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How To Customize YOUR OWN Basketball Shoes Online: Quick Guide
Today, I’m going to shoot you with some light basketball sneaker education.
I’ll break down everything you need to know on how to customize your own basketball shoes online.
Ever heard of NIKEiD or perhaps miAdidas? Nikey’s and now discontinued adidas’s gear customization platforms that let you make a piece of gear, such as shoes or a t-shirt, your own.
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If yes, then most stuff I’ll be talking about today will ring familiar to you. But if you’ve never heard of NikeID and such or you lack experience in such a process and would like to get some valuable insight, then fasten your seatbelt.
Whether you’re familiar with hoop shoe customization or not, I believe even the people that are aware of these platforms will be able to take something interesting and perhaps get bits of insight they haven’t had the chance to find out.
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- Introduce Me to the Idea of Customizing Ball Shoes!
- The Platforms: Then and Now
- Nike By You is The Way to Go
- Quick Guide on Customizing With Nike By You
- Some Stuff to Remember Before Customizing
- Do You Pimp Your Shoes?
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FIRST
Alright, let’s dive right into it.
I’ll be giving a brief background of the concept of customizing shoes online to get you familiar; I’ll talk about the platforms that are and were available for us to use, and which you should stick to.
We’ll skip the platforms that let you customize only fashion sneakers and those that don’t offer any basketball shoe love.
I’ll also shoot a quick guide on customizing hoop shoes on NikeID and end it with some extra tips that are good to know before getting into customizing.
Let’s go!
INTRODUCE ME TO THE IDEA OF CUSTOMIZING BALL SHOES!
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It’s very simple – brands that sell basketball gear, specifically Nike, adidas, Reebok, and Under Armour have created their online platforms that allow their supported existing products to be customized in many ways visually, enabling you to make a shoe exactly how you like it.
Sounds super cool! Yeah, I totally agree. The general idea was initially to see all these brands compete with their customization platforms, making their tool somehow better and with more options to use, and also provide a huge selection of shoes that be adjusted the way people see fit.
Well, the reality in 2020 is not quite the blossoming idea this was a few years back…
THE PLATFORMS: THEN AND NOW
Let me break down the main tools that were initially available for people to use to customize basketball shoes.
All I’ve gotta say is, use it while it’s here…
NIKE BY YOU
By Nike
The OG of all, formerly known as NIKEiD. The name was actually changed not long ago, to which I was also surprised. The good news is, this is still the king of brands that offer shoe customization.
The tool offers around 12-15 options to customize on each hoop shoe, the presentation is awesome and surely make you stare and how dope you’ve made them look. Working on me, lol.
Originally founded back in 1999, it’s still going in 2020, though the number of supported shoes to customize is pretty damn scarce now. It’s got over 50 athletic shoes in total, and only under 10 basketball shoes supported for pimping during the time I wrote this.
Though the most popular and latest signatures of star players’ shoes are there: the KD 13, the Kyrie 6, the PG 4, the Zoom Freak 2, the LeBron Soldier 14, and likely more signatures will be added as releases roll out.
So even if the selection can’t be called impressive, less is better than none, and you’ll soon see this for yourself.
MIADIDAS
By adidas
Another ambitious platform created by adidas in 2000. Just a year younger than NIKEiD, MiAdidas had also been around for quite some time. But they’re discontinued now, so there’s that.
Yeah, less is definitely better than none. According to several reports online, MiAdidas was kind of a huge flop for the brand, but it is also stated that the brand is moving on to bigger and better things, and actually promise a brand new system down the line to replace MiAdidas.
The tool was actually discontinued just last year, in 2019.
The tool was pretty cool and I just as good as Nikey’s.
I don’t remember the average number of options available to customize hoop shoes but I think it was close to Nikey’s, but a bit less. Don’t quote me on that though.
I did have a chance to pimp my own D Rose 4’s I think, and a few other signatures were available.
For those who are familiar with the platform and perhaps if you’ve been using it, adidas released a statement that all orders made before January 13th will still be honored.
