The main difference is that this model from ANTA has been around for a while. But, it fits Kyrie’s play style the best out of the current models that ANTA has out right now. The actual model that Kyrie is using is the Pro version of this one until they make his actual first signature model and the leaks of that one look VERY different than the Shockwave. More like a Curry shoe.
Kyrie doesn’t need a double shank. Thats not his style. If someone is shifty, two shanks will hinder the flex he needs in the cross. As someone who is shifty, it will feel more firm. Hes a phenomenal hooper, so he makes it works. But if you watch some of Kyrie’s current practices, he still wears his older more flexible Kyrie’s. And it’s understandable. If he signed with puma, he’d have the perfect shoe for him. It’d be like the Original Clyde. All-Pro.
I used to own kyrie 3, and just copped this a couple weeks ago. I can confirm this shoe is so much better overall wise. However, i do miss the fluid feeling older kyries have from the outsole curvature.
I still rock the Kyrie 3's for this very reason. The curved sole feels so good during certain movements. Only downside of the shoe is the lack of impact protection. It's very much a court feel shoes. I remember trying on the Kyrie 6's and not liking how flat and clunky my step felt. Felt like two movements intead of one smooth transition like the 3's. Kyrie 3, with a bit more cushion would be amazing.
The review was spot.... on. I've been a big Kyrie line fan for quite some time. What I really appreciated about the line was that the floor to foot relationship was fantastic. You literally are hugging the floor with Kyries, and in my opinion you did not sacrifice padding/protection on aggressive landing. That's coming from someone with heel issues. But truth be told I always wondered what a Ky shoe with a little more bounce would feel like... these...are...it. Traction =👍🏾 Speed =👍🏾Ability to move through traffic during euros, complex crossovers and off balance finishes at the basket=👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾. Love the review. Kyries with a little better bounce and I cant forget better materials for sure. No disrespect to the swoosh.. just calling it like I feel it.
got them and combined with game day pro insole. i can say the best shoe i ever wore. not only while playing, after the game no knee pain, no back pain and my feet are relaxed without compromising the security
Hey Doc. I would love to see an updated version of „best ankle braces“. I think there are a lot of different models on courts (for example if you watch the fiba worldcup (Franz Wagner, Niels Giffey,…)). I just dont know which ones are good as a sprainer with injury history. Its very expensive to try out different models and also a lottle bit risky. Thanks a lot. In Doc we trust ❤😅
Kyrie Nike line aesthetically looked funky stylish but the issue has always been lack of cushioning, stiff materials at the start and the extreme narrow cut. The kyrie Infinity is the best plush feeling out the line but for 2E... had to go up 1 full size for comfort. Anta model has the tech bounce cushioning that would be perfect in kyrie 2 etc...Anta look not bad... but only the triple blk caught my attention but it's super expensive currently over the other colorways
I patiently waited for this review for 5 full days after the members teardown video. Imma watch this 100x times fosho. Mine will arrive in a couple of days! Auto buy because Doc approved it! ❤
Mannn doc zach is truly a top g when it comes to sneaker review. Heck, I even consider him the best at the moment when it comes to reviewing sneakers. Keep growing and stay humble, doc! Love your videos!
Kyrie has been wearing the pro version of the Shock Wave 5. Has different upper materials and the bottom shank is carbon fiber I believe. Slightly different midsole construction as well.
Really want to give these a shot but no where near me to try on a pair. I rocked Kyrie Nike line from start to finish and always had to size up a 1/2 size compared to everything else on Nike and that’s with a narrow to medium foot. Great review. Love this channel.
Hey Doc, It would be cool to see if you could come up with some sort of measurement for the snap back of the forefoot when bent to straight and the force or speed of that. I’d like to know from shoe to shoe, i bet other people would too
I appreciate you and your content so much Dr. Zach! Been watching your vids religiously nowadays before (and after) buying basketball shoes lol. I've been suffering from shin splints and your reviews and suggestions have made them start to subside. Thank you very much. But at 8:35 you suggested using orthotics for the shockwave 5, would you recommend using Move Game Day Pros for this (in addition to the double carbon fiber shank)?
