Truth about Adidas Forum

[@RoseAnvil]

Any audio issues should be resolved after a few hours!

[@LongTCG]

Hi, can you do the Asics Ex89 when you get the chance? They are similar in design to the NB 550s, but no one has done a good video yet on its construction/quality.

[@95benny4life]

Love how you're testing regular general release shoes instead of just hype sneakers. Great balance

[@SPMNDK89]

Technically hype shoes are exactly the same as general release shoes when it comes to the insides. When he chopped open the chunky dunky and the pandas, you could see there was barely any difference in terms of the leather used and just like the pandas, most of the materials used on the chunky dunky were trash.

[@samuelbarboza9792]

You'd even say it's a... New Balance

[@kyrohowe3156]

@@samuelbarboza9792 good pun

[@joshnsolomon]

Speaking of general, he should try the Nike general purpose shoe. I think it has an interesting construction

[@MrRwithanitch]

You must not be a Sneakerhead, if you were you’d know the Forum is a dope fire hype sneaker bro!!! But whatever thats why theres a difference between knowledge and wisdom!!!

[@GamerGato10]

Forums are underrated. They are slept on in the market because of air forces and dunks. Nice vid

[@aerpods]

People don’t want velcro

[@theostein5121]

They are the go to basic white girl shoe

[@GamerGato10]

@@aerpods I think the Velcro makes its own unique shoe.

[@GamerGato10]

@@theostein5121 Just like the air forces.

[@Riz_Rizen]

​@@theostein5121 Now tell me that white air forces and panda dunks aren't 💀💀💀

[@SCORP-3000]

This particular forum model in your video is made with recycled materials so the quality isn't as good but it'd be very interesting to see if you could compare this to the more premium 'blue thread' forum '84 models

[@xeicv]

All of them are roughly the same, let's not kid ourselves.

[@damienlahoz]

@@xeicv actually no, the forum 84 i have do not use tumbled leather, but thick cut panels, suede is probably the same though

[@thatrudeink]

@@xeicv they're actually made with different materials. The blue thread was a high quality remake of the OG shoe while the 84 and regular forums are more commercial, hence the limited availability of the blue thread pairs. The collab pairs like Packers and Eric Emanuel also have higher quality leather.

[@xeicv]

@@thatrudeink Sure thing, bud. $0.03 leather against $0.023 leather 😂 You do you, kid.

[@thatrudeink]

@@xeicv it sounds to me like you've never built a shoe before 😂

[@ianturnbow7011]

Adidas’ skateboarding division also has their own version, the Forum ‘84 ADV. Depending on the season, the materials can change a bit. Much like Dunks versus SB Dunks, the skate versions have better technology and comfort.

[@AeroPrimeOG]

I got 3 pairs of ADV Damn they are durables what I like to call it. Comes with ortholite insoles

[@AlmostLakai94]

Appreciate this. Gave me a new skate model to try 🙏🏽

[@ianturnbow7011]

@@AeroPrimeOG DAMN! I was lucky to score a pair of the nubuck, suede, and tumbled leather all white and off-white joints earlier this year. They sold out in only a day or two at my local. Ended up scoring a pair on Premier (Michigan skate shop) for ~$80 on sale. Love em. They’re roomier and more stable than SB Dunks. Materials feel a tad better at a $100 retail.

[@AeroPrimeOG]

@@ianturnbow7011 indeed

[@ianturnbow7011]

@@AlmostLakai94 for sure! Go TTS, unless you swap insoles. They’re a great shoe. They’ll eventually be skated, but I’m keeping em clean for now. I highly suggest the models with suede and tumbled leather over the smooth, corrected grain leather. I know the tumbling is a print for the basketball throwback, but I’m not sure about the ADV version.

[@iuxanu]

hey, its me , they guy that sent you an email about this shoe. I love this video, thank you so much. It feels my heart with joy seeing you even mention the video i sent for the history of the shoe.

[@LONKALUKSV]

I was so conviced by comparing my forum 84s to my aj1s highs that the materials are night and day better.

