THE OFFICIAL ADIDAS THREAD OF JAMES HARDEN - VOLUME 8 IN LOS ANGELES (CLIPPERS)

[gundamzaku]

Well, I personally prefer Jordan XX9 lows and XXXI lows. Those are my favorite shoes to play in from the last couple of years. I've been loading up on those now for pretty cheap lol. My favorite shoe cushion-wise all time is probably the Nike Zoom Ultraflight. The air zoom in those shoes was insane.

I just don't enjoy boost in basketball shoes. It feels dead to me. I also kinda of like shoes that ride a little higher now. Not quite lebron high, but somewhere right below. I run every morning in the Ultraboost STs and the boost feels great on those. Running and aging has definitely changed my cushion preference.

I love everything else about the Vol 3 though. I had the Drew Leagues and the upper feels just like the Jordan XX9s just with different cushion. I'd say they're even more durable than the flyweave. I thought about changing the insole to something softer and bouncier. But, I just bought some more XX9 and XXXI lows for about the same price I paid for the Vol 3s.

great info, thank you sir!

 

[rbk93]

Chalk it up to a slow burn, nothing is clicking for me.

1 of 1s could release soon.

 

[jamespatrick]

I also kinda of like shoes that ride a little higher now. Not quite lebron high, but somewhere right below.

You should try out the lebron 15 lows.

 

[si3n4]

Well, I personally prefer Jordan XX9 lows and XXXI lows. Those are my favorite shoes to play in from the last couple of years. I've been loading up on those now for pretty cheap lol. My favorite shoe cushion-wise all time is probably the Nike Zoom Ultraflight. The air zoom in those shoes was insane.

I just don't enjoy boost in basketball shoes. It feels dead to me. I also kinda of like shoes that ride a little higher now. Not quite lebron high, but somewhere right below. I run every morning in the Ultraboost STs and the boost feels great on those. Running and aging has definitely changed my cushion preference.

I love everything else about the Vol 3 though. I had the Drew Leagues and the upper feels just like the Jordan XX9s just with different cushion. I'd say they're even more durable than the flyweave. I thought about changing the insole to something softer and bouncier. But, I just bought some more XX9 and XXXI lows for about the same price I paid for the Vol 3s.

Cutting some slits in the stroebel board in the forefoot and heel of the V3s definitely livens up the cushioning. Adding a thicker insole also helps for those wanting a little more impact protection. I did both in one of my pairs and I really love how the shoe plays. Will do it to all of my pairs.

 

[the red model]

I actually have a pair of those, the triple black colorway. They're not my absolute favorites but they're part of the rotation for sure. They're my recovery day ball shoes lol. jamespatrick

I'm probably going to end up buying the Vol 3s again when the price is too low to pass up or theres a crazy deal on Miaddidas. I'll give the slits in the stroebel board a try then. I thought about putting in a metatarsal pad too. I had to do that with the BYW X. si3n4

 

[grittyman]

So my pair came in today...

Now I’m just using these for ball, so it’s not THAT big of a deal but part of me still feels like this is unacceptable. Just send them back for another pair. Glue seems to be wearing out, upper almost separating a bit from the outsole and I haven’t even worn them yet. I know Adidas has a really good return policy but I don’t really like to send shoes back after they’ve been worn.

What do you guys think? If I’m just going to ball in them I feel like they’re gonna get trashed anyway

 

[ThaBeard13]

this is already being sold in China, called "Journey"

 

[ThaBeard13]

more pics on his page:

 

[jamespatrick]

What do you guys think? If I’m just going to ball in them I feel like they’re gonna get trashed anyway

Personally I'd just ball in them as is. Up to you though.

this is already being sold in China, called "Journey"

Journey to the outlet racks

 

[puglife]

I’d just ball in them. I’m not super anal about stuff like that though, but if it bothers you that much, I’m sure they’ll gladly exchange them with another pair.

 

[hardens beard]

Them Rockets joints are tough

 

[gundamzaku]

I actually have a pair of those, the triple black colorway. They're not my absolute favorites but they're part of the rotation for sure. They're my recovery day ball shoes lol. jamespatrick

I'm probably going to end up buying the Vol 3s again when the price is too low to pass up or theres a crazy deal on Miaddidas. I'll give the slits in the stroebel board a try then. I thought about putting in a metatarsal pad too. I had to do that with the BYW X. si3n4

was your issue the same with the BYW X? what was it exactly?

