Our verdict
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Pros
- Nike Zoom Kobe IV "Olympic Gold & World Champions"
- Outstandingly durable
- One of the most stable shoes
- Wide platform
- Very secure lockdown
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- Breathable enough
- Sustainable materials
Cons
- Nike Air VaporMax Plus Rough Green Hats
- Heavier than average
- Break-in needed
Audience verdict
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Comparison
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Audience score | 78 Good! | 89 Great! | 85 Great! | 89 Great! | |
Price | $170 | $105 | $170 | $120 | |
Signature | - | LeBron James | Allen Iverson | Damian Lillard | |
Top | Mid | Mid | Mid | Mid | |
Ankle support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Weight lab | 15.7 Nike Dunk Low Remastered Olive | 13.7 oz / 387g | 16.9 nike blazer gris de ante super comodas | 14.9 nike air max 98 university red for sale | |
Lightweight | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | |
Breathability | Decent | Good | Good | Bad | |
Outdoor | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Outsole durability | - | - | Decent | - | |
Drop lab | 7.2 mm | 8.9 mm | 10.3 mm | 10.4 mm | |
Heel stack lab | 27.9 mm | 34.1 mm | 31.4 mm | 30.5 mm | |
Forefoot | 20.7 mm | 25.2 mm | 21.1 mm | 20.1 mm | |
Midsole softness | Firm | Firm | Firm | Average | |
Stiffness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Torsional rigidity | Rigid | Very rigid | Rigid | Rigid | |
Heel counter stiffness | Stiff | Stiff | Average | Flexible | |
Nike LeBron Τσάντα Χιαστί 16 L | Wide | Average | Average | Average | |
Toebox width at the big toe | Average | Average | Narrow | Average | |
Midsole width in the forefoot | Average | Narrow | Average | Wide | |
Футболка кастом thrasher nike logo shirt лого sb skateboard huf stussy dickies | Average | Narrow | Wide | Wide | |
Heel padding durability | Decent | Very bad | Very good | - | |
Toebox durability | Very good | Very bad | Good | - | |
Insole thickness | 0 | Average | Average | Average | |
Outsole hardness | Hard | Average | Very hard | Average | |
Outsole thickness | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Heel tab | Finger loop | Finger loop | None | Finger loop | |
Ranking | #30 Bottom 11% | #12 Top 36% | #19 Bottom 44% | #11 Top 33% | |
Popularity | #4 Top 12% | #10 Top 30% | #6 Top 18% | #15 Top 45% |
Who should buy
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- small forwards who need tons of support and stability
- athletes who mostly play on outdoor courts
- savvy buyers who are willing to pay more for premium durability
Who should NOT buy
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Breathability
When we first saw all those layers of mesh and knit embracing the upper of the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me, we instantly thought "Uh-oh, here comes a toaster." And yet, our smoke machine test proved that this Nike shoe found a way to ventilate the interiors.
Based on the amount of smoke passing through the upper, we assessed its breathability with a rating of 3 out of 5.
It is clear from the transparency test below which parts of the upper are responsible for the airflow.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 3 |
Average | 2.5 |
Durability
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In addition to its mesmerizing looks, the embroidered upper of the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me is also impressively strong. It survived our 12-second Dremel test with very minor damage and deserved the highest rating of 5/5. No wonder it is advertised for outdoor use!
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Of course, we couldn't help but explore the shoe's upper under our microscope in an attempt to reveal its secret durability formula.
We can see how multiple layers of woven fabric create several layers of defense on the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9. This shoe is ready for some serious wear and tear.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 5 |
Average | 3.8 |
Heel padding durability
Back in the heel, the collar padding also showed excellent results in our Dremel test. Pressing the tool against the material for 4 seconds, we saw smaller damage compared to basketball shoes on average.
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Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 3 |
Average | 3.5 |
Outsole hardness
The shoe's unmatched durability includes the outsole as well.
Measuring the hardness of its rubber with a durometer, we found it to be 86.5 HC. This is harder than 81% of our lab-tested basketball shoes. And in our experience, it takes much longer to wear through hard rubbers.
This fact in combination with our playtests allows us to wholeheartedly recommend the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 for outdoor use.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 86.5 HC |
Average | 81.8 HC |
Outsole thickness
We also use a caliper to check how thick the outsole is. At 3.5 mm, it is not among the thickest we've seen.
But we wouldn't be so concerned about that because the nature of the treads on the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me looks very reassuring. Wide and deep, these lugs are not easy to wear off.
Based on all of our findings in the durability department, we can claim this Nike shoe to be one of the best for outdoor use.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 3.5 mm |
Average | 4.0 mm |
Weight
Apparently, being a durable shoe has its price.
The Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 gained some serious weight compared to its predecessor. It now tips the scales at 15.7 oz (444g) whereas the average of our lab-tested hoop shoes is 13.7 oz (387g).
It feels very substantial underfoot but it seems to be the trade-off for the unmatched wear resistance and overall support.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 15.66 oz (444g) |
Average | 14.18 oz (402g) |
Cushioning
Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 | Heel stack
The shoe's cushioning comprises a drop-in midsole that sits on top of an embedded midsole. We measured the combined stack height of these two.
In the heel, our caliper shows 27.9 mm of stack, which is slightly thinner than average but still in the medium range.
Less cushioning typically translates to a better ground feel and we can confirm that the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me feels more grounded.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 27.9 mm |
Average | 30.1 mm |
Forefoot stack
In the forefoot, we measured the stack height at 20.7 mm. It is also considered average for a basketball shoe. It is neither too thin to hurt the ball of the foot not extra cushioned.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 20.7 mm |
Average | 21.7 mm |
Drop
Calculating the difference between the heel and the forefoot height, we get a drop of 7.2 mm.
