Whoever complains about the content you put in, doesn’t understand the importance of your content. I appreciate this and all your videos. Your content has helped me multiple times make a more educated decision when buying a new pair of kicks. 👏🏽
🚨Cut the shoes in half🚨 that is by far the best thing about your content. I’ve purchased some amazing basketball shoes after watching you (cut them in half) and show me all the unseen stuff that makes a basketball shoe worth the $200 price tag. Thanks so much! Love your content.
I have the normal lebron 21s and they’re literally the best shoe I’ve ever hooped in, traction is incredible and I play on dusty courts. I’m a big guard that puts a lot of force into the shoes and lots of fast powerful footwork
You’re the first on youtube talking about the difference between outsoles based on their color, I’ve been adressing that point to many youtubers talking about my experience in… table tennis ! fact is: the chinese national team uses the black version of the DHS Hurricane III rubber on their rackets on the forehand side because it has more grip, more tackiness than the red version. In the dying + vulcanization process pigments play a huge part. Thanks for confirming my thought !
This is why i like this channel, most reviewers will tell you that both versions feel the same but you broke down the differences with visual proof. Its one thing to claim they feel different but you broke down why they feel different and i appreciate that.
When you've got dozens, if not hundreds of shoe reviewers in the internet, you have to have something unique to offer. And that's what's great about this channel: 1. He's a foot doctor. 2. He goes into the technical details of a shoe. 3. He puts a score in the review. I personally prefer a quantifiable justification of what's good in a product I'm getting. At the end of the day, it will be subjective, but it's a really good guide for those who want to make the most out of their hard earned money.
the thing is that they didn't actually market these as v2 but its like a new colorway for the 21s, so one may not have known if they didn't research on sneakers😂
People who complain why you cut shoes to see the tech used and be able to explain why specific things make or break the shoes, don't appreciate your efforts.
i have both pairs. i perfer the lite version, the leather is a bit stiff and my ankle feels weird in the old ones. the new ones feel a bit better but overall they are basiclly the same
I was seconds from clicking buy on these and decided to watch this video. I'm a 4E (the foot width section is the second most important part to me) so this was clutch.
Keep doing what your doing, I always look forward to the cutting in half of the shoe its like the desert to end the night after a the main course haha, love your channel
I'd rather thank you, Zach, because you're saving us all money by cutting a sneaker and analyzing it down to the minute! what do we even buy and wear on it
Thanks for another review and breakdown Doc. Just a heads up. When you did the breathability test. You accidentally wrote “F” instead of “C” (on the original / purple LBJ 21’s). 8:44
4:51 I can confirm that the gameday pro helped me break these in after 3/4 hours. Horrendous cramping for the first 2/3 hours and then just amazing, no pinching from the uppers at all even on the revised design
Thanks again for a wonderful review. I have this Inspiration/what the Color, though they’ve never been on my feet. Swooshes and soles glow in the dark.
I think Nike just dont want to directly say but the reason they have this LB21 lite is to improve the sole seps that is very evidet in the first version
The 21 reimagined are incredibly tight around the toes. My right pinky toe takes so much punishment even after a short time wearing them. Wish I would have gone at least a .5 size up. The og 21’s are perfect fitting at TTS. What a big issue this is though…
The uppers of these look better, but they are so uncomfortable compared to the initial release of the 21 (I know I'm just parroting Zach). When the Leather or suede breaks in on the original, it conforms and hugs your foot. One of the best feeling shoes. There is no breaking in the plastic feeling caging of the updated version. If you have a high arch, absolutely forget about it. It'll feel like you've put your foot into a colorful prison, and actually the bounce from the zoom units pushes your foot into the uppers more whenever you jump. My feet have never felt so bad after trying to break these in.
The OG 21s are hard enough to break in, even going up 1/2 size. The length & width are OK, but low forefoot height is crushing my big toes. If the new 21s are even stiffer, they're a hard pass for me. Shoes shouldn't be such a hassle, and Nikes tend to fit me the worst. NB's Two Wxy V3 & V4 fit me much better in the same size.
Great evaluation and assessment! As a Coach, Teacher and athlete, I find value in your delivery. Looking forward to your next video review!! Coach Deuce Larmond PE Nutrition and Innovation
Man I’ve played a few games in the updated Lebron 21 “optimism” and they are STIFF!! I wish I had this when I first purchased. Don’t feel like I get much foot flex. I also wear vivo barefoot shoes most of my other days so for the stiffness I’d pass
Will you do a review on the Lebron 21 Multi Pink? Is that one more like the original Lebron 21 or is it more like the newer 21 Lite? Thanks in advance!