 

[si3n4]

So my pair came in today...

Now I’m just using these for ball, so it’s not THAT big of a deal but part of me still feels like this is unacceptable. Just send them back for another pair. Glue seems to be wearing out, upper almost separating a bit from the outsole and I haven’t even worn them yet. I know Adidas has a really good return policy but I don’t really like to send shoes back after they’ve been worn.

What do you guys think? If I’m just going to ball in them I feel like they’re gonna get trashed anyway

I would be a little grumpy too if my new shoes looked like that. Since you've already worn them and you plan to play ball in them, I would suggest you give them some run to see if it gets worse before sending back to adidas. You have 45 days to return them, so you should be able to play in them a few times before you have to do decide if they are going back or not. One risk to waiting is the Drew League colorway may sell out while you're wear testing your current pair.

 

[grittyman]

Gonna check at my local store and see they have

 

[maq25060]

Does it specify what may be on sale or just saying some clearance items have hit 50 percent? Also, when does it end?

 

[dtb321]

In LA. The grey and the white/black Hardens are $68

 

[si3n4]

Those are good prices.

 

[iceman2142]

I got the grey/white/black color in San Francisco for that price. Originally paid $106 on the last day of the 30% off deal and then they got marked down 50% the next day and took them back to get the lower price. Definitely a great deal.

 

[jaynev]

would still bite at triple black Vol2's around $60

 

[grittyman]

My nearest store had these marked down 50%...I had a creator 20% discount which got me down to $61 after taxes....Groupon has a deal on Adidas gc right now...buy one for $35, get a $15 free.

So after the dust settled I paid $46 ($35 Groupon + $11.31difference) for mine. Going all out for a deal, it’s the #NT way!

 

[si3n4]

Wish there was an adidas store near me...

 

[jerseysauce]

Does anyone know when the sale ends? I scooped a pair but have been thinking about scooping another pair lol.

JS”

 

[grittyman]

Not sure, but I’ve seen 40% during BF and 30% off during random weekends so if this one is over and you missed it just be patient...DONT PAY RETAIL lol

 

[jrdatrackstar23]

Well, I personally prefer Jordan XX9 lows and XXXI lows. Those are my favorite shoes to play in from the last couple of years. I've been loading up on those now for pretty cheap lol. My favorite shoe cushion-wise all time is probably the Nike Zoom Ultraflight. The air zoom in those shoes was insane.

I just don't enjoy boost in basketball shoes. It feels dead to me. I also kinda of like shoes that ride a little higher now. Not quite lebron high, but somewhere right below. I run every morning in the Ultraboost STs and the boost feels great on those. Running and aging has definitely changed my cushion preference.

I love everything else about the Vol 3 though. I had the Drew Leagues and the upper feels just like the Jordan XX9s just with different cushion. I'd say they're even more durable than the flyweave. I thought about changing the insole to something softer and bouncier. But, I just bought some more XX9 and XXXI lows for about the same price I paid for the Vol 3s.

Out of curiosity did you ever try the Boost in the Harden Vol 2?

 

[the red model]

Out of curiosity did you ever try the Boost in the Harden Vol 2?

I attempted to play a game in them but the fit and traction didn't work for me at all. I was in a dusty gym and they were painful. I gave up on them pretty quickly before I can pay attention to the cushioning.

I did try on the Marquee Boost in-store sunday. Those felt pretty soft underfoot.

This is just MY preference though. I like zoom bouncy cushion when I'm playing ball and more stable consistent boost cushioning while I'm running. I probably just realized this last week lol. I purchased some Lebron 16s (bred) and Jordan 18s (OG colorway) over the weekend lol.

was your issue the same with the BYW X? what was it exactly?

I just need more cushion in the forefoot. Those are really low and firm. My friend plays in them and loves them though. He rotates multiple pairs. He's not a very explosive player though and relies on shiftiness. He also really likes the Hardens and Kobe 8s.