And the Best Adidas Hoop Shoe Goes to… Harden Vol. 7 vs AE 1

[@TommyLiu4]

Which one do YOU like better??

[@merlinlol6323]

harden 7

[@timmyddd9653]

ae 1 btw love u bro ❤

[@cristianrivera6913]

i love the vol 7s, i got the AE 1 but haven't played in them yet but they feel super promising

[@ivanmamuyac]

Ant’s shoes are ugly, but they’re performance beasts, and they grow on you. I get corns and toe blisters in the HV7s even when I go up a full size, which sucks because I love how they look. I love playing in AE1s the most, though. I don’t notice the weight, especially because my play style isn’t too jump heavy.

[@forittoaster]

thanks

[@ChrisFluhnoy]

Just hooped in the AE1 for the first time today. 5’11”, 210lbs, patellar tendinitis in both knees. Athletic style of play, lots of cuts, jumps, & sprints. For me this is one of the best shoes I’ve ever hooped in, at least on the first wear. Definitely fluid with each step like you said. I felt a lot of impact protection, which is important considering my knee issues and play style. The cushion was really comfortable and responsive for me, not squishy at all. I think this is a top tier hoop shoe for everyone despite the weight, but I think this shoe is BEST suited for heavier athletic players who will barely even notice the heaviness… like an Anthony Edwards 😂. I also had a lot less knee pain after hooping in these compared to my Freak 4s and my WOW All City 11s . The super fluid motion of the AE1 + the thick cushioning kept my knees from taking a beating.

[@TommyLiu4]

👍👍 Great insights thanks for sharing your experience!

[@jrdatrackstar]

Dang near identical stats to you, along with knee pain and back pain at 37 years old. Your post might have made me try these. Weight doesn’t bother me, played in the Harden Vol 2 and Lebron 19 Highs. The cushioning was the main thing I’m worried about, particularly the forefoot thickness and impact protection (I hate court feel).

[@cosimocavallo3823]

In your opinion which is better, the Zoom Freak 4 or the AE1?

[@ChrisFluhnoy]

@@cosimocavallo3823 For me the AE1 is way better. It checks all my boxes - traction, support, cushion, absorbs a lot of impact, fluidity, responsiveness. Freak 4 is a great shoe though especially for how much it costs on sale. It’s light, 10/10 traction, good lateral support & lockdown.

[@MPW3R]

I hooped in the AE 1 for the first time and I am very impressed. I typically wear Lebrons which I have been noticing pain in my knees the next day. With the AE 1, I felt little to no pain. I felt more nimble and able to sprint down the court effortlessly. I'm waiting for the different color ways to go on sale to purchase some more for my collection.

[@TommyLiu4]

Nice! Yeah I noticed that too, despite being a very heavy shoe “statistically” they give me some good nimbleness and agility.

[@nxte4168]

If they go on sale, they’ll sell out in 1 sec, reg price still sold out in Canada

[@bwyyyy]

Have my Vol.7 and it really feels good every time I hoop, and then with the AE1, I feel I might get a pair due to "performance and hugging feel, better than harden 7" but then came the Vol. 8 too. So I think I'll wait for your comparison video for Vol.8 and AE1, and hope its sooner

[@CrimzonSoul]

Thanks for the videos brother. Hope you're doing better. Definitely love em both but the Harden Vol 7. just look hella better aesthetically. Can't wait for the And1 Attack 3.0 video, was super surprised they made your top 10 list.

[@TommyLiu4]

Thanks man!! Oh yeah I’ve been loving those - sleeper for sure 🙏😁

[@timmyddd9653]

i love u bro u r the goat keep going ok happy new year🎉

[@TommyLiu4]

Thanks so much man 🙏 Happy new year!

[@GulnazParween-o9h]

Hey Tommy! Which hoop shoes would you suggest for outside dusty court? Adidas Dame's, Harden's or Trae Young's?...Pls mention the model too

[@sharpshooteryoung4713]

Does the AE1 fit like the Harden Vol.7's? Basically should I get the same size for the AE1's as I did the Vol.7's?

[@TommyLiu4]

Yes

[@TommyLiu4]

It’s all mentioned in the vid.

[@sharpshooteryoung4713]

Thanks, looks like I'll have to watch again.

[@mcicic7530]

tommy as for the trae young 3 adidas ended up changing their tech specs to “composite foam midsole” so maybe they’ll change the ae 1 later too..

[@TommyLiu4]

Oh interesting I didn’t know they changed it! Thanks for pointing that out.

[@LeaveReligionDefenseless]

Best adidas basketball shoes for wide feet?

[@TommyLiu4]

Harden’s 😃

[@timhughes3684]

If I buy the Fila MB for you will you review them? I think there amazing

[@TommyLiu4]

LOL you don’t need to buy it for me I’ll take a look and see I could grab a pair to try.

[@timhughes3684]

@@TommyLiu4 if your in Canada is $40 at SVP

[@PolowReaves]

I’ve gotta go with harden 7s. I’ve got both. Hardens just feel so smooth under foot and imo are more comfortable. AEs feel bouncier and have better traction.

[@TommyLiu4]

👍👍

[@fiks9934]

Nice video! Good to know. And I would like to see harden vol 7 vs kd16

[@stevenair1577]

Hi Tommy, great comparisson-review as always 🙂 would you recommend any of them both for big guys / Centers / PF and if so, which one would you prefer?

[@TommyLiu4]

Hey. I think both of these are great shoes for bigs!

[@ISeeBueaty]

Amazing video, do you do giveaways by chance?

