NB 550 v. Nike Dunk Low v. adidas Forum 84 Low - Which 80s basketball shoe would you pick?

[@TheodoreMnts]

My personal list: 1) Adidas Forums 2) New Balance 550 3) Nike Dunk (overhyped and overpriced)

[@guynkicks]

Can’t argue with that. 🤙🏼

[@ryanwilson3147]

Technically can’t say they overpriced they retail for $100 but I get where u coming from 🤣

[@anthonyolivieri413]

That’s my issue with Nike, the shoes aren’t overpriced if you buy them retail… the problem is barely anybody can buy them retail

[@tadeo517]

​@@ryanwilson3147 even 100 usd is too much for the actual quality you get, especially compared to the other 2 in this video

[@r4pst4r65]

@@tadeo517 The quality of dunks are bad as hell. The only reason why it's so popular because a lot of people wear them for hype.

[@xcvxcvcxvxvcq]

550s and then forums. Dunks are 1 of the most overhyped models ever.

[@zenalien8620]

Cool. Thank you!

[@louiestuart]

Everytime I win a pair of dunks on the SNKRS app, I sell them. 😂

[@jackxie4635]

Dunk is way uglier than Af1 and Aj 1

[@Unxpekted]

Dunks cost 10-20 bucks to make. The materials, sole, quality is absolute shit.

[@guynkicks]

💯💯💯🤣

[@miltonbates6425]

The Forum '84 wins, hands down. The Forum 84 and Reebok Club C 85 and Revenge are some of the most legit reissues ever put out.

[@viggohaggstrom22]

I actually have all of them and think that the NB 550 is the most comfortable. The forums look the best and the dunks are the simplest to style.

[@fernandogranados7773]

hello, i’m an 8.5 with the 550’s but they fit a little big, should i get an 8 in the forums? or 8.5. tts or bigger?

[@0pasniyvozrat905]

​@@fernandogranados7773 hey what size on forum did you buy? Same or not? What difference in sizing between 550 and forum?

[@fernandogranados7773]

@@0pasniyvozrat905 in my opinion they’re pretty much the same, got an 8.5

[@0pasniyvozrat905]

@@fernandogranados7773 what pair feels bigger 550 or forum ? Bcs i ve forum and so if nb550 are bigger im gonna buy on half size down

[@fernandogranados7773]

@@0pasniyvozrat905 550 feels bigger

[@itspardi]

I’d choose the forums cause i like how they look under some pants, i dont really like the 550s because of the toebox it looks a bit bulky. But great review man!!

[@guynkicks]

Nothing wrong with that bro! Thanks!

[@PhamDynasty300]

I personally pick the NB 550 as my first choice then I'm between the forum 84 & dunk next. Good vid as always, my friend.

[@guynkicks]

I appreciate you my dude! 🍻🍻

[@PhamDynasty300]

@@guynkicks not a problem at all, my friend. Always a fan & will forever be a fan of your good work, my guy!! 👍👌😁 keep the comparison vid coming whenever you can.

[@kavorkaa]

Forums all the way

[@guynkicks]

Can’t go wrong with 84s 🍻

[@kavorkaa]

@@guynkicks totally,leather feels supple,l like the aged look and those are the ones with the tricolour sole,i saw them a few weeks ago here in Hong Kong but they had a monocolour sole Jordan liked the Forums so much that wanted to sign with adidas,he was shunned and went to Nike in the end

[@guynkicks]

Facts!

[@revelationgenesis3045]

@@guynkicks bro which color u can recommend on the 550 gr the green or the navy colorway

[@guynkicks]

@Revelation Genesis for me the green ones

[@nikeisagreekgoddess4135]

I don't even like the Forum but they are clearly the best looking, more durable construction and better quality materials just by looking at them. Adidas is on a whole other level.

[@skittrokerwarior]

I'm rocking forum 84s high, I love my pair, they have something almost magical, i don't know how to describe it but for some reason I think that they are special, i see dunks and AJ1s all the time. But adidas have some of the bad ass silhouettes. You have Attitudes, Conductors and Rivalries! All of them are super dope.

[@terrymacdad8742]

Forum mids in all black look/fit insane ✌️ Forum strap, can be worn outside the body of the shoe, velcroed together out to the right, looks dope 👌

[@TheMailmanOfSteel]

Just picked up a pair of Forum '84 highs, and they're significantly better than ANY Dunk that I've bought in the last year, including both my Lot 5's and my Fragment Highs. I don't do lows at all, so I'm patiently waiting for New Balance to release a 550 in a high before I get a pair, as I highly suspect that they're significantly better than Dunks as well.

