MEGA New Miami Adidas Ultraboost🔥 - The Shoe and Nike/Adidas Thread.

I might get a pair eventually but the outsole worries me. I’m 200 pounds so seems like the outsole would be worn down after 150 miles.
First off, at 200 pounds I can guarantee you these will last you well over 150 miles. They’ll most likely last you over 500 miles.

Second, being worried about the outsole in these new high stacky shoes means you have issues dragging your feet or something. The life of the foam should be your concern imo
 
Jordan Brand is dying. Overpriced and it's customers are aging out. Same thing with Harley Davidson losing the next generation. But yeah Nike and Jordan understand the culture. Wearing Nike doesn't make your **** enlarge. Objectively Nike is still #1 as he said but at this rate it won't be for long.

I'm just the messenger.

I'll add if Jordan is desperate perhaps Miami can charge a ransom for a deal.


I'm so glad you are unbiased...

And I'll have you know, my **** is much larger since I have started wearing Nikes. Which was in middle school.
 
Uh oh it may not only be Adidas who releases trash lol

If you don’t like the design of these I can live with that. I don’t agree but still can see how someone might not like how these look. But please take a look at the detail and execution of the jersey. Adidas could never even dream of this. Comparing the materials, detail, and execution of this jersey compared to any adidas school is comparing minor leagues to hall of fame.

You all have to see this, right? Whether you love adidas or not comparing uniforms/player gear is like comparing FCS to P4
 
I might get a pair eventually but the outsole worries me. I’m 200 pounds so seems like the outsole would be worn down after 150 miles.
First off, at 200 pounds I can guarantee you these will last you well over 150 miles. They’ll most likely last you over 500 miles.

Second, being worried about the outsole in these new high stacky shoes means you have issues dragging your feet or something. The life of the foam should be your concern imo
Well I did 300 miles on the new balance rebel v4 and the outsole was wearing down on the toe box. I think I do have an unbalance foot strike or something who knows. But the Evo Sl just doesn’t look like it has much under there. Foam isn’t really the concern, the rebel still has plenty of cushion and plush in them.

Have about 100 miles on the asics Novablast 5 and those seem to be holding sturdy cushion and traction
 
Well I did 300 miles on the new balance rebel v4 and the outsole was wearing down on the toe box. I think I do have an unbalance foot strike or something who knows. But the Evo Sl just doesn’t look like it has much under there. Foam isn’t really the concern, the rebel still has plenty of cushion and plush in them.

Have about 100 miles on the asics Novablast 5 and those seem to be holding sturdy cushion and traction
ah, I personally would not consider the NB Rebelv4 a daily trainer. It's more of a tempo/workout shoe with an extremely short life. At 300 miles for a 200 lb runner, it's well overcooked imo, especially if your not using it as intended While the outsole might be worn, that foam has been cooked for awhile - I dont care how it feels - It has EVA blended in. You cannot compare that to the TPEE in the adidas evo sl.

The Novablast 5 I would consider a trainer and it has a lot more stack so it will give more miles than the NB Rebel. Probably not as much as the Novablast 4 or the EVO SL but it's probably knocking on the door or 500 miles. These are very well regarded trainers. And for these specifically, I would note that it does have exposed foam on the outsole and do not be concerned if that starts to wear.
 
Well I did 300 miles on the new balance rebel v4 and the outsole was wearing down on the toe box. I think I do have an unbalance foot strike or something who knows. But the Evo Sl just doesn’t look like it has much under there. Foam isn’t really the concern, the rebel still has plenty of cushion and plush in them.

Have about 100 miles on the asics Novablast 5 and those seem to be holding sturdy cushion and traction
ah, I personally would not consider the NB Rebelv4 a daily trainer. It's more of a tempo/workout shoe with an extremely short life. At 300 miles for a 200 lb runner, it's well overcooked imo, especially if your not using it as intended While the outsole might be worn, that foam has been cooked for awhile - I dont care how it feels - It has EVA blended in. You cannot compare that to the TPEE in the adidas evo sl.

The Novablast 5 I would consider a trainer and it has a lot more stack so it will give more miles than the NB Rebel. Probably not as much as the Novablast 4 or the EVO SL but it's probably knocking on the door or 500 miles. These are very well regarded trainers. And for these specifically, I would note that it does have exposed foam on the outsole and do not be concerned if that starts to wear.
**** good to know thanks man.
 