The 21s feels too heavy on my foot (I know it’s just slightly heavier in weight) , 20s are way better, I think the tongue and laces are the problem and they hurt my feet.
This might be a dumb question but for these newer lebron 21s (resilient, Easter, all red, lite) will they eventually be as cheap as $100-$120 like the original lebron 21s that are always on sale?
No idea- havent gotten the 2's on my feet yet- my guess is the 2's are going to be good but that doesn't mean the 1's still wont be plus they're on deep discount now
@FootDoctorZach you could hear the material stretch and give. It sounded like cracks, but thankfully, there was no damage. But now it's a truly comfortable fit
Can you please review adidaa dame8 agein bc i am looking forward in buying them and some people told me they are bad… i am point guard and i need good shoe for upcoming season
not gonna lie its almost so interesting to see the sneaker cut in half so you can understand the tech behind it and all, but imma be honest my heart bleeds a little bit every time zach cuts them up lol
@@lyinbobbycottonseed i don’t care about the production cost or final price tag that’s not the point of my comment. The sneakers could go for 5 bucks and I’d still be like „damn those were a good pair of sneakers“bc i‘m a sneakerhead through and through and i was taught to not be wasteful with living essentials etc. That’s why i said it’s interesting but „my heart bleeds“.
Hey @FootDoctorZach, I want to get a podiatrist’s opinion on this. In the Philippines, as a child, I played basketball in flip flops a lot on the streets because I could not afford any basketball shoes. Now I’m in my 40’s, I have lots of knee and foot pain. Could playing in flip flops as a child and in my teens have contributed to that?
It's basically AC11 vs AC11 V2 all over again it seems Guess it's best to avoid the new gen 21 for my 2E flat feet, which is a shame since I dig the James Gang all red colorway ._.
does anyone have midsole soreness after playing with lebron 21s? I cant seem to find the issue with it and is the only shoe I have problem with when I have other lebrons(17, 18, 20)
Just because no one else is talking about it doesn’t mean it’s good for you- everyone’s feet are different so make sure to listen to your body not other peoples individual experiences
I mean the suede (purple) and leather (first gen colorway) versions of nxxt gen ampd since those seem to have more forgiving upper than the patent version.
Well somebody has to cut the shoes open and hold these companies accountable. Trump meme “somebody hadda do it. I am the chosen one” this channel helps me understand what I’m looking at when I’m window shopping or really shopping.
Has nothing to do with your content but lebron and nike has copy kobe shoe legacy they couldn't give him his own shoe design man if lebron and nike could they would copy jordans but lebron would have to admit jordan is the goat
Hey Doctor Zach! Question, I know the video is about the new version of the LeBrons 21, I have the original version. The thing is, I’ve had a little bit of pain on both feet where the first eyelid is at. ¿Is there any way I could get rid of the pain while still using them? I think it’s due to the metal eyelids. Thanks!
Yeah a few- i usually use an apollo space capsule shaped adhesive pad on the inside but I also will have a video on this coming soonish with some products made specifically for this releasing soon
New Video Series! ruclips.net/p/PLueXMXW_iViMAWeufUvEFBa4lga_QkYax
Zach, there's a whole community that appreciates your channel and the work you do on and OFF the internet. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏
Whoever complains about the content you put in, doesn’t understand the importance of your content. I appreciate this and all your videos. Your content has helped me multiple times make a more educated decision when buying a new pair of kicks. 👏🏽
I appreciate you
My only complaint ever is WHY DID YOU HAVE TO CUT OPEN THE NUMBERED PAIR OF BOOK 1S 😭😭😫😫 THAT WAS PAINFUL TO WATCH
@@FootDoctorZach Zach, what are the best casual/outfit shoes for wide feet?
Thank you for your work Zach !
@@t..454Go with NB they have width options
That's the thing I love the most about your channel. that you cut open the shoes and let us see the inside.
Glad you enjoy it
You cutting open the shoe makes you the best shoe reviewer I know, besides the already good testing
Just keep doing what you do!
I appreciate you
🚨Cut the shoes in half🚨 that is by far the best thing about your content. I’ve purchased some amazing basketball shoes after watching you (cut them in half) and show me all the unseen stuff that makes a basketball shoe worth the $200 price tag. Thanks so much! Love your content.
I agree. However. I wish he didn't show the knife...