Nike made the kyrie to be a mass sales model for the 12-20 demographic. Lots of mobility and Court feel w minimal cushion. The perfect shoe for a 16 year old guard who weighed under 160lbs and run like crazy. He’s older now needs more cushion but that outsole will give him problems on pristine nba courts. Too much stopping power unless they give him a softer translucent rubber for his personal use
there is a lot of difference with the shanks and stuff from kyries old models, but nike put larger/ more firm shanks in a lot of kyries game worn shoes
One of the best shoe that i bought. Compared to nike its an all around shoe. Indoor/outdoor lockdown is amazing. But the traction really is top tier and durable
The foam used is lighter and has a higher rebound rate than normal foam, so it would be really good in terms of performance. I know this because I'm an employee lol
Nice vid as usual. But this shoe have 2 models outdoor and pro model for indoor. And this is technically not his signature shoe but maybe closer to his nike line within the anta brand....
Hey Zach, awsome videos! Have you thought about reviewing "volleyball"(asics, mizuno) shoes? I´m interested how they compare bounce and technology wise
If theres a volleyball shoe retailer who wants to send me some of the ' best' ones I would but its a big financial commitment to buy enough of them to compare for videos then shoot the videos vs m already hectic schedule w hoops/ tennis/ running
Great Review Dr. Zach 💪🏿🧠 Hopefully you can get and review the following 3 pair of shoes that will be great performers: ( 361 BIG3 4.0 PRO either or Switch/Quick ) ( Li-Ning Bad Five 3 Ultra ) ( Anta KT 9 ) 💯🔥🏆
the thing with this model is... it has 3 versions: the budget(uses a-flash edge foam) this one, and the pro(the one kyrie actually wore) so reviewing this line is kinda painful for one's budget😅
What shoes are good to hoop in after achilles ruptures? That heel to toe drop definitely is a must but I'm not sure what shoes have that for basketball
I would match the shape of your forefoot with the toebox shape - i have a video on it- I'm also going to be measuring shoes length starting up soon on videos too so this info will be more reliable soon
im 6'5, 240, I currently wear the k swiss ultra shot 3 when playing tennis but consistently create holes or tears in the uppers, forefront of the shoe. Would these be a good replacement to those shoes. Looking for something good on my body as constant play on hard courts place a lot of strain.
Anta Shockwave 5 or Pro version is way better than Nike Kyrie’s, cause most of his Nike signature shoes feels like bricks, and some of them don’t even have any midfoot shank plate or any carbon fiber plate which will cause foot pain in long term
Agreed! I have SW5 Pro. It's lighter than Nike Kyries & the Anta outsole is way more durable! Fit was narrow & tad long but TTS. Got it in Shanghai for US$130 retail when was there for a visit
I know that shoe is perfectlly engineered from Kyrie's mind to surely hold the gravity because Kyrie is scared he will be unearthed everytime he do his moves in the court becos in his mind the Earth is flat. 😅
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The main difference is that this model from ANTA has been around for a while. But, it fits Kyrie’s play style the best out of the current models that ANTA has out right now. The actual model that Kyrie is using is the Pro version of this one until they make his actual first signature model and the leaks of that one look VERY different than the Shockwave. More like a Curry shoe.
Kyrie doesn’t need a double shank. Thats not his style. If someone is shifty, two shanks will hinder the flex he needs in the cross. As someone who is shifty, it will feel more firm. Hes a phenomenal hooper, so he makes it works. But if you watch some of Kyrie’s current practices, he still wears his older more flexible Kyrie’s. And it’s understandable. If he signed with puma, he’d have the perfect shoe for him. It’d be like the Original Clyde. All-Pro.
I used to own kyrie 3, and just copped this a couple weeks ago.
