There were some reports of react foam being used in prototypes of the KD 15 however the final product being released is Cushlon - just some clarification
5:50 You have a sense of humor. 😆 I still have to wait until the end of the month for these to release in the USA, but you're input will go A LONG WAY towards my potential purchase. Thank you, Zach!! 😎👍👟👟
Hay man I love the vids but a good shoe to test is the lebron white rainbow 17s I have a pair but am selling them there size 11 men's there to small on me by a little because I'm a size 12 to 13
@@channingbanks5786 the kd 15s are are one of the best shoes in 2022 and so are the pg 6s but in my personal opinion the kd 15s are better because the traction bites harder and also the kd 15s dont pick up as much dust as the pg 6s and the cushion on the kd 15 is insane and is much better than the pg 6s cushioning so overall in my opinion the kd 15 is better than the pg 6s but everything I just said is my personal opinion and I am not a professional so if I did hurt your feelings by saying something you might disagree on I am sorry
Props to this man for literally splitting the shoe apart, diagnose and assess it, do some test runs just to give us the most optimal shoe review. Love the effort, quality, and heart put into your content. Much love, stay awesome doc...
What makes your reviews better than all the other ones is that yours is completely objective. I mean you literally “break down” the shoe to see what’s in it. You’re the undisputed GOAT!
Dude. You're killing it. As soon as I saw the shoe I knew it was my next shoe but I was going to wait for your review. Didn't think you were on it this soon. Thanks.
As someone with wide feet, I really appreciate the actual breakdown of the width sizes rather than a blanket statement of just go up half a size. Never heard another youtuber mention width size before.
I’m upset with myself that I haven’t found this channel earlier. Love the anatomical aspect of the review. Love seeing and learning from the video as well. Great channel doc
Dr Zach you were absolutely in your bag for this one. Other channels are feeling the rubber with their hands for durability testing and here you’ve got the dremmel test AND whatever the heck that hardness tester was, thank you so much for the great reviews. Would love to hear your thoughts on these vs the Zoom GT Cuts, which are my current favorites
This is what a sneaker review channel should be. Other channels are like food videos that tell you only how well a food tastes and looks without the vitamins, nutritional values, or health benefits in them
I've been watching your videos for a short time,like almost 2 months,by far the best review of basketball 🏀 shoes hands down, especially tear down! To how they actually perform,thank you for the diagnostic reviews! There excellent.
This is my first time watching one of your reviews. Man, i'm not even in the half of your review and u convinced me to subscribe just like that. U da best, Zach!
When I was young I would ALWAYS try to cut my basketball shoes in half to see how they were made! I tried cutting my Allen Iverson 6's with scissors lol. Seeing you do it brought me back! You got a follow
If you experience any problems with the KD15 such as Heel Slippage. Downsize them by half. I normally wear a Size 10 - (Mb.01 - All Kyries - PG6 - PG5) So, I ordered a size10 on KD15 since it recommended getting TTS, but after a week of playing, there was lots of Heel Slippage. So, I exchange them for a Size 9.5. At first, it was super tight, but after breaking them down for 1 week of playing, they actually expand, and it's much more comfortable. For the traction and cushion, this is actually the real deal. If I can compare it to any shoes Traction is like - KD9 or KD 14 The cushion is like PG 4
Sounds like what I’m having to do now lol when I went to try on the sizes before ordering. 11 has major heel slippage but 10.5 will be perfect once they break in
Hello, how about the toe box? Is it wide foot friendly? I am normally size 10 if i wear thick socks will it compensate the heel slippage after a week? Im afraid of downsizing for 9.5 because it might not fit. Thanks.
The KD 15 is a great Summer basketball shoe, like the GT Cut & Jump, their ventilation & cushioning are amazing. It's gonna be one of the best basketball shoes in 2022
Hi Zach, I just discovered your channel, it’s awesome. My 13yo son has Sever’s disease so I’m looking for the best possible basketball shoe to help him through the upcoming season. He has an orthotic and his podiatrist has told me to look for atleast a 6mm heel drop and a really strong shank to help him. I’m looking at the LeBron 20 or KD16 or 15 (I can get the Lebron’s at the same price atm). Can you please give me your thoughts on the best choice for him? It could be any other low top basketball shoe also. He’s a guard and will wear them outdoor a bit but I expect he’ll grow out of them before he wears any of them out. Cheers
As always a superb review.I feel as if based on shoes ive used before and your info on fit and function of the shoe,I have a clear picture of how the shoe will fit and perform for me.keep up the good work and more power.
