Our verdict

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  • Very stable and supportive
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  • True to size and fit
  • Extra eyelets

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  • Needs breaking in
  • Firm and rigid sole
  • Not for all-day wear

Who should buy

We believe that the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger deserves a spot in your sneaker stack if:

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nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger review

Who should NOT buy

Its rigidity and lack of cushioning acg the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger a poor choice for all-day wear. If you want to feel comfortable and supported for hours on end, we recommend the ASICS EX89.

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Cushioning

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nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Heel stack

With a heel stack of only 23.1 mm, this kick is over 8 mm lower than average. It is also notably lower than the nike acg gore tex coat women sale 2018 (a kick it's often compared to).

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Test packages
Dunk Low 23.1 mm
Average 30.2 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
16.9 mm
Heel stack
50.5 mm

Forefoot stack

The Dunk Low also feels very close to the ground in the forefoot. Based on our caliper measurements, its forefoot stack is only 15.5 mm.

It made the balls of our feet quite sensitive to stepping on rocks and other sharp objects.

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Test packages
Dunk Low 15.5 mm
Average 19.2 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
9.7 mm
Forefoot stack
29.5 mm

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The lower difference in stack height between the heel and the forefoot also contributes to the Dunk Low's grounded profile.

We measured the shoe's drop at 7.6 mm which is lower than the average for sneakers. Normally, the heel is a bit more elevated in casual sneakers which gives added support to the heels and the Achilles.

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Test packages
Dunk Low 7.6 mm
Average 11.1 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.5 mm
Drop
17.2 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

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Pressing our durometer against the shoe's half-cut midsole, we got 32.0 HA. It's not much firmer than the average sneaker but is notably harder than the Nike nike acg gore tex coat women sale 2018 (by 35%!).

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Midsole softness

Because of the Dunk Low's firmness and lack of shock absorption, we cannot recommend it for all-day wear. After walking for about 5 hours in this Nike shoe, our feet were begging for a massage.

Test packages
Dunk Low 32.0 HA
Average 29.1 HA
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Compared to 76 sneakers
Number of shoes
15.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
46.4 HA

Insole thickness

The insole inside the Dunk Low doesn't help the shoe's cushioning as much. We measured its thickness at only 3.7 mm which is less than the average.

Overall, cushioning is not this nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger's forte.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Insole thickness
Test packages
Dunk Low 3.7 mm
Average 5.1 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
3.1 mm
Insole thickness
11.5 mm

Size and fit

Size

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1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 110 sneakers
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

Toebox width - widest part

We found that the Dunk Low offers an ample amount of space in the toebox. And the gel mold of its interiors confirmed it.

Using a caliper, we measured the widest part of the replica at 94.0 mm. Slightly wider than average, it is a solid toebox width for D medium sneaker.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Toebox width - widest part
Test packages
Dunk Low 94.0 mm
Average 92.3 mm
Compared to 75 sneakers
Number of shoes
85.4 mm
Toebox width - widest part
96.8 mm

Toebox width - big toe

This Nike sneaker doesn't taper much towards the front showing an above-average width of 70.5 mm near the big toe. Our toes remained comfortable and not cramped thanks to this wiggle room.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Toebox width - big toe
Test packages
Dunk Low 70.5 mm
Average 68.8 mm
Compared to 75 sneakers
Number of shoes
63.9 mm
Toebox width - big toe
74.1 mm

Toebox height

A decent toebox height of 26.0 mm also helped to prevent any pressure or pinching on top of the toes.

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Test packages
Dunk Low 26.0 mm
Average 27.8 mm
Compared to 75 sneakers
Number of shoes
20.7 mm
Toebox height
35.0 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

But there is a bright side to the Dunk's sturdy midsole - it provides an amazingly stable platform!

In addition to being firm, the sneaker's stitched cupsole construction acgs it feel more supportive too. In this setup, the upper is connected to the sole with 360-degree stitching. As a package, the foot ends up sitting inside the cupsole.

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We think that even folks with flat feet and moderate overpronation will find enough stability in the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger.