ICON
By Under Armour
A fairly recent project launched back in 2017 that was actually fantastic and offered the most comprehensive and feature-rich tool yet. The main options also ranged between 12 and 15, similar to NIKEiD but ICON also let users get more in-depth in certain base options.
ICON launched with three supported models: the Curry 1, the ClutchFit Force 3.0, and the ClutchFit Highlight. Not many more basketball models were added to the customizable roster since then and the platform was discontinued not long ago.
What a twist.
I think you get what I was trying to say with less is better than none.
Man, I wish I could brutally pimp out my Curry 6’s to look like a spaceship coming at you 100 miles an hour. Oh if only.
YourReebok
By Reebok
The most “unique” and different platform was YourReebok, which is a mobile application that lets you customize your shoes anywhere you go. Also launched in 2017.
The app launched with three Reebok’s classic shoes available to customize but progressively added quite a lot of models pimp-able, and to a great extent.
The app definitely was cool, it was super detailed and probably offered the widest range of things you can do of all, and features like “shake your own to change the color” were nice additions, though not enough to keep things going.
You guessed it, the idea was also discontinued not long after its launch.
NIKE BY YOU IS THE WAY TO GO
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So by now, you’ve probably already got the idea – NIKEiD or Nike By You (whatever you wanna call it) is your only flagship option for customizing hoop shoes.
So at the moment, if you happen to hunt for or appreciate the silhouettes of a KD 13, LeBron Soldier 14, Kyrie 6, PG 4, or a Zoom Freak 2, then you’re in luck!
Without further ado, let’s first go through the process of customizing your sneaker and getting it shipped to you. It’s really very simple but for those who aren’t familiar – check it out
QUICK GUIDE ON CUSTOMIZING WITH NIKE BY YOU
All you gotta know are 4 simple steps!
I. ACCESS NIKE BY YOU
First, you want to visit Nike By You and for basketball shoes, scroll down, and hit the Start Here button under “Cuztomize for your sport”.
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II. CHOOSE YOUR SHOE
Now, all you have to do is choose the shoe you’d like to pimp out either from the full catalog or you can slim it down by choosing a particular signature using the panel to the left.
Choosing certain players such as Giannis or Paul George together brings up an error screen for some reason, so be aware of that. You can still browse through their shoes from the full catalog, or by selecting just that one player.
Shame on you Nikey.
Once you’ve chosen your shoe, click on it – this will take you to the shoe’s page. Inside, click Customize on the shoe’s page and it will take you to the customization screen. I’m sure you’ll find it.
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III. LET’S PIMP IT
Now for the fun part. You’ll be taken inside the customization hub – and this is where the magic happens!
The shoe you’ve chosen will likely have around 12+ options to pimp – you’ll see all of those to the right of your screen.
You can customize the base of the shoe, its tongue, laces, midsole, the swoosh, and you can even add your own number and/or text in set areas, as well as much more stuff you can tinker with.
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Once you click on the area you want to adjust, you’ll be able to choose the color/design. When you’re happy with that area, simply click the tick at the bottom right and you’ll be taken back to the overview.
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Keep pimping the shoe ’till you’re happy with the overall look! When you’re fully done and happy with the result, simply click Done at the bottom of the screen.
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IV. SEND IT HERE!
It’s time to finalize the shoe. After you’ve clicked Done, you’ll be taken back to the shoe page but this time, you’ll see it exactly how you pimped it.
All that’s left is to make sure you’re signed in to your Nikey account (create it if you don’t have one yet), choose your size and click Add to Bag!
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After that, you’ll simply be taken to Nike’s standard checkout page where you’ll be able to make the payment – the shoes will be sent to you in 3 weeks or less, depending on where are you are.
Yeah, it’s that simple! Now it’s off to impatiently waiting for your kick-ass designed kicks to be delivered to you. Due to the pandemic, the delivery times might be prolonged, as it’s normally much less than 3 weeks.
But wait, there’s more you should know about…
SOME STUFF TO REMEMBER BEFORE CUSTOMIZING
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Even though the process is done and it’s as simple as washing your dishes pretty much, I’d like you to know a few additional things you might want to know before getting into pimping with Nike By You.