Love the review as always Dr. Zach!! Decided to pick these up after your review. Could you do a review on the GT Cut also? Would love a comparison between the two (especially with the full length strobel that they both have)
I love the profile of these. Knowing how many colorways the 14s had, I'm super excited for new colorways to come out. I was really surprised by the jump height test too.
Knowing how impossible it si tout find basket shoes three years after their releasing, I guess I will take two or three of them in different colors if I find finally the best shoes for me. I have the KD12 ones, but ventilation is horrible.
Curious that Nike keeps getting the KD line right but can't seem to do the same for Lebron's signature shoes. Also, I don't like the Nets, but I still want this shoe.,. 🤷🏽♂️
If you’re familiar with Nobull, they just released court trainers for both basketball and tennis. Look very nice, but not sure about the overall support and technology in them. Seems like something right up your alley! Great videos as always
I have not been excited for a KD since the KD9 witg full length zoom air. I am definitely getting these! Especially knowing that the will help with my achilles tendinitis. Great job Zach. Talk nerdy to us
Some quick advice if you could please. I'm attempting to get back in hooping at a recreational level. I'm soon to be 49yrs old and have been off playing since Feb '20 as I ruptured my achilles playing in a tourney. I'm looking at the KD 15 or Jordan 36 low and wonder which you think would be best. I've also had both knees scoped in the past 7yrs. Currently using some old Hyperdunk low 2013's that actually do still feel pretty good.
so i got bad heal problems and fasciates from wearing the 14s i had them only for 3 months. now i had the 12s and never had any heal issues for a good 2 years. need your advise as ive stop playing ball for a while being my feet have been in bad pain and heal is just in pain.
Hi, I love your breakdown videos because they offer a view on different types of feet as well. Just wondering for a quicker, but bouncy guard with flat wide feet that uses orthotics, would the kd 15 or the curry 9 be better?
Thanks again! Could you do more Chinese bball shoes? I heard from a lot of people they are just as good if not better, so am very curious to see if it’s true thx
Got the Nike Kobe AD Exodus a while back and planning to buy another shoe. Really tough trying to decide whether to get the KD15 or PG6. I am kinda leaning towards the KD15. Do you know which one is more similar to the Nike Kobe AD exodus? Also, which one would you recommend for lateral quickness and cutting to pop up to shoot?
Would these be good for a wide + flat footer? I get arch pain from a lot of shoes the only shoes i been able to play on for years now was the Lebron 15 low, but they been wearing down lately and need a new pair of bball shoes
Doc, that Jump Height test was very impressive especially compared against GT Jump, Anta Clay, etc. Is there a chance your jump and speed is just getting better which could possibly be skewing the results, i.e, 1 year ago the same test would result in a 35cm result?
thank you, amazing video I am, definitely going to buy these when they come out all the others shoe reviews, I don't have complete faith in, put when it comes to yours that what impacted my last few basketball shoes
Hello Zach I'd like to know if I have a medium size foot as a small forward should I get these or the pg 6? I'm looking for great traction and good support because I jump pretty high and need to make sure I can land good so which has better support as well?
I love and ALWAYS Get a snugg fit. Normally a 9.5 is perfect. I guess My question is what size do you usually wear and what size would you have gotten to have you toes touching toebox but not so much to where your feet go numb after a few games lol? I kno it might be a weird question but I really need some help not being able to try em on in person?? Thanks in advance 👌🏾👍🏾🙏🏾
Hi, I'm interested in buying the 15's but I'm gonna be ordering it only online. I'm worried about the fit since I'm slightly wide footed and I haven't had any KD shoes yet. I have the Jordan 34. Comparing the sizing, fit, and length should I take the same size as my 34's or move up half size? Great detailed information as always! Thanks and more power to your channel! 🙏😁
So im flat footed, ive hooped in the 12s and my heal spurs went away for 2 years. Got the kd which are softer bounce and been having bad heal pain....is to soft bad for heal spurs and beinf flat footed and what shoe or what do u advise. Need help .