[@b22chris]

For basketball shoes the biggest improvements over time are grip, weight, and comfort.

[@betulaobscura]

I agree: comparing old vs. new technology would be very interesting! I am sure that in many cases it will show that "new" is not better than "old" and "new" is just a gimmick to sell and advert more crap. That's why companies are not interested to do it. People who are now a main number of customers on the market are 40-50 year old. They grew up in the 70's and 80's that's why "nostalgia" and "retro" are in fashion. But in most cases product based on "nostalgia" are just slogans, empty words...

[@TREXHUNTERX]

some new tech are gimmicky but pretty sure when it comes to cushioning the tech has upgraded .

[@bayareanewman1566]

I’d go as far as to say that this is straight up “bait and switch”… the shoe advertises itself as one thing, like where you can see the technology in a small part. It once you test it open you see it’s on “inspired by” the look of the retro styles.

[@reup4023]

@@bayareanewman1566 Reebok Question and Answer shoes, they've been disrespectful with AI's retro shoes ditching the air tech for foam 🤦‍♂️

[@milk__teee]

I’d say most technology is better, especially for adidas. I know cloudfoam, boost, their EVA, and bounce technology are newer, and I can say are pretty damn good. Maybe it’s not super different when comparing cloudfoam and EVA to the cushioning from 20-30 years ago. But it’s probably better. At least boost and bounce foam was. I mean even back then people were trying to cut corners, so I wouldn’t be surprised if the quality of retros were on par with shoes 20-30 years ago that were considered quality.

[@Chevsilverado]

Foams and grip are definitely better. But old shoes can have some really sturdy construction that new ones don’t, price and style being equal. If you’re using the shoes for sport then you’d see an immediate difference in comfort and protection. For everyday wear not so much, but you notice the lighter weight and some comfort if your classic shoe wasn’t particularly comfort.

[@EditLivy]

I'm with you there. I have a lot of Adidas shoes - Sneakers as well as "real" sport shoes - and I would LOOOVE to get real retro models built the same way like 40 years ago. The shoes of the 80ies had the best silhouettes ever. Clean, basic and functional. Max. 5 to 7 colorways (white/blue, blue/white, white/red, red/white, black/white, white/black and then maybe gold/black, or something like that). Nothing of this "chichi"-nonsense from nowadays.

[@blockwearingman]

the forum is literally like that

[@Munki]

Personally, I prefer the Forum lows over the AF1s and the 550s. Just looks better.

[@studley31fly23]

This is honestly a great shoe for casual wear. I like them better than an AF1 especially since its not crazy priced, I scooped a few of these on sale for $70.

[@killer257296]

I managed to get a pair for 35$ and for that price it was definitely a bag.

[@nova-ef2sx]

Fr? Everywhere I look it’s like 100 to 130 euros

[@joelt8102]

@@nova-ef2sx I got a pair for 46 euros from my local Adidas outlet. I live in Finland which is not really known for its cheap prices, so I'm pretty sure that you can find them nowadays for like 50-70 euro

[@BREDNBUTTER]

I’m the biggest Forum 84 fan I know. Appreciate this video. From my perspective, the forum 84 is far superior in quality than its mid 80s basketball competitors. I’ve got a ton of Forum 84 reviews if anyone is interested.

[@Gnurklesquimp]

Ohh hi there!

[@BREDNBUTTER]

@@Gnurklesquimp 😂 what’s good? Funny seeing you here.

[@BREDNBUTTER]

@Marc Carran oh you're right. I shouldn't like these at all. Thank you.

[@not-a-raccoon]

I'd like to see a series on hiking boots. Asolo, Lowa, Mamut, Merrell, Vasque, LA Sportiva, etc. I wear Vasque boots when I'm in the mountains and love them. I was wondering whether there was a huge difference in build quality vs the high end boots and the lower end boots.

[@BH.22.]

Maybe putting Hanwag & Meindl aswell in that pot or other manufacturers with non-glued-boots in their lineup. Would be interesting to see. 🙂

[@sirrivet9557]

Danner might be a good inclusion

[@not-a-raccoon]

@@BH.22. I forgot about Meindl. Thanks

[@not-a-raccoon]

Also Salomon and Scarpa.