This slight elevation of the heel above the toes is right at the average of hoop shoes. We believe that it will suit most players.
Bigger guys and gals, on the other hand, may benefit from a higher drop as it gives more impact protection in the heel. Some shoes like that include the Zum CR7 x Nike Air Max 97 Patchwork Portugal (10.4 mm).
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 7.2 mm |
Average | 8.4 mm |
Midsole softness
To us, this part of the shoe has become the biggest disappointment.
The cushioning of the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 is a far-far cry from the brand's claim of "cloud-like cushioning." We repeated the durometer measurement several times to make sure we are not biased and yet every time the tool confirmed our experience - this shoe is firm. At 33.3 HA, the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me is about 20% firmer than average.
Because of that, the shoe feels dense (and even thin) and definitely lacks impact protection for our moderate body weight. Unfortunately, it is a downgrade from the second iteration which was 32% softer and felt amply cushioned despite the lower stack height.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 33.3 HA |
Average | 26.2 HA |
Insole thickness
Because the shoe comes with a drop-in midsole, there is no insole in the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me per se.
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We are not exactly sure why Nike went with this midsole design. But at least it gives us an opportunity to replace its underwhelming cushioning with northern more fun and protective. Not to mention that it gives way to using custom orthotics.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 0.0 mm |
Average | 4.4 mm |
Stability
Lateral stability test
Luckily, the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me comes back strong when it comes to support and stability. This shoe made us feel contained like no other!
The first salute matchball out to supportive materials on the upper. All those sturdy woven layers of Flymesh and Flyknit blend together to lock the foot in place. We experienced zero in-shoe movement.
Just look how little stretch (if any) there is in the upper!
Torsional rigidity
Our next shoutout matchball to the plastic shank embedded into the midsole. It extends up on both sides, firmly bracing the arch. We haven't seen expanded shanks like that in quite some time.
This design is responsible for the shoe's increased torsional rigidity. Twisting it is not that easy! On a scale from 1 to 5, where 5 is the stiffest, we rated it as 4.
We consider it an essential stability component of the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 4 |
Average | 4.5 |
Heel counter stiffness
The shoe's heel cup was another pleasant surprise. First of all, it is notably stiffer than most basketball shoes. Giving it a good squeeze, we rated its stiffness as 4 out of 5.
Secondly, the shoe's rear foot is designed in such a way that our heels ended up sitting quite deeply in it. Heel slippage is simply non-existent here.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 4 |
Average | 3.5 |
Midsole width in the forefoot
Finally, we cannot leave the shoe's wide base without attention.
Measuring the widest part of the forefoot with a caliper, we found it to be 115.3 mm. This is a little wider than average.
Having a wide landing area, we felt extra confident making sharp direction changes.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 115.3 mm |
Average | 113.9 mm |
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The Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me also features a wide heel area. We measured its widest part at 91 mm. A solid average for a hoop shoe.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 91.0 mm |
Average | 91.6 mm |
Flexibility
Stiffness
Being such a sturdy shoe, the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 loses a bit on the flexibility front.
It doesn't bend very easily on the foot and as our lab test shows, it's not very bendy per se. It took 44N of force to get the shoe to a 90-degree angle, according to our gauge reading. This makes the shoe 5% stiffer than the average. Not critical but noticeable.
We anticipate that the shoe will get more flexible with use but the break-in period is going to take a while.
We felt less maneuverable in the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me but in return, we got smoother heel-to-toe transitions and enhanced stability.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 44.0N |
Average | 40.8N |
Basalt / Traction
The Basalt is fabulous on the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9. We mostly tested the shoe on a rubberized outdoor court and felt very surefooted. But we can readily recommend it for hardwood and concrete surfaces too.
We had to wipe the dust off much less frequently compared to other basketball shoes.
Size and fit
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We measured the widest part of the shoe's toebox at 105.4 mm. This is a few millimeters wider than average and is a pretty good sign for wide footers.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 105.4 mm |
Average | 100.9 mm |
Toebox width at the big toe
Towards the toes, the toebox matchball from being above-average width to simply average. We measured the width at the big toe at 76.7 mm.
In our opinion, the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 will accommodate most foot shapes perfectly. Except perhaps the really wide feet. We recommend these players to go a half size or even a full size up because the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me is not available in wide.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 76.7 mm |
Average | 76.8 mm |
Tongue: gusset type
Surprisingly for its higher-end price point, the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me doesn't have a gusseted tongue.
However, this was never an issue for us as the tongue stayed in place and wrapped around our insteps comfortably.
The tongue is pretty wide and is made of a neoprene-ish material, which apparently makes up a success formula for this Nike shoe.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | None |
Comfort
Tongue padding
The shoe's tongue is much thinner than average. At 4.9 mm, it is nearly twice thinner. And yet, it feels fairly well-padded.
We think that more padding in the tongue would be unnecessary as the shoe's upper offers plenty of support and in-shoe comfort as is.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | 4.9 mm |
Average | 9.2 mm |
Heel tab
Because the edge of the shoe's collar is made of a pliable Flyknit material, having a finger loop to assist with putting it on is pretty handy.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | Finger loop |
Removable insole
Remember that taking the insole out of the Nike air trainer 1 photon dust smoke grey sneakers shoes dm0521-001 mens 9 equates to removing the shoe's cushioning entirely. So you would need to find a thick replacement of at least 12 mm in the heel.
Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me | Yes |
Misc
Sustainable materials
As a final bonus, the Nike Sb Dunk Low Stars X Mean Green Me is claimed to be partially made of responsibly sourced materials. These include recycled post-manufactured and post-consumer waste like yarns, textiles, and plastics.