Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Yellow & Black (Bruce Lee) Review w/ On-Foot, Lace Swap & Resell prediction

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Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 - Yellow & Black (2017)
DL408-0490
Released 2017
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[@likesneaker3238]

White or the original yellow laces?

[@tasken_lander_redux4775]

Just re-watched GOD last night in honor/remembrance of the 48th anniversary of his passing (The Shout Factory Blu-ray, turns out, has 39 minutes of the pagoda fight RE-EDITED, as surmised, as Bruce would have wanted. So much better than the actual vers. of the fight that we got in the original '78 release). Just noticed last night for the first time that he had white laces on his Tigers - - which REALLY through me off / took some getting used to as I always assumed / thought for years that they were yellow haha. I can OFFICIALLY now say that I prefer the look of the white laces as they just stand out / look more complementary IMO. Now trying to decide on the most accurate pair to get as I absolutely want some...

[@likesneaker3238]

@@tasken_lander_redux4775 Thanks for commenting, glad to add some value and that you prefer white laces. I believe Master Lee swap between yellow and white shoes too in filming. The closest resemblance in terms of style might be the Moonstar Jaguar but Asics is a good choice.

[@tasken_lander_redux4775]

@@likesneaker3238 Hi again. Been religiously trying to track down a pair of yellow shoes as close to the ones he's used in the film as possible for purely display purposes. From further research it seems Bruce wore three different types of shoes in the film, GOD. Moonstar Jaguar IS, indeed, believed to possibly be the main ones we see featured. The Bruce Lee Fan Club also made a pair of exact replicas back in 1997 for limited sale -- but those are nearly impossible to find now and feature an obscene amount of money these days when they DO spring up for sale. Was wondering your thoughts on the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Slip-ons as they are all solid yellow around the toe box instead of that slightly darker tan material on the regular Mexico 66's. I'm also looking at the Tai Chi's as they just look ascetically nicer looking -- but they are definitely more Kill Bill homages. Again, I don't intend to wear these ever; just one day (hopefully) display them, along with a tracksuit and bracelet and nunchaku, on a mannequin in my future mancave. Any recommendations between the two vers. mentioned to go with? Thanks in advance / sorry for the long comment! EDIT: Damn -- just discovering the Mexico 66 SD's (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqW3gYucgplgf80); thoughts on them?

[@likesneaker3238]

@@tasken_lander_redux4775 Hi, I can see where you are coming from with the Mexico 66 slip-on. To be honest, there is no shoe that matches 100% unless it is customized like the fan club version. Although the colour of the slip on is solid yellow, bearing in mind in GOD, Bruce Lee did have laces on his pair. Tai Chi is definitely more Kill Bill. I went with the Mexico 66 with laces because I thought it resembles the closest and also Master Lee wore Onitsuka Tigers casually including the Mexico 66 white pair. You can consider Asics Limber NM Yellow & Black. Hope this helps ! www.onitsukatiger.com/gb/en-gb/limber-nm/p/1183B358-750.html?size=4&channable=01640c696400303032303032383539342e3735302e532e3478

[@tasken_lander_redux4775]

@@likesneaker3238 Thank you for the response / explanation -- I think for now my plan is to maybe just seek out a pair of vintage Moonstar Jaguars and repaint them to look the part since I just need them for display; not to wear. If I do / they come out well I'll be sure to share with you! Thank you again!

[@codekhalil6437]

In my opinion, if the shoes had more white on them, then go with the white laces. But since the shoe has virtually no white on it, the yellow laces are perfect. Thanks for the vid. Any Onitsuka Tiger vid is a good vid!

[@likesneaker3238]

A valid point, thanks for commenting and watching, hopefully I can produce more Asics and Onitisuka Tiger reviews!

[@poohxliu]

Loving this video...It’s amazing to find so much information about one sneaker! I like it with white laces 😜

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks Winnie, yes white laces does look good too!

[@Alex-xd5ft]

Excellent video. Thanks for showing how the sneaker looks in person.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for your positive comment, much appreciated!

[@hervechoko4011]

A friend of mine took me to the mall couple of days ago to buy me some shoes and she decided to tiger, I was hum 🤔 cuz I never knew it before but now I can witness myself, is definitely one the best quality shoes I’ve ever wore.

