks, comfort, control and performance...the V4 and BB2 feel good and spongy but the V3 has a good combo of softness but not too bouncy.....I will probably try these...i use all these exclusively for pickleball out hard surfaces and not gym floors...thanks Zach...I also put the Power Step Pinnacle insoles in all my shoes no matter what I wear...Nike PG5 is my other favorite pickleball shoe
@@gabiawan6744 I have all 3 also, I love all of them, but I found the V3's were too stiff for my old bones and bigman play, great for guards, but not for this big guy. I will say the V3's are great and my grip is only because I had both V3's and 4's on hand.
The dual density setup side to side of the v4 was a no-go for me, even from a try on I could feel one side of my heel collapsing vs the other. Heel versus forefoot setup makes way more sense!
After seeing the Dame 9 wasn't great for outdoors, I put my faith in these and bought them on release. I'm glad these will be worth the wait for wide-footers
V3s were my favorite. Did not like the v4s. I think going forward each two wxy shoe needs comparisons to the v3. Zach how does the toebox, court feel, heel height, and ankle height(low/mid top) feel compare to the v3?
@@jsl7439 I just got my V5 in the mail but I feel they are kinda narrow. I got the standard width because i live in Europe and had no other choice. But I’m gonna use a PO Box that’s gonna send me the shoes from the US and get the wider version. That would be perfect for me. Like you said the V3 are the best shoes I’ve had in a long time. The traction is amazing and didn’t take long for me to break in.
Great review, as a Nike wearer most of my life I have all New Balance shoes in my lineup for basketball shoes now, crazy good, best shoes I have ever worn, two way v4's and fresh foams 2's, just wow, the comfort, support, just work all the way around, tempted by these, but like you said, v4's and fresh foams are cheap right now, have a bunch on hand right now!
@@TMAUGHAN24 That's a tough one, both great, the fresh foam twos have to be the most comfortable shoe I have ever worn, and the two way v4's are 2nd. I would go for the fresh foam two's, out of the box, unreal!
@@crystalpalace-yy54 Yes, very tempting, like all my new balance shoes, v3's, v4's, and fresh foams two's, not the most stylish shoes, but the Kawhi's, damn, didn't like the look, but the review were great for those, have to consider, but was always waiting for a new colorway!
Thank you so much for the review. I need a good shoe with a wide/2E for pickleball, so I jumped on these right away. The problem with the size 2E on either New Balance, Adidas Barricade and other brands the wides sell out fast and restocking is virtually non-existent. Someone should let these companies know that they need t keep the Wide models in stock.
Yep. I really wanted to try the v4 but came too late and all the wides were sold out. Then when they released new color ways, they never came out in wide. Absurd.
I wear Coco CG1s for high level pickleball and love them. Torn between my next pair being a CG2 or a pair of these TWO WXY V5s. Any tips to steer me in the right direction?
Hello Zack! Thank you for your grest reviews. I am in need for an advice: i use gp turbo for almost 4 years and i want to get something else because i can not find gp turbo anymore. I have a hill pain problem and i want someting for this. I realy like gp turbo and i watched your videos and i understand that the mizunu wave enforce might be the best replacement. Please give me and andvice. Thank you so much for your amability!
I have a question about the width of the shoe. I have orthotics and my shoes are 990v3 and 2E is the width I have with them as D is too narrow. But I tried other model and some at 2E were too wide. Is this one similar to 990v3 width?
Tysm for this review doc. I’m a huge fan of the two wxy line. I’m a lighter guard and the v4 seemed a lil bottom heavy, are these better for lighter guards? Question what are those black and purple new balance shoes on your wall? Can I find those ?
Will the 2E versions be the same fit as their 2E running shoes model? Here in PH you cant find any 2E versions of NB basketball shoes, wanting to buy overseas if thats the case for the fitting
Can you review the new Shaq shoes sold in Kohls? Please. It's called Shaq Raq Low. Sold for $45. I've heard it's on par with mid tier shoes for half the price.