Watching it my heart sank like NOOOOOOOOOOOOOL
I have the normal lebron 21s and they’re literally the best shoe I’ve ever hooped in, traction is incredible and I play on dusty courts. I’m a big guard that puts a lot of force into the shoes and lots of fast powerful footwork
You’re the first on youtube talking about the difference between outsoles based on their color, I’ve been adressing that point to many youtubers talking about my experience in… table tennis ! fact is: the chinese national team uses the black version of the DHS Hurricane III rubber on their rackets on the forehand side because it has more grip, more tackiness than the red version. In the dying + vulcanization process pigments play a huge part. Thanks for confirming my thought !
Thats really interesting
They should have released these as the intial release. They look way better and the upper is more durable.
This content actually helps alot ALOT
This is why i like this channel, most reviewers will tell you that both versions feel the same but you broke down the differences with visual proof. Its one thing to claim they feel different but you broke down why they feel different
and i appreciate that.
Glad you got something out of it
When you've got dozens, if not hundreds of shoe reviewers in the internet, you have to have something unique to offer. And that's what's great about this channel: 1. He's a foot doctor. 2. He goes into the technical details of a shoe. 3. He puts a score in the review. I personally prefer a quantifiable justification of what's good in a product I'm getting.
At the end of the day, it will be subjective, but it's a really good guide for those who want to make the most out of their hard earned money.
I appreciate it- yeah very true it’s always going to be somewhat subjective but as long as it’s consistent I think I works
@@FootDoctorZach and in terms of consistency you have it. keep it up!
the thing is that they didn't actually market these as v2 but its like a new colorway for the 21s, so one may not have known if they didn't research on sneakers😂
I wasn't even going to review them until I played in them and realized how different they were
this may sound stupid but are these lebron 21 lites just this colourway of the lebron 21s, or are they a different product with seperate pages etc
@@HengyOfficial from what weartesters say everything from the box to the name its still just lebron 21 no lite no v2,
@@zense7721 so if I were to get this colour way there would be no difference to getting a different colour way
@@lionelgrisbane ye ik i must’ve missed it
Really appreciate for keeping that discussion about the bunion/ tailors bunion problem 👍🏻 thanks doc
People who complain why you cut shoes to see the tech used and be able to explain why specific things make or break the shoes, don't appreciate your efforts.
i have both pairs. i perfer the lite version, the leather is a bit stiff and my ankle feels weird in the old ones. the new ones feel a bit better but overall they are basiclly the same
im getting the lite color hes reviewing and i was a bit paranoid but you made me feel better. how tall are you btw?
Just got these for 130. Had to, I’m a bron fan, I like stiff shoes and I like the what the series and I had to cop at that great price.
I was seconds from clicking buy on these and decided to watch this video. I'm a 4E (the foot width section is the second most important part to me) so this was clutch.
Keep doing what your doing, I always look forward to the cutting in half of the shoe its like the desert to end the night after a the main course haha, love your channel
Thanks I appreciate it
Hooped In The Wolf Grey CW Yesterday They Were Fine Other Than The Pain I Felt Taking Them Off, Hopefully They Get Better As I Break Them In
I'd rather thank you, Zach, because you're saving us all money by cutting a sneaker and analyzing it down to the minute! what do we even buy and wear on it
Thanks for another review and breakdown Doc.
Just a heads up. When you did the breathability test. You accidentally wrote “F” instead of “C” (on the original / purple LBJ 21’s). 8:44
4:51 I can confirm that the gameday pro helped me break these in after 3/4 hours. Horrendous cramping for the first 2/3 hours and then just amazing, no pinching from the uppers at all even on the revised design
The grey colorway of the reimagined 21 doesn’t seem like it has that wax coat
Do you have tips for the shoelace? It's too short and always comes loose in the middle of the game. Can't double tie the knot
Skip the one eyelets before the last one, that one performance review video from weartesters channel mentioned about it too
Thanks again for a wonderful review. I have this Inspiration/what the Color, though they’ve never been on my feet. Swooshes and soles glow in the dark.
Excited for the lining liren assasin review
I think Nike just dont want to directly say but the reason they have this LB21 lite is to improve the sole seps that is very evidet in the first version
The 21 reimagined are incredibly tight around the toes. My right pinky toe takes so much punishment even after a short time wearing them. Wish I would have gone at least a .5 size up. The og 21’s are perfect fitting at TTS. What a big issue this is though…
The uppers of these look better, but they are so uncomfortable compared to the initial release of the 21 (I know I'm just parroting Zach). When the Leather or suede breaks in on the original, it conforms and hugs your foot. One of the best feeling shoes.
There is no breaking in the plastic feeling caging of the updated version.
If you have a high arch, absolutely forget about it. It'll feel like you've put your foot into a colorful prison, and actually the bounce from the zoom units pushes your foot into the uppers more whenever you jump. My feet have never felt so bad after trying to break these in.
