update: AFTER WEARING THE NIKE REACT ELEMENT 87 FOR 2 MONTHS! (Pros & Cons)

[@WTFisthat95]

man, you guys are amazing. I have been rocking with you guys since the air max 2015 video, you know, the one where you compared it to NYC. Since then I knew this channel was something different. Fast forward to today, I look forward to watching your videos (even if I know I can't afford the sneaker or if it's just not my style). Now I feel im excited to watch the teams videos for the content/cinematography (38 🔥's) and the community. The time and effort that goes into these videos does not go unnoticed. thank you guys for changing the way sneakers are presented on KZbin. Sincerely, a Chicago kid who rarely comments on videos. Stay uncivilized ✊

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Yo man this comment means everything to us. For real. We love creating videos and to have people like you support and encourage us the way you do. I can’t even put it into words. We appreciate you more than you know.

[@LFC-KAMZ]

Nicholas McGowan I 2nd all the positives on your comment. Been effing with guys since the beginning. ❤️ from London, England

[@lkhoe23]

This shoe the only reason why you'd buy coloured socks

[@chuchuchuchia]

Those walking clips intense af

[@AsapSteph]

They really are lol

[@paradigmshift7541]

Is it cloud cushion? No, but it also doesn’t bottom out like Boost after a few hours. I wore these for 10 hours straight walking and my feet didn’t hurt at all!! It must be the energy return, because the ride is so smooth that I don’t get foot fatigue. Again when I put the shoe on I expected Boost, and I was disappointed, but after Full Days walling, I love react much more than Boost. If you’re a fitness freak, you’ll appreciate the stability of the React. Take ur pick people, get Boost is you want to sink in, get React if you want to move.

[@MichaelRockfez]

Paradigm Shift This guy gets it

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Exactly, man.

[@jonpetter8921]

It can depend on the physiology of your body and feet. There is no objective truth.Everything is relative. I like Boost better than React. Boost to me has more smooth feel, good transition while React is kind like "plastic" comfort to it. Both shoes are comfy on their own.

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

Paradigm Shift I want both

[@frozonekickz204]

I just bought them and I went true true. 9.5. I usually wear 10 because I hate breaking in shoes My foot took around maybe 30 minutes of break in time. My big toe was crying to me. But once you break them in, comfy, but not too comfy. Just right and responsive. Veryyyyyy light Love em, but make sure you get a colorway that is for you

[@carlosfernandez6477]

I got these pair and I can proudly say these are the most comfortable pair i've ever tested. I would even say it's "better" than boost in a certain way. So I would recommend to buy the 87's or 55's.

[@Chrisrami23]

I want a pair but just dont think it's worth the resell price 😕

[@mar78andres28]

Chris Ramirez I agree!! People have gotten too greedy

[@BackseatJuice]

I do not think they're worth resell. I own the anthracite pair. They feel like nike ultra combined with a less breathable fly knit.

[@comm58]

Chris Ramirez try your luck tomorrow on SNKRS for the other two colorways!!

[@Chrisrami23]

Raymond I'll try but I've taken nothing but Ls on SNKRS

[@comm58]

Chris Ramirez restart your phone 10 minutes before release, make sure you have no other apps open other than SNKRS and have Apple Pay (on iPhone) or auto pay on other devices set up, with all your info and sz. And make sure you have Touch ID/finger print reader or Face ID on. Just be fast man, you’ll get them tomorrow! Well today 10am EST lol. Reply with a W tomorrow. Take No L’s, only breathing W’s in the universe lol.

[@bynwinnin]

I just watched HesKicks do this an hour ago....but I don't mind watching the uncivilized version :)

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Great minds think alike! Shouts to Hes.

[@bynwinnin]

word!

[@emann715]

I’ll watch hes, then sethfowler, then foamer 😂

[@ba3siic732]

just copped the moss's thanks to the honest feedback. This is my first time owning a pair of react 87's, cant wait to see how they perform! Thank you brotha for the great video, keep it up.

[@jackyeadon9979]

I copped the dusty peach

[@haydentaylor4529]

Best part of the day is sitting down to watch a Foamer video. I’m really into shoes but you’re the only KZbinr who’s videos are captivating enough to keep me entertained throughout the whole video (Seth Fowler too maybe). Thanks for doing what you do. Much love from Michigan.