There were some reports of react foam being used in prototypes of the KD 15 however the final product being released is Cushlon - just some clarification
5:50 You have a sense of humor. 😆
I still have to wait until the end of the month for these to release in the USA, but you're input will go A LONG WAY towards my potential purchase.
Thank you, Zach!! 😎👍👟👟
Doc, I believe KD preferred the setup with cushlon more then react.
Hay man I love the vids but a good shoe to test is the lebron white rainbow 17s I have a pair but am selling them there size 11 men's there to small on me by a little because I'm a size 12 to 13
@@channingbanks5786 the kd 15s are are one of the best shoes in 2022 and so are the pg 6s but in my personal opinion the kd 15s are better because the traction bites harder and also the kd 15s dont pick up as much dust as the pg 6s and the cushion on the kd 15 is insane and is much better than the pg 6s cushioning so overall in my opinion the kd 15 is better than the pg 6s but everything I just said is my personal opinion and I am not a professional so if I did hurt your feelings by saying something you might disagree on I am sorry
if im a wide foot what size should i go to my true to size or go 1/2 up or down
Props to this man for literally splitting the shoe apart, diagnose and assess it, do some test runs
just to give us the most optimal shoe review. Love the effort, quality, and heart put into your content.
Much love, stay awesome doc...
Thanks!
Love the breakdown from a sports and medical perspective. Something NO ONE else offers. Best shoe reviewer by far.
Thanks!
Facts
Why I’m here! Where was this 10 years ago 😅
I agree just found this channel looking for my next pick up and now im just binging
Agree 100%
What makes your reviews better than all the other ones is that yours is completely objective. I mean you literally “break down” the shoe to see what’s in it. You’re the undisputed GOAT!
Thanks! Appreciate it
The KD line is always the one I watch from Nike because the cushion setup is probably my favorite. Great review!
I still have my KD 7s probably my favorite cushion set up out of any shoes ever made.
I adore that you talk about the psychological effects of different aspects of shoe design. This is such a massively underrated thing!
Glad it helps!
Dude. You're killing it. As soon as I saw the shoe I knew it was my next shoe but I was going to wait for your review. Didn't think you were on it this soon. Thanks.
Glad you liked it!
As someone with wide feet, I really appreciate the actual breakdown of the width sizes rather than a blanket statement of just go up half a size. Never heard another youtuber mention width size before.
YOU ARE THE MAN ZACH! Thank you for blessing us with yet another excellent teardown 👏👏👏
cant say it better myself.
Glad you liked it👍
@@FootDoctorZach could you please do the all city 10.
Best breakdown of the KD 15’s on UA-cam, love the content Doc !
thanks!
I’m upset with myself that I haven’t found this channel earlier. Love the anatomical aspect of the review. Love seeing and learning from the video as well. Great channel doc
Much appreciated!
These may become my first KDs. It really seems like they fixed all my gripes with the 14s.
I’m excited to try these with my ankle braces. That swoop in the collar look like it’s going to be great for the fit with them. Thank you Dr!
Dr Zach you were absolutely in your bag for this one. Other channels are feeling the rubber with their hands for durability testing and here you’ve got the dremmel test AND whatever the heck that hardness tester was, thank you so much for the great reviews.
Would love to hear your thoughts on these vs the Zoom GT Cuts, which are my current favorites
This is what a sneaker review channel should be. Other channels are like food videos that tell you only how well a food tastes and looks without the vitamins, nutritional values, or health benefits in them
Thats a very interesting analogy
I've been watching your videos for a short time,like almost 2 months,by far the best review of basketball 🏀 shoes hands down, especially tear down! To how they actually perform,thank you for the diagnostic reviews! There excellent.
Glad you like them!
Really appreciated you highlighting the heel containment as many other reviews cite significant heel slippage!