[@miltonbates6425]

You forgot the Danner Mountain Light. Best hiking boot ever.

[@thatduckkindaguy9945]

The forum Is probably my favorite sneaker of all times

[@BigPeeOfficial]

I just bought a pair. These are so comfortable bro

[@Mr_RayzFox]

Would love to see a review of the Reebok Classic Club C 85

[@akiko3688]

Surprised he hasn’t done that one yet

[@Leon_ardo008]

Fr

[@naptahnnative6669]

With your knowledge we would all appreciate an in depth video on midsole materials such as the (Eva) foam used now compared to what was used in the 90s I’m talking specifically about Jordan’s but the eva midsole foam is used everywhere today not just by Nike/Jordan brand

[@NadjaNatasha]

I recently bought the Adidas Adi2000, my first Adidas pair in a couple years, and i gotta say they are amazing! Affordable, comfortable with a nice old school look 🙌🏻

[@skxz.526]

how are they after 6 months?

[@NadjaNatasha]

@@skxz.526 holding up pretty well. very comfortable and creasing is definitely less visable compared to air force

[@PioloAskal2009]

Good thing the midsole stitching is real. My 3 year old supercourts have the same pattern but after sole seperation, I realized that they were just decorative and not really sewn into the shoe.

[@charlottelang2441]

Can you do the Puma Slipstreams? Super underrated sneaker, I'd be interested to see how good the materials are compared to more hyped brands like Nike NB and Adidas

[@enegizedadam]

Puma does make really good shoes the reason they're underrated is mostly because americans only want american brands even if they don't make the shoes in america.

[@akiko3688]

@@enegizedadam uhhh the biggest brands are Nike and adidas and one is definitely not American

[@gryyta9617]

@@enegizedadam uhh, just need to add adidas and pumas founders were brothers and both german...nothing american with them!

[@erniecarrasco9107]

My father law and I reviewed running shoes for the last 30 years. We have dissected every athletic shoe ever made. Look us up. Running shoes review. We have had our monthly article published on over 30 sport magazines world wide. Well we don't do magazines anymore. But back then you could find our review every article

[@miltonbates6425]

The Forum 84 is the most classic bball sneaker design of all time. Period.

[@sean5971]

The leather upper does not seem to bubble up like others with heavy plastic coating, but burns more like the leathers with pigment on them… at least to my eyes on the videos. Also the plastic coating tends to melt and gunk up when scratched with the awl, but here I noticed it only crumbles into dusty ash. So I would definitely grade this leather higher than AF1’s, what do you guys think?

[@BREDNBUTTER]

Definitely way better than AF1 and dunk leather.

[@qilshu]

it's miles better than AF1s comparing it to my '84 uncs

[@nadienadie3468]

A lot better that af1 leather

[@mastamcpoop]

I'd love to see New Balance 574s v the 574 Legacy line. I bought the limited edition Bodega Collab because they looked like Vault Tec shoes. I feel like the 574 has been around for decades yet has never been in style.

[@AeroPrimeOG]

The first forum has performance grade leather and it was ahead of its time back then. That’s why it’s really expensive.

[@emmontelyzardiezmo2101]

Love this review that forum is so expensive here in the Philippines still my dream shoes.

[@belicosebumpkin]

Look the same as the old lower cut Adidas Lendl Competition tennis shoes that came out around this time. Ivan Lendl wore them for years. I owned several pairs. They were the best and most expensive tennis shoes around at that time by far.

[@jpsrandom6943]

I've just bought a pair, beautiful design, classic and perfect fit for casual looks, I go for boots almost every day but now and then I take a break

[@Buhrennen]

Always appreciate watching your videos! Thank you!!!

[@jfruser]

1. Rose Anvil is about the only yootoobe channel where I will watch the in-line marketing bits. Usually interesting. 2. I am still on the lookout for leather sneakers made from decent leather. I recall my original Air Jordans and Reebok basketball shoes lasting a LONG time.