[@guynkicks]

I’m sure they will be lol

[@prod.bystanley]

Did you get the 650Rs?

[@urwahuzair9019]

Get the NB ALD 650s they’re at retail

[@JMang101]

84 highs are LEGIT! I'll get the lows soon.

[@KingKsEDC]

Yep. Nikes is so overhyped it hurts. And Nike stole this design from Adidas for their AJ1.

[@msuea9126]

The 550 will become more and more comfortable over time. Thats because of the fiberboard between the midsole and the upper. Like with boots the bord is memorizing your footprint

[@JP-ey2sf]

Amazing video! Been eyeing the 550s for awhile now.

[@guynkicks]

Thank you! 550s are great

[@dbluntson5243]

Dope comparison. I find that the "retro" dunks released this year run TTS. Unlike the "SP" (Iowa and Michigan highs) from 2020. The SP versions definitely run big and I had to go a half size down. The forum lows with the premium materials seem to run big as well versus the GR forum lows you'd see sitting at a foot store. The GR forums are TTS. The 550s run a bit big as well. Half size down and they are snug, but like you said if you tie them it decreases the likelihood of heel slippage.

[@bluiii]

Been feeling the 550s lately and if I can cop it’ll be my first out. The green pair with the suede hits better to me than the all leather ALD collab pair

[@SupaVlinSantonE]

White/purple pair goes hard too

[@adidasfresh9356]

I’m going with the Forum they stand out and look vintage but the dunks look premium as hell and the 550’s look comfortable

[@guynkicks]

Forums had the best leather out of the 3.

[@fuzzykoala6168]

Dunks are not premium

[@rayne9999]

literally the best reviewer. straight to the point and no bs! fire video brother

[@guynkicks]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@EliteEdgeK]

So thankful for this vid. I was wondering how these three compared just the other day and BAM it showed up in my sub fees.

[@guynkicks]

KZbin read your mind 🤣🤣

[@deadstrider]

The dunks look so cool, I love my pair and I know they're gonna last forever but I'd be lying if I said they're not a punishment on the feet. The new balance break in quicker and are pretty comfy when they do, plus that 80s style is so rad. I still haven't tried the forums, maybe I will after watching this!

[@daryl_sgn5322]

love your comparison vid

[@guynkicks]

🤝🤝

[@FernandoHatsumura]

The 84s caught my attention. I need to try them to give an opinion but they seem to be very nice, very good materials on them.

[@mikeljohnp]

Dope comparison vid! I actually went us12s on my forums.and 550s. In the long run, i didn't mind the heel slippage on my 550s

[@guynkicks]

550s are too good, I can deal with the fit 🍻

[@AeroPrimeOG]

Forum 84 low blue threads still rockin it today

[@mikeljohnp]

In my opinion Forums are number 1 then the 550s

[@guynkicks]

I can dig that ☺️

[@slmjm8849]

I’m planning to purchase the triple white forum lows soon. Better quality for the money. They look the best imo.

[@gavinzooms]

Could be my Adidas bias, but the 84s look the best. Then 550s but those two are super closely tied up.

[@rubenperez5966]

Another great review man. Love the attention to detail with the sock pairing. Those NB socks 🔥🔥

[@guynkicks]

Thanks again bro, I appreciate your support very much 🙏🏼🍻

[@44daggers44]

This is legit the exact perfect vid I was looking for. Please can you give me your opinion… US men’s size 10 forum 84s fit me perfect. What size do you recommend I get in the 550s?

[@guynkicks]

@44daggers44 Thanks for watching. Go with a size US 10 in the 550s.

[@benanderson998]

Love the 550s but wish they had the vintage look of the Forums. I can’t afford the ALD ones lol

[@guynkicks]

@Ben Anderson 😂😂

[@eboyeman8457]

ALD ones?

[@SupernaturalColors]

I love the adidas forum much more. The Nike Dunks looks a bit plain, basically and looks too similar to other models from Nike. The New Balance 550s are bit bulky in the toe area so it kinda ruins it for me. The Adidas Forum is more slick with the design and branding.

[@franciscomedina7084]

Really great video !! Where’d you buy the 550’s from ?

[@guynkicks]

@Francisco Medina these 550s I got from Saks. Thanks bro

[@frodox3921]

In my personal opinion go for the forums and the 550 those are so cool and no so overhyped and nice for quality and price

[@jakechoi4193]

nice reviews I was hoping someone would do a comparison between all 3 since they are the "dunk scheme" silhouettes.