Yeah i dont get that- had no issues and i suffer from that in a lot of shoes
This is my first time watching one of your reviews. Man, i'm not even in the half of your review and u convinced me to subscribe just like that. U da best, Zach!
Thanks 👍👍
Honestly the best channel for ball shoes or sneakers in general especially since your a foot doctor as well 👍👍👍👍
I appreciate you
When I was young I would ALWAYS try to cut my basketball shoes in half to see how they were made! I tried cutting my Allen Iverson 6's with scissors lol. Seeing you do it brought me back! You got a follow
If you experience any problems with the KD15 such as Heel Slippage.
Downsize them by half.
I normally wear a Size 10 - (Mb.01 - All Kyries - PG6 - PG5)
So, I ordered a size10 on KD15 since it recommended getting TTS, but after a week of playing, there was lots of Heel Slippage.
So, I exchange them for a Size 9.5. At first, it was super tight, but after breaking them down for 1 week of playing, they actually expand, and it's much more comfortable.
For the traction and cushion, this is actually the real deal.
If I can compare it to any shoes
Traction is like - KD9 or KD 14
The cushion is like PG 4
Should I buy the kd 14 or 15? Which would you recommend? I have wide feet and really need impact protection/ shock absorption
Sounds like what I’m having to do now lol when I went to try on the sizes before ordering. 11 has major heel slippage but 10.5 will be perfect once they break in
Hello, how about the toe box? Is it wide foot friendly? I am normally size 10 if i wear thick socks will it compensate the heel slippage after a week? Im afraid of downsizing for 9.5 because it might not fit. Thanks.
The KD 15 is a great Summer basketball shoe, like the GT Cut & Jump, their ventilation & cushioning are amazing. It's gonna be one of the best basketball shoes in 2022
i was worried because of the “heel slippage” but mine luckily came out perfect. i would recommend these fs
it is good in TTS?
The more effort put in the video, the faster you’ll grow!
Zach great review, your opinions are appreciated. Keep up the good work. Great niche for you!
Hey Zach, would you pick the KD15 over the GT Jump? What would be your indoor top 3 from best to least best in your opinion
Love seeing your break downs, these seem like a really nice pickup just need a good colorway
Just found your channel doc.. literally going to watch EVERY VIDEO!!! Love your work
Haha thanks!
Alright, thank you Dr Zach! I had a feeling these would work really well.
I've been wearing these, in a different colorway, for 3 weeks now and OMG they are soooooo comfortable
I was waiting for this video to release, you're the best Dr. Zach 🙏🤙
Hope you enjoyed it!
Great to hear Zach! I cant wait to grab a pair!
You have the best performance reviews on UA-cam by far! Keep it up Doc!!
Thanks!
Was waiting for this one! Thanks for breaking it down so early!
Hope you enjoyed it!
7:39 I rolled the same ankle twice in these a month apart non contact , but I love these regardless
Used to wish there was a channel like this when I was dismantling shoes by myself, and designing them when I was 15
Hi Zach, I just discovered your channel, it’s awesome. My 13yo son has Sever’s disease so I’m looking for the best possible basketball shoe to help him through the upcoming season. He has an orthotic and his podiatrist has told me to look for atleast a 6mm heel drop and a really strong shank to help him. I’m looking at the LeBron 20 or KD16 or 15 (I can get the Lebron’s at the same price atm). Can you please give me your thoughts on the best choice for him? It could be any other low top basketball shoe also. He’s a guard and will wear them outdoor a bit but I expect he’ll grow out of them before he wears any of them out. Cheers
Nice review thanks Zach! Will you ever do a teardown review of any the Nike Penny line?
I love all of your videos!
Thanks!
can you please do a video comparing the gt jump and kd15 to see which is better. love your videos thanks
Love your videos Doc! I hope you're doing a review of the new Renew Elevate 3!
Working on it!
Hey doc! Did you experience any heel slippage while using the KD 15's?
Hi, I too would like to know because I hesitate between the KD 14 and the KD15, I currently play with Harden Vol 3
As always a superb review.I feel as if based on shoes ive used before and your info on fit and function of the shoe,I have a clear picture of how the shoe will fit and perform for me.keep up the good work and more power.
