Rigorer AR 2: A Big Improvement
The Rigorer AR 2 is Austin Reaves's 2nd signature shoe and a big improvement on the AR 1. The Rigorer AR 2 feels like it will be a beast on court.
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WearTesters Performance Reviews are in-depth analyses of how a product performs in real-world conditions. We review footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment including technology and sporting goods.
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adidas Harden Vol 9: adidas Continues to Bring the Heat
The adidas Harden Vol 9 maintains a common design language with the Harden Vol 8 but at the same time improves and refines several aspects. adidas basketball is dominating in 2024.
Way of Wade All City 13: Top-tier Performance, Mid-Tier Price
The Way of Wade All City 13 is very reasonably priced and packed full of performance features. A great bang-for-you-buck basketball shoe.
Anta KT 10: The Best Basketball Shoe of 2024
The Anta KT 10 is the best basketball shoe of 2024-25, and easily one of the most well-rounded basketball shoes we have tested in recent years.
Norrona falketind GORE-TEX Jacket Review
The Norrona falketind GORE-TEX Jacket is an expensive but impressive waterproof shell jacket that can handle skiing, hiking,…
Saucony Ride 18 Performance Review
According to financial experts, it’s a very good time to be Saucony. The brand has seen a resurgence…
Mizuno Neo Zen Performance Review
Originally announced as the Mizuno Mystery Shoe 001 – a little marketing gimmick meant to increase interest –…
Kane Revive AC Performance Review
As we learn more about fitness – and marvel at how past generations thrived without all our luxuries…
361 Joker 1: Nikola Jokić’s First Signature is a Banger
Aaron Gordon's 5th signature with 361 is packed full of performance goodies, and, for $130, it might be the best bang-for-your-buck basketball shoe of 2024-25.
Curry Fox 1: De’Aaron Fox’s First Signature Shoe
De'Aaron Fox's first signature shoe, the Curry Fox 1, with the Curry brand, is a pretty solid basketball shoe, though not the most original.
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Akin to one of the La Sportiva BOA offerings (Cyklon series of the Jackal II BOA) and the…
Skechers Go Run Razor 5 Performance Review
We’ve previously tested a couple of Skechers performance running models, but they looked serious and very un-Skechers like.…
Nike Vomero 18 Performance Review
In 2025, Nike is completely revamping its running lineup into three pillars. Each pillar will include an Icon,…
Nike Pegasus Premium Performance Review
The Nike Pegasus Premium channels the 2012-2016 timeframe when Nike was using full-length, visible Zoom Air in its…
Serious Player Only Easy 1: A Game Changer
The Serious Player Only Easy 1 is a new hybrid (performance/ casual) basketball shoe from the brand with a brand-new drop-in cushioning setup.
Nike Zoom Fly 6 Performance Review
There’s no doubt that Nike is the king of shoes, no matter how the brand may be losing…
Air Jordan 11 Legend Blue: The Best Re-Release Of This OG Colorway
Although the Air Jordan 11 Legend Blue may not look like it, it’s an OG colorway of the shoe and…
Asics Novablast 5 Performance Review
The Asics Novablast 5 is yet another iteration of Asics’ popular, $140, do-it-all daily running shoe. Last year’s…