Overall: Sitting at a retail price of 89.99, the full-length Micro G midsole is worth that alone. But Under Armour outdoes itself by featuring their newest technology, ClutchFit in the heel/ankle area. This puts the value of the ClutchFit Lightning through the roof and currently beats any budget model on the market today in terms of paper value. On court the ClutchFit Lightning is an above average performer that lacks support and the fit is a little long for my liking. But the amazing Micro G cushion set up, and the CltuchFit panel that provide seemless fit and comfort make the ClutchFit Lightning the best $100 or less value in todays market.
You can pick up the Under Armour ClutchFit Lightning at Dicks Sporting Goods.
Great review!
Good review bro. People are still sleeping on UA and I’m not sure why. They will break into the market in a real way soon enough. That’s my bold prediction because they have released great models already and seem to be improving as they go. I just hope that more people continue to give them a shot. Companies like UA are great for the consumer. We want variety. We’ve got it. It’s up to us to utilize that freedom and not stay glued to one brand or another. Mix it up.
Thanks for bringing us the great info Weartesters team. Quality work that’s appreciated.
Was already convinced before even the performance review came out that this is a definite cop! Waiting for great cw’s and maybe a lowtop version.
Well done, nice review!! I believe that UA someday will overcome Nike!
Great review bro. Awesome info and descriptions.
Great review… you have improved so much from when I first started watching you. “soft landings into explosive takeoffs”… CLASSIC!!!
Great Review Jarron! I love the anatomical and rounded edge sole which is my preference since I love the natural feel they provide. I also like how rounded edge soles allows you to balance easier when you put pressure on the edge of the sole especially when the traction wraps up on the rounded edges. Plus if you prefer an outrigger you can always get the Clutchfit Drives. There aren’t that many shoes that have this feature, so I think its awesome that Under Armour gives us an option. I just think rounded edged sole have their benefits and its more of a preference thing.
Sounds pretty good but still wouldn’t pay retail.
Not with 2k4s and m9s at the outlets for cheaper
When we bring up price, its based strictly on retail price & not on-sale pricing. For example; these will likely be found at Marshalls in a couple of months for $20-30… it would then be cheaper than anything found at the Nike Outlet. But when you compare their retail price to the M9’s retail price and especially the cheaply made 2k4 then the UA is a cheaper option.
Gawd I want to drop a “more you know!” rainbow right here.
Nightwing can you name good performers for streetball hooping
Thanks for the review. Good stuff. Its really nice to see UA making some noise. I might try these out if I see them at Marshals. I believe in supporting quality but these feel destined to land at Marshals for around $30. So even with a budget original price it feels foolish to buy them right now. I also have a wide foot and play mostly outdoors so these probably wont be for me anyway. I do like how they remind me of a tennis ball.
You might not think there worth the price but the same can be said for a lot of shoes. What’s foolish is that you might be missing out on a shoe that might work great for you and that has some of the best cushioning systems out right now.
Well Jarron, I really like your work b/c you review the lesser shoes on the market with greater frequency. These remind me a lot of the Torch 2s, nice breathability and microG. However, these are bound to be a lot better. Clutchfit baby!
QUESTION: Will micro G get better with usage? I got Torch 2s and the more I wear them (10 times or so) the harder the foam gets and my feet seem to hurt more
I’ve noticed that any foam bottoms out over time as well – not just micro g
I noticed that that particular tooling (used on all three of the Torches, the first Juke, etc) has that issue. I think it’s got a thicker midsole with the same Micro G layer, though I could not say for sure. The Torch 2 in particular I found to be that way, as the upper finally broke in well, the soles didn’t feel as good. The first Torches had that issue but not as pronounced, I haven’t worn my Torch 3s enough yet to say.
I did not have that issue with the Lightning, Juke 2 or Anatomix Anomaly, which is an epic shoe also. Great ride on those and great fit, big improvement on the Anatomix Spawn 1/2.
why does clutchfit lightning is not available on UA site? or its just clutchfit drive with a different CW? im confused lol
I had a chat with UA, the CF Lightning are not anymore on their webpage, coz they are not anymore produced and sold.
When were the Lightning actually launched ??
They seem to be like the Spine Nitro, a Dick’s Sporting Goods exclusive. Of course they go through eBay and will make their way to Marshall’s type closeouts eventually. Great shoe, I wore my blue/black ones tonight to hoop for a couple hours. These and the Juke 2 are my favorite UA releases, no sore spots and even after 3-4 hours you don’t just want to tear them off your feet. In fact, they feel good, a lot of times I will go for a little jog in them to keep my legs loose and feel them on my feet a while longer.
Quick one to Weartesters or the forumers :
how does UA size ? from the various reviews, I had the impression it almost fits to size, very slightly big.
my problem now is, my foot is 25,8 cm which in theory brings me to size 8.
Now, with the socks and leaving a thumb inside to allow feet compression during the effort… I was not sure whether 8 would be too tight, and whether I should go for 8,5
Problem is, there are no shops having CF Lightning in a 100 km radius …
Thx for the advice