Nike Spring 2013 Predictions/Hopes/Wants Thread
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JGads
G.O.A.T.
They ran big compared to what, the vapors? If so, I'm liking Nike going a bit bigger in the fit (speaking as a wide-footer with a high arch).
Also might be in the minority on this, but really liking those pink vapors. Something different.
Irrelevant
Rookie
Vapors looking alot better in real life rather than on paper. Seems like Nike took the "stars" from the Free Run 3s and put them on the DragOn for the Breathes.
Sinner
Professional
Compared to Nikes in general. I normally wear a US10.5, but felt they fit just a tad big. For me, a US10.5 Vapor 9 felt just right.
But like I said, I want to try them on again, this time in a US10.
JGads
G.O.A.T.
Wow, so these breathes might even be roomier than the Vapors. Nice. How was the cushioning compared to the Vapes?
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Sinner
Professional
Haha, don't get your hopes TOO high... it was only just a tad big for me.
Could be barely-noticeable for someone else. I'll get back to you in a few days. lol
JGads
G.O.A.T.
Still debating on whether or not I should buy the pink vapors... Anybody else gonna be brave enough to buy them?
Absolutely. Well, unless these new Breathes or maybe the upcoming Gel Res 5 or that fancy Wilson shoe really impress somehow, since those have warranties. But I think the pinks are casually killer and will look great on court. The kind of shoe everyone is initially scared of, but down the road they'll be sought after. To me they're very Agassi-ian, actually, maybe even more so than the recent purples. Will look great with black socks, and possibly with whites, too. Just have to have confidence in the ol' masculinity and roll.
I have a feeling JoelDali thinks these shoes will change the face of the game as we know it.
Sinner
Professional
Update: Tried on US10's today and I felt that they actually fit better than my usual US10.5. To me, these definitely run a tad big. I also noticed today that the cage toebox felt softer than "cages" in the past.
Didn't get a chance to really test out the cushioning.
Another thing that I liked... Rafa-tongue! Puffier and not attached to the shoe at the sides, like in the Ballistecs.
Also saw these...
Incidentally, the new Vapors and Ballistecs are also more expensive.
They previously retailed here at around US$115, but these new ones are US$128, which I guess is closer to the price-point in the US.
The more I look at these Cages, the more I like them. Not really liking this colorway, so will wait for more to come out before making a purchase.
JGads
G.O.A.T.
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Awesome pics, man. Digging these pink Vapors even more now. If Breathes are in fact roomier, I'll have to try them on myself at some point, though I love the Vapors.
I think a much cooler yellow/black colorway of the Breathes is due out in a month or so I think? Tomic was wearing them at a tourney earlier this year, they looked nice. These are pretty bland, indeed, but if they feel great, that's the good news.
Awesome pics, man. Digging these pink Vapors even more now. If Breathes are in fact roomier, I'll have to try them on myself at some point, though I love the Vapors.
I think a much cooler yellow/black colorway of the Breathes is due out in a month or so I think? Tomic was wearing them at a tourney earlier this year, they looked nice. These are pretty bland, indeed, but if they feel great, that's the good news.
Also saw these...
How is the orange on these in real life? Really looking forward to them if it's a pretty orange.
Sinner
Professional
You bet, Babs!
Well, it's quite sharp/vibrant/bright if that's what you're looking for. I imagine they'll be even brighter in daylight.
The color is "Total Orange".
Well, it's quite sharp/vibrant/bright if that's what you're looking for. I imagine they'll be even brighter in daylight.
The color is "Total Orange".
You bet, Babs!
Well, it's quite sharp/vibrant/bright if that's what you're looking for. I imagine they'll be even brighter in daylight.
The color is "Total Orange".
Great, thanks! These are on the must buy list. Nike's total orange is a great color.
T21D
Semi-Pro
P- thanks for the pics! How've you been and merry X-mas to you and your fam!
Agreed and you know why? Because as the breathe evolves, it gets better with each passing model.
Agreed and you know why? Because as the breathe evolves, it gets better with each passing model.
I saw the footwear collection at my local store today.. The vapors are AWFUL! The pink really pops out, although the pattern is nice. I really like the CBs and I was about to get them, but we were in a hurry. The pics really don't do any justice- the whole collection (besides the cages) is much brighter in person.
West Coast Ace
G.O.A.T.
Nike went overboard big time - there will be a lot at the outlet stores in the future. A little pink detailing would have been fine.
MIKEPANTELAKIS
Rookie
Is anyone else unimpressed with the Men's clothing line? I like the shoe line, but truthfully the clothing turns me away..
ductrung3993
Hall of Fame
You sure it's women? Cause the Swiss crosses are there...
yes, sharapova and azarenka already have them: http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=383334&page=17
Borrelli
Semi-Pro
Which one's are Azarenka wearing?
Yeah they look really nice, but I'm not paying $90 for a shirt. The teal Rafa crew looks good, but I don't know if we'll ever see him play in it.
The same as Maria, I believe.
Borrelli
Semi-Pro
No, Vika's were all white with dark grey swoosh and midsole, no yellow.
JGads
G.O.A.T.
Nice color. Not sold on the zipper design. It's a little Euro. Or something. Have to see it on.
Babolast
Legend
Rafa will wear the Atomic Teal shirt when he returns next month.
augustobt
Legend
He is, like the last 4 OZs.
フェデラー
Hall of Fame
I hope it's the neo turquoise, that is actually a really really nice outfit, however he doesn't really have shoes to match it?? Black pink and white have nothing to do with turquoise.
Also here is a nice pic from TWE.
Edit: according to fed fan the silver outfit is day and night with black shorts and the black and pink shoes. I guess the turquoise will be for after the AO.
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raphMODE
Professional
Several french online shop sell the blue polo + white short as "day outfit", and grey/pink polo + anthracite short as "night outfit".
Don't know if it's reliable though.
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MJHendrickson21
New User
Do you think he should wear black socks or white socks with the outfit? No shoes for the Turqoise polo? What outfit is the black/volt shoes releasing in February for?
Borrelli
Semi-Pro
Maybe he's gonna wear some custom ID's? He'll prob just wear the same outfit for day/night.
raphMODE
Professional
Didn't think of that...
Would be a nice opportunity to promote the V9 iD.
They did it with the 2k11iD last year with Berdych and DelPotro after all.
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