Toe To Toe: Bape Socksta vs. Nike Sneakerboat

What do you get when you face the Bape Socksta and the Nike Sneakerboat toe to toe? Well, an epic battle for performance supremacy of course!

Aug 27, 2009

words_Nick DePaula(originally published September 14, 2008)
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Round 1: Comfort & Fit

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Round 2: DrainageRound 3: Durability

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Round 4: TractionVerdict:

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Improvements?


  • None.

Colorway tested Key Tech: Use: Pros: Cons: Verdict: Contact:Nike Inc.

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Improvements?


  • Increase padding along insole for comfort

  • Replace nubuck heel tab that causes awkward fit and some discomfort

  • Um...pricing is ridiculous. But, that's just Bape.

Colorway tested Key Tech: Use: Pros: Cons: Verdict: Contact:A Bathing ApeAllegro

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