[@momoonkissed]

I love the 550's but they aren't available in my country, luckily Forum's are! I'm so happy to have a pair, they're amazing.

[@Gnurklesquimp]

Forum 84/NB550 lovers might also like Reebok Club C 85 Vintage, hope to catch a discount while I wait before I can justify spending retail on another pair of shoes. The ones in Chalk / Weathered Beige F22-R / Alabaster are my favorites, but the similar ones with blue remind me of blue thread or UNC Forums and look really nice as well.

[@clowis_W]

I have bought my first forum this week, it's my best shoes ever, no joke

[@hevsss2304]

Just got my 550's love em!

[@ACSSneakers]

Only had the dunks honestly never had a 550 or the forums but the forums are definitely calling out to me, the Og highs / mids what ever they are 😂 have been on my list for a minute

[@guynkicks]

@ACS Sneakers give them a try bro 👌🏼

[@chrisgivestricks1810]

An honorable mention for the 80s basketball shoes should also be the Reebok bb4000 they were pretty popular in the nba with the high top silhouette but I love the lows

[@millz8514]

Forums smoked those 2 shoes for real 🔥

[@sambarra5106]

Adidas Forums all the way! - bought the donovan mitchell lowforum - dope 🔥🔥🔥

[@guynkicks]

@Sam Barra Forums are great too.

[@SupaVlinSantonE]

Waiting on my first 550's to come in, but so far I have to go a half size up with Nike, and true to size with pretty much everything else. I have a wide foot so the small toe box on the Dunks kills my toes.

[@mirrorhour365]

if adidas gave the rivalry low the vintage treatment, I'm sure they would be on the map too

[@guynkicks]

Those are clean too

[@thecryingdad3839]

Best to get sizing right is to try out the shoes. I was in JD yesterday and tried out my TTS size and 0.5 size down side by side visual the size difference is not that obvious. The feel inside for me given a wide foot is that both felt fine but the TTS felt a tad better i walked them in shop. I tied the laces tight enough to avoid the heel slip. I told the sales rep i need a few hours to think clear what size i want and get back after lunch. Watched some videos about sizing again. Then in the end I decided for TTS. I went home knowing i made the right decision because i wore them again and somehow evening feet are more relaxed and fit best compared to morning feet. I know its weird but im glad i didn't make an impulse purchase. Unfortunately not everyone can fit shoes before they buy them.

[@flymartian33]

I prefer the forums they just fit my 90s early 2000s persona

[@offsetsface2135]

Glad the forums are less hyped means they are much more affordable than their counterparts

[@guynkicks]

Look out for the End Clothing, look dope.

[@offsetsface2135]

@@guynkicks yeah I saw the collab coming out just unsure which model to buy

[@iBlazec]

550s > They look way more classic IMO.

[@kevin15776]

I remember when you could get Dunks for way under $100. I got a few pairs off ebay for $40 about 10 years ago.

[@guynkicks]

I missed that era 😭😭

[@godzillagravy5265]

i'm a sz 10 like you, with ald 550 should i go 9.5? i have the green GR release on the 550 and 9.5 fit great, not sure if its any different for the ALD 550

[@guynkicks]

After rocking the two different sizes, go with the 9.5.

[@Cadence1986]

I wear the forums as my daily because my feet aren’t the right shape for the 550s they’re too narrow towards the middle and you still get heel slippage. Plus it’s harder to heel toe while driving the larger the shoes get.

[@mattszpakut5588]

you don’t have to cut the forum strap. i can see that on your forums you can remove the strap without damaging it. it’s just velcroed on.

[@akshat5277]

Forum low anytime 🔥🔥

[@damn_aykroyd7287]

Just trying to figure out sizing for the NB 550 as the pair I’m looking at on the aftermarket is between sizes 10/10.5 is around $100 difference in price. I wear a 10.5 in my 990v5 for comparison. Would you say go same for the 550 or can I fit a 10? Thanks in advance 👍 keep up the great content btw

[@guynkicks]

@Alpendium I would go with the 10.5. What size are you in Nike or adidas?

[@damn_aykroyd7287]

@@guynkicks thanks mate. Nike is a bit weird for me Jordan’s an 11 but most regular Nike’s 11.5

[@guynkicks]

You might be able to do an 11 on these. I’m a 9.5 in a 990v5. The 2002R I mostly go with a 10, though recently I copped a 9.5 and it fit great as well. Jordan’s I go with a size 10.