Not surprised
who ask that question??? that's the whole point that Zach is awesome!
Hey Doc, can you do a video on the UA Curry 4 Retros. I'm really curious to see the differences between them and the 4 Flotros. Thanks a lot.
The OG 21s are hard enough to break in, even going up 1/2 size. The length & width are OK, but low forefoot height is crushing my big toes. If the new 21s are even stiffer, they're a hard pass for me. Shoes shouldn't be such a hassle, and Nikes tend to fit me the worst. NB's Two Wxy V3 & V4 fit me much better in the same size.
Great evaluation and assessment! As a Coach, Teacher and athlete, I find value in your delivery.
Looking forward to your next video review!!
Coach Deuce Larmond
PE Nutrition and Innovation
Man I’ve played a few games in the updated Lebron 21 “optimism” and they are STIFF!! I wish I had this when I first purchased. Don’t feel like I get much foot flex. I also wear vivo barefoot shoes most of my other days so for the stiffness I’d pass
Unfortunately these have a tight toe box. I had to return them back to Nike. 🤨
true. I return mine too
The sneaker grave yard at your crib has to be insane 😂😂😂
lol - at least I don’t have anything to steal
Thx for this video! Will you review the Eqlz shoe?
If I can get one- tried and my size was sold out
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks for your great work! Appreciate you taking the time to reply!
Will you do a review on the Lebron 21 Multi Pink? Is that one more like the original Lebron 21 or is it more like the newer 21 Lite? Thanks in advance!
The 21s feels too heavy on my foot (I know it’s just slightly heavier in weight) , 20s are way better, I think the tongue and laces are the problem and they hurt my feet.
can you review the Big3 5.0 quick/ quick pro they are selling at 70usd but have a carbon fiber plate.
I think they’re in the mail
Midsole teardown always my favorite part
Hey Doc, can you please review the standard yushuai 18 compared to the ultra?
Can you do a video with the best shoes with full length carbon fiber
The 21 lite hurt my feet so bad and make my feet cramp up so bad I went true to size and the break in time is taking forever and so painful
Been seeing that comment a few times now after releasing this
This might be a dumb question but for these newer lebron 21s (resilient, Easter, all red, lite) will they eventually be as cheap as $100-$120 like the original lebron 21s that are always on sale?
I would guess
Why my foot burning when I'm playing
Hey Doc can you do a review for the ANTA ZAP 1? (Donte Divincenzo)
You should try and get the new Kobe 4s coming soon I would love to see your review of them
I’ll try
Pls review the 361 DVD 2, tnx Doc!
Great review I wish u cut the new ones apart
Really nothing new to see inside - it’s all outside changes
I’m curious, could you use a heat gun, to melt down the coating (wax/plastic) on the upper?
You should do a pair of rep kobes
They are called optimism!!!! 21 colorway
Hey Zach, do you think I should get the Sabrina 1s or wait for the 2s
No idea- havent gotten the 2's on my feet yet- my guess is the 2's are going to be good but that doesn't mean the 1's still wont be plus they're on deep discount now
The stiffness is was put me off. But I bought a shoe widening tool and they are just as comfortable
Did it kink the wax?
@FootDoctorZach you could hear the material stretch and give. It sounded like cracks, but thankfully, there was no damage. But now it's a truly comfortable fit
Give me those leather uppers any day. Even when it's hot.
Never stop cutting up shoes!
What would be a good shoe for after bunion surgery ?
Can you review the pegasus 41 please thx
Can you please review adidaa dame8 agein bc i am looking forward in buying them and some people told me they are bad… i am point guard and i need good shoe for upcoming season
not gonna lie its almost so interesting to see the sneaker cut in half so you can understand the tech behind it and all, but imma be honest my heart bleeds a little bit every time zach cuts them up lol
@@lyinbobbycottonseed i don’t care about the production cost or final price tag that’s not the point of my comment. The sneakers could go for 5 bucks and I’d still be like „damn those were a good pair of sneakers“bc i‘m a sneakerhead through and through and i was taught to not be wasteful with living essentials etc. That’s why i said it’s interesting but „my heart bleeds“.
So have you been improving in basketball due to the reviews? 😂
I don't know about that but I have gotten jumpers knee so as awkward as I was before due to skill I'm equally now due to pain
@@FootDoctorZach Get well soon Doc! 🙏🏻
Officially a baller, welcome to the club doc@@FootDoctorZach
Hey @FootDoctorZach, I want to get a podiatrist’s opinion on this. In the Philippines, as a child, I played basketball in flip flops a lot on the streets because I could not afford any basketball shoes. Now I’m in my 40’s, I have lots of knee and foot pain. Could playing in flip flops as a child and in my teens have contributed to that?
