Kicksnet Basketball Shoe Reviews

NCAA Tournament Kicks

admin — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:28:02 +0000

What a great first 2 days of the NCAA basketball tournament! There have been some great buzzer beaters! Who is gonna win the whole thing? Post a comment below with your choice for the winner of the tournament + your fave tournament shoes… and we will enter you into the $25 Eastbay gift certificate drawing! We will make this drawing @ the end of March Madnesss and send you email notification if you win!

Here is a list of the kicks we have seen in action during the NCAA Basketball tourney:

Zoom Kobe V

Adidas Young Guns

Adidas Pro Model

Nike Kevin Durant 2

Jordan Brand Melo M6

Nike Hypermax TB

Nike Blue Chip 2

Lebron Soldier 3

Zoom Kobe V

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:58:40 +0000

The Kobe V by Nike features zoom air and is one of the lightest low top basketball shoe ever made. Designed to keep Kobe low and fast the Zoom Kobe V is an upgrade from the Kobe 4 weighing in at only 10.6 ounces. While lightweight, performance does not suffer… it will take all the punishment you can deliver while giving back consistently. Flywire and Zoom Air allow for this next level performance.

While its core strength comes from the heel cup, the flywire straps support and lock-down lateral support mechanisms are unparalleled. Lateral cuts are adeptly handled by outrigger sole elements which also add lightweight support.

Design elements include EKG like grooves in the outsole, snakeskin print on some colorways and flywire imprints throughout. See all available colorways here…

Kobe V Features

External heel counter for acts as an anchor for the rest of the shoes support and stability
Memory Foam Cushioning in the collar for comfort
The new generation Flywire for ultra-lightweight support
Ventilation perforations in the toe
Nike Zoom units in heel and forefoot for lightweight and responsive cushioning
Full-length Phylon midsole for lightweight cushioning and comfort
Midfoot shank plate for arch support
Heel cushion split to disperse impact shock
Solid rubber outsole with herringbone and EKG pattern for non-marking traction and lightweight durability
Flex grooves for enhanced articulation and flexibility matching your natural foot movement
Weight: 10.6 ounces (men’s size 9)
Learn more about the Kobe 5

Sprained Ankle Injury and Rehab

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:38:16 +0000

If you are a basketball player… you have sprained your ankle. Dealing with the injury is very important, not only to get you back on the court but to ensure that you don’t have any permanent damage. Our ankle anatomy page is designed to help you deal with the immediate injury and also prevent further injury by education. Learn more on the ankle anatomy & injury page.

We recommend few ankle braces based on our experience and testing. Our favorite ankle brace is the Rocket Sock, but this is ~~normally only prescribed by a doctor~~ (we found them available here). If you have permanent ligament damage and your doctor recommends a brace – be sure to request the Rocket Sock! We also have shopped around and tested several different ankle braces. These are the ones endorse for online ordering: Adidas Ankle Brace & ASO EVO Ankle Brace

Nice Slam Dunk and Coach goes CRZY

admin — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:53:23 +0000

Funny stuff here…

Adidas 2010 Basketball Shoes

admin — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:00:17 +0000

Dwight Howard, Tim Duncan, Tracy McGrady, Chauncy Billups and Derrick Rose are all wearing this years latest from Adidas. While they have a small market share, the Adidas basketball technology and performance cannot be denied. The 2010 lineup includes the TS Supernatural Creator, TS Supernatural Commander, TS Cut Creator and the Pro Model. Each of these shoes comes in several colors. See current available colors here…

Technology enhancements includes Adidas proprietary Climacool®, ForMotion® pods deliver quickness and motion control. adiPRENE®+ in the forefoot and TORSION® SYSTEM mid foot and arch support and protection.

The adidas techfit lineup of workout gear and protection is also a great addition to protect atheletes from the aches and pains of everyday injuries like bruises, sprains and abasions. Learn more about the techfit lineup.

