Category : shoes

The basketball shoes are considered as the weapon of the wearers in the game which play so much important role on the court when they are handling with the rigors of the game. There are several features required in the shoes due to the game’s constant starting, abrupt stopping, high jumps and quick side-to-side movements; features must include durability, support, stability, flexibility and shock absorption. The biggest two of the sneakers producers of Nike and Adidas do well in their shoes. Before determining to choose the shoe, to know the construction of the shoe is necessary. The shoe cut, materials and closure system are three elements in a shoe. There are high-cut, mid-cut and low-cut shoes, and up to 70% players prefer the high-cut shoes due to the maximum ankle support that the shoe offers. As for the materials that used in the basketball shoes, the shoe with all leather upper does not exist any longer. The lightweight combination materials mixed the stability and durability of leather with the breathability and flexibility of synthetic mesh is frequently used.

Apart from the shoe cut and materials of the shoe, a good closure system in the shoes is very important. There are now in the market four types of closure system, they are laces, straps, zippers and velcro. The velcro closure is good for children. And in order to offer good closure, many basketball shoes are designed with both laces and straps. After receiving a general knowledge of shoe, now we come to the tips of How To Choose Your Favourite Shoes. Nowadays, there are a large different kinds of cheap basketball shoes available in the market, and some tips for choosing a good pair of shoes for one are needed. Overall, it is the basic factor in choosing the shoes that is “What is the position that you are playing in the game?” According to different positions in the game, there are different types of shoes required.

For example, for the power players, the shoe with maximum cushioning and stability is needed. And all-around players should wear shoes that offer moderate ankle support and cushioning, and the shoes must be fairly lightweight. For those fast players, they would choose a lightweight shoe that offers moderate support, cushioning and flexibility, and with a lower-cut. At this point, Nike basketball shoes are more popular by the players.

In so many sports brands which is your best like or favorite? I believe most people would answer Nike. Nike is the world’s first sports brand, and it also the first choice when most people choose the sports equipage. In Nike’s Air Jordan series, similar to the myth and not many shoes that can be compared is the Air Max series. And so this series could became myth, of course, is today’s hero – run king Air Max 95. It has such a great charm, of course, can not only rely on its superior appearance, but it reflected ultra-high performance attracted a lot of young people who is interested in running shoes. I think the reason it was welcomed by so many is that it features a full charge of the max air.

Nike Max 95 is the history of the first pair of air-cushion shoes with forefoot. Its large air group to replace the traditional PU in the end, it will make jogging lighter, more comfortable and more stable. Unfortunately, re-retro version in the future, in addition to 1996, the Air Max 95 Retro has adopted the PSI system of Max Air; other versions later delete this technology. Nike is worth it enough attention to Max 95 strong market demand.

From 1996 to the present 9 years, re-retro version every year, and Special Edition release, and constantly new Colourway, and transform the material body of the shoe and match with nearly a hundred of the estimated models match. It is particularly worth mentioning is Air Max 95 White Blue. It features an all white upper while accents blue accents in swoosh border and laces, inner lining and so on. At the top of the upper, it also used subtle styling cues and the traditional layers combined with white mesh.

Whether you’re good or bad at basketball it’s always a wise choice to invest in some gear that will enhance your game or even keep your feet protected and give you the highest competitive edge. However this doesn’t mean you have to go out and get the most expensive pair for you, not at all. In fact you can get some pretty good basketball shoes for a good price if you look around. The best basketball shoe is one that suits you and your preferences and solely down to that. There are large brands which try and make their shoes as friendly to as many people as possible but it’s never a guarantee they’ll be the correct ones for you. Getting the best basketball shoes with your money and for your needs is not the same thing as buying basketball shoes which are the most expensive or the best money can buy. There are many basketball shoes which offer different things and have certain features which make them feel and run differently.

If you want basketball shoes which are going to support you and be comfortable to you, you should make sure you’ve done your research. There are certain characteristics which make a basketball shoe the best for you. It may vary from person to person but generally these rules are ones which anyone can stick by and have success with. The first rule is that the basketball shoes should be comfortable and fit on properly. This might be a no brainer but you’d be surprised how often people go out and buy a pair of sneakers just because their friend is wearing them or they look good. Having a comfortable pair will make running and jumping about so much easier meaning you won’t have to worry what your feet are feeling, instead you can just go with the flow.

One of the other important points is that you should have enough air inside so you don’t get athlete’s foot or anything else which can be just as annoying. So as always you should make sure that the basketball shoes you want use a high tech air mesh which enables the air to be transported and the shoe to be cooled down during play. As the final point you shouldn’t rush out and get a pair of basketball shoes just because they are labelled as the best or because your friends think they’re cool. This could be bad as you don’t know what its features are and if it will suit you. It could also cost you as these types of cool sneakers are usually the most expensive.