[@JeffFadness]

The mid top Forum's I had 15+ years ago were really good skate shoes. Not sure if the construction was different back then, but they felt like they where designed for skateboarding.

[@jouhajohnny]

They make Forum's in skate versions now 😁 They are called Forum ADV

[@udonthavetorobme]

Another one of my childhood favorites making a big comeback! Please do Samba OG vs Samba ADV next :)

[@rubix0110]

Just for anyone just getting into forums, there are different versions with varying quality. If it has 84 in the name then the leather quality is going to be a step above the other versions, but the strap is non removable. Forum definitely a great shoe no matter what though

[@ndreyey908]

what about forum premiere?

[@xeicv]

@@ndreyey908 They're all the same overpriced stuff. Don't let anyone try to tell you otherwise. "$0.001 leather against $0.01 leather"... Come on...

[@rubix0110]

@@xeicv late reply but it does make a difference. Straight up can’t wear normal forums because the leather is stiff and bites my toes. 84s don’t do that. So it’s the difference between pain or no pain. Same with the new balance 550s

[@xeicv]

@@rubix0110 Again. Yes, $0.001 leather against $0.01 leather.

[@rubix0110]

@@xeicv Right and the 0.01 leather is clearly better and worth paying for; especially if it's the difference between being able to wear the shoe at all. Literally every product made in the modern world is priced above what it costs to manufacture, so I don't know what your point is. Even high end leather clothes/footwear that costs hundreds use leather that is pretty cheap by the sq foot.

[@somethingturrible5059]

Awesome video, could you maybe compare these to the ADV or skate version of these like the sb dunks?

[@ppsalev]

I`d love to see mexico 66 cut in half , I believe they are made pretty much the same from the very beginning in `66. Although not much to be discovered by cutting I guess. They are really basic shoes ,but I love it - just wonder if they can do the sole more durable without loosing the feel of it as I go thru the soles while the leather is as good as new

[@veepeecee8630]

I love these shoes. I had a pair in jr high. And I definitely liked them then. And I like them now. They look great and they aren’t shitty shoe from what u cut up and showed us. It’s just the typical cutting corners big company’s do to save money.

[@lordmetal3842]

the 80's the good ole days i miss them ..my wife still wears the womens reebok freestyle sneakers from said era to this day .

[@karenk3458]

Wow, nice to see an old shoe get rented I’m glad to see there’s some good foam inside for comfort.

[@Nithanth_PS]

Waiting for Reebok club c 85 vintages

[@howardmalixi3058]

I've been waiting for this. Thank you so much!

[@terrypark6043]

Really enjoy your and Weartesters input on sneakers. Thanks for another banger of a content.

[@brandonstacy896]

you should start a series about testing blue jeans

[@mrjonchu]

Was really debating on getting the UNC lows or trap kitchen ones and this video helped a lot. Thank you man.

[@orangetweleve]

Interesting, the pair that Weartesters reviewed (Forum 84 High “Orbit Grey”) seemed to be made closer to the original as Chris said the materials quality is really good with the thick leather cut and hairy suede, I was able to grab a pair of Orbit Grey lows and really happy with the materials how they feel on feet etc. but now you’ve made me second guessing Chris’s words and the leather they used on mine. 🤔 I do hope mine has better leather and suede than these that you just cut cause I haven’t got a chance to see and feel the newer 84s in person. But as far as I’ve seen I believe that these are also getting the same treatment as the Continental models which the leather/materials are very inconsistent on different colorways/releases. Great and informative video nonetheless! I’ve been waiting for this video for a while now 🙏 Like you I also really want Adidas to make pairs that are as close to the original as possible like they’ve been advertising with this model.

[@SCORP-3000]

The forums in this video are made of cheaper materials that are recycled from plastics from the ocean compared to the Orbit grey ones so don't worry the ones you have are of better build quality, I own the orbit grey lows and Hi's myself and absolutely love them

[@miltonbates6425]

The Forum that is closest to the original design is the UNC 84 version. The leather is way better than other models.

[@miltonbates6425]

@@SCORP-3000 The UNC model trumps the orbit greys.

