Basketball Shoes

Nike Lebron XI ($199.99)

The Nike LeBron XI checks off all the usual trademark Nike tech that you might expect to see in one of the best basketball shoes of the year. The Nike Lebron XI provide premium comfort and fresh style for anyone wearing them. Featuring a lightweight synthetic and mesh upper perfect for growing feet. The designers at Nike were looking out for you, this shoe has a phylon mid-sole, which helps absorb impact while a rubber sole with flex grooves delivers grip. Some feel the Lebron X had better traction but these are just as good. All of this adds up to a lighter shoe, The LeBron X's were 16.8 oz., but the XI's are just 14.5 oz.

D Rose 3's  

($160.00)

 The Adidas D Rose 3 is arguably the best-looking Rose signature sneaker to date. At first glance, one will notice the shoe’s upscale, premium materials and sleek lines. The large tongue features the new D Rose logo, a letter “D” and number "1″ surrounded by three rose petals. The shoe is made with Adidas Sprint-web for a seamless breathable and lightweight support, its Geo-Fit construction allows an anatomical fit while its Sprint-Frame gives stability and support. With its molded EVA mid-sole, Though slightly denser and less springy than that of the Crazy Light 2, especially in the heel. The contoured flex grooves on the 

 Air Jordan XI

($125.00)

With a new patent leather and the return of the clear rubber sole made the Air Jordan XI the most appreciated Air Jordan model ever released. The Air Jordan XI have solid rubber traction pods located in the heel and forefoot. Impact absorption is available and consistent throughout the shoe, while still maintaining decent court feel. With the lightweight phylon and full length Air unit in place, cushion is solid as well. While they aren’t as soft as the original or 2000/01 Retro releases, they are still better than previous Air Jordan models. The patent leather isn’t quite as strong as it could have been if it were a bit thicker. its noticeably not as ventilated as something like the Air Jordan VI. The Carbon Fiber adds a lot of support along the entire base of the foot.
 

Nike Kobe 8 System Elite

($149.97)

Weighing in at less than 10 ounces, the Kobe 8 System Basketball Shoe is Kobe's lightest, lowest shoe to date with 360 degrees of breathability, springy cushioning and exceptional traction for a quick first step.    At first glance the Kobe 8's resembles more of a runner’s shoe than your traditional high-top basketball sneaker. Nike chose this height in an effort to maximize as well as support Kobe’s quick speed and precise footwork. Layers of out-sole rubber were stripped away for a lightweight, minimal and low-to-the-ground feel without sacrificing the aggressive traction required for basketball player's quick bursts and sudden changes in direction.

Nike Zoom KD III

($93.00)

Traction in the KD III was great no matter what surface. The forefoot Zoom unit was not very noticeable as it has been in the previous 3 models, this is probably because of the firm phylon and dense rubber they have in place here. The shoe consists of fuse based uppers are durable, retain their shape and allow air to flow throughout the sneaker. This area was better than most Fuse based models as there was nothing blocking or restricting the air flow for the mesh layers. The Support was great, as you would expect. The external mid-foot shank kept the foot in its natural shape without additional flexing of the arch.