Our verdict
While deemed as an amazing performance shoe, the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit is not on the same level as the signature shoes of LeBron James and Kobe Bryant as most expected. This footgear is best for young players and forefoot-heavy guards, those who seldom play hoops, those who love to wear mid-top basketball sneakers casually, and those who are on a tight budget.
Pros
- Versatile colorways
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- Durable
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- Sturdy upper
- Aesthetically appealing heel design
Cons
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- Narrow-fitting
- Not breathable
Who should buy the NIKE WMNS DUNK LOW ARCHEO PINK 26cm | Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit
The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit is a solid choice if:
- A shoe with easy-to-pair color schemes with various outfits is what you are after.
- You are looking for basketball sneakers tough enough for outdoor games.
- A ballgame companion ideal for fast-moving guards is what you need.
Profile of the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit
The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit captures Irving’s quick movements, cuts, and change of direction. When Kyrie Irving tried the shoe on for the first time, he liked the on-point lockdown on the forefoot. He also loves that the shoe is a mid-top.
The "two fingers" on the sides of the Kyrie 1 tells a story: Irving's dad punished him when he was younger because his grades dropped or whenever he was bad. He was sent to his room he calls his "dungeon," and then his dad made him lean against the wall using two fingers. Irving swore it was close to two hours but it was just for two minutes.
The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit was released on December 23, 2014. These Kyrie Irving basketball shoes come with Phylon midsoles and Zoom Air units at the forefoot. A carbon fiber plate esnures smooth transitions. The outsole features a straightforward herringbone traction pattern, and it supports the wearer's unstoppable footwork on the court.
This shoe boasts 360-degree traction at the forefoot, and it works like an outrigger. It stabilizes quick cuts and crosses. These Kyrie 1's mesh upper is reinforced with Hyperfuse, and it delivers ventilation and durability. The tongue and the upper underlay are made of neoprene, which is described as comfortable by many.
Performance
Cushion. The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit boasts a rectangular forefoot Zoom Air unit embedded in its full-length Phylon midsole. These Kyrie shoes also have carbon plate fibers embedded in their midsoles. This setup delivers smooth heel-to-toe transitions.
Traction. The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit comes with either a solid or translucent rubber outsole, depending on the colorway. Whichever material it is made of, the outsole always has a full-length diagonal herringbone traction pattern on it. This pattern has thick, deep, and durable grooves that suit any court surface. Minimal wiping is needed.
The forefoot features a raised traction pattern, and it supports multidirectional quick cuts and crosses.
Fit
nike just do it dri fit tee black. The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit reportedly runs narrow. Current owners claim that the shoe does not fit comfortably straight out of the box and takes a bit of time to break-in. They advise new buyers with wide and normal-sized feet to fit the shoe before purchasing.
Lockdown. The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit has a standard lacing system. There is a lace loop at the middle of the tongue to keep the tongue securely in place. Reviewers suggest lacing up all the way to the last eyelet to keep the foot from popping out of the shoe.
The molded collar and inner walls of the Kyrie 1 shoes have a lot of padding. This setup provides a nice and comfortable ankle fit. The thermo polyurethane heel counter prevents the foot from slipping out of the footbed.
Material
The one-bootie upper of the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit is made of mesh with Hyperfuse glued on it. Hyperfuse is a resilient, lightweight, and breathable three-layered material. These layers are fused together by heat and pressure.
The padded neoprene tongue feels comfortable and breathable. The lace holes and the toe-drag area have welded overlays for durability.
Style
As the first shoe for Kyrie Irving, a lot of important stuff in his life is embedded in Kyrie 1. Starting off with the outsole, the center of the rubber features his logo with a “JBY” callout in the background. According to the NBA star, it means “Just Be You” -- a motto he lives by every day. Surrounding the inscription is the first name of his mother Elizabeth, her date of birth, and date of death.
The sharp teeth design at the midsole refers to the time Kyrie spent with his father in Australia where he was born. It mimics the architectural structure of the roofs of the Sydney Opera House. The geometric thermo polyurethane heel counter represents Kyrie’s love for fashion.
Other Kyrie Irving logos are found on the tongue and insole while his signature is found on the underside of the tongue. His jersey number is displayed on the heel. Huge Swoosh logos grace both sides of these Kyrie 1 shoes.
Special Colorways of the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit
The Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit comes in different colorways including basic ones such as the Burgundy, Pewter, War Hawk, Wolf Grey, and others. As Kyrie Irving’s first signature shoe, a good number of special colorways dedicated to important events in his life and career are released. They are discussed briefly below.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit All Star
Released just in time for February 2015 All Star Weekend, the Kyrie 1 All-Star is dressed in a dark grey upper with black Swoosh logos and a black-speckled grey midsole. It is finished off with an icy blue translucent rubber outsole.
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Kyrie Irving honors his father not only through the sharp teeth design in the forefoot midsole but also through the release of an Australian colorway of the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit. The shoe comes with a teal and radiant emerald upper and green strike accents. The striking metallic bronze heel counter stands in contrast with those colors.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit BHM
To celebrate Black History Month, black and white Kyrie 1 shoes are released in limited numbers. The shoe also has dark gray accents. It was released on January 19, 2015.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Brotherhood or Duke
Blue Kyrie 1 shoes are released during March Madness. It is called the Brotherhood or Duke colorway. Of course, it pays tribute to where Kyrie Irving spent his college days in Durham, North Carolina. The shoe features Duke University’s colors: Lyon Blue, Black, and Metallic Silver.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Deceptive Red
The Deceptive Red is the second-to-release colorway of the Kyrie 1 shoes. This red pair comes with black accents and sits on a red sole. It was released on January 10, 2015.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Dream
The Dream is the first colorway of the Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit. For Kyrie Irving, it is a dream come true to lace up his own signature shoe for a professional Christmas game. It’s an even wilder dream to have this first very shoe released to the public. The Dream rendition has a multi-color upper that sits on a black and red sole.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Easter
These Kyrie 1 joins in the annual Easter celebration. This signature model is released in a bright and vibrant colorway that is aptly named ‘Easter.’ Released on April 2, 2015, this shoe features a combination of medium berry/metallic silver/hot lava/black.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Flytrap
The Flytrap colorway resembles Kyrie Irving’s on-court deceptive quickness. The dark emerald pair comes with a metallic silver Swoosh with accents of bright mango and light poison. The colorway was released in February 2015.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Letterman
Inspired by Kyrie Irving’s dominant playing style in St. Patrick’s and Montclair Kimberley during his high school days, the Letterman rendition of the first Kyrie shoes has a tour yellow and teal upper and a university gold midsole. It is finished off with a white and light retro outsole.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit Rise
The Rise colorway was exclusively released to the Asian retail market in August 2015. It features a grey upper, white sole, and accents of yellow and black. The shoe is inspired by the outdoor basketball style in China.
Nike Air VaporMax 2021 Flyknit Kumquat Outfit USA
The USA colorway was released on June 27, 2015, and was included in the Nike Basketball 2015 USA collection. It comes with an entirely blue Hyperfuse upper with a blue, red, and white mesh. It has a metallic silver Swoosh, white midsole, and red outsole.