[@edmonlau3547]

Got one recently, the surface is thinner than I expect but the whole piece is super light. Comfortable sole is a bit like boost but not that soft. I think its more comfortable than vapormax and more durable too. Fancy good looking can match with different kind of socks. Tbh, i dun think its a kind of daddy shoes but good for outdoor and jogging. Rainny day, no problem

[@Invisibilityuk]

The upper is extremely breathable so if there’s any wind you’ll 100% feel it and if it’s raining just make sure you’re not out in it for too long

[@harveyngun]

Agree

[@luka1lsu554]

Hey buddy , that translucent textile is made by TPE yarn name is Nexskin. It is very trendy nowdays and im sure that other brank will launch new shoes with this, but not as soft feeling as nike did, cuz only one can produce that translucent textile.

[@japcarlucky]

Is it me or does the upper material resemble the same material from a window air conditioner filter ?

[@mrfoamersimpson]

🤔🤔🤔

[@carloedoardobertoli5723]

I own a pair of reacts and I must say that when it rains, or you accidentally step in a puddle, your feet will get completely wet. This is a shoe you should only buy if you live in a place where it doesn’t rain cause your feet will get incredibly wet. From the video it is really hard to tell, but actually the top of the shoe has very tiny holes all around.

[@bigimpo71]

love these kind of videos really shows how well shoes hold up over time, keep doin your thing fellas we love your videos

[@TarunKingsley]

Which of these would you recommend?( 1. Nike react element 2. Nike epic react 3. Vapormax 4. Zoom Pegasus turbo and 5. Air Max 270) keeping in mind the fact that I'm in India with roads which have a ton of dust and grime.

[@Sk2PPer]

Love these shoes‼️ The comfort is amazing‼️ Not more or less comfortable than boost just different 🤷🏾‍♂️ Boost u sink in and it absorbs impact while React feels more springy and responsive while maintaining the plush comfort. React is not only extremely comfy but the energy return just wants to keep u moving 👌🏾 Definitely would recommend going down a .5 size to avoid the deflated look at the toe box. Im a 10.5 and the size 10s (I removed the cork insoles) fit PERFECTLY

[@eyesabove3939]

Mr foamer, you have helped me so much recently! Some shoes like the iniki boost (i-5923's) and the epic react flyknit, I didn't know if they were worth the buy, and your evaluation of the shoes was brilliant! Thanks!

[@klaykuban]

Nailed the dead space in the toe area. I sold mine because i had some dead space on my right foot since my toes kind of curve or bend out. Was an immediate deal breaker. Would love a non transparent version.

[@JoeBananas3]

These are sounding like a great alternative to Boost. I ditched Nike years ago for Boost and have been afraid to go back until seeing these. I may have to try a pair out.

[@mrfoamersimpson]

I’ll warn you it’s a much different feel than Boost but if you give them a try I think you’ll dig them.

[@JoeBananas3]

MR FOAMER SIMPSON I’m a big dude 6’4” 320lbs, so I need comfort. So these seem like they may be the best alternative, given the energy return. Would you agree??

[@AsapSteph]

Do I’m at a point that I watch y’all videos before I decide to buy a shoe. Lol keep up the good job

[@jayc.838]

I’m so glad I picked these up for retail 😆

[@echln3209]

JayC • same! Black colour way though

[@jayc.838]

ECHLN nice bro check out my how to lace

[@Fureddo28]

I really enjoy taking my breakfast while watching at your videos (its morning time next day in Japan when you guys post your videos at night in Miami). I’ve been a Nike guy for a long time, then kinda switched camp and swan dove into adidas range (mostly Y-3 tho’)... Now 2018, I think Nike has flexed it’s muscle after it started to lose ground to the 3 stripes brand... I’m not a huge fan of the deconstructed vibe epitomised by the 10 collection collab between Virgil and Nike; but I do appreciate the aesthetics. I’m a huge sneakers fan with a pinch of Hypebeast. I don’t like the idea of sticking to only 1 single brand. I’m not sure I’ll cop those; maybe the Undecover collab to be released this year will touch a weak spot of the Hypebeast that sleeps in me; but for now, I’m good with my adidas alphaedge 4D and the Y-3 BYW bball in cream white.