[@likesneaker3238]

Glad to hear that you appreciate the quality, they've been around for some time, hope you enjoy your pair!

[@Saichigo]

Nice review thnx. I had these in black. Now i wear tai chi reb for the last 2 years. I just ordered mexico SD really recommend those over the standard mexico

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for the recommendation, will check out the Mexico SD and thanks for watching!

[@alexisy7056]

very informative video! crazy how these are suddenly soo trendy once again.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for the positive feedback, it was first video so it wasn't executed that well. Curious which part of the world are these are back in trend? 😃

[@alexisy7056]

I'm from NYC! people are saying Adidas Samba's are too typical (which are also in trend right now) so they're saying to go for these as an alternative. @@likesneaker3238

[@Carltonwanks]

I have bought these shoes 3 time's, love The soft squishy comfort, if they had ankle support it would be my favorite shoe

[@likesneaker3238]

Agree with you with the squishy comfort 😃

[@69Muscle]

Great video! Incredibly cool and iconic “Bruce Lee” sneakers! I love them - just bought a pair!

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for the kind compliment! Glad you brought a pair too. I am still wearing mine after 10 years! 💛🖤

[@69Muscle]

@@likesneaker3238 you’re welcome, take care!

[@laitha3679]

Thanks for this video. I’ve have had various colour ways in the past of regular Mex 66. just purchased the sd in cream for more of a smarter casual occasion than a Daily beater. The sd does have a really supple leather so I’m not disappointed. These are a great iconic retro and far slimmer than Nike Cortez or adidas samba Stan smith etc which are chunkier. Only issue is that it’s too tempting to add more items to your online basket.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for viewing and for the positive feedback! I completely agree they do look stylish and I also love the iconic White base with red and blue stripes too! 😃

[@Riknos]

Very informative video, thanks! I love the way you dropped the shoe into your hand at the start that was amazing :D

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for your viewing and positive vibe! Bruce Lee did mention "I fear the man who has practiced one catch 10,000 times"! 😆

[@mazza1982]

Very informative! Nice to know the backgrounds behind each product.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks Mary, glad it enlightened you!

[@kongboshi]

Bruce's yellow shoes in Game of Death were actually Moonstars. I'm not sure why Moonstar hasn't tried to capitalize on that.

[@likesneaker3238]

Yes, I wondered about that too, not sure why though?

[@user-go4my5yq8i]

The white laces are not matching at all with the yellow and black colours.

[@likesneaker3238]

Understand that this is subjective, thanks for your comment😀

[@dinodude4486]

I wore a pair of Mexico 66’s back in HS. might have to get a pair like this soon! Thanks for the great and informative video. Cheers 🤙🏽

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for the nice feedback, very much appreciated!

[@Madeindurm]

The perfect video I needed before determining my decision.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for viewing, makes it absolutely worthwhile in the long production of my first video! 😄

[@maryjeanjason6231]

oh my gosh you need more subscribers there not much like you in YT that has pretty much complete details about a shoe

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for the kind compliment, it does take a lot of time and effort to do the research, photo/video shooting and editing the video as a one man band without paying for views and subscribers! Will try and continue as much as I can😀

[@PowerStallionGym]

A few things to point out -Shoe Laces and Tread are Yellow Instead of White like you pointed out -The Onisuka Tigers/Asics stripe pattern changed over time from it's early days of being a Adidas knock off I can send you an email with pictures of Bruce Lee's shoes to help you understand what I am saying. I took a ton of screen shots from as many angles as I possibly could from "Game of Death" back in Oct 12, 2020.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for the feedback! Not sure if it is true, the yellow pairs were customised and not affiliated to Onisuka Tigers/Asics back then.

[@PowerStallionGym]

@@likesneaker3238 Bruce had the shoes he wore from the Movie Custom Made?

[@likesneaker3238]

@@PowerStallionGym Correction, it could be the Moonstar Jaguar shoes

[@PowerStallionGym]

@@likesneaker3238 Can you still buy Moonstar Jaguars?

