Top 5 Lightweight Basketball Shoes vol.i
Today we’ll look at the top 5 lightweight basketball shoes available on the market in 2011. These basketball shoes are specifically developed for the guards. This means that each shoe is scientifically designed to help you stop on a dime, cut corners and put your defender on his back.
The light weight of these shoes will also increase court speed, due to a more natural feel. A lighter shoe will also increase your hops; so those college layups might finally turn into dunks. Without further ado, we present the soletopia top 5 lightweight basketball shoes vol. i:
#5
adidas Stupidly Light
At no.5 we have the adidas Stupidly light; a shoe designed for speed. Weighing in at only 13.1 oz it’s easy to see why it’s considered by many speed enthusiasts as one of the best lightweight basketball shoes.
“This is one of the most comfortable basketball shoes I've got.”
A full SprintWeb welded frame provides support and breathability. The molded EVA midsole offers an optimum fit and superb comfort. The TORISON System adds midfoot support. Not only will you be fast, but you’ll be comfortable.
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#4
Nike Zoom Hyperfuse 2011
“I wore them every day and they are still comfortable and in great shape. They are worth to buy.”
Designed for durability, responsiveness and speed, the Nike Zoom Hyperfuse 2011 is one of the most favored basketball shoes in any park, playground, or indoor court. The Nike Hyperfuse technology has found a way to combine breathability and durability in the most efficient manor thus far. At only 12.4 oz the Nike Zoom Hyperfuse 2011 is one of the most durable lightweight basketball shoes on the market.
Along with the Hyperfuse technology, the Lightweight Phylon midsole provides impact protection while the Nike Zoom forefoot gives you that low-to-the-ground stability. The herringbone sole traction offers incredible on-court traction.
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#3
adidas adiZero Crazy Light
Designed as the lightest basketball shoe ever, on release, it’s easy to see why adidas chose the adiZero Crazy Light for Derrick Rose. If you are not familiar with Derrick Rose’s style of play, he is one of the most exciting basketball players in the NBA. There is only one word to describe Derrick Rose – explosive.
“The lightest basketball shoe ever. Extremely lightweight, they're extremely comfortable, and my feet never ached; even after three hours of play.”
The adidas adiZero Crazy Light basketball shoes are lightweight, breathable and explosive. They offer a Sprintframe and geometry that is scientifically designed to bring out the fastest potential in any athlete.
The adiZero Crazy Lights also offer the EVA midsole while providing optimum traction. They weigh in at an impressive 9.8 oz.
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#2
Nike Zoom Kobe VI
The Nike Zoom Kobe VI was the revolutionary basketball shoe that would take aspects of the Soccer cleat and implement it on the hardwood. The final product was a low cut and extremely lightweight basketball shoe; 10.2 oz. Many doubters would complain about the low cut ankle support, but the shoe has proven to be very safe.
“This is the best basketball shoe I have ever worn.”
The Nike Zoom Kobe VI offers a higher density, full-length, injected Phylon midsole, specifically developed for basketball. The lightweight Nike Zoom unit in the heel delivers extremely responsive cushioning. The black mamba-inspired traction features a zonal engineered pattern enabling quick and precise cuts on the court.
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#1
Nike Hyperdunk 2011
“This shoe has been my favorite basketball shoe I have ever used!! It's comfortable, it's breathable and light! The lightness has caused me to be faster, jump higher and do more things than I could do before!”
The Nike Hyperdunk 2011 earns our spot as the no.1 lightweight basketball shoe in 2011. This shoe is one of the most common shoes you’ll find on any basketball court, playground or park. Why do so many basketball players purchase the Hyperdunks? Because they are the best. Period.
The Flywire construction locks the foot down and conforms to the foot to minimize unnecessary movement inside the shoe. This provides support unlike any other shoe on the market. Lightweight Phylon midsole adds protection on impact. The herringbone traction pattern on the sole, combined with a total weight of 10.5 oz, will allow you to do things on the court you never thought possible.
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