I can confirm this shoe is so much better overall wise. However, i do miss the fluid feeling older kyries have from the outsole curvature.
His actual Anta Kyrie model will incorporate this
I still rock the Kyrie 3's for this very reason. The curved sole feels so good during certain movements. Only downside of the shoe is the lack of impact protection. It's very much a court feel shoes. I remember trying on the Kyrie 6's and not liking how flat and clunky my step felt. Felt like two movements intead of one smooth transition like the 3's. Kyrie 3, with a bit more cushion would be amazing.
@@devindillard1918 The Kyrie 2's had that as well
@@devindillard1918i agree with you! Cushioning in kyrie 3 is basically nothing, and my old knee can't handle that.
Where are ya'll buying these?
The review was spot.... on. I've been a big Kyrie line fan for quite some time. What I really appreciated about the line was that the floor to foot relationship was fantastic. You literally are hugging the floor with Kyries, and in my opinion you did not sacrifice padding/protection on aggressive landing. That's coming from someone with heel issues. But truth be told I always wondered what a Ky shoe with a little more bounce would feel like... these...are...it. Traction =👍🏾 Speed =👍🏾Ability to move through traffic during euros, complex crossovers and off balance finishes at the basket=👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾. Love the review. Kyries with a little better bounce and I cant forget better materials for sure. No disrespect to the swoosh.. just calling it like I feel it.
got them and combined with game day pro insole. i can say the best shoe i ever wore. not only while playing, after the game no knee pain, no back pain and my feet are relaxed without compromising the security
Hey Doc. I would love to see an updated version of „best ankle braces“. I think there are a lot of different models on courts (for example if you watch the fiba worldcup (Franz Wagner, Niels Giffey,…)).
I just dont know which ones are good as a sprainer with injury history. Its very expensive to try out different models and also a lottle bit risky.
Thanks a lot. In Doc we trust ❤😅
Would love to have this from the man!
Kyrie Nike line aesthetically looked funky stylish but the issue has always been lack of cushioning, stiff materials at the start and the extreme narrow cut. The kyrie Infinity is the best plush feeling out the line but for 2E... had to go up 1 full size for comfort. Anta model has the tech bounce cushioning that would be perfect in kyrie 2 etc...Anta look not bad... but only the triple blk caught my attention but it's super expensive currently over the other colorways
That's so weird with the narrow cut. Most Chinese people has wide feet.
I patiently waited for this review for 5 full days after the members teardown video. Imma watch this 100x times fosho. Mine will arrive in a couple of days! Auto buy because Doc approved it! ❤
Haha yeah I had a gap because of Labor Day
Mannn doc zach is truly a top g when it comes to sneaker review. Heck, I even consider him the best at the moment when it comes to reviewing sneakers. Keep growing and stay humble, doc! Love your videos!
Appreciate that- everyone is the space right now is making good videos- good time to be a sneaker content consumer
This is a great update. Thanks for showing the inside.
Kyrie has been wearing the pro version of the Shock Wave 5. Has different upper materials and the bottom shank is carbon fiber I believe. Slightly different midsole construction as well.
The pros are made for indoor, doc plays outdoor.
Really want to give these a shot but no where near me to try on a pair. I rocked Kyrie Nike line from start to finish and always had to size up a 1/2 size compared to everything else on Nike and that’s with a narrow to medium foot. Great review. Love this channel.
Can you also do a review on the shockwave 5 v2? 🙏
Hey Doc,
It would be cool to see if you could come up with some sort of measurement for the snap back of the forefoot when bent to straight and the force or speed of that. I’d like to know from shoe to shoe, i bet other people would too
Ive tried a few different ways but none are reproducible and easy enough to do over and over to incorporate into every video
@@FootDoctorZach makes sense! Appreciate the response 👍🏼
I appreciate you and your content so much Dr. Zach! Been watching your vids religiously nowadays before (and after) buying basketball shoes lol. I've been suffering from shin splints and your reviews and suggestions have made them start to subside. Thank you very much.
