Best Basketball Shoes 2012
Firstly, you should figure out the kind of surface you're playing on and then pick the appropriate shoes. Pro and street gear do come with a price, but they are totally worth their salt. It is advisable that the shoes you choose should settle your feet in comfortably and support your ankles to avoid any complications with quick turns and sprints. Shock absorptions and all-round flexibility is a must-have.
Thou shall naught compromise on the fitting even if the design of the shoe shalt tempt ye.
Basketball shoes today, range anywhere between $50 - 250. If you are serious about your game and are a consistent player, don't compromise on your shoes with other replacements. Basketball shoes are designed distinctly in accordance to the surface and the players movements, which keep you active on your feet and reduces stress. Get ample room for your toes and heels when selecting any of these shoes. In order to keep them intact, refrain from wearing them outside the court and elsewhere.
Nike Hyperdunk 2012
This pair of shoes takes the game up a notch. These shoes are equipped with Flywire technology, and the cushions impart complete justice to the shoes. The traction in the shoes are strengthened with a hard rubber surface on the outside. A synthetic heel clip and designed foam and mesh on the upper portion help in keeping your feet light. Another cool feature of the HyperDunk is that the shoe is introduced with Flywire cables inside, that contract and retract in accordance with your foot movement. The lunarion sole, which is 30% lighter than the regular Nike Phylon foam, laterally stabilizes the pressure on the heels, and cushions the foot conveniently. This one is up for release in June, and can get you high.
LeBron 9 PS Elite
Succeeding the LeBron 9, this pair is armed with nylon fibers and a support mechanism that buckles up your heels appropriately. The impact of landing heavy on the feet is well received with the presence of mini airbags. Foot movement is quick and enhanced with the Nike Tuned Air system, which coordinates spot movements and balances the pressure on the sole whilst balancing the air volume. Hyperfuse technology regulates the air flow inside the shoes, whilst the Kevlar and carbon fiber both introduced with Flywire technology are all about flexibility. Even the laces on this one are made of Kevlar. Nike definitely trumps with this one and it comes with a price.
AJ 2012 System Of Flight
The Air Jordan 2012 is a classy act. The fit can be customized into two aspects; 'Low and Light' which wraps on the bottom of the ankle, and 'High and Tight' which wraps on the top of the ankle through detachable inner-sleeves. A lower inner sole crafted on either sides of the inside enhances the cushioning on the sides. The insoles are interchangeable and help in a variety of movements. The mid-sole is structured with resistant glass and carbon fiber which comes with three compatible soles: Air (orange colored sole) - cushions the heels with Zoom Air mechanism, Quick (blue colored sole) - strengthens the forefoot with Air - Sole unit for light cushioning, and Explosive (red colored cushion) - enhances and cushions the entire foot. This one comes with the entire works and is a personal favorite.
Adidas AdiZero Crazy Light 2
Engineered to make you fly, this product of the Crazy Light series from the Adidas franchise totally brings it in terms of its aerodynamic features. This one is a face-lift to the previous version of the Adizero Crazy Light. The shoe doubles up for training and pro sessions. A steady 2.5mm rubber sole synchronizes with the EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) sole and increases flexibility. The EVA feature is engineered with a gel that acts as a sensor when subjected to heat, and the layer stabilizes shock absorption. It bounces back the energy whilst landing, and reciprocates it to the foot. Look out for another successor to this pair, the Adidas AdiZero Rose 2.5 which comes with the Derrick Rose logo on the collar. The counterpart for this one is the Fly Wade 2, another great pair.
John Wall Zig Encore Season 2
The name's got a nice ring to it! Reebok makes a spectacular comeback this time around with an exclusive John Wall Zig Encore gear, following its liaison with Allen Iverson in 2001. The padding of these shoes are very light and flexible, and is equipped with ZigNano at the lower profile. The ventilation pods work well for the feet. The out-soles trigger good responsiveness while moving at all 360 degree angles. Aggressive and defensive stances can be maneuvered gracefully as the grip is steady on the surface. The overall grip and feel of this pair is fantastic. Sprinting and halting irregularly come with ease as the grip keeps you glued to the ground. This edition from the Reebok franchise is crafted thoughtfully and totally brings it as an All-Star gear.
Other Cool Shoes This Season
- Adidas adiZero Ghost & Adidas adiPower Howard 2
- Li-ning (Year of the Dragon series)
- Nike Zoom Kobe VII Supreme
- Under Armour Micro G Bloodline
- Nike Air Max Sweep Thru and Nike Lunar HyperDunk
- Reebok Insta Pump Fury