[@SCORP-3000]

@@miltonbates6425 I also own the Unc '84 hi's and I disagree

[@grqfes]

bro switched up

[@90876589]

Love this, wearing my 84s and I see this vid pop up. Another great vid 👏🏼

[@damienjeremyweir4543]

I am into Adidas Forum highs. They feel really well built on feet.

[@MrCheeesee]

I'd love to see a breakdown of the forum 84 ADV!

[@AlexToma]

forum is one of my favourite shoes. I own a pair of low exhibit, high 84 and a pair of 09 mids

[@SS-L.O.T.O.]

Had these 20 years ago and have a new pair in my closet. I always saw them as a af1 alternative. Haven't worn the new ones yet but I loved the ones I had when I was in my teens

[@thebreakfastmenu]

When I was a kid, shoes were just... different. Anything they've reissued hasn't been the same at all. Having said that, I'd still rock a pair of these.

[@excessemail2344]

When I was a kid shoes were mostly garbage. I got Nikes a few times before I was 20, they disintegrated after 3 months or so. I can't imagine they are worse, how long do they last, a week?

[@thebreakfastmenu]

@@excessemail2344 I own 4 pairs of Nikes. Only one pair is real leather. Cant say how long they’ll last but they sure don’t feel like it’ll be long.

[@markc8773]

For an older classic shoe of that era how about the Nike Cortez?

[@TheJoe89jan]

I bought these shoes. I love the soft tumble leather. It creases faster and gives it character. 💯% enjoy this product.

[@bigtime_skillissues]

so happy to see this, I was hoping you'd take a look at these shoes 🙏

[@MrRwithanitch]

Ol skool OG shoe tech is kind of crappy its usually, hard, clunky, plasticky, heavy, hot and just plain uncomfortable. I held onto a few of my old old old ass shoes for a real long time and wore most of them way past the prime time anyone ever should, and the ones that didn’t crumble just ended up being way to uncomfortable to keep. I eventually through them all away. I wish I kept them for nothing else but to send to Rose Anvil for cut up videos!!!🤔Even though it saddens my heart sometimes when you cut all these bad boys in half I’m still anxious to see the next pair you cut in half every single time. Great job as always even if it breaks my heart. ✌🏽🍻

[@Sean-Ax]

That ad transition was just about as smooth and surprising as an Adam Ragusea ad transition. lol Good one.

[@luvinthe1970s]

Can you do the Reebok club c 85 vintages next?

[@Debian432423]

They used to make them in France. My father bought me a pair of original sneakers, dark blue/white, while he was in Germany back in late 80s. If I remember correctly their price was around 200 Deutschmarks, which is equivalent to 100 Euros today. Does not sound expensive but back then it was a lot of money :-) .... Then shortly after Patrick Ewing's Adidas shows were released ...

[@scarborosasquatchstation1403]

Cool... We all want the 40 year old technology incorporated into the new retro shoes..... !

[@woktirboi8987]

I would really want to see you cut apart a pair of air max 95s, my absolute favorite shoe in my collection. Even though I’ve had my pair for about a year now and worn it a lot they still look almost brand new!

[@sparks5063]

Not surprised by the foam on the inside, they’re really comfortable to wear all day!

[@yrbek]

those are cheap version of forums get the 84 forum version or Forum 84 blue threads

[@brianjohnson7130]

Love your videos! A shoe suggestion I have is the Air Max 90. Very popular retro shoe that is easy to get in most colorways.

[@mikeljohnp]

Forums are one of the best silhouettes of all time!

[@tunghoang9352]

In the same realm, can you look into the PUMA Slipstream? Also a basketball retro from 1987.

[@JorgeLourenco000]

To me the forum mid are one of the best and most comfortable shoe out there.

[@seatsniffer91]

I got 7 pairs of Forums, and the ones I have from the first couple of releases back in 2020 are immensely better than any pair of Air Force or 550 from the same time. I have been wearing the hitops the most and they do not crease the way other models do. The wavey toe box that you get on regular AF1’s are nowhere to be found on the OG 84’s. Both shoes are historically classics, but if you want something that last a bit longer, go for the 84 forum.

