I play once a week in the gym for two hours straight of running style basketball. I wanted to get the opinion of somebody who's actually worn them for a good amount of time to see if they're worth it.
... and $15 isn't a lot of money, but i'd rather put it towards better shoes if need be.
2007-06-13 07:24:51 · 6 answers · asked by johnnyC 2 in Sports ➔ Basketball
They are just like any other shoe.
2007-06-17 08:18:21 · answer #1 · answered by Hi 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The final rating of these shoes really depends on what you're using them for. If you want something that looks cool to walk around in, then the Starbury Ones are a damn good shoe for $15. You could probably even use some gel inserts to make them more comfortable. BUT...if you expect to play basketball in them, you're going to be tragically disappointed. Not only will you end up with chronically sore feet to go along with your aching knees and ankles, the shoes aren't constructed well enough to last long under the pressure of serious balling.
2007-06-20 21:30:33 · answer #2 · answered by aka_zidane 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people have told me they feel good to play in on the court. Other people have told me they have poor support for your ankles when you play in them. My advice is do what's right for yourself no matter what.
2007-06-20 12:16:03 · answer #3 · answered by 40 hightower 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are NO good for hoops. Not flexible enough, and lead to knee and high ankle problems.
Fine for walking around however.
2007-06-21 02:54:44 · answer #4 · answered by Sportsguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't buy them. Spend the extra dollar for something that will last and also be comfortable for you.
2007-06-13 10:55:51 · answer #5 · answered by BIGBOI 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a pair, play in them, and if they don't work well for you, you've only spent $15. you can wear them for casual wear instead of active play
2007-06-21 05:33:50 · answer #6 · answered by earL 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