Nike GT Cut 2 Performance Review From The Inside Out - Biggest Pros / Cons
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Video Intro
00:24 Uppers of the Nike GT Cut 2
01:22 Upper durability test
02:17 Midsole teardown of the Nike GT Cut 2
03:15 Pros and cons of a drop In midsole
04:53 Jump height test
05:34 Outsole of the Nike GT Cut 2
06:13 Outsole durability tests of the Nike GT Cut 2
06:54: Shuttle Test
07:58 Fit of the Nike GT Cut 2
09:25 Best players / positions for the Nike GT Cut 2
09:40 Playability / performance of the Nike GT Cut 2
As a foot doctor I look at basketball shoes and basketball sneaker technology a bit differently as I focus more on what foot types benefit from these shoes as well as the basketball shoe's functional attributes on the basketball court
Some of the main areas we cover in this basketball shoe playtest, teardown and performance review are:
- The weight, durability, fit and playability
- What are the features of the insole, midsole, and outsole
- Nike Greater Than basketball shoe technology explained
Part of the 2022 Basketball shoe review series
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@b_o_w_i_e_9492
Жыл бұрын
Zach can you do the reebok shaqnosis?
I’ve always been fascinated with the drop in midsole, much appreciated that you point out the potential instability that can come with the technology
Probably one of your most hyped tear downs ever, let’s go!!
Your videos are dope! Cool to see the ins and out of the tech and how it affects the body/performance.
Shout out to Doctor Zach for cutting these expensive shoes, as always, appreciate the deep insight on the shoe characteristics and materials.
Man I love your videos, I love shoes and the tech of every shoe out there. Thank you for putting out information like this, especially for shoe nerds like me. Keep posting videos my man, great content.
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍👍👍
Great video as always, would love to see you get your hands on a pair of Gt cut 1s!
Amazing idea. Do a video of the shoe Chet Holmgren was wearing, your breakdown of it, and how chet injured his foot in it. You are literally THE GUY for this
This channel needs more viewers and subs. The work his making to make this videos💪❤️
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it 👍👍👍
Doc is gives best breakdown on performance shoes I've ever watched.
Thanks for the detailed review. I had my doubts about these and it looks like there are for me for sure.
@jchung1506
Жыл бұрын
These are not for me for sure.
So helpful my favorite channel by far
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Happy to hear it👍👍
My humble opinion, drop in midsole is good for me. I've got Converse Pro BB in which it is React drop in midsole, it doesn't hurt my aging feet and knees when hooping.
Love the videos man keep it up!
Great review dr!!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
I been playing with these for 4 months already. They essentially are like a sprinting / Running / Basketball shoe in one. Lets me have a lot of freedom, more movement to make runs, cuts, and off balance movement.
Leveled up again 🤜🏼👌🏼
The most underrated channel for shoe reviews! love ur work doc
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Alysseus
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach hey doc! one question, do you think the adidas harden vol 6's outsole is the most durable out of all outdoor bball shoe?
Very nice kicks!! Just got mines about 5mins ago in the mail....love these my Lebron 19's and my Gt Jumps!!
good stuff doctor. really would love to hoop with you if you're in california! i grew up wanting to be a foot doctor so you providing your medical expertise on this is fantastic. really separates you from everyone else!
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Haha I wish I was in cali
my kid loves his 2 pairs of GT Cut V1, looking forward to try these and also the Lebron XX's
Professional review
I really appreciate your videos . I learn setting about why certain shoes hurt my feet. Maybe why my achilles tendon is so swollen like twice the size of my ankle .thank you for your content
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
Cannot wait for the review of the Li-Ning Bad five 5 High or Low or the Zen 3, 4 from 361 🧠💪🏿🔥💯
Awesome video but you’re crazy for cutting those an they’re not even out yet! Good insight for the drop in midsole. I was thinking bout copping but I think I’ll just keep playing in the Kobe 11s
Great video
Before buying a shoes i always watching your channel ⭐
Spoiling us with a Saturday drop 🙌
Nike has been going ham with this zoom strobel units
I just played in these for the first time today. I’m used to playing in PG6 and Adidas Son of Chi. Well I do find PG6 more comfortable, but these feel a little less bulky and faster though with less court feel but for me totally worth it. Hopefully over time these get a bit more comfortable as I feel that thing in the midsole which for me is annoying when off the court. For sure my 40+ year old legs and knees are thanking me because the cushioning on this is helpful for those areas and today I am not sore in the slightest after 2 hours of basketball. That’s gotta be a first . One thing I really liked about this was I felt faster. Definitely faster than Adidas son of chi 2.0 . I can’t compare directly to PG6 because they are not with me right now, but from memory I think these are faster. The review is correct, these give you more freedom but it’s at the expense of ankle stability. Definitely I feel my ankle more exposed in this 100%. Maybe with ankle brace these will be all the benefits without the risks
@FootDoctorZach
7 ай бұрын
Wouldn't an ankle brace defeat the purpose of them though? Just my 2 cents
@Airavida
7 ай бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach it depends...for me these are great for impact protection, if i add ankle braces, i get ankle protection too. I am not that shifty a player so i don't mind losing that advantage seeing as i don't have the skills for that anyway. I am more of a runner on the court, and i was running much more with these
I played in about 3 to 4 pairs of kobe 8s over the years and these seem to be a different take on them "not in a bad way". We're the kobes had an amazing lightweight system that was balance with great lockdown. These look lil heavy in the back but probably a good thing for more heel support, I'm sure once broken in these will play great.
