I returned this shoe for one reason, and that was because of the bump at the intersection of the tongue and upper. This shoe is just so low and the material digs into my upper feet and makes it impossible to play in.
Why others saying its top-tier traction? Good to hear another perspective. KD14s my favorite for max cushion and step-in comfort. You got something similar that competes with KD14s?
The place where they bend in the forefoot can be a little uncomfortable on top of the foot, but otherwise I'm loving them so far. The traction definitely won't last that long on gritty surfaces though, just too thin and soft.
Alright me being from Minnesota Ant does not need to be on a national team. We need to win a championship because look at Milwaukee because now that they won a championship no one says that anymore. I will say if Minnesota keeps down those turnovers I see them going far but if not we will be one and done. All I know is watching the kid play every night has been so much fun. I plan on buying every pair of his to support him for sure.
agree, the shoe review was great and although I get the slight point for marketing, Ant being and staying in Minnesota is good for him, the team, the city, and the league overall. We do not need more "created" superteams around the league. Minnesota having a bonafide star to build around is absolutely the best situation for everyone. Love to have AE on my Hornets though (LaMelo is really good but his injuries are derailing his and the team's growth).
One thing you didint mention and its actually the biggest down side of this shoe and its the lacing / opening. I dont know why more ppl are not talking about it. the way its sawed together at the bottom of the tounge, i cant fit my feet in the shoe, i literally cant put them on, its like 30s struggle to fit my feet trought the opening, once i am in they fit good, but wtf is this feature for? its not on the low model (but the mid are better shoe overall so i didint wanna buy low, mid has better coushioning materials and better support) i have high arch so maybe my feet are "taller" in from of ankle so the distanmce from top of my ankle to the heel is greather then the opening it self but wtf :D i bet lots of ppl have this problem i have pretty standard even nerrow feet
For Forwards/Guards is this the best shoe ?? i have been looking at the SPO player 1 do you think this is way better for like a bigger size guards/ forwards
I bought a pair, and they don't match the size. I'm a size 7 UK narrow fit, and my feet don't even fit in because the shoes only open a little, and the fabric doesn't stretch. Even with a larger size, the first four holes of the lacing system start before the tongue, so the first laces are on the top of the feet and apply more pressure. All my Adidas are size 7, and I had to choose 8 in this model.
@ralphsalva8276 I was looking at the Nike Hyperrev 2015. I tried them on back then at the nike outlets and saw a pair on Mercari. Might just go with Hyperrevs since they're 30$.
@@Dan29203 I like the air jordan 37. It has worked great on cement and blacktop. The cushion and response and breathability are the best shoe I've played. I wore them to universal studios and walked 11 miles and my feet weren't even hurting. I'm 37 years so having the best footwear is important lol.
2nd color is my favorite im a pick up a pair. Rite now I have the Don Issue 3, Nike Freak 4, Kyrie 3 low, Kyrie 7, 2 pair of Nike GT Jump and Lebron 15. Trying to replace all my Nike basketball shoes with adidas.
This shoe is for aggressive players .if you want to go stop and go and attack the paint this is your shoe.. I feel like im 10 years younger when i trued one today for the first time ballin..lol..very good ankle support. I just dont like when putting them on its so hard to put on the heels.but once your in the shoe is a beast.. i am flat footed too but this shoe is good.kinda heavy. My AJ36 and dame 8 are lighter.
The shoes should have an identity with the player. Like Jordan and Kobe. If you see them you can tell who's shoe is it right away. Antman and Lamelo and the nike Kyrie shoes has that identity design with them. Can't even tell Lebron and Durant's shoes if you see them in public.
Don’t know what takeover is and I’ve been posting open runs in my reviews for a while. Just not the main focus. Those TH-camrs who post those open runs play basketball 24/7 by the way haha. People who’ve been following me for a while know I can hoop already but if I have more time I can make content like that.
I have never rolled my ankle so many time with any other shoe. Shoe is way to heavy, it’s actually crazy 3 times in 1 month and this last time was so bad I’m not playing basketball till I buy a new shoe cause besides being comfortable and a nice shoes, the con is just too much
@@Hamzamaarouf1 Appreciate it! You couldn’t really be on the practice team at my school unless you were good. Both mens and womens teams were ranked nationally at the time in the top 25
as much as I am convinced that it is a good performing shoe, the looks personally I think is an acquired taste. kinda gives u a trypophobia vibe to it.
tl dr: they're heavy for no reason, the upper's mesh is cheap and umcomfortable and for whatever reason they made the brain dead choice to have bootie upper instead of the classic adjustable tongue... Last but not least the laces are dog shit and uncomfortable. The only positive is the tooling(traction cushion and shank) , and unfortunately that's not great either because jet boost is significantly heavier than any other ETPU tech for no reason or added benefit :( So yeah, the shoe's popularity is mostly hype and an outrageous design
I love your videos and it helps a lot thank you 🙏
Oh my goodness DG Hoops you just made my year by liking this I love your videos thanks for replying with a heart! ❤️
I returned this shoe for one reason, and that was because of the bump at the intersection of the tongue and upper. This shoe is just so low and the material digs into my upper feet and makes it impossible to play in.