Jordan Brand is dying. Overpriced and it's customers are aging out. Same thing with Harley Davidson losing the next generation. But yeah Nike and Jordan understand the culture. Wearing Nike doesn't make your **** enlarge. Objectively Nike is still #1 as he said but at this rate it won't be for long.

I'm just the messenger.

I'll add if Jordan is desperate perhaps Miami can charge a ransom for a deal.


I don't totally disagree. Jordans are expensive - I don't see how a lot people afford them. I'm Gen X and will always see them as Gen X's thing. I never had a pair growing up and I'm definitely compensating now. 1-12 are iconic shoes for me and I don't expect younger generations to understand the impact that Michael Jordan had on our childhoods. I see a lot of Gen Zers wearing the running trainers from 20 years ago like the Asics Kayano 12. It makes since. There affordable enough and practical for urban living where youre walking around more. Anytime I go to the northeast or Chicago I dont bring Jordans, I bring Asics 1130s - There very decent for walking around and theyre cool.

I do feel like a lot of the issues with these releases of the Jordans revolve around the crackdown on resellers and the stoppage of the train heists. Since 2024 there were probably at least a dozen train heists targeting Jordans. This was easily a few million dollars worth and maybe upwards of $10 million. And we dont even know about pre-2024. There hasnt been a heist since October of 2025. And that is also when the resellers started to lose control. So these resellers are no longer able to create the illusion of scarcity. And since theyre no longer being stolen, theyre a lot easier to get from Nike when released.
 
If you don’t like the design of these I can live with that. I don’t agree but still can see how someone might not like how these look. But please take a look at the detail and execution of the jersey. Adidas could never even dream of this. Comparing the materials, detail, and execution of this jersey compared to any adidas school is comparing minor leagues to hall of fame.

You all have to see this, right? Whether you love adidas or not comparing uniforms/player gear is like comparing FCS to P4

The unis r gas, period. They’re symmetrical, the fit is perfect, a true collar, the primary colors don’t overshadow the uni, but rather compliment. The seams don’t bleed into the name plates nor numbers. The numbers aren’t at different levels. The font is professional. The gloves literally matches w/ the same breathable material used.

There’s a segment in this fan base that have a hard time giving compliments to teams, coaches, brands that’s not associated w The University of Miami. These same ones will literally gas uniforms we’ve been given that r baggy, distorted, & not our primary colors. It’s hilarious to me. We’ve been given unis that literally sag in the back, like someone got their manhood taken in prison, & these mofos feel they’re somehow qualified to judge designs? Lol.

I’ve seen hate on facilities, stadiums, etc. & that doesn’t make u a super fan; it just makes u look insecure. Told my UTenn homies, Adidas got that orange looking like Manning’s heyday, they did a great job in resurrecting Volunteer Orange. Y can I give that compliment? I hate UGA even more since my lil cousin is a huge fan & alum, & my colleague is an alum…but, two things can be true. These stormtroopers r fire, & it’s been well received by most, including their rivals.
 
I don't totally disagree. Jordans are expensive - I don't see how a lot people afford them. I'm Gen X and will always see them as Gen X's thing. I never had a pair growing up and I'm definitely compensating now. 1-12 are iconic shoes for me and I don't expect younger generations to understand the impact that Michael Jordan had on our childhoods. I see a lot of Gen Zers wearing the running trainers from 20 years ago like the Asics Kayano 12. It makes since. There affordable enough and practical for urban living where youre walking around more. Anytime I go to the northeast or Chicago I dont bring Jordans, I bring Asics 1130s - There very decent for walking around and theyre cool.

I do feel like a lot of the issues with these releases of the Jordans revolve around the crackdown on resellers and the stoppage of the train heists. Since 2024 there were probably at least a dozen train heists targeting Jordans. This was easily a few million dollars worth and maybe upwards of $10 million. And we dont even know about pre-2024. There hasnt been a heist since October of 2025. And that is also when the resellers started to lose control. So these resellers are no longer able to create the illusion of scarcity. And since theyre no longer being stolen, theyre a lot easier to get from Nike when released.

Ding, ding, ding. Brother, if u were next to me I would buy u a drink.
 
The unis r gas, period. They’re symmetrical, the fit is perfect, a true collar, the primary colors don’t overshadow the uni, but rather compliment. The seams don’t bleed into the name plates nor numbers. The numbers aren’t at different levels. The font is professional. The gloves literally matches w/ the same breathable material used.