But at 8:35 you suggested using orthotics for the shockwave 5, would you recommend using Move Game Day Pros for this (in addition to the double carbon fiber shank)?
Nike made the kyrie to be a mass sales model for the 12-20 demographic. Lots of mobility and Court feel w minimal cushion. The perfect shoe for a 16 year old guard who weighed under 160lbs and run like crazy. He’s older now needs more cushion but that outsole will give him problems on pristine nba courts. Too much stopping power unless they give him a softer translucent rubber for his personal use
Please review the unreleased Kyrie 8s
there is a lot of difference with the shanks and stuff from kyries old models, but nike put larger/ more firm shanks in a lot of kyries game worn shoes
Please review the Curry 3Z7
You’ll have to review the pro next since he’s playing in that version mostly
One of the best shoe that i bought. Compared to nike its an all around shoe. Indoor/outdoor lockdown is amazing. But the traction really is top tier and durable
Hey Zach, this tech sounds impressive. Would these shoes be good for tennis, too / basketball shoes in general for tennis?
The foam used is lighter and has a higher rebound rate than normal foam, so it would be really good in terms of performance. I know this because I'm an employee lol
Thanks Doc! Please do a review also of the Puma Clyde All Pro (Scoot Henderson).
Nice vid as usual. But this shoe have 2 models outdoor and pro model for indoor. And this is technically not his signature shoe but maybe closer to his nike line within the anta brand....
Let's GOOOOOO Shoe Doc... we just bought two pair. I have my opinion but I have to see your thoughts.
Hey Zach, awsome videos! Have you thought about reviewing "volleyball"(asics, mizuno) shoes? I´m interested how they compare bounce and technology wise
If theres a volleyball shoe retailer who wants to send me some of the ' best' ones I would but its a big financial commitment to buy enough of them to compare for videos then shoot the videos vs m already hectic schedule w hoops/ tennis/ running
Try the more budget one Doc! Anta Shock Wave Team. Book it!
thanks!
can we get a Judah 1 review?
thanks, be blessed!
Great Review Dr. Zach 💪🏿🧠
Hopefully you can get and review
the following 3 pair of shoes that will be great performers:
( 361 BIG3 4.0 PRO either or Switch/Quick )
( Li-Ning Bad Five 3 Ultra )
( Anta KT 9 )
💯🔥🏆
Shoe Doc, can you do a test for the 361 Degrees Big3 4 Quick and Pro!
the thing with this model is... it has 3 versions: the budget(uses a-flash edge foam) this one, and the pro(the one kyrie actually wore) so reviewing this line is kinda painful for one's budget😅
hey doc, can you please do a review for lebron ambassador 13 empira jade colorway? and i love the way you explain every details❤
Interesting topic and comparison.
Hey Doc! Would love to see you review the puma all pro nitro! They seem really good and I would love to see your thoughts on them :D
Are these better than wade 808 3s?
Heard about Lining's designers jumped to the Anta squa
Great review doc. How do you feel these would perform for tennis or pickleball? Thank you
Please review some of the brand black lines 🙏🏾
Hi Zach I would like you to review the Adidas Crazy 1 shoes. Could you please review them for me? Thank you.
I am 42 years old and I still play ball a lot and this is the best basketball that I used in my entire life by far.
U gotta check out the wow 10 than ,u gonna b blown away
@@unofreazagree 👍 pricey but like you said, I was blown away. 👍
What shoes are good to hoop in after achilles ruptures? That heel to toe drop definitely is a must but I'm not sure what shoes have that for basketball
Shock wave 5 V2 is up.🔥🔥🔥
Hi doc please do a review of the anta shockwave 5 version 2 black lightning colorway thanks
Do the Adidas BYW Select pls.
Hi Zach, can we get a review of the Li ning Yushuai 17 thank you
anta shock wave 5 or adidas harden vol6 for outsole durability
Anta shock wave 5 or Way of Wade 808? What should I buy?