@nassiglutt6587
Жыл бұрын
Planning to have this in the upcoming colorways but his review is throwing me off. Kobe hurt his achilles in the 8s
You first, always first riviewer shoes
Just got a pair I think they will fit my playstyle!!!
You're the GOAT bro
Hey Doc, I was considering getting a pair of these for outdoor play due to the combination of ample cushioning and durable outsole. I play an aggressive style as a heavier guard and my legs have been hurting on my hard outdoor court with more minimal guard-style shoes. I was surprised that you described this shoe as bad for players with a variety of foot and leg pains. I thought that more cushion meant more leg relief. I wonder if you could elaborate on this point or recommend another shoe for a player of my style suffering from shin splints and general leg soreness. I was thinking these might be it!
@theGalaxyfox75
4 ай бұрын
Peak flash 5, peak big triangle,
What a beautiful shoe, but design-wise I think the first GT cut is better.
@SuaveSkii
Жыл бұрын
The first GT Cut was just so sexy 😫
@hollowrld
Жыл бұрын
Factssss
Great video again!!,do you think the GT cut one is better overall? It sounds like it from this review,I didn't see your GT one break down? Interested to hear your opinion on the GT one?,thanks
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Same thoughts - the 1 maybe alittle better grip
Cannot wait for the review of Either Peak Taichi Flash 4.0 from PEAK or AG 3 PRO from 361, those are 🔥💯
@theGalaxyfox75
4 ай бұрын
I have the peak flash 4 and not pleased. The cushion of course is good....slightly better in the peak big triangle.... The flash 4 suffers from a stiff uppers...lacks the plush fit of the flash 1...lots of heel slip...had to change the laces it came with to a round lace and that helped. When on foot it plays ok...not as fluid as the peak triangle though.
@LordVlad2321
4 ай бұрын
@@theGalaxyfox75 i did get them not a big deal but it's cool
Hey Zach, love your videos!! please if possible I need the length of the B Icon laces to get new black laces? Just got the new Blue/White grey and love them!!!! thank you!!!
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
It goes based on lace eyelets not length
One of the best shoes I’ve ever worn up until the sock lining ripped on both after less than a month. in fact the left shoe sock liner started ripping after first use. that’s not even the worst part, I sprained my ankle hard in these while driving to the hoop, I didn’t step on anyone’s foot, and it was a normal drive, the shoes just easily tipped over.
I enjoyed playing in these last few days
They look very good, but I still think that the Cut ones have better damping technology
Just bought these shoes last week and they have been absolutely perfect. Borderline elite guard with great footwork. Cushion is bomb. Traction bites when it needs too. If you feel loose in the shoe wear a thicker sock like NBA players.
awesome shoe!
Can you go more deeper and explain more of the gt cut with Orthotics in them and what their good for and bad for
How would you compare the GT Cut 2 to the KD15's? I love my 36's and looking for my next shoe. I'm old and have bad knees...
Ever considered doing a video for soccer cleats or indoor shoes? I would love to see what soccer does different from other sports
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Yep I just have zero knowledge of soccer - I know the basics of its shoe design but I’d have to really bone up on technique , etc to make an educated video
I wore the GT Cut 2 and they weren’t as bad on court they felt like pillows for me maybe because i work on my footwork idk if that’s just me but it was a solid performer i would say the traction slipped out here and there but i was okay definitely think the GT Cut 1’s are way better but these are solid
Hello Doc, i am a wide footer 2E. My foot length is 25.5cm. What size should i buy when buying a GT Cut 2?
Can we get a GT II Jump review next 😅 they seem like a better performance model
I feel like its the best shoes i ever dunked in
Oh my goodness. It’s here.
This guy is the best! Before I buy or consider a shoe I make sure to check his channel first for his review. Top notch!
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate you👍
Could you breakdown the Chet holmgren injury
I’m 5’5” 133lb, would you prefer these are the SPO shoe? I move and shift a lot.
Great vid doc! I’m actually curious about how these compares to the KD15, especially when I watched your video about shoes with drop in midsoles
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Apples and oranges really
@tinongtravels7182
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach oh i see, is this closer to a kyrie? a minimalist cushion guard shoe or is this also different?