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Adidas is solid - love what both them and Nike are doing. Shouts to you though, man. Tuning in from Japan. Salute.

[@Matt-om1ul]

I really enjoy the Element 87s. Comfort and style, it's all there. Can only hope that Nike doesn't kill the sneaker's specialty vibe through market oversaturation.

[@rootbeermcgee]

These videos are what separates you from other sneaker reviewers in my opinion and pretty much one of the only people I trust when it comes to my purchases

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Appreciate you!

[@isaiasmartinez4709]

I’m really digging the shoes, I’ve been wearing mine for about 3 weeks straight just ignoring all my other kicks!

[@tomd6053]

My biggest issue was the heel digging into my ankle/heel. It’s very thin material, not cushioned. Not a big fan of the cork. And they don’t look great if there is room like foamer said

[@OscarvSerrano]

It’s already been 2 months?

[@JuanSanchez-pt4wn]

He probably had a early pair

[@elishabautista817]

Oscar. I'm saying lol

[@protege09]

What I said..lol

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Yessir, I had them early.

[@brens9143]

Europe had a release a month earlier for these

[@RealMrGreenTeaLatte]

Buckets so mean to foamie, but foamie still be buying buckets the LA AJ1’s. Foamie da real MVP.

[@danny6417]

So glad you did this video! Just copped some for about $200. Was hoping they would be comfortable, so your video just made it worth it!

[@comm58]

Stash or Cash: without thinking resale prices, which pair would you keep and which one you sell: OW Presto Black vs React Element 87?

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Keep both?? 😅

[@comm58]

MR FOAMER SIMPSON lmao good answer 😂

[@TheCashMoney0]

Great video. I am considering getting the Desert Sand colorway of the react 87. What do you think of that colorway? Do you think it will get less dirty because it is a dark color? That is my main concern.

[@mike11h27]

Wasn’t loving them when I first saw them and after this I think I’m gonna cop a pair. You guys are killers-love this channel!

[@harambe894]

And did you Buy ohne?

[@LuigiTheGuitarMan]

Would Crep Protect be a good or bad idea with these? Not sure about how it would work with the material. Thanks!

[@TheCrazymanskater]

Yea bro love the videos! Nobody’s doing videos like this out there keep up the great job!!!!

[@TheCrazymanskater]

Other sneaker heads don’t even were their shit

[@jameslee9792]

You mention they are a magnet for dirt, however in all of your shots, they look pretty much clean as new (with exception to the bottom of the outsole looks yellowed / browned). The midsole still looks extremely white, and the upper looked totally fine. Can you show us some examples?

[@mrfoamersimpson]

They’re super dirty, man. I’ve showed them a bunch on Instagram.

[@captainmerica2498]

One of the best sneaker channel on youtube

[@OddFuture543]

Thank you for these! These are so much more important than the initial review

[@mrfoamersimpson]

🙏🙏🙏

[@samita137]

Did the react lose some of its cushioning? That's my problem with my boosts, I notice a loss after abcouolenof months.

[@pand0raNavi]

I got a pair, still really enjoying them a lot. Prob most worn sneaker of this year for me

[@mcz2958]

Can I use them as a autumn shoes, are they kind of waterproof or something? Thanks everyone for their answer xD

[@joshuashane6940]

Do you think that material will yellow over time like that plastic on the J5s does?

[@amsnutritionandfitness5288]

Still a favorite in 2020

[@arranrodgers6706]

the material on the upper looks like Ripcord which is the same martial virgil used on the Blazers and Air Jordan's, i gives eventually but its rip proof apparently so its a very durable upper

[@Divinenubian]

I swear you the best once again I bought another pair I got the 55s 3 pairs of shoes since I'm back watching this channel!