Torsional rigidity

A combination of its firm midsole, cupsole design, and hard rubber acgs it nearly impossible to twist the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger.

As our manual test shows, the torsional rigidity of this Nike sneaker deserves a high stiffness score of 4 out of 5.

You can rest assured that this kick won't let you roll the ankle so easily.

Test packages
Dunk Low 4
Average 3.6
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

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The Dunk Low has a moderately stiff heel counter.

We found that it has a little give to it but not enough to let the heel and ankles shift around or slip out of the shoe.

On a 1-5 scale, where 5 is the stiffest heel counter possible, we rated the Dunk Low with an average score (3 out of 5).

If you prefer a more secure wrap around the ankle, why not consider the Nike Dunk High?

Test packages
Dunk Low 3
Average 3.2
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
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5

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Unlike many oversized kicks that are popular today, the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger keeps its platform reasonably wide.

Measuring the widest part of the Dunk Low's forefoot, our caliper showed 104.3 mm. It is a few millimeters narrower than the average sneaker. It is nearly identical to that of the nike acg gore tex coat women sale 2018 (104.0 mm).

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Test packages
Dunk Low 104.3 mm
Average 108.5 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
95.1 mm
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121.0 mm

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Checking the widest part of the Dunk Low's platform in the heel, our caliper returned 80.9 mm.

Even though it is a couple of millimeters narrower than average, it was not enough to acg us feel wobbly or unstable in this sneaker.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Midsole width in the heel
Test packages
Dunk Low 80.9 mm
Average 83.6 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
67.7 mm
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103.1 mm

Flexibility / Stiffness

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But to our surprise, this Nike sneaker offered just enough give in the forefoot to let our feet bend comfortably.

Measuring how much force it would take to bend the Dunk Low to a 30-degree angle, our shoe fleixng tester showed 14.2N. That's just about the same as the average of sneakers. And it relaxes even more after a few break-in walks.

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Test packages
Dunk Low 14.2N
Average 13.8N
Compared to 34 sneakers
Number of shoes
4.6N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
27.6N

Weight

Its sturdy leather upper and substantial cup sole acg the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger a bit more heavy-set than the average sneaker.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Weight

Weighing it in a men's US size 9, we got 14.8 oz (420g) per shoe. It is lighter than the Nike nike acg gore tex coat women sale 2018 lebron xi gamma blue youth Nike Air Max 1.

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Test packages
Dunk Low 14.82 oz (420g)
Average 13.76 oz (390g)
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
8.50 oz (241g)
Weight
20.49 oz (581g)

Breathability

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At first, we thought that the sneaker was ventilated through the toebox perforations. But as our smoke-pumping test revealed, most of the heat escaped through the gaps in the tongue area.

The perforations don't seem to help breathability as much. They are not very large and are lined with textile from the inside.

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All things considered, we gave the Dunk Low a moderate breathability score of 3. It is not ideal for a hot summer day but is just right for moderate temperatures below 77°F (25°C).

Test packages
Dunk Low 3
Average 3
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Leather/Suede quality

The Dunk Low is one of Nike's classic silhouettes featuring premium leather or suede uppers (depending on the model). We are here to test the quality of the leather variant.

As usual, the brand didn't disappoint. Using a butane torch and a leather scratch awl, we made sure that the sneaker was indeed made of real leather.

We tested the primary upper panels, the Swoosh, and the top overlays - they all proved to be genuine. No melting.

Test packages
Dunk Low Real leather

Toebox durability

A robust leather upper contributes to the lifespan of the Dunk Low.

It was one of the reasons why the silhouette became so popular with the skateboarding community in the late '90s. Hard-wearing leather (or suede) uppers with thick overlays on the sides stood up to the aggressive wear and tear of skateboarding.

We didn't get a chance to test this Nike sneaker's durability on a skateboard but we did have a Dremel with a sandpaper tip close by.

After 12 seconds of drilling the shoe's toebox at 5K RPM speed, we really liked what we saw.

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The tool left a minor scuff without affecting the sneaker's integrity. Comparing it to other kicks in our lab, we gave it a solid 4 out of 5 for toebox durability.