I gotta see the Nike Tailwind 79 cut open
Hey zach coukd you please do a review on the vktry gold insoles. They are advertised as making you run faster and jump higher and wanted to see how they fared agaisnt the move game day pros
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
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Is there a set release date for these yet?
I've got some old Kobe 11 ALTs and they're still the best shoe I own. Sure they might make my feet bleed and give me blisters if I play more than an hour or two in them... but for that hour or two I become the white mamba and nobody can touch me. They just feel like an extension of my body and let me execute all my moves at their highest level. Maybe its because my name is Kobe and he's my favorite athlete to ever live though 🤷♂️
hey, i play soccer and basketball is there any shoe recommendations u could give? I know that there probably isn't anything that good but I need the most help I can get.
Jaylen Brown wears this a lot and especially throughout the previous NBA Finals
Where did u get them compressions shorts? lowkey fire
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Chubbies - thanks 👍
Loved the Cut 1.0 until the drop in mid-sole slipped while i hard stopped/planted and caused my heel to jar into the court! Haven't gone back to them since, despite owning three pairs. The 2.0 look horrible in my opinion. Not asthetic appeal what-so-ever unfortunately.
@Borito459
Жыл бұрын
We
I Started playing ball after a few years off and I jus had to have these. I ended up really messing up my foot and developed plantar fasciitis and I was lucky to find this channel to learn about the tech behind bball shoes. I love how they feel but I never wear them cuz I don’t wanna get hurt again . Be very careful if u don’t have strong feet
ayo zach, is this shoe honestly safe to play in, coz i bought it, and i try to roll my ankle just to create the worst case scenario, it will be a tragedy
Sooo.. I have 3 pairs of this shoe, bc they look great and thought i'd really enjoy it for walking. I was right at the beginning. It almost feels like there is no heel after 1 month. The back arrows, bc there is no strong herringbone pattern vanish out of nowhere. So I decided to use it for indoor basketball 2day. I was excited. Super cool Nike shoe with tremendous front herringbone pattern. Thought I was going to fly 2day on the hardwood. Mmmmm... Nop.. The lack of tread in the back half made me slip and fall anticipating a rebound. Like slipping over a banana peel. Literally. I got up fine though. The front half feels great, the back half might in the future injure me. It's weird this shoe, almost feels like there is no heel, with a back to front incline, ... So I don't know? This could be similar to the Tatum shoe which also has just foam in the back. I won't use these every time to play, only when I want a good footwork challenge, so that's my review with this shoe. Kinda heavy too. But they look cool 😎
When are these releases in the US I'm so confused
If anyone could answer this, that would be great. Is there any GT cuts that are good for jumping and don't move as one?
我上脚以后发觉前后的高差过渡不是很均匀,有一个断裂式的感觉,可能是在引导脚用最前端的橡胶来发力。
Seems like one of those shoes that needs to fit your foot like a sock pretty much. Is the upper reminiscent to the kd-14?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Yep and yep
are these good for outdoors?
Do the cosmic unity 2 please
Bought the GT Cut 2. Used the drop in midsole from Nike with the GT Cut 2 Shoes. Got plantar fasciitis half way thru the game. Seems like a 40 above me should change the insole to orthopaedic insole with better arch support. Should I change the GT Cut 2 drop in midsole to orthopaedic insole. Which are the recommended type?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
You’ll loose a lot of cushion- so I’d just look somewhere else if it was me
@aaronteo22
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach yup. The original midsole is softer. But for all my shoes I will use orthopaedic sole to protect my leg. Or else I will have to sell my GT Cut. 😂. What basketball shoes do you recommend for my foot condition. Good support with good cushion. Thks.
Can you suggest for me the best basketball shoes in your opinion that i can play volleyball in?
@user-oi1fg5px2g
2 ай бұрын
Black shoes
Would you recommend these for volleyball?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
No- the video talks about all the reasons why not
Zack I’ve been getting pain in the ball of my foot that feels linked to my toe (on the ball of my left foot , the one I land on when jumping and explode from) any clue how I can fix it
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I can’t give personal medical advice outside of my clinic setting due to state licensing - that kind of history really needs an exam to make any recommendations
When do these drop?
Always pivot on your balls of your feet 🤜🏼🏀
Jordan Poole wore the G.T. Cut 2 (style code DJ6015-403) after asking Nike 12/27/2022 GSW vs Hornets.