Some of ’em are better than others but being equipped with this knowledge will help you make a better decision going forward.
EXPECT A SLIGHT PRICE INCREASE
This one’s probably quite obvious but each shoe that’s customized will have a slightly bumped up price from its original retail price.
What’s cool though is that it’s really not that much, which wasn’t the case some time ago with NIKEiD. It’s also a fixed price, so you’re not paying more depending on the options you select, how many of them you go with, etc.
For example, during the time I’m writing this, the KD 13, the Zoom Freak 2, the PG 4, and the LeBron Soldier 14 will be $20 more expensive than their standard counterparts.
Only the Kyrie 6 has a $30 increase for some reason. So all in all, not a huge increase but still something you should know.
THE MATERIALS COULD BE SKETCHY
Something you should DEFINITELY know about. This also happens to not only Nike By You – brands can’t afford to use the exact same premium materials used on the base shoe each time a user decides to pimp out a shoe.
What do they do? Well, for some shoes and depending on the options selected, the shoe might come with materials not as high-quality as they would be on the standard base shoe. This is often to reduce the cost of each shoe shipped, which makes sense, but something the consumer should know about.
Sadly, there’s no way I can pinpoint the exact shoes or options that will result in this but as an example, let’s take the KD 13. The original model uses a textile synthetic material throughout the upper. Customizing the shoe might result in parts of the upper being more flimsy or bubbly as opposed to the original state.
I’m not saying this particularly will happen if you customize the KD 13 though – just an example.
This also greatly depends on color choices. Some colors and the paint applied might not be as premium as others. I recommend checking some YouTube videos of people getting their custom orders, you might find some information based on people’s experience in terms of material quality.
YOU CAN STILL RETURN CUSTOMIZED SHOES
This one correlates with the material situation. Just as you can return your Nikey products within 30 days for a refund or a change of order, the same policies are in place for Nike By You orders as well.
That’s a very neat thing to have as you’ll know you’re good at all times. So if you think the product you pimped doesn’t look how it’s supposed to or perhaps some of the materials used are extremely low quality, you can always return the shoes within 30 days.
EXTENDED SHIPPING TIMES
Normally, customized shoes would arrive in 1-2 weeks but due to our crappy situation of the world at the moment, shipping times can be up to 3 weeks.
Non-customized shoes would arrive within just a few days for US residents. Is it worth the 1-2 week extra waiting time? That’s up to you.
DO YOU PIMP YOUR SHOES?
That is it for the customization guide! Something a little bit different and hopefully something that shed some light on the whole process!
For now, I highly recommend checking out my shoe care guides to go along with customization: the cleaning guide, aftermarket shoe cleaner guide, fit guide, and insole guide.
Also, check out my in-depth basketball shoe reviews if you’re hunting for a pair of new hoop shoes!
Did you ever customize your hoop shoes with NIKEiD? Perhaps you’ve tried MiAdidas or other platforms before they were canceled?
I highly encourage you to leave your thoughts below and I’ll get back to you as quickly as I can!
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Basketball hoop - how to make a stand with a backboard with your own hands
Love basketball and want to make a hoop? I wanted to make it myself, not buy it, and I ended up making it. It's pretty cheap, especially if you have some of the stuff you need to assemble.
Let's start assembling the basketball hoop with our own hands.
Step 1: Shape the Ring
The first thing you will need is a ring, I made it with 12mm rod, but it doesn't have to be that size. The standard diameter of a basketball hoop is 450 mm.
To make it flat you need something to wrap it around, this thing should be about 400mm in diameter.
I found an old car rim of the right size, you will need to clamp it to the table with a clamp using a piece of wood.
As shown in photo 2, place another clamp a little further from the first with a rod between them.
As shown in photo 3, slowly wrap the rod around the disk, once you wrap the rod and its edges overlap, cut off the straight ends.
Use a clamp to press the ends together, then weld them together.
To complete this part, place the ring on the ground and straighten out all the curves.
Step 2: Frame
- Bend a piece of flat metal, mine was 4mm thick.