[@tonyr248-1]

Hi Tommy. How would you compare these 2 to the Dame 8 Extply? I personally really like the Dame 8’s cushioning and comfort

[@TommyLiu4]

Hey, yeah I’ve really enjoyed Bounce Pro on it. Overall I think these two are a little bit better though.

[@tonyr248-1]

@@TommyLiu4thanks. what would you say is better in the AE1 compared to Dame 8?

[@johnnyjoestar-jd2tw]

yo im getting the fission 9,but i can't decide if i should go tts(im a eleven)or go up to eleven and a half,so can you make a review on it?

[@TommyLiu4]

Yes will do.

[@afroturtle989]

when did they release it

[@johnnyjoestar-jd2tw]

like this week @@afroturtle989

[@yohannkeith]

Someone in my area is selling unused with box harden vol 7 on offerup for 60 usd. Should I grab or nah? I was debating between that or picking up a whynot 0.6 or onetake5

[@sudihoops]

def pick harden 7 over those last two you mention, especially for 60 bucks that's a steal

[@TommyLiu4]

Yeah great price 👍

[@theauspiciouslamb]

Top budget shoes of 2023 🙏

[@dan_tas]

Hey Tommy, I think you should also do a comparison between the harden vol.8 and the AE1, because the harden vol.8 are going to have jetboost too

[@TommyLiu4]

Hey. Oh I see! Looking forward to the Vol. 8 for sure 👌

[@dan_tas]

do you know when it's release date?@@TommyLiu4

[@karlmoresco642]

I use size 12 on nike basketball shoes, if I were to get the AE 1s should I go half size down or a full size down? Given that my foot is size 11.5 but It's hard to find 11.5 nike basketball shoes.

[@TommyLiu4]

True to size

[@warrenchan13]

Wade AC12 vs AC11 v2

[@Shady0904]

Im wondering if theres any chance for AE1 material to become brittle overtime. Im planning to get the AE1 but im afraid to torn those rubbery material if it becomes brittle.

[@TommyLiu4]

So far it’s holding up well - I’ve been playing in the AE 1 the most out of all shoes recently, the only thing is the upper getting dirty easily.

[@Shady0904]

@@TommyLiu4 thank you for that additional info 🙏🏼

[@AllenStaagata]

Anta Shockwave 5 vs Rigorer AR 1 ?🙏🏻

[@erestain17]

just curious on where would you put AE 1 in your 2023 top 10? 👀

[@TommyLiu4]

10-15

[@dcepokas]

Is AE1 good for pointguards?

[@TommyLiu4]

I personally don’t think so but it is a great shoe.

[@HoldenS-b9g]

@@TommyLiu4are harden 7s good for PGS?

[@AlessandroCavallo-g9w]

tommy please can you make zoom freak 4 vs kyrie 5 low. I know they are both old shoes but i need it. P.S sorry for the english i'm italian.

[@TommyLiu4]

Hey, I think the Zoom Freak 4 is the better shoe. 😃

[@kitfisto72]

do the ae 1s and harden vol 7 both fit true to size

[@cristianrivera6913]

The hardens are true to size for me, but the ae 1 fit wide in the forefoot. I haven't played in them yet but I tired half a size down and they feel perfect. So I would say harden is tts and ae 1 go half a size down imo

[@JamalMVPMurray]

Harden 7 TTS can work but if I can choose again I’ll go half size down(normal feet)

[@TommyLiu4]

Yes, TTS is best with both to me.

[@kitfisto72]

Thanks

[@jaconikk]

hello. i have a question ae 1 or lebron 20

[@gintokiloves69]

Is harden vol 7 good for everyday outdoor court?

[@TommyLiu4]

Yes

[@zinj2618]

Those Aqua Hardens go hard.

[@jimdadivitan9734]

Kd16 vs freak 5 please.

[@twntytwo2887]

Help me Tommy! Free foam bb v2 purple colorway or the ae 1 Georgia red clay?

[@TommyLiu4]

AE 1

[@TommyLiu4]

Help ME! Subscribe?

[@twntytwo2887]

@@TommyLiu4 LOL gotchu brotha

[@TommyLiu4]

@@twntytwo2887 Thanks bro 🤛🙏

[@kuyaxmark]

How about Dame Certified 2.0 vs Son of chi 3? Or the best adidas budget shoe that features bounce midsole

[@TommyLiu4]

Son of Chi 3.0

[@jamesharden3769]

You like harden vol 7 ❤❤

[@bramsonho]

All pro nitro scoot colour or 808 3?

[@TommyLiu4]

808 3

[@DespicableBunny]

performance-wise, it's neck and neck. but man, i love the design of hardens so much so imma give it my bias.

[@uncledolor]

Pls review 361 big 3 4.0 quick pro

[@huyquou2689]

hopin for kawhi 3 reviewww

[@TommyLiu4]

👌

[@basketball_is_everything]

the flash aqua on foot looks fire

[@JC-se8mi]

Since it’s such a close call, just wear one on each foot!

[@rowenaferrer-z4q]

Yo lebron 13 ambassador next

[@TommyLiu4]

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[@skadoo8925]

Lockdown 6 vs dame certified video?

[@aragon0329]

AE1, for more durable midsole and lower price.

[@rodriguej]

James Harden

[@marciaaaron6044]

Adidas better then Nike rn imo, more innovative, better uppers materials just better overall

[@c.galanza3939]

Both are ugly AF though. What's happening with Adidas?

[@GulnazParween-o9h]

Hey Tommy! Which shoes would you suggest for outside dusty court? Dame's, Trae Young's or Harden's?...Pls mention the model too