FTZ, do you have any sense for what a 2E would add in metatarsal width(mw). I need a wide fit, with enough break-in give to accommodate a bunion issue. Since the V4 - 2E isn't available in Canada, I had been considering the Adidas Solematch Control(SC) - (not yet available in Canada) - for Pickleball. The SC and V5 seem to have similar specs, the SC having a MW of 9.9cm vs V5 (D) of 9.6 The local NB store was able to source me a V4 (2E) from the US but the true to size (10.5) still put a bit too much pressure on a minor Tailor's bunion on my right foot. When I returned them they indicated stores were advised they can not source Basketball shoes. Right now the V5-2E is available in Canada. I'm wondering if a size 11 -2E would be a good fit and better option than waiting for the SC? My longest foot is 27.5 cm. You show the 11 V5 at 28.7 (vs NB Size guide at 29cm). That would be les than 1/2" room at the end of the shoe. Would 1/2" be too much, given the lock down ability of the V5? Note: when I say 'wide" I'm talking bout 13cm - bunion to bunion on the outside.
Hi doc. Does the difference between the standard and wide fit is huge? I tried fitting them today standard and they feel snug. Im usually a size 11, slight wide feet. I have kai 1s, quickpro and ac12v2 in size 11
@@FootDoctorZach Exactly. So, since you are going to give New Balance credit for offering multiple widths it seems reasonable to ask them how the data you publish on their D width shoe would change in the 2E size, when they send you the shoe. For example: In your review of the NB Two WXY V5 you show a metatarsal width of 9.6cm, then mention that a 2E is available (typically, till now, with one colour way of the V5 ... US only). review of the SoleMatch Control 2 shows a metatarsal width of 9.9cm in their standard width. Notwithstanding the huge difference that other considerations will make (especially materials - type and positioning), can I assume that a V5-2E will have similar capacity to tolerate the various snake bites that welcome width? Is there a reason that NB wouldn't provide you with the information needed to refine the data you take the time to provide?
As a 2E, both the Two Wxy v4 and Pro BB v2 were unwearable in their standard width, too constricting around the forefoot in the metatarsal area. Too bad New Balance doesn't sell wide versions of these shoes in Europe.
v4 was insanely narrow, I don’t understand how anyone wore that shoe. BB v2 wasn’t as bad, but yea, still narrow, as was Kawhi 4. Sucks they don’t sell 2E in Europe.
Every time you those shoes I feel as if my wallet is cut! Give me those shoes instead of cutting them! I need to work for months in order to buy one of these!
Grab a pair at New Balance: geni.us/nbhoops
Thank goodness they have some good color ways this time, instead of that bizarre white/color pattern on the v4. Thanks for the great review!
I really enjoy when you talk about a sneaker's transferability to other sports! I'm a PE teacher and in the span of a day, I can go from teaching basketball to 6 graders in the morning to teaching tennis in the afternoon at the local tennis courts!
We were not ready for the doc to start trolling this hard "bad for Jamal Murray haters" lmfao
Hahaha I just relly love it❤
I freaking love this shoe, and I wasn't impressed with the V4's at all. I gotta disagree with the Doc. Once these break in, they're way better than the V4's, which just felt cheap and plasticky to me. I thought the v3's were great, but lacked a bit of shock absorption and bounce. These take the best aspects of the v3 and v4 and made the v5 a beast. I'm using these strictly as my outdoor shoe, and play in the WOW 10's on indoor for reference.
I'm also a 6'3" 240lb (maybe a smidge heavy) PF/SF who still dunks at 36 years old. They nailed the cushion set up. The foam is perfectly tuned, lock-down is great, and has a decent amount of bounce. For the price, you can't beat it. I think guards will still like this shoe, but bigger players who can get shifty will love it.
Awesome man thanks for the details. Did you ever try Kawhi 4? Wondering how these compare to those.
im a sf as well. to me the greatest aspect is the heel lockdown. for me, every shoe ive tried on has had heel slippage. literally everything, even small shoes. these were perfect sizing, bouncy, super comfy and breathable. best shoe ive ever had
@@crystalpalace-yy54hey, I did try the kawhi’s. I liked the cushion set up on them, but the heel slippage and lack of padding in the collar made the fit a bit weird for me personally. The fuel cell feels a bit more spongy like the Kawhi 4’s compared to the previous iterations of the two wxy’s.
Bad for Jamal Murray haters 🤣
“I hate Jamal Murray”- Trump
I don’t know if anyone else had this issue but the D version of the v4 was so ridiculously narrow for my foot shape that I couldn’t even wear them. By the time I tried them, the 2E’s were all sold out. So I’m going to go ahead and pay the extra 💰 for the v5 since they have 2E and hope they actually fit, as I’ve wanted to try this like for a while. Thanks for the great review!!