- Weld it to a flat point in the ring.
- Cut two rods 320 mm long.
- Weld them as shown in the photo.
- Drill four holes to match your existing bolts.
- If you need a netball ring, you can simply attach it to the pole and skip the rest of the steps.
Step 3: Mesh Staples (Optional)
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Do this step if you need mesh.
If you need a network, you will have to buy it.
This step is not as difficult as it seems.
- cut 12 pieces of wire 90 mm long (I would recommend making a few spare parts, as they are easy to ruin.)
- bend them in the middle (it doesn't matter if the tips are the same length)
- clamp the wire in a vise with a steel rod at one end
- bend wire over rod
- repeat this with all parts of
- retighten the wire wrapped around the rod (see photo)
- bend it
- repeat with all parts
- retighten the wire wrapped around the rod
- bend it (at this point you can't just remove the wire from the rod - you will need to slide it to one of its edges and remove it from the edge)
- repeat with all parts of
- divide into 12 pieces and weld on the brackets
Step 4: Backboard
Cut the board to size. My board does not fit the full size of basketball boards. (the second picture shows the dimensions of a standard shield).
My measurements are 1100mm wide, 700mm high and 25mm thick. (You don't have to be that size.)
Step 5: Paint the Shield
Once you've drawn all the lines on the shield, lay masking tape over them. If you try, everything will look neat.
If you are using MDF, you will need to take care to protect the edges from moisture (as shown in photo 2).
Carefully paint over the areas around the masking tape.
Remove masking tape after enough coats of paint have been applied and the board looks complete.
Step 6: Paint the ring
First you need to sand the metal. I used a grinding disc on a grinder.
The ring must not be black or white, it must stand out from the shield. Usually the ring is painted orange or red.
The easiest way to paint inventory is from a can.
Step 7: Assemble
Put it all together. Screw the ring to the shield, hang a net on the ring.
Step 8: Installation
DIY Basketball Post is great to mount on a garage or house wall, but if you want to mount it on a pole, you can create one too.
I installed my ring in the yard using heavy duty wood screws.
A standard basketball hoop must be placed 3 meters from the ground.
I am not responsible for any damage you cause to yourself or your property - you make your own ring.
Successful throws!
How to choose basketball shoes | Useful tips and tricks
We love basketball because this sport is quite fast and dynamic. At some moments we make sharp jerks, high jumps, unexpected stops and, of course, this is what helps us to dominate the game and love it for unique moments.
When playing basketball, there is always a high risk of various kinds of injuries that overshadow our pleasure and send us to the infirmary for recovery, which can last from a few days to a year. But no matter what happens, we still love this game and try to protect ourselves as much as possible when necessary, in order to feel comfortable and convenient with every step.
But why should any basketball player think about safety as much as about a clean and beautiful hit in the basket, leaving behind a pleasant sound of rustling net? A simple example: the more powerful a car's engine is, the more manufacturers focus on various systems that help make driving safer and more enjoyable.
The same goes for basketball, the more jumps and jerks we make, the more we need to pay attention to safety in this game.
Of course safety and comfort in basketball is achieved by many factors. For example, this is a complete and balanced diet that saturates our body with numerous useful microelements and vitamins. Also, safety in the game is achieved by performing various exercises to strengthen the ligaments and joints during training periods outside the game. An equally important factor is a good warm-up before the game itself and the cleanliness of the surface on which we will perform various movements. And all these are important components that will directly or indirectly help us avoid various injuries in the future.
Quality basketball shoes are essential for a successful, comfortable and safe game. Of course, it is important to mention that any footwear is not able to protect us from injury by 100%. Even if we follow all the recommendations described above.
But does this mean that you can play basketball in any sneakers? No. And here are a few reasons. Some models are simply not designed to perform the actions that a basketball game involves. Other sneakers may have mediocre quality or short-lived materials that can lead to unfortunate consequences.
And here comes the question. How to choose basketball shoes that would help you get maximum pleasure and enjoyment from the game? Based on the ratings and reviews of both amateur and professional athletes, BasketZilla has collected the necessary information to help anyone make a choice and understand what factors to look for when buying basketball shoes.