[@kart182]

I love this channel, has informed my shoe purchases for the better

[@steampoweredmedia]

Any chance of doing a review of the Nikecraft Tom Sachs GPS?

[@mcbrick]

I have a pair of Forums as well as a pair of Rivalrys, and the Rivalry is even softer underfoot

[@colbias8813]

rose anvil you need to do a video on the Reebok c85 clubs im really curious to see what you think about them

[@thatrudeink]

Love the video!!! I would definitely try and get your hands on he blue thread pairs and an ADV pair for comparison. The original re-release is amazing

[@pepleatherlab3872]

Another really great and thoughtful video. Thank you Rose Anvil.

[@yoloni]

Maybe try to get a original 80s pair of the Forums to see if it’s actually built for performance? Would love to see a comparison to the retros!

[@davelee6002]

Just discovered you with this video. Love the attention to detail!

[@ambufan3242]

Can you please do an comparison between the regular forum and the forum 84 and if the higher cost is worth it for the forum 84?

[@BREDNBUTTER]

I wonder if the Blue Thread also lacks the tech of the originals.

[@octaviosancheznajera3795]

Thanks man, long time waiting for this shoes !

[@dantheman26153]

I was waiting for this video to come out for so long

[@waycool_jr]

I'd like to see you do Adidas's top ten (preferably the high tops). Mine feel much sturdier and more supportive in comparison to my dunks, Jordan 1s, and blazers

[@DavidBluetile]

Im going to check the channel after I finish watching this but I wonder if the Forum 84 ADV uses the actual tech. On a tech sheet I got from Adidas for some forums im pretty sure it mentioned that netting as being technically useful... not just cosmetic.

[@jestonrademaker2430]

It would be awesome to do a series on current military boots!

[@aleksandreiv892]

you should try the adidas top ten shoe

[@DashDrones]

Bought these forum 84s a few months ago, exact same colour way and love them. My only non Nike shoe.

[@dannydalcantar9889]

One of my personal favorite shoes. Thanks man for doing these

[@rickyfadhli5410]

are you intrested in reviewing any acg's new stuff?

[@MrTrix44]

Thank you for this!!! You have hit most of the retro 80 designs and I’ve been waiting for the forum!

[@resiejr]

Nice shoutout for Nacho Average Finds!!!

[@itsjiloo]

I wonder if Forum 84 Camp Low are any closer to the original. Or at list better than regular ones.

[@Simonisms]

I had a pair of the hi tops back in the day. They were so fresh. I loved them

[@zombis89fisto]

How about the sambas they are also a retro sneaker and please compare them to the 80s German made versions which you can easily get on ebay and modern versions please. It will be a banger my man.

[@bigl4231]

For the black Friday sale, the Forum low are only $50 so I copped a pair, I got the panda pattern

[@Matching_Socks]

You should do a combo review on the yeezy slides and foamrunners

[@laxlife5050]

Could you do a video of the Adidas Copa mundial? It's made of kenguru leather and is super soft. Would be nice to here ur opinion on this classic soccer/football boot. Especially since the world cup is in a few months!

[@danlopez6100]

Have you done a what’s inside/can it boot video of the yeezy 950? I’m very curious to its construction and if it’s just another sneaker boot! love the channel and these videos are fantastic!!

[@NewWorldRob]

Positively amazing review / inspection.

[@dgoody84]

Asked a couple times for this one! Thank you sir!!!

[@papaenz]

Please do the Veja sneakers

[@brunonjezic6208]

Great video. Shame they didn't brought back the technology too. Looks are great. I would love to see adidas samba classics vs samba OG vs special. All the same but maybe different

[@munimack]

Great work and I agree. True Retro, Restomod and calabs. Calabs and Future Mods with other models like the forum lite 1984. They attempted to add cushion....

[@xGuiZ]

I bought the Forum 84 and i had to return them since they were extremely tight.Then i bought the Forum exhibit low and they are one of my favorite pairs