[@sapboi104]

I'm just now jumping on these.......but if you can tell me I would appreciate a response .how are these if you would compare them to the presto

[@natemcbride9037]

If i were you, I'd try them on if possible before getting. Everytime I wear them the heel area digs into the back of my heal. I've double socked, tripled socked, and put bandages on the back of my heel and they always leave me bloody

[@sapboi104]

Kk I already ordered online waiting for delivery.... And understand my Boi that's how the jordan 14 do me with the tongue and the back of the sole

[@natemcbride9037]

A1sncday1 I also went up half a size so that could be the problem too. Hope they work well for you!

[@TheSonOfSomeMan45]

I love em haven’t rocked them as much as I’d like too Got the twins taking up most of my time lol but wouldn’t have it any other way awesome video as always 👌

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Thanks my man! Appreciate you.

[@mikemaldonado6659]

Dope video again! Love the close up shots..really helps with seeing the details of the shoe! Do u think a darker color way would help with the dirt attraction? Keep up the good work boys

[@arvin6564]

From boring reviews to this interesting? I just subscribed men! Good stuff 🤗

[@mrfoamersimpson]

🙏🙏

[@eninfinite2176]

Idk what I should do, I took an L when these released but took a dub on the off white prestos. Idk if I should keep them or sell them and get the element 87’s :(

[@kieranmcbee5596]

Keep the prestos and dye em

[@Nicoda1st]

Thanks for all the information you gave us! That’s exactly what i needed to know, now i can order my pair, finally!!! Thanks for what you’re doing!!!

[@leorb8058]

How do they hold after 9 months?

[@FashionRoadman]

deffo my favourite cop of the year

[@ChrisfromDevelopment]

This segment of the channel is my favorite. Durability test baby!

[@Bronxtigeraso]

I appreciate these kind of reviews. Good shit on the editing and angles too!

[@sizzlechestmcmurphy4365]

I've got a pair of Epic React and I like them. They definitely have a more solid feel than Ultra BOOST in the midsole. Debating a pair of Pegasus Turbo. Nike just doesn't do it when it comes their design of uppers. These React Element look like something you'd have seen on The Jetsons.

[@davidklby3897]

Perfect timing! Considering copping the pair that drops now

[@nck903]

Thanks for the update, good timing with the drop tomorrow. Going to try for the dark grey

[@ginotothe]

you mentioned they get dirty but they still look pretty clean in all your clips? do you have any recent pics?

[@damienjeremyweir4543]

I would like a pair, that colourway would be nice but there is a que and those Sean Wotherspoons are somewhere at the front.

[@jakinoff7147]

In my opinion the element 87s would be perfect if it had more padding around the back

[@BombaDIY]

HAHAHAHHAH HAHAHAHHAHAHA yes I wore them with short sucks and my suck was dripping from blood because of it

[@chowilito]

Truth. Need thick socks for it not to hurt. Overall its a good shoe tho

[@chowilito]

Truth. Need thick socks for it not to hurt. Overall its a good shoe tho

[@sdjohnsonx2]

I have these (element 87) and the exp-x14s....the exp is way more comfortable. Like sex on your feet. And gets better with each wear. And I’m a big guy where cushion is something I notice first. But the elements are nice too. No hate. But exp-x14...that’s a lifestyle shoe that ppl are sleeping on and it’s cheaper. But Nike also did a bad job marketing that show

[@KyleShoeBoi]

Agree with you on that one. If they do an EXP-X14 collab though, everyone will be buying it. The older I get the less I care about style and hype. It's all about comfort and functionality now.

[@chriswizo9891]

I have plantar fasciitis and pain in my heel and back of heel, would these relieve the pain?

[@LVIII79]

Do you have any idea on how they work for running? any opinion ? Thanks

[@Jen1Jen]

hey ty for your honest review, what detergents would you recommend for those shoes?

[@rabarberellum1017]

Foamie, are they waterproof? And are they also for cold weather?

[@Antonio-rh5tj]

Rabarberellum 101 I have a personal pair and the shoe is not completely water proof but can survive in light/mild rain conditions.

[@jordankeller4771]

They going to be more available eventually ? Also flynit version ?

[@saikat8samanta]

What do u think about 1st copy sneakers?

[@AnyTimeAnyMoment]

I beat my pair up already. These Epic Reacts in this colorway is an instant classic.

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Yes x 1,000,000.