There’s a segment in this fan base that have a hard time giving compliments to teams, coaches, brands that’s not associated w The University of Miami. These same ones will literally gas uniforms we’ve been given that r baggy, distorted, & not our primary colors. It’s hilarious to me. We’ve been given unis that literally sag in the back, like someone got their manhood taken in prison, & these mofos feel they’re somehow qualified to judge designs? Lol.

I’ve seen hate on facilities, stadiums, etc. & that doesn’t make u a super fan; it just makes u look insecure. Told my UTenn homies, Adidas got that orange looking like Manning’s heyday, they did a great job in resurrecting Volunteer Orange. Y can I give that compliment? I hate UGA even more since my lil cousin is a huge fan & alum, & my colleague is an alum…but, two things can be true. These stormtroopers r fire, & it’s been well received by most, including their rivals.
Typical CIS... if those were Miami Stormtroopers, they'd be fire, but because they are Georgia, people hate them. **** Georgia, but that has nothing to do with their uniforms.
 
Jordan Brand is dying. Overpriced and it's customers are aging out. Same thing with Harley Davidson losing the next generation. But yeah Nike and Jordan understand the culture. Wearing Nike doesn't make your **** enlarge. Objectively Nike is still #1 as he said but at this rate it won't be for long.

I'm just the messenger.

I'll add if Jordan is desperate perhaps Miami can charge a ransom for a deal.


I don't totally disagree. Jordans are expensive - I don't see how a lot people afford them. I'm Gen X and will always see them as Gen X's thing. I never had a pair growing up and I'm definitely compensating now. 1-12 are iconic shoes for me and I don't expect younger generations to understand the impact that Michael Jordan had on our childhoods. I see a lot of Gen Zers wearing the running trainers from 20 years ago like the Asics Kayano 12. It makes since. There affordable enough and practical for urban living where youre walking around more. Anytime I go to the northeast or Chicago I dont bring Jordans, I bring Asics 1130s - There very decent for walking around and theyre cool.

I do feel like a lot of the issues with these releases of the Jordans revolve around the crackdown on resellers and the stoppage of the train heists. Since 2024 there were probably at least a dozen train heists targeting Jordans. This was easily a few million dollars worth and maybe upwards of $10 million. And we dont even know about pre-2024. There hasnt been a heist since October of 2025. And that is also when the resellers started to lose control. So these resellers are no longer able to create the illusion of scarcity. And since theyre no longer being stolen, theyre a lot easier to get from Nike when released.
Runners are way more comfortable for less.
 
"People buying everything but Jordans"

"New Balance is the move"

It probably pains these Jordan Brand and Nike sneaker heads to hear sales reps telling them Hoka and New Balance is what's selling, not Nike or Jordans. He seems like a nice dude. I might get a pair of Nike's or Jordans at one of these clearance stores for $15 or $20 to wear for yardwork.

 
"People buying everything but Jordans"

"New Balance is the move"

It probably pains these Jordan Brand and Nike sneaker heads to hear sales reps telling them Hoka and New Balance is what's selling, not Nike or Jordans. He seems like a nice dude. I might get a pair of Nike's or Jordans at one of these clearance stores for $15 or $20 to wear for yardwork.




I don't know if I've seen a dumber video.

A. "Jordan 3s are not selling on Saturday drops. My evidence? Here are some on sale."
B. "New Balance is selling better than Jordans on Saturday drops. My evidence? Whoops, just ignore that the New Balance are ALSO on sale."

Makes no sense at all.

Look, he's at JD Sports. Sure, they have some Jordan models that you can buy online for a Saturday drop AND that you can buy in the stores. That's an inventory management issue, I'm not going to get into that.

The reality is, some of these Jordan drops are twice as expensive as the New Balance shoes he was showing off, and Nike might end up selling 10x the number of a particular Jordan model than a New Balance model he is featuring.

Plus, look at his username: "BallinOnABudget". Dude doesn't want to pay $225 for a Jordan drop, and that's fine.

Meaning...while sure, there MIGHT be some Jordan inventory available, that has NOTHING to do with how much money (and profit) Nike made on that drop.

And then look at some of the Jordans he showed off. He held up the Easter colorway that was a women's release. He held up one of the hybrid Jordans (the ones that combine elements of the 4s and the 5s and the 6s, as just an example). The only one he held up that I would have possibly purchased on the day of the drop was the Cap & Gown. But I already have soooooo many Jordan 6s (the first Jordan I ever purchased on my own, thus my emotional favorite).

I get it, all these podcasters want to stand out by saying something controversial. Whatever. I just don't take a random dude going to a random JD Sports store in some random mall as...the ultimate arbiter of what shoe sells more than another shoe.

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