[@damn_aykroyd7287]

@@guynkicks Thankyou dude. Went with my regular size even if more expensive as it’s better to have a fitting shoe that I wear rather than a keepsake.

[@plan8plants418]

What brand are your glasses? They are nice

[@guynkicks]

Warby Parker the Chamberlain model

[@jakubfeldman7400]

At this point cause of price and style I'm choosing forums. Love them :)

[@hgr.7857]

👍💯👍 Great video idea, thanks for taking the time. Predictably, dunks come across as underwhelming in quality alongside the (any) competition. 💯 Over hyped. They've gotta come back down to earth, right?

[@guynkicks]

I think they are already in a sense. Too many dropped last year. But they’ll still sell out in seconds. Lol

[@sanjaydura2690]

I have mid arch foot and i think wide foot as well Can anyone suggest which could be most comfortable for me? Adidas stan, adidas superstar and continental hurst my foot after few minutes of wearing 😢😢😢

[@Lurkartiist]

All are pretty great shoes . Grab some of em all !

[@marcoochoa352]

I’m thinking of getting 550s but don’t know what size to get I have dunks In size 8s and they fit perfect should i go half size up or the same for the 550s?

[@guynkicks]

Go with the same size.

[@cardology1711]

I got my forums in a 8.5 they fit perfect but idk why they look like im wearing a size 10. Idk if it’s just me but they look bigger than it’s real size

[@sergiocervantes1662]

they do look pretty big. they’re also bulky shoes in my opinion , I still love mine though

[@DildosForChristmas]

That's annoying, I'm a 8.5 too and I'm pretty short so don't want shoes that look like I'm wearing moon boots and I'm not a fan of the overly bulky look. Disappointing because I really like them

[@afiqzain1288]

If im wearing US9 for nike dunk, what size should i get for the 550?

[@guynkicks]

You can stick with a size 9.

[@zenalien8620]

Which is the comfiest? Great pick-ups!

[@guynkicks]

Honestly all three are very similar, really a toss up.

[@en4cer]

84 if u have wide feet ... Then I'd say 550s are very true to size and ... The dunks if u have a thinner foot. They are all comfortable

[@zenalien8620]

@@guynkicks Thank you!

[@Phlorel]

Hey, These are my shoe sizes (US Sizes): Converse All Star: 10 Vans: 10.5 Adidas Forum: 10 What size should I buy for New Balance 550s and Nike Dunk lows? Thank you!

[@guynkicks]

I would suggest a US10

[@Phlorel]

@@guynkicks Thank you! Definitely subscribing to your channel.

[@guynkicks]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏼

[@leeevernden]

Unfortunately it depends what year dunks you compare to. 2021 and on the dunks are terrible and I’d put them in last. 2020 or before it’s more of a fair fight. I have all these in high tops - 2020 dunks, ALD 650 and Forum 84 High - all great quality and all comfortable and look great.

[@christotc9100]

I am so confused whether i should buy new balance 550 or Adidas forum low please help with your suggestions

[@guynkicks]

Honestly the 550 is so hot right now, you can flex more with a 550 😂 plus the Forums are great but you may not like the strap after a while.

[@LacedRhymes]

Copping the 550 asap

[@kkkasi]

I have a pair of Nike Dunks low from 2003 (ice blue) and I recently copped a pair of NB550s in the full white colorway. And when it's coming to comfort I really would go with my Dunks because I feel like walking with bricks on my feet with the NB550s. 😔 Anyways greetings from Germany✌️

[@IssaRamilo]

If i'm a size 9 in dunks, what size should i get for 550's! thanks in advance! :)

[@guynkicks]

Same size as your dunks. Just make sure to convert to men sizes. Unless it’s a women size 550.

[@miguelolvina1252]

Only dunks i ever bought were the De La Soul highs. the leather quality was so bad my feet hurt with the fold of the leather. Way happier with the Forum 84s, got the orbit grey highs! lookin to get a pair of 550s someday

[@guynkicks]

Definitely try the 550 👍🏼

[@sruthi1712]

I feel we can compare 550s and Air Force 1s they look pretty similar imo and I prefer 550s>>>

[@ianturnbow7011]

The real debate should be over the SB Dunk (modern or pre-revamp), Forum ‘84 ADV, and the NB# Tiago 1010.

[@guynkicks]

That would be a good one.