[@ainoaguy]

This is my favorite kind of video that you guys make. Super helpful.

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Glad you dig it!

[@triggap47]

thanks for the sizing suggestion

[@kylemalachowski]

When did u get these? They released in mid July. But somehow it’s been to 2 months🤷‍♂️

[@bodybuildingtrey4561]

Dope Kicks he’s foamer Simpson he gets shoes early asf

[@bulls_troy]

Can you help Australia with getting more sneaker range? Especially Adelaide. We get left with the basic colorways and generally order online which makes it hard to get sizing right as well

[@HermanoOmar]

I’m sold. Hoping to cope the brown and aluminous colourway on August 16th

[@Bryant721]

Compared to VaporMax, where'd you stack these?

[@mrfoamersimpson]

Love them both - so different though.

[@knowledge8300]

I love the shoe undsed them yesterday. My downfall was I spilled some water on the leather part and the color faded like it was cheap paint 😭😭😭😭

[@samuelalfa1280]

Help please i wear size 9.5 jordan and size 10 ultra boost what size should i pick for these?

[@kiyoshibot5013]

Hi! Is this comfier than airmax270? Tia!

[@ArcherMerksy]

should i buy these?

[@tomkadota4282]

The upper on these, as well as Zoom Fly SP (or some other translucent uppers), is a ripstop material!

[@suburbancrib]

Timing on this video is impeccable.

[@thegreatshabazz]

The Expert at Sucking. Buckets got me dying. Hahahah

[@natewatson6962]

I wanna try one of the new color ways of these, they got some crazy stuff that I like.

[@pikawesome1]

i love your "month later" series because i know you wear the fk outta your shoes haha

[@benjamincraddock8202]

1:55 "You're the expert at sucking" I died

[@bigg_frank4255]

just watched this and its almost a full year after but paused the vid around 3 minutes in and ordered a pair so...

[@SChapps]

did you not have any trouble with heel rub? Mine fit snug and I've had them tied up properly so that there's no slippage but I feel like they're on the verge on giving me blisters, and that's from wearing with nike crew socks that are quite thick as well

[@jakelane1038]

ImSJPC the same thing is happening to me as well and I don’t know why, I wear Nike elites with them

[@santicardona6082]

do an update on how the black presto holds up after that long!!!

[@dimsum800]

Not feeling the mesh upper , but I’m interested in the react tech tho

[@hraklisbakalopoulos269]

This is a nice shoe and i would love to buy it but i live in Greece and i cant find it anywhere....so i am between the air max 97..air max 95..or air max 1 premium...and i dont know which is best

[@kieranmcbee5596]

Grab the air max 1 premium. You get that retro Nike runner look without having to sacrifice comfort. I just grabbed a pair from that curry pack that dropped earlier this year and I love em.

[@gsneakerson24g-sneak62]

I really want to get one of these really bad. I wanted this one but when funds are limited, you really have to pick and choose what shoes you want to get and I had to get two of the 312 colorways so I saved up for those but I really do want to try out one of these shoes badly and put it into rotation

[@crux4137]

My question is are they easy to clean??

[@echln3209]

I've only worn my black pair once because I'm looking for the right socks to go with them. 😅

[@suburbancrib]

Do you see them producing this shoe with a more conventional/comfortable upper in the near future?

[@MatheasRS]

Tyler Sloan They are. It’s called the element 55 I believe

[@airbromez]

Definitely going to be trying to cop a pair of one of the new colorways after taking a big L on the first two

[@NagyonNagy]

just got mine on my tts and i think i should go up a half size with this. i think it wont stretch enough, so sad :(

[@ThePastrana909]

Been doing research on the shoe thank you 🙏 just copped me 2 pairs

[@FreeSkiDi]

I got the new wolfgrey, feels dope and is fucking stylisch, so in love with them. But the ultra boost will stay the noplusultra

[@benarfa579]

When I use the element 87 for 1 day, it hurts so much at the back of my heel... Impossible, i bleed! This shoes isn't comfortable at all...It hurts so much. I can't wear it so much... Too bad because visually, it looks good. But the comfort is horrible.

[@nicholassclafani888]

Thanks for making this dope video I wanted to see what the hype was around these