Same here. I tried v4 and it’s so narrow and it hurt my toes. My toe numbed for a few days after ….
Gonna try the v5 wide as well. Hope it is wide enough. Not only is the v4 narrow but Also I think it has low volume in the forefoot, hope the wide version of v5 works out in both width and height of the volume
@@jeffjames15 yep same here, super narrow and low volume. I honestly don’t understand how anyone wore that shoe.
@@crystalpalace-yy54😂some people have slender feet….than us
That's interesting. I heard this from several reviews, but I did not agree at all. I have a fairly wide foot, and 10.5 in the V4 in standard width felt perfect. And I usually need to size up 0.5 to size 11 in any Nike.
i love my 2WXY V4 ! so smooth to the ground
v3 had the best traction ever. I've never had a shoe that handled any kind of dust like these did. Hope these come close
@@Bassgesicht v5 traction is unreal
I have v3 and 40 other elite hoop shoes, with crazy traction kobe9, wow11.
just got 2wxy v5 it toppled all of them!!!
v5 traction is the best of any shoe this year by far
Its awesome how it carried over v4s ability to be used as tennis and pickleball shoes ! 🔥
i have the V3, V4 and BB2 thanks to your reviews and I still like the V3 the best both for looks, comfort, control and performance...the V4 and BB2 feel good and spongy but the V3 has a good combo of softness but not too bouncy.....I will probably try these...i use all these exclusively for pickleball out hard surfaces and not gym floors...thanks Zach...I also put the Power Step Pinnacle insoles in all my shoes no matter what I wear...Nike PG5 is my other favorite pickleball shoe
v3 are the best basketball shoes I have ever tried, saldy cannot find anything like them anymore
@@gabiawan6744 I have all 3 also, I love all of them, but I found the V3's were too stiff for my old bones and bigman play, great for guards, but not for this big guy. I will say the V3's are great and my grip is only because I had both V3's and 4's on hand.
@@safespaceinvader I feel that the v3 is also so much more aesthetically pleasing than v4 eapecccially the all white v3, also agree that
The dual density setup side to side of the v4 was a no-go for me, even from a try on I could feel one side of my heel collapsing vs the other. Heel versus forefoot setup makes way more sense!
Which is the best basketball shoes for overpronator problem? I made an orthopedic sole
I was just thinking of this pair a while ago, thanks for another banger review Doc!
After seeing the Dame 9 wasn't great for outdoors, I put my faith in these and bought them on release. I'm glad these will be worth the wait for wide-footers
I ordered 17 pairs since it’s so hard to find good wide-footer shoes
Wtf 😂@@crystalpalace-yy54
Just bought the all black pair. The bbv fresh in sz 11 gave me a blister. I ordered the way5 in 11 wide.
V3s were my favorite. Did not like the v4s. I think going forward each two wxy shoe needs comparisons to the v3. Zach how does the toebox, court feel, heel height, and ankle height(low/mid top) feel compare to the v3?
These are exactly the questions I have
@@Heldopsneakers6I concur. V3 best traction I’ve ever experienced in a shoe. Its my standard for future comparison.
@@jsl7439 I just got my V5 in the mail but I feel they are kinda narrow. I got the standard width because i live in Europe and had no other choice. But I’m gonna use a PO Box that’s gonna send me the shoes from the US and get the wider version. That would be perfect for me.
Like you said the V3 are the best shoes I’ve had in a long time. The traction is amazing and didn’t take long for me to break in.
If the v4s are the LeBron 20s, are the v5s the LeBron 21s?
Appreciate the 💯 review Doc!
Hi Zach, will you be reviewing the Anta Shockwave 6? I'm in doubt between it and All City 11. A hug from a Brazilian basketball fanatic
Are they good for tennis too, like the v4?
Love ur shoe reviews zach ur awesome at wht u do love ur work pal keep it up
Great review, as a Nike wearer most of my life I have all New Balance shoes in my lineup for basketball shoes now, crazy good, best shoes I have ever worn, two way v4's and fresh foams 2's, just wow, the comfort, support, just work all the way around, tempted by these, but like you said, v4's and fresh foams are cheap right now, have a bunch on hand right now!
v4 or ff2 if you had to pick? Wanting to get my first pairof NB
Kawhi 4 is an amazing shoe too, too bad they stopped releasing them after 3 color ways for some unknown reason
@@TMAUGHAN24 That's a tough one, both great, the fresh foam twos have to be the most comfortable shoe I have ever worn, and the two way v4's are 2nd. I would go for the fresh foam two's, out of the box, unreal!