Yep
Can you do the Nike Hyperace 3 please!?
Hey can you do a review on the Li-Ning Badfive 2s or 3s, you can get a pair off Ali Express or GOAT and maybe the Li-Ning web
Lol as long as you're spending my money can i get that new Lego radio set?
@@FootDoctorZach 😂😂
I was really interested in this version, especially this colorway, but the upper gives me major pause after this review 😬 😖
Not for everyone
@@FootDoctorZach appreciate you always breaking things down so thoroughly so we can make informed decisions! 👏
It's basically AC11 vs AC11 V2 all over again it seems
Guess it's best to avoid the new gen 21 for my 2E flat feet, which is a shame since I dig the James Gang all red colorway ._.
Get the all red next gen ampd they will fit u better more room in those
can the lebron 21 could be used for tennis as well?
Is that colorway good for use not only on basketball but for every day use like going to the mall?
Yep
Correction!! you don't cut all shoes. I haven't seen you cut open the kobes. Not consistence there.
Damn, Kobe's are hard to find. Not like what he cuts
@@bornoktv2073 I'm just pointing out the inconsistencies
Which better lebron 21 / gt cut 2 ???
Performan Review lebron 21 easter pless❤
I have the same foot pain. I used it twice and hope it won't on 3rd.
Do you recommend move insoles here?
I doubt they'll do anything tbh- the midsole is fine its the uppers
Metal laces collar or loop hole or what it’s called were a problem on the ankle as well in this still true?
Nothing changed from the original so if you had issues then you’ll still with these
i got the lebron 21 lite cool grey colorway. i wonder if its different performance from this multi colored one
It's same material
The cool grey are the new version it's the same as multicolor
Algae most comfy XXI
Do the Eql 247
If i can get a pair- tried and my size was out in both colorways
does anyone have midsole soreness after playing with lebron 21s? I cant seem to find the issue with it and is the only shoe I have problem with when I have other lebrons(17, 18, 20)
Just because no one else is talking about it doesn’t mean it’s good for you- everyone’s feet are different so make sure to listen to your body not other peoples individual experiences
can you break it in using blow dryer while wearing it?🤔
You could but then it also could make the uppers a little brittle once the hot cold cycle plays out
Does the same observation apply to the nxxt gen and nxxt gen ampd?
Kinda not really- I talk about it in detail in the dedicated review to them
I mean the suede (purple) and leather (first gen colorway) versions of nxxt gen ampd since those seem to have more forgiving upper than the patent version.
People complained about cutting the shoe and you didn’t cut the shoe here 🤷
Already had it cut open and nothing new on the inside so no real point - I’d rather save them for future videos
I can’t play in the 21s for more than 2 games. My feet get sooooo hot in them
i like the shoe anyway
I had to put a heat gun to the upper to break these in lol.
I was going to say that but like other similar products the heat gun can end up making it brittle
@@FootDoctorZach oh! I didn’t know that. I’ll have to be careful. Thanks!
TKS
AMPD or 21 Lite??
Watch both reviews and see which gels with you more
361° big 3 5.0 quick pro
In the mail
Looking foward to it
People are just jealous that you can cut shoes open because you got another 20 pairs ready to go right behind it! 😂
Haha not exactly
review DVD 2.0
Well somebody has to cut the shoes open and hold these companies accountable. Trump meme “somebody hadda do it. I am the chosen one” this channel helps me understand what I’m looking at when I’m window shopping or really shopping.
Yeees
💯🔥
Has nothing to do with your content but lebron and nike has copy kobe shoe legacy they couldn't give him his own shoe design man if lebron and nike could they would copy jordans but lebron would have to admit jordan is the goat
these are called the Lebron Flops
Hey Doctor Zach! Question, I know the video is about the new version of the LeBrons 21, I have the original version. The thing is, I’ve had a little bit of pain on both feet where the first eyelid is at. ¿Is there any way I could get rid of the pain while still using them? I think it’s due to the metal eyelids. Thanks!
Yeah a few- i usually use an apollo space capsule shaped adhesive pad on the inside but I also will have a video on this coming soonish with some products made specifically for this releasing soon
Take em off with some pliers
@@FootDoctorZach Thanks a lot for the feedback! Looking forward to the video :)
@@enriquejacoby592 I think it might affect the material or something else, I don’t know though, I’ll keep that as my last option, thanks!
@@nutuli113 it wont