Nike Mens Kyrie Flytrap IV Basketball Shoes

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But while you may get decent responsiveness in this shoe, the Kyrie Flytrap 4 will not give you excellent impact protection. The Flytrap 4’s Zoom Air unit actually gives off more responsiveness and energy than the Flytrap 3, but the cushioning system is still a bit stiff. But then again, affordability is the primary selling point of these type of shoes so you can’t expect much from a performance standpoint.

Obviously, a budget shoe will not have the premium touch that the main signature pair boasts. That is the case with the Flytrap 4 as it only features textile uppers that are honestly not even that pleasing to the eyes. Kyrie’s shoes have always infused aesthetics in its materials, so this was somewhat surprising. If you want a different guard shoe, the Dame 7 ( review) is worth a long look. Not only do these agile sneakers have amazing court feel, they are balanced and quite responsive. You can spin, cut, jump, and sprint with these on and never lose your footing. Something else worth noting is the shoe’s impressive comfort. Nike equipped them with a special rectangular Zoom Air that runs throughout the base. That’s not only important when it comes to spring, it also cushions your foot during sprints or hard landings. The colorways are also fantastic, thanks to Kyrie’s preference for more aesthetically-pleasing iterations of his shoe. With the success of his signature pairs, Nike then introduced Kyrie’s budget line last 2017 and called it as the “Flytrap.” Of course, the Flytrap line’s main selling point is its affordability, but that’s not to say that it doesn’t have anything that really stands out. The Flytrap’s biggest weak point is the durability. That’s not entirely surprising considering the shoe’s weight and emphasis on mobility, but I’m always bummed when a premium sneaker doesn’t have a ton of longevity. I would have liked to see a more solid construction.While durability is not their strong suit, the shoes have what it takes to hold up in the gym. They aren’t the best outside model, however. Final Verdict First and foremost, the Flytrap 4 is an explosive shoe. It doesn’t quite match up to the responsiveness you’ll see in pure guard options like the Curry 8 or Dame 7, but it still delivers a good amount of bounce when you need it. It’s especially nice when going for rebounds. The Flytrap 4 is a shoe that sits in the middle of two worlds. On one hand, you get a comfortable, lightweight model that stays out of your way due to its sleek design. On the other, you do lose some durability, traction, and impact protection when compared to other top models.

The Nike Kyrie Flytrap 4 White Purple Pulse arrives in a summit white, photon dust, purple pulse, and white color scheme. Nike Kyrie Flytrap 4 infused a herringbone structure to its traction. (Photo via Nike.com) TRACTIONStrength is definitely the Flytraps’ biggest weak point. That’s to be expected when you’re dealing with a lightweight sneaker, but it’s still a bit of a bummer. Even when only worn inside a gym, the shoes won’t last as long as many other similarly priced shoes on the current market. However, the pair’s protection for heavy impact drops is where it flops. There’s just not much stability and cushioning in the Flytrap 4, and that could be a red flag for athletes who rely on vertical athleticism. The traction becomes an issue in dusty courts, and it performs average at best when you use outdoors. On top of that, their design is quite protective. Where many lightweight shoes sacrifice protection for mobility, the 7s go the extra mile by giving you both ankle and achilles support. Just be aware that the traction, while useful, won’t hold up as long as the grip in other shoes.

No. The Flytraps come in at 11.1 ounces, making them one of the lighter premium models on the current market. With The Swoosh rolling out Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving’s fourth signature budget shoe, here is an in-depth performance review of the Nike Kyrie Flytrap 4. You also can’t reliably use them outside for extended periods of time. Not only will they scuff quite easily, but exposure to the elements will also cause the stitching to break down at an accelerated rate. I would have liked some extra power in that regard. Traction Nike recently rolled out another release for Irving’s signature budget line, so we came up with this detailed performance review of the Nike Kyrie Flytrap 4. One solution to this problem is that you have to regularly wipe the dust off the outsole when you play to achieve an average performance on the Flytrap 4’s traction. This is indeed a disappointment if you will compare it to the excellent data-driven traction pattern that the Kyrie 7 has.Nike Kyrie Flytrap 4 will require wide-footers to go up half a size. (Photo via Nike.com) SIZE and FITTING The performance is worthy of praise as well. These shoes definitely don’t skimp when it comes to energy return. They aren’t just responsive, they also provide you with plenty of characteristics that enhance agility and lateral movement. I always value such traits, especially for guards. What I Dislike