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Our only gripe with this part of the Dunk Low is that it creases a bit more than other silhouettes. It is more of a cosmetic issue though.

Test packages
Dunk Low 4
Average 3.7
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

The shoe's inner lining is not so frail either. We wouldn't worry about it tearing so easily.

As our 4-second Dremel test shows, the mesh lining inside the heel counter can handle the abrasion better than the average sneaker.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Heel padding durability comparison

On a 1-5 scale, where 5 is the most durable, we rated the shoe's heel padding with 4.

Test packages
Dunk Low 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

Stemming from basketball shoes, it is no surprise that the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger comes with a very hard rubber outsole.

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Measuring it with an HC durometer, we got a reading of 90.3. It is harder than 92% of our lab-tested sneaker outsoles.

Even though hard rubber acgs the shoe feel firmer underfoot, it's hard to beat when it comes to durability.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Outsole hardness
Test packages
Dunk Low 90.3 HC
Average 85.7 HC
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Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
76.1 HC
Outsole hardness
94.0 HC

Outsole durability

Setting our Dremel speed high (10K RPM), we drilled the shoe's rubber relentlessly for 22 seconds.

Even though the Dunk Low hasn't outperformed other sneakers, it still showed great packages! Measuring the depth of the damage with a tread gauge, we got 1.0 mm which is the same as the average among sneakers.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Outsole durability test

Test packages
Dunk Low 1.0 mm
Average 1.1 mm
Compared to 93 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

Measuring the shoe's outsole thickness with a caliper, we got a standard 5.7 mm of rubber.

It will most likely take you the same amount of time and effort to wear through the Dunk Low's outsole as it takes in youtube kicks (more than one season, for sure!).

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Test packages
Dunk Low 5.7 mm
Average 5.3 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
2.9 mm
Outsole thickness
8.6 mm

Misc

Grip / Traction

As a basketball shoe successor, the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger inherited a very solid outsole grip. We didn't have any sliding hazards even on wet concrete.

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It even comes with the good old pivot point as a nod to the shoe's hooping past.

Reflective elements

There are no reflective elements on the original Dunk Low model.

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Test packages
Dunk Low No

Tongue padding

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Using a caliper, we measured the thickest part of the tongue at 11.4 mm which is a bit thicker than average. Lace bites will never be a problem in this Nike kick.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Tongue padding
Test packages
Dunk Low 11.4 mm
Average 9.3 mm
Compared to 94 sneakers
Number of shoes
0.7 mm
Tongue padding
23.0 mm

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The nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger doesn't have any gussets on the sides of the tongue. But it's okay given the kick's retro appeal.

The good news is that the tongue doesn't slide as much anyways.

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Test packages
Dunk Low None

Heel tab

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nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Heel tab

But we found it easy to slide in and out of the shoe thanks to its structured heel collar and easy-to-unlace setup.

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Test packages
Dunk Low None

Removable insole

You can further customize the Dunk Low by replacing the insole. We found the stock one to be so plain and basic that it wouldn't be such a bad idea.

nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger Removable insole
Test packages
Dunk Low Yes

Extra eyelets

We don't see this often in lifestyle sneakers, but the nike mercurial pink and white 2012 ford ranger features three additional pairs of eyelets for various lacing options.

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So, if you have narrow feet or prefer to get an extra secure lockdown, you can play around with different lacing patterns thanks to these added holes.

Back to 1985

The Nike Dunk first came out as a high-top sneaker back in 1985.

It was brought to life by Peter Moore, an American designer famous for creating the womens nike dunk high skinny premium boots silhouette and the Jumpman logo.

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To design the basketball-inspired Nike Dunk High, Moore pulled cues from the womens nike dunk high skinny premium boots, Air Force 1, nike soccer shoes with gold swoosh dress size.

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The Dunk quickly caught fire on the market partially due to its upper paneling which allows for numerous color-blocking options. This made the sneaker very appealing to college basketball teams and fans as they had the option to choose the color schemes of their schools.

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