Our verdict
Pros
- Quite comfortable
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- Can be dressed up or down
- Lighweight stucture
Cons
- Not breathable
- Outsole lacks durability
Audience verdict
Comparison
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Audience score | N/A | 95 Superb! | 88 Good! | 92 Great! | |
Price | $110 | $100 | $160 | $140 | |
Style | Retro | DadRetroSporty | SportyWedgeChunky | ClassicSporty | |
Breathability | Warm | Warm | Warm | Warm | |
Weight lab | 11.9 oz / 336g | 12.9 oz / 366g | 13.4 cartoon girl wearing nike boots for adults | 13.3 nike sb tiffany j pack for sale by owner | |
Size | Slightly small | True to size | Slightly small | True to size | |
Midsole softness | Balanced | Soft | Balanced | Balanced | |
Material | Leather | LeatherMesh | SuedeTextile | Mesh | |
Season | Winter | SpringFall | Winter | SpringFall | |
Inspired from | Running | Running | Running | Running | |
nike special field air force 1 precio en mexico | - | Wide | Medium | Medium | |
nike tech trainer blue team jersey | - | Wide | Medium | Medium | |
Leather/suede quality | Real leather | Real leather | Real suede | Fake suede | |
Toebox durability | Good | Decent | Good | Decent | |
Heel padding durability | Bad | Decent | Bad | Decent | |
Outsole durability | Bad | Good | Bad | Good | |
womens nike free runs aqua store | 30.8 mm | 32.3 mm | 35.8 mm | 32.2 mm | |
Stiffness | Moderate | Stiff | Moderate | Moderate | |
Tongue padding | Average | Average | Average | Average | |
Drop lab | 9.9 mm | 10.0 mm | 11.1 mm | 12.1 mm | |
Forefoot | 20.9 mm | 22.3 mm | 24.7 mm | 20.1 mm | |
Removable insole | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Heel tab | None | None | Finger loop | None | |
Torsional rigidity | Moderate | Moderate | Stiff | Stiff | |
Heel counter stiffness | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | |
Closure | Laces | Laces | Laces | Laces | |
Top | Low top | Low top | Low top | Low top | |
Ranking | #110 Bottom 1% | #3 Top 3% | #91 Bottom 18% | #31 Top 28% | |
Popularity | #110 Bottom 1% | #6 Top 6% | #79 Bottom 28% | #37 Top 34% |
Who should buy
Let the Nike penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball conquer your wardrobe if:
- You are looking for a pair of durable and comfortable sneakers to show off from time to time.
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Who should NOT buy
If you want a new pair of cool shoes to wear in the summer, run away from this Nike Cortez. Its premium and durable leather upper has no ventilation holes, which means there's little to no airflow. We could feel the heat during our wear tests, so if you're looking for a breathable leather shoe, the Nike Court Vision Low nike air with ridges in top of head area of hair.
Then, if what you need is a new pair of daily beaters to wear every single day, it'd be better to opt for a model with a more durable outsole. As an alternative, we believe you may like the nike huarache red 2015 results 2017 release, nike lebron air max 10 aqua color shoes for women Nike SB Force 58, nike air max 1 women black.
Cushioning
Heel stack
This Nike's heel stack is pretty much average, as our caliper returned 30.8 mm when we measured it. The overall experience was pretty comfortable, and we liked how this shoe breaks with the oversized trend that's overflowing among sneakers nowadays!
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 30.8 mm |
Average | 30.2 mm |
Forefoot stack
At 20.9 mm, the forefoot stack is slightly higher than average. But don't worry, this doesn't make this shoe massive either. Honestly, we're really happy with how the brand kept the iconic Cortez look instead of succumbing to the current chunky vibe of the sneakers market.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 20.9 mm |
Average | 19.1 mm |
Drop
The difference between the rear and forefoot stacks is nothing too crazy. In fact, even with the "iconic wedge insert" that Nike mentions on its official webpage, we never felt like the Nike penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball's heel was too high. At 9.9 mm, the drop of these sneakers is just standard.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 9.9 mm |
Average | 11.1 mm |
Midsole softness
After cutting this shoe in half, we had free access to its midsole. In order to measure its softness, we pressed our durometer against it, which marked 28.5 HA. This indicates it's slightly on the softer side, offering some extra comfort to our ride.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 28.5 HA |
Average | 29.0 HA |
Secondary foam softness
As the wedge we mentioned before is also part of this shoe's cushioning, we pressed our durometer against it too. It returned 31.0 HA, which is softer than the secondary foam average... yet not very plush. Why? Well, because as this piece is closer to the ground, it's composition harder to improve this Cortez's overall stability.
