Under Armour UA Curry 8 NM Team Basketball Shoes

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The cushion on the Curry 8 was a noticeable, even ride. The Flow technology utilized is not maximal by any means but gets the job done in terms of impact protection and feels to be full length, which makes for a rather enjoyable experience. I appreciated the fact that the traction both had a small amount of soft cushy feeling as well as feeling stable and low to the ground. A few days of break-in time needed Does it really BITE various surfaces well? How’s sensitivity to floor debris and what about outsole durability? Pin image source: underarmour.com OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE No real use of genuine materials might also throw some people off but hey, if people are complaining about that now, I guess they should’ve complained much earlier as the Curry line has been using primarily synthetic materials for a while now. Do they fit true to size or should you alter your choice? What about comfort? Pin image source: underarmour.com SIZING: UP 1/2 A SIZE The shoe is mad comfy but be aware of the toe bump issue. Traction is phenomenal, Flow cushion is very nicely balanced without taking away anything, support could be better but it works for what it is.

Another aspect of this is the flat knit upper, which provides excellent breathability. Where some lightweight options are much too stuffy for long games, the Curry 8 comes with high-end ventilation that will keep you cool even in the hottest of environments. Now, with that came the concerns about the durability and effectiveness of the outsole, as science would tell you foam is a lot less reliable compared to rubber and its properties are vastly different. Well, let me begin by saying the traction on these is DEADLY. Just like most people/reviewers were reporting – the shoe has a slight issue with keeping your foot 100% in place due to the incredibly minimal upper. Pair that with a slightly elevated heel area, and my toes were in a war.

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The medial sections of the foam do come out a little more, which does help plant off the inside foot more confidently. There’s also a small torsional plate for some torsional rigidity. Pin image source: underarmour.com While these barely squeak at all (it’s foam, duh), the bite is so aggressive it almost feels like it could throw you off balance if you’d let it to. Imagine yourself running at 30 miles an hour and then completely halting without any easing into it. If you’d have the Curry 8’s slapped on, you’d probably fall with your face flat on the ground. Let’s break down impact absorption, energy return, ride height, stability, step comfort & heel-to-toe transitions Pin image source: underarmour.com

The forefoot area is lower to the ground and feels firmer. Not completely dead but you won’t feel any bounce or apparent cushion. It’s all about speed and precision up there. If someone would tell me the Curry 8 weighs 8 ounces and I didn’t know the truth – I’d probably believe them!Read more about the new and exciting features of CURRY 8 in the flyer Why you should upgrade to CURRY 8. So bottom line, your typical modern use of minimal synthetic materials is utilized all over the Curry 8. If you’re no newcomer to these types of builds – you shouldn’t be surprised with the shoe. VIII. OVERALL But are they reliable for constant outdoor use? After all, most of us are still only able to hoop outdoors. While 2+ months isn’t really an ideal period to make conclusions on the shoe’s outsole durability, so far they’re holding up well. If I have one big gripe with the Curry 8 it’s the impact protection. The shoes have a solid amount of cushion and their fit is nice. However, you’re definitely going to feel it when you come down hard. They seem more suited at giving you lift during runs than jumping. The lacing system is traditional but the shoe is a one-bootie upper, meaning it’s a single piece of material. No separated tongue, nothing like that. Not that important performance-wise but something you should know.