Kevin Durant by Nike!

admin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:36:21 +0000

Kevin Durant came into the NBA with a splash… He got the big shoe contract. He got the $$$$. I’m sure he got the girls…

Nike’s new KD II [Kevin Durant 2] is a minimalist shoe similar to the original KD1, but don’t let its simple lines confuse you… Like KD himself, the Kevin Durant shoe by Nike is a stunning performer. Its elegant lines belie a workhorse mentality with strength and resiliency required by big men. Lateral support is its strongest feature and the high cut supports your ankle breaking impacts. This shoe will fit those long skinny feet power players the best and this years added strap seals in the power and comfort provided by zoom air units. Oh wait… its cheap too! Get a pair of these for practice days if nothing else – you know its not good to wear the same shoes to ball in everyday, right? Learn more about the KD2 and its available colorways…

Chris Paul Jordans

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:32:22 +0000

The all new CPIII add a stylish high performing shoe to Jordan Brands already impressive collection for 2010.

The Chris Paul 3 comes in 5 different colorways… and are one of the least expensive in the Jordan lineup.

The CPIII is definitely a high performance basketball shoe designed to support speed and quickness along with power and finesse. Being a low mid cut shoe, ankle support is the only lacking feature, but the shoe more than makes up for this in its performance and all around comfort. Learn more about the Air Jordan CP3.III

Jump & Speed Training

admin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:12:32 +0000

The all new Katapult Training Shoe has been redesigned to help you take your training and in turn your speed to the next level! Build your fast twitch muscle response thus increasing your quickness and agility… These jump training shoes will catapult your game. They are a perfect addition to the plyometric and speed training you are probably already doing.

Comes with an instructional and training DVD and a stretching strap. Also includes a 52 week training program and a laminated workout card for guidance. Learn More…

Your competition is using them… so you better be ready to compete!

Air Jordan 2010

admin — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 18:32:04 +0000

Released Feb. 13th! The all new Air Jordan 25 appears to live up to all of the hype. It employes several new technologies and a few favorites consistent with the Jordan Brand over the last few AJ iterations. These include a full length low profile zoom air unit, deployed in a new position – closest to the ground, right above the sole. This should allow for a more customized fitted cushion in the footbed while still providing the impact padding and springy support we are used to. An additional zoom-air unit is located in the heel to help with jump impact. The unique “gimmick” of the AJ2010 is a see through circle in the upper. It provides breathability and transparency… into your sock. We are guessing there will be some custom socks with the Jordan Brand Logo on the side appearing in stores.

See more pictures here and a video here. Also see the Jumpman 23 website with a full set of features and descriptions about the New Air Jordans.

See our full Air Jordan 2010 Review here.

Jordan Brand Team Shoes 09

admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:13:24 +0000

Air Jordan brand has released several great performance shoes this year. Keynoted by the Air Jordan 24 and punctuated with the addition of several throwbacks and built for style mix and match across the years conglomeration shoes, the Jordan Brand has successfully played to the booming streetwear only market. We often see the streetwear shoes on the court, but understandably the technology and performance harkens back to the previous era when these shoes were popular.

Below are the Jordan Brand shoes designed for some real action. The Jordan 09 is a great all around performer and except for its wieght issue is a solid long lasting kick with its own unique style. Also seen below are the Jordan Hallowed Ground which is a mix of the past shoe that actually does perform, the Jordan Element – a next generation of Air Jordan, the Jordan CP3, Jordan Ol’ School III, the Melo M6, the Air Jordan DMP 7, the Jordan Schoolin, Jordan Dentro, Jumpman Elite, Jordan 2.5 Team Shoe and finally the Jordan Flight 45. You could also play in the Jordan 6 rings… however my personal experience with the sole cushioning was poor enought the first time around that I’ll forgo adding it to this list

Jordan Brand has made an effort in the Team Shoe category by offering multiple colorways in the Jordan Team Shoe, and with the Jumpman Elite, Melo M6 and finally the Jordan Ol School.

Sources: nicekicks.com, theshoegame.com, geeksneakers.com, individualsole.com, bayareakicks.com, dimemag.com and eastbay.com