Original, branded shoes or any other will do?
We recommend starting your choice with this question. We immediately want to mention the importance of buying only original basketball shoes from reputable manufacturers. Why exactly? Signature sneakers from brands like Nike, Adidas, Jordan Brand, Under armour, Reebok, ANTA, PUMA, Converse, Peak and a few more provide quality shoes with durable materials and proven technologies that have passed quality control and numerous tests.
The production of branded sneakers is based on the feedback of professional athletes and their subsequent use during the game itself. Accordingly, branded basketball shoes will allow us to feel more comfortable and confident on the court.
Here it is important to emphasize the danger of counterfeiting branded shoes. Now, when buying on the Internet or in shopping centers, you can stumble upon such fake basketball shoes that are difficult to distinguish at first glance, even for some specialists. There are a number of factors on how to distinguish a fake from the original. Here is some of them.
- verified online stores or branded departments that represent the brand
- sizes. Pay attention to the availability of half sizes and plus sizes. On sites selling fakes, often only running sizes for men and women.
- prices should not differ much or even several times from the average market value among official sellers.
By the way, our service, BasketZilla, offers to buy only original basketball shoes from well-known manufacturers in trusted and reliable online stores that have proven themselves exclusively on the positive side! Everyone has the opportunity to compare prices among these suppliers, see photos, read reviews, learn about discounts and available sizes.
Our service makes it much easier to find a better option. Available options can be found at the end of the article.
But does this mean that it is dangerous and better not to buy non-branded basketball shoes? Not always. In any case, when choosing sneakers, you should consider several factors:
- how high-quality materials are used in them. For example, how are the seams made, are they taped in areas of increased wear? What is the upper material, does it have good wear resistance? How is the lacing system done? Is the sole durable and what is the cushioning system?
- how comfortable the shoes are. For example, is your leg comfortable when you stand, when you walk, when you jump? How tight is the foot and is there any excessive discomfort?
So, regardless of the financial component and their priorities, everyone has something to think about. Some are guided by the phrase "the miser pays twice", others do not want to "overpay for the brand.
" Be that as it may, pay attention to the performance of the specific basketball model that you want to purchase. Determine for yourself at what level you will play - amateur or professional, because the more serious the approach to the game, the more serious investments should be.
Shoe Heights and their Impact on Playing Style
There are three types of basketball shoe heights - High, Mid and Low. It used to be that taller players fighting under the basket should wear taller shoes, and accordingly the shorter the player, the lower the profile height of their model should be for speed and agility. Now, this stereotype has begun to become more and more blurred, as the concept of the position of a player in basketball has changed a lot. This is especially felt in the NBA, where the real breakthrough was made by Kevin Durant with the Nike KD line of sneakers and Giannis Adetoumbo with his Freaks, forever washing away the notion of classic position distribution according to player height.
Now, when everyone wants to be LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant, profile height should be chosen based on your playing style. For example, if you want to play at high speeds, using dribbling and first step speed, feel free to choose a low profile and in some cases a medium one when it has an elastic zone in the ankle area. If you want to score from above or fight under the basket, look for higher models that will help protect your joints with excellent cushioning and a padded collar. That is, although height and weight sometimes affect the style of play and these factors also need to be considered when choosing the height of a sneaker, nevertheless, not everyone wants to play in a certain position, and not everyone plays at a professional level.
Therefore, the average height of the profile in modern basketball shoes is more versatile, which can be used by both center and heavy forwards, as well as small forwards, defensemen and even point guards.
Don't focus too much on your height and weight, as your main factor should be comfort and convenience with the standard basketball moves that you tend to do the most. It's also worth considering that if you're using an ankle brace, then you should choose shoes that allow you to secure it tightly.
If you play at a professional or semi-professional level, then you should approach the choice of profile height more carefully, perhaps after consulting with your coach, who will tell you what position he is going to use you in the future. If you are clearly assigned to a certain position, then think about what role is assigned to you in the team, what exactly is expected of you? What do you tend to do during the game itself - go under the basket, fight for rebounds, or organize fast attacks?