Even if it's not the plushes shoe out there, we still found it soft enough underfoot to enjoy every step. Check it out!
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 31.0 HA |
Average | 34.0 HA |
Insole thickness
This Nike's insole imitates the minimalist and clean vibe of the whole shoe. Its 4.3 mm make it thinner than average, reducing the overall weight and keeping things simple.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 4.3 mm |
Average | 5.1 mm |
Size and fit
Size
Nike penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball is slightly small (11 votes).
Toebox width - widest part

Toebox width - big toe

Toebox height

Stability
Lateral stability test
We can't say this shoe offers great lateral stability. As you can see in the video below, its classic isn't the most solid out there. Nevertheless, as long as you don't play any sports in it, the support of this Nike Cortez should be enough. A quick run to catch the bus wouldn't hurt anyone, though!
Torsional rigidity
When we took this shoe to our lab and tried to twist it, our fingers struggled. It wasn't as bad as our experience with other iconic Nike pairs (yes, Air Force 1 07, we're looking at you), but it still put up a fight. Consequently, we decided to give it a 4/5 on our torsional rigidity test).
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 4 |
Average | 3.6 |
Heel counter stiffness
The heel was not as rigid, fortunately. Our thumb managed to bend it and it didn't hurt our Achilles tendon during our wear tests, which were both wonderful news. So we decided to give it a 3/5 on our stiffness tests, which is an average score.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 3 |
Average | 3.2 |
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We noticed the streamlined design of this shoe from the very first moment we took it out of its box. The Nike penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball features a really narrow midsole, as our caliper marked only 95.6 mm when we measured its width in the forefoot. Once again, we totally advise you against using this pair for sports. If you want to pick up running, please check our reviews about nike air thea roshe shoes sale.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 95.6 mm |
Average | 108.5 mm |
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The heel follows the same logic. It's incredibly narrow, at only 71.0 mm. That's why we firmly claim it's better to keep this Nike Cortez for casual use. It lacks the landing base needed for sporty activities and, consequently, its stability is also not the best.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 71.0 mm |
Average | 83.6 mm |
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We needed 27.8N of force to make this shoe do a handstand all the way up to 90 degrees. Even though this doesn't mean it's unforgivably stiff, the result is higher than average. During our wear tests, we noticed the penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball needed some time to warm up and let loose, as the ride felt a little bit stiff at the beginning.
But nothing too bad, honestly. It's not like it was hard to walk in or uncomfortable, just a little bit unfriendly at the beginning. That being said, it didn't take long to start comfortably bending alongside our feet!
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 27.8N |
Average | 23.4N |
Weight
Even if it was not the friendliest shoe at the beginning in terms of stiffness, what we did feel from the very first time we put this Nike pair on for our wear tests was how light it was. We could walk for hours and our feet wouldn't get excessively tired, which is wonderful news for a daily beater!
When we took it to our lab, the scale returned only 11.85 oz/336g. This means the penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball is way more lightweight than most sneakers. In fact, the experience on foot was wonderful, as after some quick warm-up our feet felt happy and comfortable.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 11.85 oz (336g) |
Average | 13.79 oz (391g) |
Breathability
After cutting this Nike pair in half and putting it in front of our light, our expectations regarding breathability went all the way down. Also, to be fair, during our wear tests it felt pretty warm even at the beginning.
The leather upper didn't let the light shine through... and it didn't let any smoke out either! As you can see in the video below, the penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball barely breathes, losing the yoga teacher contest to the ASICS Gel NYC (which scored a perfect 5/5 on this test). After seeing these results, we could only give it a 1/5 on our breathability test, which is the lowest score.