Jordan 37 satou sabally review this shoes pls 🙏
Hey Doc, whats a good basketball shoe for someone with shin splints?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
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they look like department store nikes especially with that lightning looking upper design
Would it be possible to take out the drop in midsole and put a game day insole since there is already full length zoom strobel and phylon in the gt cut 2 without the drop in??????? Ik it’s a weird question but it was worth asking 😅😅
@lucaitaliano3229
Жыл бұрын
I think he already answered with a no, i don't remember why tho
Any particular basketball shoe you'd recommend to play hardcourt tennis in? (or maybe you wouldn't recommend playing tennis in bball shoe) ... I don't like the look of any tennis sneakers out there. - I have flat feet and use a custom orthodic insole. Thank you
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Harden or Kawhi are the only ones I like and I don’t even like them all that much for tennis
@nakhjb
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach Thank you!! I have the Asics gel resolution 8s, My heel always feels like its going to slip out (this is with my orthidic in and asics insole removed)
Where did you find these? I know overseas but do you have an affiliate link? Thanks!
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Ughhhhh- I think riot but I’ll look and put a link in the description when I get back to my computer
@7loveyours7
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach Awesome, thanks for the prompt response! 👊
Now thats GT "CUT"
In a rough concrete court, which one could last longer, the gt cut 1 or gt cut 2?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Im not sure theres much difference but I think Weartesters / Sole Drop may have a better answer since ive never tried the 1's
@chanagregarelaceite5579
3 ай бұрын
@@FootDoctorZachwould you do GTcut1 in the future?
I'm looking for a shoe that's good for point guards or shooting guards Which shoe do you think i should get I will be playing in both outdoor and indoor but mostly outdoor and I want something shifty , responsive , bouncy and comfortable and overall something that just give me a faster speed Which shoe do you recommend me?
@taher4616
Жыл бұрын
Me too, the best I've found so far are the Jordan zoom separates, followed closely by the harden vol 6s, the Luka 1s are also great if you can get the pf version, the gt cut 2s sound like a really good option as well,
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Those are all good picks
Is the heel height the height including or excluding the insole?
@FootDoctorZach
Ай бұрын
Always excluding
I always feel like a little "lag" time when using shoes with drop in midsoles. IT feels counter productive to have the "quick" shoe be drop in imo
@More-Sauce-Man
Жыл бұрын
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
@More-Sauce-Man
Жыл бұрын
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
@More-Sauce-Man
Жыл бұрын
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
@More-Sauce-Man
Жыл бұрын
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
@More-Sauce-Man
Жыл бұрын
Not sure which ones you've used, because I feel the exact opposite about my one pair of drop-in hoop shoes.
How about Giannis Immortality 2?
Is there heel slippage? That’s pretty much my main concern with Nike basketball sneakers nowadays. Every time I wear a Nike sneaker there’s heel slippage, and that brings back my Achilles tendinitis. For example: the newest KDs, heel slippage.. but the curry flow 9s no heel slippage. The first GTs killed my Achilles as well! You’ve probably explained in the video already which I’m gonna keep watching, but I had to ask lol. Thanks again man, my favorite channel!
@taverickroberson1965
Жыл бұрын
Oh you answered it! Lol thank you man! 🙏🏾
@exandgr8
Жыл бұрын
No heel slippage at all... Best heel comfort and support I've experienced so far in a ballin shoes. Everything on the GT Cut 2 is amazing with the exception of the tongue that goes sideways, which is annoying.
@ethan-yk7rz
Жыл бұрын
@@exandgr8 how did you get the shoe? it’s not on nike. thanks!
@jieelyuu
Жыл бұрын
Probably one of the worst pair of shoe I have owned in terms of heel lockdown. You have to tie your laces super tight through the last pair of holes in order for it to be playable
@jieelyuu
Жыл бұрын
Only wore it for a day though. It might get better as I heard from other reviews that the midsole will mold to the shape of your feet. Will update if it gets better for me
Bro , im outdoor player , and im a center , and i want to buy a shoes , but to lasts up 2 year (strong traction shoe) , lebron 19 , trae young 1 , or harden 6
Would you suggest the best bounciest shoes for volleyball I want more bounce cause I am an under height outside hitter that's why I want more bounce can you please help me doctor
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Bounciest shoes I’ve tried so far are Trc blazecourt, Jordan 37 low and rise nitro
still got those torned up pair?
What's a hybrid between a GT Cut and a Jordan 36?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
🤷♂️
I know it’s a drop in midsole but I use the move ( game day insole) would it be bad if I layered on top of the drop in react midsole ?
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
Yes I talk about this in every drop in shoe video you can’t put an insert on top
@jonnymabs4234
Жыл бұрын
@@FootDoctorZach ohh ok I have heel pain often I assume it’s not good for that . I’ll still to my Lebron 20s
do Jordan 4s
I understand what Nike is trying to do, but, I just do not like my shoes being see-through. I don't want to see my socks lol.
@SuaveSkii
Жыл бұрын
L
@FootDoctorZach
Жыл бұрын
I like it for the breathability aspect