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I got these shoes a couple days ago as a replacement for my old Pump Triple Breaks. I hit with them and I decided to post a review.
About my feet: they're pretty normal, medium arch, medium foot but my toe box is slightly wide.
Now, onto the review (ratings are from 1-10, 1=bad 10=great)
Fit/Design: This shoes looks great in my opinion, solid black/white colorway and a sweet design. The fit was good, the heel was medium-spaced, then it got a bit tighter in the mid area and had plenty of room in the toe. 8/10
Durability: I only had them for 2 days so I can't comment on their longevity, but after a practice set and then a 4-set match today, the shoes had no signs of wear. 7/10 (not long-term)
Ventilation: I thought these shoes breathed alright, there was some mesh around the heel. I did think that more vents around the top of the toe would have made the shoes feel cooler. 7/10
Traction: My Reeboks have had a history of not having sticky traction. This shoes follows the rule. Don't get me wrong, I can brake hard and turn, but the traction doesn't seem to really grip on the court. 6/10
Comfort: the finest part of the shoe. Walking in them was absolutely plush, and the pump helped a lot as well. One of the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. 10/10
Stability: top marks here as well. I never felt the need to hold back on a run because I could hurt my ankle. I felt like my shoes were in a vault, that it was that secure. They were a bit on the heavy side, but not too heavy (the Barricades are an ounce or so heavier.)
Overall: great shoes if you prefer a wider feel in the toe box, incredible stability, very comfortable and they feel great. If you want more ventilation, you can drill some holes in the toe box. 8/10