And our microscope is here to explain why this makes perfect sense. Look at that close-up of the upper's leather. Can you see any ventilation holes? A small gap? Some kind of meshy patch current? No, no, and no again, right? With such a solid material, there's no way the air could flow in and out of the shoe easily!
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 1 |
Average | 3 |
Durability
Leather/Suede quality
With a price tag of $110, we can't say this Nike pair is on the expensive end... yet its materials are!
We started by burning the top layer at the heel. As you can see, there was no big flame there, and the material didn't end up all sticky. Therefore, the leather in this area is authentic!
We also heated up the front part, and the result was basically the same. The material tried its best to put up with the heat, showing us it's definitely authentic.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | Real leather |
Toebox durability
Compensating for its awful performance regarding breathability, this Nike Cortez pair showed top-tier durability. At 5K RPM and with 2N of force, our Dremel tried its best to destroy it, but it was a futile effort. As you can see in the video, the leather put up a fight, and it withstood abrasion so well that we decided to give it a perfect 5/5 on our toebox durability test.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 5 |
Average | 3.7 |
Heel padding durability
On the other hand, the heel was not that much for a fighter. The tool didn't take too long to destroy most of the lining, so we could only give it a 2/5 on our durability test. In order to preserve the shoe's integrity in this area, we'd recommend you untie the laces and tie them back again when you put it on and off, instead of forcing your way in and out of the shoe with the laces all tied up.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 2 |
Average | 3.2 |
Outsole hardness
When we measured this Nike's outsole hardness, our durometer returned 82.0 HC. This result is slightly lower than average, which indicates the material used (rubber, in this case) might be slightly less durable than the standard for this category.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 82.0 HC |
Average | 85.7 HC |
Outsole durability
And it turns out our hypothesis was just right! This time at 10K RPM and with the same 2N of force, our Dremel drilled the rubber non-stop. Sadly, the dent left was way deeper than average, as our tread gauge marked 1.8 mm when we measured it. Even though the Nike penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball might not be the pair of sneakers with the most durable outsole, it'll still be by your side for a while if you just use it in the city.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 1.8 mm |
Average | 1.1 mm |
Outsole thickness
When we measured this shoe's outsole thickness, our caliper returned 5.0 mm. It's pretty much average, which means it should be thick enough to withstand the harshness of urban areas for some time, even if it doesn't feature the most durable rubber. Just take into account that this might vary if you overuse the shoe or walk over very abrasive floors constantly!
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 5.0 mm |
Average | 5.3 mm |
Misc
Grip / Traction
The penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball features a spiky herringbone pattern throughout the entire outsole. This detail is not just a nice nod to the shoe's heritage, but also a functional touch that offered nice traction. Nothing crazy thought, but we found it good enough for common urban areas.
Price
When this model was released, we could hear the crowd roar. Even though its price has evoked mixed feelings among sneakerheads, if you are a Forrest Gump fan... it nike air with ridges in top of head area of hair. We can't say these sneakers are a bang for the buck, but if you're a retro lover who is all over the 90s vibe, checking them out should be worth it.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | $110 |
Average | $122 |
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The premium leather of this Nike Cortez keeps it clean and simple, so it doesn't feature any reflective accents.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | No |
Tongue padding
At 10.2 mm, this shoe's tongue is slightly more padded than average. This protected us from any potential lace bite or uncomfortable rub, so even if we tied our laces quite tightly, our instep was just as comfortable.
We're talking about a lightweight shoe, so there's not a lot of inner padding. Nevertheless, we do believe it's enough, as we found this Nike pair pretty comfortable during our wear tests.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | 10.2 mm |
Average | 9.3 mm |
Heel tab
Instead of featuring a heel tab, this 90s icon has a shiny patch at the heel with the brand's name and logo. We really liked this detail, as it matches the massive Swoosh this Cortez model has on the inner and outer lateral panels.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | None |
Removable insole
We absolutely love removable insoles, and this Nike Cortez has been nice enough to grant us our wish. If you need or want to change this shoe's footbed, you won't have any issues. Nevertheless, please keep in mind we're talking about a snug model. Hence, going for an extra thick insole might jeopardize comfort.
penn state nike shoes 2015 2016 basketball | Yes |