Thanks!
Love the review as always Dr. Zach!! Decided to pick these up after your review. Could you do a review on the GT Cut also? Would love a comparison between the two (especially with the full length strobel that they both have)
would these be good for someone with plantar fascitis? thanks, love the vids
Tell me you didn’t watch the video without telling me you didn’t watch the video
the BEST shoe reviewer on youtube nop cap!
Thanks!
I love the profile of these. Knowing how many colorways the 14s had, I'm super excited for new colorways to come out.
I was really surprised by the jump height test too.
Me too
Knowing how impossible it si tout find basket shoes three years after their releasing, I guess I will take two or three of them in different colors if I find finally the best shoes for me. I have the KD12 ones, but ventilation is horrible.
Been eyeing these since they leaked, the Achilles support has me sold. Thanks for the review mate really well done 👍🏽
These videos are dope. Glad I found this channel.
Welcome aboard
Great review Zach! I love my 36's but considering these for my next shoe. I'm old and have bad knees.
Such a good review, Doc Z. Thank you. I'm getting myself thes.
dope review. we need that GT Cut review next
KD14 has been the only shoe that prevents me from spraining my ankle. I wonder if these would be a good indoor pick up.
Love how technical you get with the reviews! Glad I subscribed!
Welcome aboard
@@FootDoctorZach what's more durable for outdoor use, a gum rubber outsole or a nike xdr outsole
Curious that Nike keeps getting the KD line right but can't seem to do the same for Lebron's signature shoes. Also, I don't like the Nets, but I still want this shoe.,. 🤷🏽♂️
Haha
Amazing video man, keep posting this 🔥🔥
Thanks! Will do!
Waiting for those to drop here in Brazil so I can buy a pair and test them for myself. Insane review as always!
If you’re familiar with Nobull, they just released court trainers for both basketball and tennis. Look very nice, but not sure about the overall support and technology in them. Seems like something right up your alley! Great videos as always
I have not been excited for a KD since the KD9 witg full length zoom air. I am definitely getting these! Especially knowing that the will help with my achilles tendinitis. Great job Zach. Talk nerdy to us
👍👍
KD9s were one of the best shoes I have ever worn. Too bad the air bubbles popped. sigh* Looking forward to the KD15s as well!
hey zach i love you videos man, can you tell me what shoes do you think is the best so far for shooting guards specifically.
I actually made a video on that
ua-cam.com/video/wqJGIY1m9qc/v-deo.html
Some quick advice if you could please. I'm attempting to get back in hooping at a recreational level. I'm soon to be 49yrs old and have been off playing since Feb '20 as I ruptured my achilles playing in a tourney. I'm looking at the KD 15 or Jordan 36 low and wonder which you think would be best. I've also had both knees scoped in the past 7yrs. Currently using some old Hyperdunk low 2013's that actually do still feel pretty good.
I’m definitely going to be picking these up as soon as they release
hell yeah those look comfy af... must cop for me.... thanks for the great review!!
Found someone better than Chris from WearTesters. He is a living legend and will be forever my favorite but man, you are fantastic.
Haha yeah he’s still the gold standard for sure
Getting heel slippage in mine, foot feels locked in, but when I change directions I can feel my heel go up and down.
the highlights go crazy
i just bought the KD14, now im planning to get this aswell.
yo zach do you plan on reviewing more Chinese brand shoes, like the Gordon Hayward’s?
Wondering if you could do a performance review on the Kd Trey 5 vii
Love your videos by the way
so i got bad heal problems and fasciates from wearing the 14s i had them only for 3 months. now i had the 12s and never had any heal issues for a good 2 years. need your advise as ive stop playing ball for a while being my feet have been in bad pain and heal is just in pain.
I just got the KD 15s today. They are bit tight on the toe box and pushes on my tailor's bunion. Will it loosen up after breaking in?
Hi, I love your breakdown videos because they offer a view on different types of feet as well. Just wondering for a quicker, but bouncy guard with flat wide feet that uses orthotics, would the kd 15 or the curry 9 be better?