Hey doc! What's your favorite basketball shoe released this year so far?
Review Anta Z-UP 4 thanks!!
TEch wise and play ability wise which brand is the best right now?
Now if they only made them easy to purchase in the USA, Anta would have a winner on their hands.
I like this for outdoor but i still have the lining badfive 3 and i'm not sure if it is an worth upgrade or if it is an upgrade at all 😢
Does the clear outsole for the anta shockwave 5 “Inmortality” work as efficient and durable as the rubber outsole?
No idea
Cant wait for the flagship model to come out
How bout the v2 team?
sir what dp you think is the best colorway and eye catching in the anta shockwave 5??.thankyou from philipines
Anta Shockwave 5 or Wow 808 3?
What does nitrogen infused mean? And how does it translate performance wise? I’m not familiar
I’m a guard should I get these or the wow 10?
I'm a nike 11.5 and these don't come in size 11.5. Suggestion on size?
How is the bounce of the Shock Wave 5 vs Li-Ning wow 10?
Wow 10 has more bounce but the anta klay thompson kt7 or kt6 is similar
Do you know the official Zion 3 release date?
Do the pros please zach
my question is, are these shock wave 5 good for tennis?
I don’t see why not on a hard court
Doc, what is better? Shockwave 5 or way of wade 808 3?
Hi 🙂
it is possible to review puma all-pro nitro pe "Scott" ?
Doc would it be a bad idea to add a move insole to this or other double shank shoes? Like having 3 shanks in 1 shoe,m
are you going to do the pro version ?
probably
For me anta shock wave 5 is not good because, Not bounces not good impact protection because hard
@footdoctorZach can you recommend guard shoes for someone with Morton’s toe?
I would match the shape of your forefoot with the toebox shape - i have a video on it- I'm also going to be measuring shoes length starting up soon on videos too so this info will be more reliable soon
Thanks. Will take a look at videos. Not an orthotic thing then?
Can you review converse
im 6'5, 240, I currently wear the k swiss ultra shot 3 when playing tennis but consistently create holes or tears in the uppers, forefront of the shoe. Would these be a good replacement to those shoes. Looking for something good on my body as constant play on hard courts place a lot of strain.
Pls do puma all pro nitro
I definitely think his signature shoe will be quite different.
I cant afford it here in philippines it cost like $220
Bought Luka-2 (caves) Jordan shoes. Having real problems with blisters on back of my ankle. Are ASW5 prone to blistering as well? @FootDoctorZach
Not for my foot but you could be different the way you hit the shoe
Anta Shockwave 5 or Pro version is way better than Nike Kyrie’s, cause most of his Nike signature shoes feels like bricks, and some of them don’t even have any midfoot shank plate or any carbon fiber plate which will cause foot pain in long term
Agreed! I have SW5 Pro. It's lighter than Nike Kyries & the Anta outsole is way more durable! Fit was narrow & tad long but TTS. Got it in Shanghai for US$130 retail when was there for a visit
@@michaelyoong7 Pro version’s insole is different from regular version, it has U-shaped heel TPU, forefoot design is from Kyrie 3
These are shoes he is wearing while his actual model is being made; that is why they are different compared to his Nikes.
...so will wait for Kyrie official Anta k1
Are you gonna be doing the puma all pro nitro?
this or gt cut academy?
These
Are those Reps 😮
Is this shoe is true to size? Thanks
Watch the video and find out
hell yeah
For sure anta brand will become more popular because of kyrie irving
Chinese Basketball Shoe companies coming for the throne
I know that shoe is perfectlly engineered from Kyrie's mind to surely hold the gravity because Kyrie is scared he will be unearthed everytime he do his moves in the court becos in his mind the Earth is flat. 😅
Better than Wade 10?
Wade 10 is always fire!🔥
I think the Shockwave 5 pro is the Nike Kyrie rip-off
Lets goooooo
First
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you should review the wow son of flash
You should search my channel
Laces😡🤬 BOA is the way to go. 💡🫶