adidas Unisex's Dame 7 Extply Basketball Shoe

Product Information

The anticipated release of the adidas Dame 7 Ric Flair boasts a silhouette made for the basketball court. Official images have just gone live and we can't wait to shoot hoops in these. There is no one color or style. Rather, the shoe comes in a wide variety of looks and patterns so you can choose what best suits you. The Dame 7 is around 50 grams heavier than its predecessor, but we still found it to be pretty light. The adidas Dame 7 Ric Flair White is a shoe designed by adidas in collaboration with legendary wrestler Ric Flair. The shoe is a tribute to the wrestler, and pays homage to his flashy and extravagant style.

If you like the power in the Dame 7, but feel like you need something with a little bit extra toughness or strength, these shoes are worth a long look. What the Lightstrike cushioning gets right is the court feel. It helps the shoe feel low to the ground and quite responsive.I have spent over two decades playing basketball at various competitive levels. That experience has led me to wear a lot of different shoes, especially lightweight models and ones aimed at guards or wings. The Dame 7 is a mobile shoe with a big focus on movement. As such, the protection is a mixed bag. The top of the shoe provides some much needed material in the ankle area, but there isn’t much else in the shoe that will help prevent injuries or cut down on accidents. The only downside in this category is that the Dame 7 can run a bit large. That can hurt the general fit and cause a little bit of rubbing. Make sure to be on the conservative side when choosing your size and you should be able to get a great fit. Performance The assortment is a healthy blend of models that fall both under the lifestyle and performance silos; the latter category involving the latest signature basketball silhouettes from NBA superstars Damian Lillard and Donovan Mitchell. The adidas Dame 7 is crafted to translate the look of everyone’s favorite intergalactic space ranger in Buzz Lightyear by seeing through to clean white mesh uppers coupled with surrounding purple, orange, and green accents to match his suit. For Spida, his D.O.N. Issue #2 is a love letter to Andy’s beloved Woody character, and precisely executes the look and feel of his outfit through denim-inspired uppers, and accents that portray his bandana, sheriff badge, and plaid shirt. Last for the hoops silhouettes is the adidas Deep Threat, who’s amalgamation of green and blue uppers play off the extremely comical aliens that live within the walls of Pizza Planet’s arcade claw game.

The Dame 7 is well-made and does well in the gym. However, it’s not the best choice for serious or extended outdoor use. Final Verdict The adidas Dame 7 Ric Flair White comes in a Cloud White colorway, with accents of Metallic Gold. The shoe's upper is made from mesh and synthetic material. The midsole is made of lightweight and responsive Lightstrike foam, which not only reduces the weight of the shoe, but also provides explosive energy return. The heel stabilizer features the phrase "Dame 7: King of Drip" as a nod to Ric Flair. The tongue includes an image of the wrestler wearing his cloak. The Dame 7 is a lighter shoe. That comes with pros and cons. It’s responsive, easy to wear, and has plenty of built in mobility. However, it definitely comes up short on the durability side and you won’t be able to generate a ton of strength or power if you need to body someone up.Traction is definitely not a standout aspect of the Dame 7. We found that it’s still not on the same level as the Adidas Harden. While the 7’s excel on the performance front, they also offer a lot in terms of style. Not only is the general design sleek and low-profile, there are a wide range of unique designs and flashy colors. Several features of the shoe need some time to unleash their potential. That includes traction as well as the upper materials. The latter feel stiff at first but after a couple of games they start to feel like second nature. Feels light They also take a long time to break in. Where some shoes, especially ones aimed at lateral mobility, are game ready right out of the box, you should wear these at least a few times first. I would have also preferred some traits aimed at protection or injury prevention. The Alternatives