@@crystalpalace-yy54 Yes, very tempting, like all my new balance shoes, v3's, v4's, and fresh foams two's, not the most stylish shoes, but the Kawhi's, damn, didn't like the look, but the review were great for those, have to consider, but was always waiting for a new colorway!
@@safespaceinvader yea, love my pair and am awaiting new color ways too. Hopefully they come out with some once the new nba season starts
The goat posted
Thank you so much for the review. I need a good shoe with a wide/2E for pickleball, so I jumped on these right away. The problem with the size 2E on either New Balance, Adidas Barricade and other brands the wides sell out fast and restocking is virtually non-existent. Someone should let these companies know that they need t keep the Wide models in stock.
Yep. I really wanted to try the v4 but came too late and all the wides were sold out. Then when they released new color ways, they never came out in wide. Absurd.
Also aesthetically I think the V4 is better by far, it’s really cheap and amazing outdoors. I have 3 pairs and would highly recommend them
I just ordered 4 pairs of the v5
Just order these gonna be my first pair of 2wxy pretty excited to try them out
Feels illegal to be this early
Which is better for ankle stability/support in terms of rolled ankles, this or the Anta Kai 1?
Tried them on in store, the v5 upper material is softer compared to v4, and a little wider than the v4, but still too narrow for me as a 2E😢
Get then in 2e, that's why I got the v4
I just ordered the 2E thanks 🙏
Been looking forward to this one!
I wear Coco CG1s for high level pickleball and love them. Torn between my next pair being a CG2 or a pair of these TWO WXY V5s. Any tips to steer me in the right direction?
Is it considered a low cut or a high top shoe?
How does this compare to the Kawhi v4?
Love the reviews. Please do the KD 4
Great vid ! What’s your opinion, TWO WXY V5 or All Pro Nitro ?
Two wxy v5 is way better, I’ve worn both
Hello Zack! Thank you for your grest reviews. I am in need for an advice: i use gp turbo for almost 4 years and i want to get something else because i can not find gp turbo anymore. I have a hill pain problem and i want someting for this. I realy like gp turbo and i watched your videos and i understand that the mizunu wave enforce might be the best replacement. Please give me and andvice. Thank you so much for your amability!
V4 TRACTION WAS SO GOOD !
I have a question about the width of the shoe. I have orthotics and my shoes are 990v3 and 2E is the width I have with them as D is too narrow. But I tried other model and some at 2E were too wide.
Is this one similar to 990v3 width?
Tysm for this review doc. I’m a huge fan of the two wxy line. I’m a lighter guard and the v4 seemed a lil bottom heavy, are these better for lighter guards?
Question what are those black and purple new balance shoes on your wall? Can I find those ?
They’re last years Halloween coco cg1
Is this v5 as good as the v4 for heal pain and orthotics?
Will the 2E versions be the same fit as their 2E running shoes model? Here in PH you cant find any 2E versions of NB basketball shoes, wanting to buy overseas if thats the case for the fitting
Can you review the new Shaq shoes sold in Kohls? Please. It's called Shaq Raq Low. Sold for $45. I've heard it's on par with mid tier shoes for half the price.
Hey Doc, I think the outsole resembles a topographical map pattern. Don’t you agree? Talk nerdy to me..
FTZ, do you have any sense for what a 2E would add in metatarsal width(mw). I need a wide fit, with enough break-in give to accommodate a bunion issue. Since the V4 - 2E isn't available in Canada, I had been considering the Adidas Solematch Control(SC) - (not yet available in Canada) - for Pickleball. The SC and V5 seem to have similar specs, the SC having a MW of 9.9cm vs V5 (D) of 9.6
The local NB store was able to source me a V4 (2E) from the US but the true to size (10.5) still put a bit too much pressure on a minor Tailor's bunion on my right foot. When I returned them they indicated stores were advised they can not source Basketball shoes.
Right now the V5-2E is available in Canada. I'm wondering if a size 11 -2E would be a good fit and better option than waiting for the SC? My longest foot is 27.5 cm. You show the 11 V5 at 28.7 (vs NB Size guide at 29cm). That would be les than 1/2" room at the end of the shoe. Would 1/2" be too much, given the lock down ability of the V5?