New to the channel... Any videos/ recommendedations for wide foot/arch hoopers?
I actually made a video on that - hope it helps
ua-cam.com/video/wqJGIY1m9qc/v-deo.html
Great video man 👍🏾
I can’t wait for them to come out!!! What do you do with it once you cut them?
Thanks again! Could you do more Chinese bball shoes? I heard from a lot of people they are just as good if not better, so am very curious to see if it’s true thx
Can you do Li-ning all city 10 or more li-ning shoes?
Do you know the difference between the team version? I don’t know if there is one but the name makes me feel like there’s something different
Can’t wait for these to release in the US, I’m ready to buy these!
Your videos are awsome 👊👊👊
Appreciate you
@@FootDoctorZach You explained it very well 👍 i would buy the shoe if it wasn't so expensive :,)
Got the Nike Kobe AD Exodus a while back and planning to buy another shoe. Really tough trying to decide whether to get the KD15 or PG6. I am kinda leaning towards the KD15. Do you know which one is more similar to the Nike Kobe AD exodus? Also, which one would you recommend for lateral quickness and cutting to pop up to shoot?
Another fire video!
Love the Nike KD 15 Olympic if only I had it to go along with my USA basketball outfit.
On their initial tech specs, it was advertised as React and Zoom Strobel, it seems that they revert back to cushlon.
Yeah some debate on that- I just watched some other reviews after releasing mine and they said cushlon too so I dunno 🤷♂️
Would these be good for a wide + flat footer? I get arch pain from a lot of shoes the only shoes i been able to play on for years now was the Lebron 15 low, but they been wearing down lately and need a new pair of bball shoes
Doc, that Jump Height test was very impressive especially compared against GT Jump, Anta Clay, etc. Is there a chance your jump and speed is just getting better which could possibly be skewing the results, i.e, 1 year ago the same test would result in a 35cm result?
Yeah I’ve talked about this in a lot of videos - I’ve had to adjust my analysis of it
Thanks for the info. 👏🏾✊🏾✌🏾👍🏾
Just waiting for the black and red color way to hit a little sale then I'm instantly buying them
Slightly rolled my left ankle in these in my first go wearing the 15 smh unreal !
thank you, amazing video I am, definitely going to buy these when they come out all the others shoe reviews, I don't have complete faith in, put when it comes to yours that what impacted my last few basketball shoes
Glad it helped you!
I love this shoe but I’ve sprained my ankle twice wearing it so idk what to do
Hello Zach I'd like to know if I have a medium size foot as a small forward should I get these or the pg 6? I'm looking for great traction and good support because I jump pretty high and need to make sure I can land good so which has better support as well?
Overall are the 15s a good shoe for a player that has had a couple of ankle sprains? Do they give you enough stability?
Hey doctor do you recommend nike elite socks? I feel like they’re too thick, which may compromise fit.
I love and ALWAYS Get a snugg fit. Normally a 9.5 is perfect. I guess My question is what size do you usually wear and what size would you have gotten to have you toes touching toebox but not so much to where your feet go numb after a few games lol? I kno it might be a weird question but I really need some help not being able to try em on in person?? Thanks in advance 👌🏾👍🏾🙏🏾
Hi, I'm interested in buying the 15's but I'm gonna be ordering it only online. I'm worried about the fit since I'm slightly wide footed and I haven't had any KD shoes yet. I have the Jordan 34. Comparing the sizing, fit, and length should I take the same size as my 34's or move up half size? Great detailed information as always! Thanks and more power to your channel! 🙏😁
So im flat footed, ive hooped in the 12s and my heal spurs went away for 2 years. Got the kd which are softer bounce and been having bad heal pain....is to soft bad for heal spurs and beinf flat footed and what shoe or what do u advise. Need help .
Hi Doc Zach, I'm a wide footer, used to have size 13 on Jordan 31, 29 and Kobe 6. Do I need to one size up (size 14) on these? Thanks
Hey Zach, when the Luka 1‘s come out could you do a review for them? Big fan of our content and love the reviews