There is also an opinion that the height of the profile greatly affects the protection and safety of the ankle. But think about this. For example, if the ligaments in the ankle area are naturally weak, prone to twisting, or even just already stretched over years of repeated injuries, then the height of the profile will not be able to save 100% from getting a relapse.
For example, a high profile will protect the ankle, but when tucked, it will create a load on the ligaments and tendons of the knee joint. A low profile, on the other hand, has a high risk of re-injury, but allows you to wear a brace and does not burden the knee. The Mid profile has something in between and is therefore more versatile, although we emphasize that no profile can completely protect your ankle.
The height of the profile also allows for a different fit with the lacing system. Sometimes a lot depends on the leg lift, which determines the positive or negative feedback about a particular model.
So, the height of the profile should help when playing basketball, and not interfere or cause discomfort. The surest way to choose a profile height is to play with each of these types and try to experience their advantages and disadvantages for yourself.
About the surface on which we plan to play
Before buying basketball shoes, it is worth considering for what surface we buy them - for playing in the hall or on the street.
In the halls, as a rule, there is often parquet and, in rare cases, a rubberized coating. In outdoor areas, the coating is usually more rigid for durability in open spaces. Therefore, depending on the surface, we should choose our running shoes.
For example, for a gym, we'd better take a softer sole, which will help to achieve maximum grip on the surface, of course, provided that the parquet is carefully cleaned and there is no dust, dirt or even unpainted spots on it. The tread pattern is also responsible for grip, and many note the high efficiency of the so-called “Christmas tree”, but it should not be made a priority when choosing, since other patterns have no less positive reviews.
For the outdoors, we should opt for a shoe with a firmer outsole to avoid wear and tear on tarmac or any other rough surface. It must be remembered that any sneakers on outdoor playgrounds wear out faster, which means that they should be more carefully cared for.
Many people point out the advantages of having models that flex better towards the toe and are fairly firm or less flexible in the midsection.
This will make jumping much easier on any of the surfaces.
Another important factor is the cushioning system. Each brand and model is different. And of course, some shoes are designed specifically for speed, others for overhead shots. But depreciation should be, otherwise soon you can get problems not only with the knee, but also with the spine. Many basketball players who played on different grounds note that playing on asphalt is more traumatic and uncomfortable for jumping than on other surfaces. Therefore, if you plan to play at full strength on asphalt, then consider when choosing good cushioning and reliable traction with a wide sole that will increase stability and stability during the game.
Now there are balanced basketball shoes that can be used both indoors and outdoors. We emphasize that a lot depends on your style of play, further operation and care of the model.
Therefore, determine for yourself the surface on which you will play.
It may be worth taking a few sneakers so that one can be used in the gym, the other on the street. This is the most correct approach if you play often and at the limit of your capabilities.
About the upper materials
Basketball shoes today are made from different materials than they were in the past. For a long time it was believed that only natural leather is able to meet all the requirements of basketball shoes. However, despite the high strength, such models are quite heavy for a modern fast game. And so now most brands use a combination of genuine leather, synthetic leather, textiles, mesh materials, plastics and other components that can create the perfect option for any basketball player.
Everyone has their own priorities when choosing the material of the upper. For some, the basis is durability and strength, for others, lightness and ventilation are the most important factors. Modern basketball shoes have a balanced composition of materials that meets even the most demanding requirements.
Look at your old running shoes and identify their weaknesses and worn spots. For some, this will be the area in the forefoot in the area of the big toe, and not only the materials of the upper, but also the sole. Someone has a lot of wear on the rear end and the depreciation system. For others, the lacing system and uncomfortable tongue are uncomfortable. Whatever it is, take this moment to yourself so that when buying new sneakers, think about how they will cope with our problem areas.
So upper materials often emphasize certain points - lightness, ventilation, comfort, flexibility, and so on. Think about what is more important for you and choose ahead.
What to look for when trying on
Ideally, each model would be well tried on. But what if you are shopping online? It’s good if you know your size for each brand and purchase it on subsequent purchases, because each manufacturer has its own size grid. But what if we buy sneakers for the first time and through an online store?