[@likesneaker3238]

​@@PowerStallionGym Probably Amazon Japan region but I think they do not deliver outside Japan and also Yellow/Black is not available

[@matthiasjanssen-meinig4725]

the original Bruce Lee shoes, the sole is different, and are priced more expensive

[@likesneaker3238]

Interesting, do you know what sole it is?

[@PROfaniteez]

This was a great video well done mate, thanks so much for all of the info.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for the amazing feedback! Much appreciated, your comment and viewing make it worth the effort!

[@Darrenrjeff]

Great review Chris!! Very detailed!!

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks Darren, much appreciated!

[@Anton-oy3vm]

cant decide between these and the sd's

[@likesneaker3238]

I can understand the pain, if still stuck then I would consider flipping a coin and your heart will subconsciously tell you which would be the ideal one 😄

[@Ricardo-fm5wt]

This is a very informative video, thank you for doing this! I found it very useful. However, the colors look a bit dull on your camera, maybe you can do something about it?

[@likesneaker3238]

Glad you find it helpful and thank you for the feedback about the visuals, currently only using a 720p camera mode therefore it looks less sharp and flat. I may upgrade it but depends on how well the channel goes!

[@thehellezell]

Cheers man! Great vid and now I need a pair of these!

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for commenting, glad I could help!

[@joegillian303]

Good video, well commented, but unfortunately a big mistake slipped in... During his lifetime Bruce Lee never wore the ONITSUKA TIGER MEXICO 66 YELLOW/BLACK, let alone the white ones to the red and blue bands that can be seen in the making-of of Game of Death or in the Enter the Dragon rushes. The ONITSUKA TIGER MEXICO 66 YELLOW/BLACK came out widely after his death. The pair he put on in Game of Death were MOONSTAR. Cordially.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you watching the video. You are correct to point out that the late Bruce Lee actually wore Moonstar Jaguar in the movie which the brand is quite rare and probably available in Japan only. I am only referencing the strong resemblance of the OT Mexico 66 to the one wore in the G.O.D movie 😄

[@ajitkumar1342]

Nice stuff man.. Keep it going

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks, very much appreciated, will do!

[@Virginator0069]

dope color, i'd rock this with a black lace

[@likesneaker3238]

Good choice! 👌

[@ericinouye803]

Bruce Lee wore the yellow and black Tiger tai chi shoe.

[@likesneaker3238]

ok

[@jasoncore9952]

I've just bought a pair.and was running round the house chasing the kids saying waddargh adap woooagh😅

[@likesneaker3238]

Haha, that is hilarious, but try to restrain from using the nun-chucks! 😆

[@seanmckeever309]

Great video mate! Going to pick up a pair soon

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for the positive feedback, much appreciated! Hope you enjoy wearing your pair!

[@robbieyh]

Definitely white laces gives a pop!

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for you viewing and feedback, the white laces does indeed give it a pop and matches the colour blocking!

[@misham2563]

Great video!!! Pardon me asking but do you wear socks with these or no socks? You personally! I don’t think people wear socks with these

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for watching the video! I tend to wear them with socks, but this is due to having an slim ankle! Yes, I've seen a lot of people don't wear socks or invisible socks and they do look cool in it too! 😄

[@Atavisten]

Thank you for the review!

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for watching and commenting

[@drhero5122]

thank you for reviewing onitsuka tiger, all the youtuber hype with nike jordans 1 and adidas yeezy

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for watching the video and feedback! I have also reviewed a couple of other brands such as Asics, Saucony, New Balance, and KangerRoos sneakers, check them out too!

[@drhero5122]

@@likesneaker3238 thank you for reviewing the mexico 66 sir, i have been searching for english reviews on this onitsuka tiger shoes but alot are Indonesia and in Philippines ... but people this days like nike and adidas😅, not alot a love for Mexico 66, again thank you sir for the saiz guide🤟

[@likesneaker3238]

@@drhero5122 Much appreciated your comments and support!