Note: when I say 'wide" I'm talking bout 13cm - bunion to bunion on the outside.
Yes finally I can buy in peace
Hello Doc zach, May I ask if this new shoe model release is good for all position of hoopers?
Tell me you didn’t watch the video without telling me you didn’t watch the video
I wear size 11 in LeBron NXXT Gen. What size do you recommend I get for the Two Wxy V5?
11
@@kieransoregaard-utt8 thanks! That's what I ordered, can't wait to try them
wow 11 just got a major upgrade with new upper material. maybe you wanna check that out ?
Asics metarise 2 when?
How is the speed rating so high?? The inflare?
These are solid gym shoes too
Hi doc. Does the difference between the standard and wide fit is huge? I tried fitting them today standard and they feel snug. Im usually a size 11, slight wide feet.
I have kai 1s, quickpro and ac12v2 in size 11
It’s a few mm but at least to me it makes a big difference
@@FootDoctorZach Exactly. So, since you are going to give New Balance credit for offering multiple widths it seems reasonable to ask them how the data you publish on their D width shoe would change in the 2E size, when they send you the shoe.
For example:
In your review of the NB Two WXY V5 you show a metatarsal width of 9.6cm, then mention that a 2E is available (typically, till now, with one colour way of the V5 ... US only). review of the SoleMatch Control 2 shows a metatarsal width of 9.9cm in their standard width.
Notwithstanding the huge difference that other considerations will make (especially materials - type and positioning), can I assume that a V5-2E will have similar capacity to tolerate the various snake bites that welcome width?
Is there a reason that NB wouldn't provide you with the information needed to refine the data you take the time to provide?
G O A T
Nice looking 👟. I like the pattern on outsole
As a 2E, both the Two Wxy v4 and Pro BB v2 were unwearable in their standard width, too constricting around the forefoot in the metatarsal area.
Too bad New Balance doesn't sell wide versions of these shoes in Europe.
Agreed 😢 the standard width shoe of v4 hurt my toes
v4 was insanely narrow, I don’t understand how anyone wore that shoe. BB v2 wasn’t as bad, but yea, still narrow, as was Kawhi 4. Sucks they don’t sell 2E in Europe.
are these high top shoe?
Should i get these over the book 1s
Yep
This or WOW AC12 Encore?
just a question, but where are you finding the v4s for so cheap? i kinda wanna get one
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Can you do the ASICS metarise 2?
You really love NB shoes!
These days yep
Hey Zach finding your feet width. Do you use the scale at store that gives us the shoe size in length?
ruclips.net/video/sqn8k3tVl6c/видео.html
hi doctor, do you recommend me this shoe? i’m sg, 5’10, 17yo, 58kg, i just roll my ankle😢
Yes
is it safe to say that the New Balance TWO WXY v5 is one of the best basketball shoes for shock absorption, knee, hip, back pain?
It’s decent
@@FootDoctorZach How many on the "decent" list?
When does that gorgeous blue color way drop??
It’s out now- I bought them at the store
Dr, could you put all the measurement of mid foot and toe box width into the excel sheet? thank you
He does
@@crystalpalace-yy54 not all tho
@@crystalpalace-yy54 I mean every models
V4s are lighter, i will get the v5s once they go on sale.
@footDoctorzach do the serious only player 1
Sir can you please review the new anta shockwave
These or 361 quick pro?
I think these have more of a diving board effect . The 361 quick pro is more flat
I wanna buy the pink and blues for a mismatch
That would be cool
ar battle 2 review?
I have the same shirt 😅
Hell yes
Slick looking shoes
Hahaha, JM haters! You can’t hate on the Blue Arrow,😃
So does that mean it’s good for tailor’s bunions because the AR1s are DESTROYING my pinkie toe knuckles
Not surprised - the 2E is decent but not the D
Bad for JM haters 😂
Bad for jamal murray haters😂😂
Jamal Murray Haters! LOL!
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Foot Doctor Zach and Doctor Daniel Barrett, plastic surgeon, look so much alike it’s scary!
I thought it was a jogging shoe
Every time you those shoes I feel as if my wallet is cut! Give me those shoes instead of cutting them! I need to work for months in order to buy one of these!
Work smarter not harder.
Finally! Predicted the next shoe for review. Thank you so much doc zach 🤍