The most important thing is to determine the size of the foot in terms of length and width.
It is important to focus on the size grid of the manufacturer! It is necessary to take measurements of the foot on a flat surface while standing and preferably in the second half for when we walked enough. Stand on a white sheet of paper and circle the foot at a vertical angle with a pencil or pen. Measure the length from the thumb to the heel. This is a classic version with the definition of the length of the foot. There are rare cases when different models sit differently in the same company. It depends on the structural features of the shoe and the technologies that were used to create it. Also, to determine the size, you can go to the nearest department with the sale of sneakers of a particular company. But this option is only possible if original sneakers are sold there, and not a fake, in which the dimensional grid has a difference. In extreme cases, you can try on your friend's shoes, who have a similar or close size.
If the purchase is made directly in the store, then it is best to do it in sports socks and after we have walked enough, because our legs have already received some tension and, accordingly, are slightly swollen.
This is quite normal, because during the game our feet also tend to swell. If the purchase is made in the morning or when the legs did not have enough tension, then it is better to take a model half a size larger to avoid discomfort during the game. If you need a tight fit, it is better to take the size in size.
Be sure to try on both feet, as the length of the foot may vary and one of the feet may feel uncomfortable later on.
Pay attention to the removable insole, which can be washed or even replaced in case of need.
The next step is to lace up the shoes tightly, because one of the most important things about basketball shoes is the ability to lock the foot in tight thanks to the lacing system. Now, in addition to the laces, there are various straps, latches and sometimes zippers. Tight fixation of the foot is the key to good stability and stability. Some NBA players, for example, periodically lace up their shoes at halftime during a game for optimal performance.
Of course, it is worth noting that some people do not like the tight fixation of the sneaker, which is why you can notice the models periodically flying off the feet of the players. The best thing is to find a middle ground. You do not need to pinch the foot too much, because there is a risk of poor blood circulation in that area of the body. But you should not allow the foot to “walk” in the sneaker, because there is a danger of slipping, which can lead to injury.
Next, get up and walk around, if possible, make jumps and sudden stops, as during the game (Warn the seller in advance to avoid misunderstandings). Take your time in this moment, let your feet feel the shoes, get used to it.
If at this moment you notice a sharp discomfort, then either change the size or the model itself. If this discomfort is not significant, then this may indicate that the model needs to be smashed. Remember that if the shoes fit you in size, then subsequent rubbing and calluses are a feature of your foot or the operation of a particular model.![]()
If they do not go away, you can use various spacers, stretching sprays, special insoles, or use folk tricks to get the desired result.
If there are any features, such as a wide foot or anatomical deviations, then take care of a consultation with a specialist, orthopedic insoles, ointments, exercises, and so on.
So, trying on shoes should be mandatory. However, if the purchase is made through an online store, carefully take measurements and, if necessary, consult with a manager or consultant.
Conclusions and highlights
So, let's summarize and look at the points that you need to consider when buying.
- Buy branded, branded and original shoes from trusted online stores or points of sale. Remember, the better your feet are taken care of, the more they will be grateful to us throughout their lives. If you find budget, non-branded sneakers, determine if they will meet the basic requirements of basketball models.
- Define your playing style and choose a profile height that will help you perform your usual game movements with ease and comfort.
- Think about the type of surface you are wearing your sneakers for. The hall is a soft sole, the street is more solid. You can buy universal ones, but do not be lazy to take care of the shoes so that they last a long time.
- Consider what is most important to you in a basketball shoe? Lightweight, breathable, durable, flexible and choose your upper design accordingly. Think about the wear spots on old sneakers and focus on strengthening them in the model you're going to buy.
- Do not rush to buy right away. Try on carefully. If you buy through the online store, take measurements and consult with the sales manager. Do not be afraid to make a mistake, since most models are made to fit standard foot sizes.
Therefore, listen, but in no case rely on the opinions of others about this or that model, because not only the shape of the foot is different for everyone, but also the style of play.
Please note that finding the perfect running shoe can take some time and effort.