[@rayqun]

i like all of them. i think forums are the most universal, dunks are the most creative (collabs, the other ones not), and 550s are just kinda... shoes. they are also cool, but not special at all to me.

[@guynkicks]

Yeah the 550 is the new kid on the block. So over time with more CWs and collabs, it’ll have more of a history.

[@rayqun]

@@guynkicks first of all, thanks for answering. but yea, i totally agree with you. it just doesnt hold a spot right now, but probably will in the future, as you said.

[@omer-f6794]

Forum is real classic and vintage. It’s better.

[@rafaelmarques1314]

I recently got the forum low's in b&w and the strap is fully removable.

[@triple5tar]

Forums are incredible.

[@detectivemcmuffin1562]

Which have a thicker heel between the nike dunk lows/nb550? I need to appear 6ft for my auditions lmao

[@guynkicks]

I think the 550s do 🤣🤣

[@jnid1758]

visually I pick the nb550 visually unfortunately I'm wide footed and the slim toe box and the heel slippage, I just can't get past 😢

[@planetnearme]

if i’m a size 6y in nike dunks what size should i get in forums ?

[@guynkicks]

Same size would work.

[@TheGONZALEZ96]

Where'd you get the pulp fiction shirt bro

[@guynkicks]

Abercrombie

[@bluegamer9154]

I like 550s more, but the fourum are good, i just think they look a little to chunky

[@raspberryicedtea8426]

adi boi but that 550 looks sicc!!

[@filipiino96793]

1a: Af1 1b: forum I had issues with the sizing of the 550s that I couldn't get past and dunks are just too much rn.

[@thecryingdad3839]

550s is just much a heavier shoe and that affects comfort as it may feel you are carrying out a heavier and bulkier shoe

[@ScheKitoff]

1. Puma Palace Guard 2. NB 550 3. Adidas Forum/Nike AJ 1

[@dannylck1]

i want to know is it good to wear them to play basketball?

[@guynkicks]

I wouldn’t 😅

[@fede248]

its amazing how low quality the dunk low looks compared to other brands

[@guynkicks]

😂

[@bigjay52]

Hey...Its Forums All-day....I had them when they 1st came out😅

[@guynkicks]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@terrymacdad8742]

Man, me to, lota people didn't even know MJ originally balled in the forums, good times 👌

[@porterbelkin8605]

Where did you put the laces on the forumsw

[@guynkicks]

@porter belkin I tucked them under the strap.

[@checkmate8015]

Very necessary video

[@guynkicks]

Thanks! 🙏🏼

[@faisalrafif]

what is that nb color?

[@jeanpantojacastillo9705]

If I'm a perfect 9 US in forums and 550's, which size should I get in dunks?

[@guynkicks]

I would suggest the same.

[@0pasniyvozrat905]

Hey guys , i ve got 11us on forums and it feels good . Should i buy 10.5 us on nb550 or 11us?

[@jeanpantojacastillo9705]

@@0pasniyvozrat905 I think the same 11 US size would be ok for you, forum's are a bit bigger than 550's.

[@fistofren3483]

As a German, born in 1980 of course the forums. But mid, not low

[@mastersasori01]

With halfsize down, forum fit like a Jordan 1

[@Straightarrow213]

Where did you get your T-shirt

[@guynkicks]

From Abercrombie

[@J-Andrade-4]

Put white laces on the dunks and they look way better

[@joseph-me5ei]

where can i see the 550 in store idk the sizing on them lol

[@guynkicks]

@Joseph these are hard to find in store. I would suggest going a half a size down from your Nike or adidas shoes.

[@BigBroccoli_]

The forums look awesome but I just do not like the strap ngl

[@guynkicks]

They do look cool when it’s cut as well.

[@thuankhiet_]

dunks got over hyped so badly while its quality is the worst amongst the 3, and arguably the ugliest. but of course hypebeasts would argue

[@guynkicks]

@Nguyen Thuan some have great quality, but I agree others have terrible quality for sure.

[@janjabonowski9826]

You should've done AF1 vs 550 vs Forum instead of dunk

[@guynkicks]

For sure, I haven’t bought a pair of AF1 since high school might have to bring them back 😆

[@janjabonowski9826]

haha

[@antoniogonzalez5639]

I wanna say 550s>dunks>forums, but the heel slippage kills it for me. Went a half size down and they were way too tight. 🤷‍♂️. I say stick w the dunks and call it a day.

[@guynkicks]

Can’t blame you bro.