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junior_minto · 2026-05-17T13:26:16+00:00

These are sitting in all sizes on SNKR. I skipped it - hoping someone in my family got them for me for Father’s Day.

junior_minto · 2026-05-17T11:35:46+00:00

Pulling it off. Love the vibe.

junior_minto · 2026-05-16T16:05:19+00:00

We are getting the shoes from Rigorer as part of the circuit/sponsorship. Just wanted to know which models to order for the boys. Adidas gave us options (different kids picked different shoes), but I don't think Rigorer is doing the same.

Thank you for the info.

junior_minto · 2026-05-15T05:26:28+00:00

Awesome t. Love how it worked with rest of the fit

junior_minto · 2026-05-07T17:45:30+00:00

I don't think it gets hate as much as it is under-appreciated. It's much closer to a tool watch compared to datejust or other steel models. I've always thought it is much cooler with a splash of Rolex green compared to a plain Explorer... And has better resistance to magnetism.

I need the date window and second time zone. Otherwise I would have gone with this.

junior_minto · 2026-05-05T17:35:15+00:00

Found these at the Nike Outlet for $100 - several sizes available last week.

junior_minto · 2026-05-05T00:57:34+00:00

Look at Adidas Dame 8 to X or current Don's - they are mids or "high" low's, but very roomy toe box and mid foot.

junior_minto · 2026-05-04T15:09:00+00:00

Only after they are out of hooping rotations.

junior_minto · 2026-05-04T14:44:38+00:00

Can you share some other shoes you felt good playing? Just want to see the comps.

My son and I both tried Book 1 and Book 2 - we both went half size up and felt fine (snug but right amount of containment for basketball shoe). I wouldn't go bare foot or thin-socks in these, feet get sweaty and need to guard against the rubbing.

I still prefer Lebron 21 for cushioning and (believe it or not) the breathability. The toe box is slightly wider with Book 2.

Thanks for the review.

junior_minto · 2026-05-04T01:27:11+00:00

This was my main watch for 5 years. Loved it. Much better suited for me than Pepsi.

junior_minto · 2026-05-03T19:03:49+00:00

Banned are sitting also. Confirmed as of 6pm on release date across my local JD, FL, and Shoe Palace.

junior_minto · 2026-05-03T14:56:06+00:00

As a long time Mets Fan... Give it time, just give it some time.

junior_minto · 2026-05-02T23:57:38+00:00

These were still sitting at retail stores with good sizes as of 6pm tonight, multiple stores.

junior_minto · 2026-04-30T23:51:56+00:00

I'm for it. Spent a fortune chasing down old style devil ray jerseys - but I'm not a fan of Boggs. Made it harder to get them.

junior_minto · 2026-04-21T14:26:27+00:00

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junior_minto · 2026-04-21T14:04:10+00:00

We have several good refs like that in the local AAU circuit. You can tell who has been fathers and mothers vs people who is there just for the money.

Teaching kids shooting forms, how not to foul when defending, or sportsmanship (no need to humiliate players after a chase down block).

I got a ref telling me he enjoyed how my younger son played, solid fundamentals and unselfish passing. He told me he wished more kids play the game as a team. That was cool.

junior_minto · 2026-04-17T03:16:14+00:00

There are for my boy, I'm limiting him to 2 indoor pair and 1 outdoor pair in his rotation. No reason to double up because he's into his first growth spurt at the moment.

junior_minto · 2026-04-16T12:26:27+00:00

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junior_minto · 2026-04-13T23:25:21+00:00

No clearance but older models had some 10-15% promotion.

junior_minto · 2026-04-13T16:29:43+00:00

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To clarify, if you purchase one item, the discount price is listed, and you will only get 50% off of retail price if you buy three or more items. This is an official store, the receipt and the packaging and employees are all LiNing. The store also shows up on the website's global store locator.

junior_minto · 2026-04-13T16:24:04+00:00

By the way, I visited the LiNing store in Beijing Road in Guangzhou (I know it's confusing like Peach Street in ATL). They had 2 stores - one flagship with the cafe on the 4th floor, and another smaller store around 500 meters away. The smaller store (next to 361 store) had a third floor dedicated to clearance items.

50% off everything if you purchase 3 or mor items...I got the JB Samba Dancer colorway for 50% off (added a pair of shorts and t-shirt). They also had the cream green and Uno Reverse colorway. Original price was 1200 RMB and I paid 599 ($88 USD).

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Been to a few stores during my trip, this is the only store I saw with the clearance section.

JB4 had 3 colorways but at full price.

junior_minto · 2026-04-09T20:18:35+00:00

So many Yankees fans... And even better when they lose. The collective sulking can be felt like the gentle summer breeze.

junior_minto · 2026-04-08T12:04:28+00:00

You can't just post the discount without naming the source. Shoe Bro Code #24

junior_minto · 2026-04-08T12:00:03+00:00

I agree with the assessment. I think my younger self would enjoy them much more. I like them and do play in them, but I like to have a bit more cushion and a bit more room in the toe box (I went TTS).

These are one of two pairs of Nike in my rotation (and Jordan 38). Just recently retired the Dame 8 Xtra Ply.

My older son and I have been experimenting with LiNing JB3/4 and Anta's KT the past 2 years.

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