In my experience I went down a half size with a normal width foot and it fits great
Love the blue colorway. Ae 1s are the best looking shoe out right now. Simple,sleek and performs well.
Fact 💯
Idk abt best looking
Lol no
Just recently purchased the new all-star color-way. I like the wave/turquoise color as well 🔥🔥👍🏿
all-star color is 🔥🔥
Why others saying its top-tier traction? Good to hear another perspective. KD14s my favorite for max cushion and step-in comfort. You got something similar that competes with KD14s?
I love the AE1 best shoe. Ant man saved adidas
Have you had any trouble with the laces? Or any problems at all? I’m looking to buy a pair and wanna know if it’s worth jr
@@adamwestbrook8589 it is worth it for me no problems
@@adamwestbrook8589get kd 16
@@adamwestbrook8589 the stock laces was an issue for me. they won't hold up. i replaced 'em and problem solved.
Harden hate is crazy
thank you for the honest review! do you think the harden 7s have better traction? also do the hardens feel lighter than the ae 1? thanks
Both heavy but harden lighter and traction is a tie or the ae1
shieshh u got that "gimme green" skills
@@LeNutDemolisher ur the biggest bot ever
@@victor-i5z5k the biggest bot with the biggest D too.
The place where they bend in the forefoot can be a little uncomfortable on top of the foot, but otherwise I'm loving them so far.
The traction definitely won't last that long on gritty surfaces though, just too thin and soft.
They are hard to put your foot in as well shocked that wasn’t mentioned
Impossible! I agree!
I just got it but the laces and end of tongue just bite into my foot and it's uncomfortable
Best pair I've had for a while, AE1s are amazing! Comfort is KING with these.
This what I need! Videos are really helpful
Alright me being from Minnesota Ant does not need to be on a national team. We need to win a championship because look at Milwaukee because now that they won a championship no one says that anymore. I will say if Minnesota keeps down those turnovers I see them going far but if not we will be one and done. All I know is watching the kid play every night has been so much fun. I plan on buying every pair of his to support him for sure.
agree, the shoe review was great and although I get the slight point for marketing, Ant being and staying in Minnesota is good for him, the team, the city, and the league overall. We do not need more "created" superteams around the league. Minnesota having a bonafide star to build around is absolutely the best situation for everyone. Love to have AE on my Hornets though (LaMelo is really good but his injuries are derailing his and the team's growth).
One thing you didint mention and its actually the biggest down side of this shoe and its the lacing / opening. I dont know why more ppl are not talking about it. the way its sawed together at the bottom of the tounge, i cant fit my feet in the shoe, i literally cant put them on, its like 30s struggle to fit my feet trought the opening, once i am in they fit good, but wtf is this feature for? its not on the low model (but the mid are better shoe overall so i didint wanna buy low, mid has better coushioning materials and better support)
i have high arch so maybe my feet are "taller" in from of ankle so the distanmce from top of my ankle to the heel is greather then the opening it self but wtf :D i bet lots of ppl have this problem i have pretty standard even nerrow feet
the problem is with me is i get blisters on my toes and it makes the whole experience not fun when my socks are soaked in blood
For Forwards/Guards is this the best shoe ?? i have been looking at the SPO player 1 do you think this is way better for like a bigger size guards/ forwards
Has 2 open Shoe laces hole loops in inside of shoe which cuts into the roof of your mid foot.
I got the same issue I was thinking about cutting the stitches all the way to the bottom
Nice review man! Just subscribed. Any places with these in stock? I cant find them anywhere!
stock x probably
Can i use this in a rubberized court?
By playing.....you meant table tennis right?
I got both pairs but the wave colorway is the only pair I could tell has plenty of scuffs and I just got them lol
yes somebody said it i have the same problem and its so annoying couse it looks like im playing in them a year already
I bought a pair, and they don't match the size. I'm a size 7 UK narrow fit, and my feet don't even fit in because the shoes only open a little, and the fabric doesn't stretch. Even with a larger size, the first four holes of the lacing system start before the tongue, so the first laces are on the top of the feet and apply more pressure. All my Adidas are size 7, and I had to choose 8 in this model.
Any recommendations for best shoe for outdoors?
I noticed you used the latest colorway for the thumbnail.
Is it heavy for a point guard position?
I wear size 9 on J1. What would be my size on AE’s?
I got these at the adidas outlet for 65$ I have not played in them yet tho but once you get them on feet for me they don’t feel to heavy
Would you recommend any cleaner for the scuffing?
i'm 6'6 and when i jump i need a lot of cushion in my forefoot, these don't compensate me very well when i dunk, only con.
That’s why harden’s are better for that
Honestly I absolutely love the shoe from the looks and performance! It’s unlike anything we’ve ever seen. 🔥
How are these hooping outdoors? I usually hoop outdoors thinking about getting these
it looks like the outsole is rubber so probably if you use it outdoor it will be gone just a few weeks only
@ralphsalva8276 I see thanks bro 🙏
@@PRODIGY-vr4sd yeah i am a outdoor basketball player too and it's hard to find a outdoor shoes
@ralphsalva8276 I was looking at the Nike Hyperrev 2015. I tried them on back then at the nike outlets and saw a pair on Mercari. Might just go with Hyperrevs since they're 30$.