During the long-term development of basketball shoes, the shoes worn by the NBA star on the court for each season have become the hottest sports goods in the market. And the pair of sneakers at the highest price is always the focus. As an attractive and discussable player in the NBA, Kobe has his signature shoes become one of the best sellers; and it is interesting to talk about the most expensive Kobe Shoes that have been released. Since each pair of sneakers from Kobe shoes line is sold at the price between $130 and $150, the expensive one is a result of two major factors, which are the availability to the general public and the total amount released. It is clear that if one this shoe is very limited in release and only available at specific retailers across the country, you better have a lot of time and money on your hands. You will have to travel and camp out at one of these retailers to have any chance of getting that shoe.

Nike Zoom Kobe VI “Grinch” version is at present the most expensive shoe that Nike has released. These gems will cost you anywhere from $340 to $400. This version of Kobe Shoes was released during the holiday season of 2010. Kobe wore them in a game on Christmas day last year on national television. In fact, several pairs were seen on the feet of celebrities like George Lopez sitting courtside in Los Angeles that day. The shoe consists of a snakeskin textured upper in a candy apple green color that has bright yellow accent. The midsole and outer sole are also candy apple green in color. Top it off with red laces and you have a masterpiece. This shoe was extremely limited in numbers produced.

Hence, it is at the high price tag. The limited availability and a small number of shoes produced will drive up the price of any pair of basketball shoes for men. And the fans and collectors will always take more time before they decide to own one pair. Nike Company is professional at this model of marketing. Attractive versions of signature shoes for the superstar players; limited availability and small number produced; Nike sports does make great benefit from the market.

The place to start regarding this issue is that the right shoe can make a difference in your performance. However, the benefits of wearing the correct shoe are very limited. There is no magical glass slipper. A shoe is not going to allow you to jump higher or run faster than your muscles dictate. The idea of enhancing performance with the right shoe is better put into perspective by trying not to impair performance with the wrong shoe. The shoe definitely does not make the player. We have all seen pitiful athletes sporting Jordan’s shoes. The following benefits should be considered when purchasing a pair of shoes.

1. HOW THEY FEEL AND HOW THEY MAKE YOU FEEL: If it is not comfortable just forget about it. A comfortable shoe is probably the most important consideration when purchasing footwear. If the shoe is uncomfortable and not shaped to your foot, or even the wrong size, it is going to be nothing but a distraction. You want the shoe to be snug fitting, but not smothering and constraining. The shoe should feel like an extension of your foot. Also consider how a shoe makes you feel. This is definitely an intangible but if the shoe makes you feel like an all star, the placebo effect (which is very real) is is going to give you a confidence boost. If you feel like a geek in your shoes, it is not going to help. Insoles can go a long way to add comfort to a shoe. Look for a firm but padded insole, preferably one that you can customize to form fit your foot. Stay away form the super cushy insoles made of gel. They will just make your foot slide around inside your shoe.

2. HIGH TOPS FOR ANKLE STABILITY MYTH: If you like high tops fine, but don’t choose them on the basis of preventing ankle sprains or stabilizing a weak ankle. A high top is not going to prevent your ankle from rolling. That is a myth. If you have ankle problems get an ankle brace. You should also strengthen your ankle, as well as retrain with unstable surface training. A strong and reactive ankle is your best bet to achieve ankle safety, not high tops. Those will only give you a false sense of security.

3. LIGHTER SHOES HELP SPEED, QUICKNESS AND VERTICAL MYTH: Most shoes are 11 – 20 oz. (.6 – 1.2 pounds). Frankly the weight is not going to make a significant difference In your performance. You achieve more weight advantage if you go to the bathroom before you compete. There is always a newer, lighter shoe available. You may be able to feel the slight difference in weight, which may make you feel lighter and induce a nice placebo effect, but as far as physics are concerned, the additional few ounces are not going to make any performance difference. But if the shoe makes you feel light and fast, go for it.

4. THE WIDE VARIETY OF GIMMICKS: The wide variety of these kinds of special features in shoes has gotten a lot of athletes pretty excited for instantaneous results. Obviously these do not deliver or we would be seeing the amazing results all around us. The reactive ability of a jumper or sprinter does not come from their shoes. It comes through the entire muscle and tendon complex of the associated muscle groups which most definitely can be improved through proper training. Even if a shoe were capable of off the charts results, if your body is not capable of supporting the extra boost, it will all fail. There is no shoe that will turn you into an amazing leaper.

5. CARBON FIBER SHANK PLATE MARKETING TACTIC: Some companies tote a fiber plate in the sole so that your “toe off” is not weak. In theory this allows you to push with your entire foot and not have to worry about the role of your toes. This is a great concept, but shoes already have a large slab of padding and support on the bottom. The idea of additional support aside from the soles that all shoes have, is a marketing tactic that has virtually no impact on jump reach. The point is not to sound negative here. A great pair of shoes is a solid asset. But hundreds of special shoe gimmicks have come and gone. What is important is to realize is that the benefits from shoes are limited to comfort and the placebo effect. Instead, athletes need to depend upon a sound training program, not magic shoes, to make serious improvements. If the shoe fits, wear it. Than go out and engage in a training system that will in fact grow your vertical.