[@zein9460]

Hey, thank you for the review! Maybe you could help me out on the sizing; i usually wear 39.5-40 euro (women’s), I’m looking at OT’s sizing guide and it’s a 6.5-7 recommended. However I’m very confused because i asked a retailer who carries this brand and they’re saying 5.5-6. Which makes more sense to you? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

[@likesneaker3238]

Hi, going by my pair and the feedback from forums, 60% said OT's runs slightly big. Personally, for me, my standard Nike size is UK 10, then for OT it is UK 9.5, basically need to order half a size down. In my review I got UK 9 because I wanted a slimmer look and more cushioned, the leather will eventually loosen the more you wear it, but in hindsight, my true OT Size should be UK 9.5. However, everyone's feet are different and also depend on the climate and environment when you wear them. As always, best to try it physically if you can. Hope this helps? Would be good to know how your sizing fits so more people can compare?

[@malikhaider6260]

I need these bro🔥

[@likesneaker3238]

You should go and grab a pair, one of my personal favourites!

[@user-go4my5yq8i]

Hi, From what I compare to the Bruce Lee film picture you showed,it looks it is not exactly the same.

[@likesneaker3238]

Thank you for watching the watching the video. If you re-watch at 1min 45 secs, I've only stated it 'strongly resembles'.

[@mojo6112]

How flexible is it? I want to use them for hardcore running

[@likesneaker3238]

To be honest, I would not consider it a proper running shoe, it is more track and field for sprinting. Hope this helps.

[@luisespinozaynuma3679]

ONITSUKA TIGER las mejores zapatillas del 🌎🌍 saludos desde 🇵🇪⚡

[@likesneaker3238]

¡Gracias por dejar un comentario positivo amigo! ¡Definitivamente un gran par de zapatillas!

[@bboyven]

How does it feel when running? Is this ok for jogging? Also do you know what model the actor in the legend of bruce lee series uses? 😁

[@likesneaker3238]

To be honest, I would not consider it as a proper running shoe, it is more track and field. Just had a quick glance at the series, the model looks exactly like the one in my review. Hope this helps? 🙂

[@bboyven]

@@likesneaker3238 it does! Thanks for the honest feedback! 😁

[@likesneaker3238]

@@bboyven You are most welcome! Thanks for watching the video😃

[@bboyven]

@@likesneaker3238 just picked up a pair of these and wondering if you could do a tutorial on how to clean and maintain them. 😁

[@likesneaker3238]

@@bboyven That is good. What I would strongly suggest is to apply some good quality water and stain repellent on them before wearing them outside

[@ewanwright2800]

Nice

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks

[@B400]

Waiting for mine to be delivered 👍

[@likesneaker3238]

Good to hear, hope you like it!😃

[@B400]

@@likesneaker3238 I'm sure i will.

[@nathanieljeffers3334]

The white laces

[@likesneaker3238]

Thanks for your comment and lace choice, much appreciated!

[@ludothompson1193]

How can we spot fake copies?

[@likesneaker3238]

I don't think you can. To be honest, in terms of sneakers, this model is not that expensive and not replicated that much, but to be on the safe side, I would buy directly in-store or online from Onitsuka Tiger. Hope this helps!

[@ludothompson1193]

@@likesneaker3238 that’s the thing, Onitsuka is not selling online in the US anymore and there are few stores left. Thanks!

[@likesneaker3238]

@@ludothompson1193 Oh no, didn't realised that, really hope you can secure your pair!

[@sandorclegane2029]

when you said synthetic suede does it mean its not pure suede from animal skin sir?is it man made suede?

[@likesneaker3238]

It is man-made. Synthetic suede is also known as 'faux suede'. It is an animal friendly material made from polyester and mixed with plastic. Hope this helps.

[@sandorclegane2029]

@@likesneaker3238 ahh ok sir...thank you so much

[@likesneaker3238]

@@sandorclegane2029 Pleasure!

[@vitalynorton3865]

White laces? No! Use yellow!!!!11111

[@likesneaker3238]

Good to know some people like the original laces

[@moshiurrahman2372]

Bruce Lee wore Adidas

[@likesneaker3238]

Interesting to know. Is there any images or videos to show, would like to see it?

[@alessandrocerioli2151]

@@likesneaker3238 no, it appears he wore a unknown Japanese brand called Moonstar Jaguar.

[@likesneaker3238]

@@alessandrocerioli2151 You are right, he wore Moonstar Jaguar as pointed out in the long list of comments below