@@Dan29203 I like the air jordan 37. It has worked great on cement and blacktop. The cushion and response and breathability are the best shoe I've played. I wore them to universal studios and walked 11 miles and my feet weren't even hurting. I'm 37 years so having the best footwear is important lol.
is it bad for outdoor?
2nd color is my favorite im a pick up a pair. Rite now I have the Don Issue 3, Nike Freak 4, Kyrie 3 low, Kyrie 7, 2 pair of Nike GT Jump and Lebron 15. Trying to replace all my Nike basketball shoes with adidas.
If you had to pick the best traction of all time what would you pick? I have the AJ 28 translucent as the traction goat personally.
Kobe 9.
This shoe is for aggressive players .if you want to go stop and go and attack the paint this is your shoe..
I feel like im 10 years younger when i trued one today for the first time ballin..lol..very good ankle support. I just dont like when putting them on its so hard to put on the heels.but once your in the shoe is a beast.. i am flat footed too but this shoe is good.kinda heavy. My AJ36 and dame 8 are lighter.
Can you do a review on the ae1 velocity blue because I think it has a different out sole
Please and thankyou
What is the best shoe for outdoor?
Anta shockwave 5
how would they do compared to LeBron 21's?
I have the "best of adi" colorway and I had to go half size down on these because the toebox on these are long.
Where do you hoop in the bay area?
my ae1s traction became smooth after just 5 months of playing
If I wear 7.5 in all adidas including harden 7 . What size should I go with these ?
Watch the video he literally says go true to size.
AE needs to go to the BULLS. AE 1 gives you a good bite of traction and adds to your torque during fast breaks. Really a great shoe.
Those side holes are what throw me off.
Thanks DG. I'm curious if you could offer some advice/guides on some more budget-friendly shoes?
Thanks in advance!
I have a pair of donovan mitchell 4s, i would recommend looking into those
Just ordered the all star color way first adidas shoes I’ve had
Dope review 👌🏿
man why my ae 1's is not squeaking?
The shoes should have an identity with the player. Like Jordan and Kobe. If you see them you can tell who's shoe is it right away. Antman and Lamelo and the nike Kyrie shoes has that identity design with them. Can't even tell Lebron and Durant's shoes if you see them in public.
You thought about playing in takeover or posting open runs?
Don’t know what takeover is and I’ve been posting open runs in my reviews for a while. Just not the main focus. Those TH-camrs who post those open runs play basketball 24/7 by the way haha. People who’ve been following me for a while know I can hoop already but if I have more time I can make content like that.
@@DGHoops totally understand thanks for the response and look forward to seeing more content from you
I have never rolled my ankle so many time with any other shoe. Shoe is way to heavy, it’s actually crazy 3 times in 1 month and this last time was so bad I’m not playing basketball till I buy a new shoe cause besides being comfortable and a nice shoes, the con is just too much
i tried 6 pairs before i got ae1, for my feet the ae1s is the only possible option
"needs to go to a different market"!??!
He bout to get his first ring..
dg is lowkey tuff
Lol must be new here. Welcome! I was a practice player at a big D1 school.
@@DGHoops nah i have been watching for a year now just never realised you was that tuff
@@Hamzamaarouf1 Appreciate it! You couldn’t really be on the practice team at my school unless you were good. Both mens and womens teams were ranked nationally at the time in the top 25
as much as I am convinced that it is a good performing shoe, the looks personally I think is an acquired taste. kinda gives u a trypophobia vibe to it.
We need that All Star ⭐️ color way
not only them, but more colorways.
Champs played me shipped in a brown box no adidas box
Ae1 or Harden8???
Both lol e
that court looks beautiful
Are you left handed?
Heavy is good bro for stability..,just pump your legs so you can carry the shoe😅
ant needs to stay with the wolves
tl dr: they're heavy for no reason, the upper's mesh is cheap and umcomfortable and for whatever reason they made the brain dead choice to have bootie upper instead of the classic adjustable tongue... Last but not least the laces are dog shit and uncomfortable. The only positive is the tooling(traction cushion and shank) , and unfortunately that's not great either because jet boost is significantly heavier than any other ETPU tech for no reason or added benefit :( So yeah, the shoe's popularity is mostly hype and an outrageous design
Why you keep buying them if they not durable? 😂
im a fan of all these AE 1 colorways........but the shoe itself is too narrow and pointy and it feels like im wearing womens shoes.
This really helps
Not everybody gotta play in L.A or NY to be relevant
Bro does not defend! Hard to watch lol
Great review
Who or what people? Is 5 or 5 thousand people? ?????
but will big men like these too?
I could never buy no adidas im sorry 😢
Because is for real a men to side them is no for u the are good
No one hates it dude
They should keep team color way. Keep away from so much pink. Not good for everyday wear. This is why so many Lebron shoes sit on shelves.
Mine untie a lot
anyone whos tyrophobic?
Disliked but sold out if you want one.
Trypophobia
The ae 1s are so bad
I don’t like the look of them