Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2
Released 8/2022, Low Top,
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8.5
EXPERT RATING
10 reviews
8.7
USER RATING
46 ratings
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 continues to offer plenty of cushioning and solid overall performance.
Best Suitable For:
Shifty players who enjoy lots of cushioning
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Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 10 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Nike Lebron 21 |  Air Jordan 38 Low | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.5 | 8.9(0.4) | 8.8(0.3) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.6(0.1) | |
| User Rating | 8.7 | 9.5(0.8) | 9.3(0.6) | 9.4(0.7) | 9.2(0.5) | 9.5(0.8) | |
| Best Price | $99.97 $130 | $225 | $74.97 $170 | $149 | $111.97 $200 | $113.97 $175 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 380g - 400g | 360g - 370g | 410g - 430g | NA | NA | NA |
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Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 Review
Pros:
Plush and bouncy cushioning
Drop-in midsole offers a lot of support
Cons:
Not the most durable materials
Performance of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
The second installment in the G.T. Cut lineup features solid traction, but a break-in time is needed. It also isn't as good as the original.
Cushioning for the shoe continues to offer some of the best bounce and impact protection. The drop-in midsole also features an improved liner for extra grip.
The material used on the shoe makes it feel lighter, but some reviewers mentioned missing the plastic side wall previously on the lateral side.
Players that enjoy a snug fit will enjoy the fit on the G.T. Cut 2.
There's a lack of torsional stability, but the rest of the support and lockdown features perform well.
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is a solid performer with fantastic cushioning.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Rating: 8.5 (ranks #121 of 330)
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9.0
August 31, 2022
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is a fantastic performing basketball shoe. The traction and cushioning are top-tier, and I enjoyed the materials and fit on this shoe more than the last one.
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9.0
October 2, 2022
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 offers some of the best cushioning on the market. It also has strong traction and comfortable materials. It's a solid shoe for quick, shifty guards.
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8.6
August 21, 2022
The Nike G.T Cut 2 is perfect for players who perform a lot of twists and turns while driving to the rim. The cushioning is an improvement, but the traction takes a minor step back.
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8.6
April 16, 2023
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is an outstanding performer. It's low-cut and lightweight and has perfect traction and cushioning.
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8.5
October 2, 2022
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is an excellent performance basketball shoe. It's one of my favourite shoes to play in because of the cushioning and traction.
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8.5
May 2, 2023
If the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 had a more secure tongue, it'd be a top 2 or 3 performer. The traction and cushioning are outstanding. Its fit didn't work for me, though.
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8.4
August 21, 2022
The Nike G.T. Cut 2 is a solid shoe for advanced shifty players who will benefit from the flexibility and versatility this shoe offers. It might not be the best shoe for players relying on explosiveness and stability.
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8.4
September 17, 2022
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is a solid performer in all aspects. The traction isn't top-tier, and the cushioning is high off the ground, so the shoe isn't elite. It's still a fun shoe to play in, though.
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8.3
October 2, 2022
The Nike Air Zoom G.T Cut 2 improves on some aspects but takes a step back for others. If you prefer cushioning over court feel in your shoe, this shoe is better than the previous model.
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8.2
April 16, 2023
The Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2 is a solid performer. The traction is incredibly reliable, and the cushioning is comfortable. Just beware of the fit around the tongue.
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User Reviews of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
User Rating: 8.7 (ranks #151 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
23
8 - Good
12
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
1
8.8
January 9, 2024
break in this shoe then it’s great. the cushion with the drop in react + zoom strobel is fantastic, higher off the ground than my other shoes but that can be a nice change of pace from my other shoes, no major instability from that due to the great materials and side walls of drop in. the traction, people don’t like it, but i do, it’s not top-tier and can be impacted by dust but when u need to stop it doesn’t slide out just decelerates u to move direction again, no solid bite tho. break it in!!!
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8.6
March 31, 2023
I have a love/hate relationship with this shoe. It’s best trait is availability for a fair price unlike its predecessor. The only upgrade over the original is breathability. The traction is more durable, but not better. Overall, the playability of the shoe is high. They really compliment the shooting motion, and motions from front to back feel great. Ironically, my biggest issue with these is side to side cutting motions. The height of the cushioning and lateral containment can be hard to trust.
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8.2
December 8, 2023
This shoe is great if you are looking for a shoe that features INCREDIBLE cushioning and a low top. The traction takes a while to finally soften and break in but afterwards the grip is solid. Cushion and the drop in midsole is perfect right outta the box, providing tons of bounce especially under your forefoot. The biggest issue with the shoe is due to the high cushioning setup, it feels very unstable to do lateral cuts and side to side movements, especially on defense. Great shoe for a PG or SG
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8.6
February 17, 2023
I had some problems with the fit and consequently with the support bc I usually go 1 size up bc my foot is kinda wide and I don't like a snug fit, this combined with the drop in midsole made the shoe wider than it should for me, so the support wasn't great but the fit is comfortable is just a little wider than I liked, but I still like the shoe, specially the cushion, is very high up but I don't mind court feel so I loved it, not very durable for outdoors, the arrows on the side are gone already
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9.6
October 23, 2022
User of J36's mids/lows and Zion 2. Never played in the 1's. I would say that these are very good for shifty players. As long as you're not playing on a trash court, these grip hard to provide that confidence you need in your game.
I think a lot of the reason people don't like this shoe is because it takes a long time to break in. I would recommend getting the shoe a little tight, then as the forefoot bottoms out you will get an amazing shoe.
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Traction of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.8 (ranks #128 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 8.8 (ranks #156 of 330)
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9.0
August 31, 2022
The traction grabs the floor nicely as you play. The performance was fantastic.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The traction on the shoe is solid. The tread pattern is deep and rigid, taking a lot of time to break in.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The traction doesn't grip as hard compared to the original G.T. Cut. It still performs well, though.
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10.0
April 16, 2023
The traction is multidirectional, and the performance is excellent. Dust was not an issue either.
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9.0
October 2, 2022
I love the traction on the G.T. Cut 2. I had no issues, and the traction was sticking like glue.
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9.0
May 2, 2023
The traction wrapped around the forefoot area grips the ground well. It's an improvement over the previous model.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The tread pattern is deep and ridged. It needed a lot of time to warm before it performed well, but the performance remained consistent on all surfaces.
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8.0
September 17, 2022
The traction performed well after I had some time to break them in. It was inconsistent for me at times, but the performance was solid on dust.
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9.0
October 2, 2022
The traction is one of the best features of the shoe. It works when playing on all types of courts.
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10.0
April 16, 2023
The traction was grippy and reliable in every setting.
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Cushion of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Cushion Rating: 9.3 (ranks #36 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 9.1 (ranks #69 of 330)
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10.0
August 31, 2022
A full-length Zoom Strobel and a drop-in React midsole provide a low-to-the-ground cushioning system. It's a plush and bouncy ride that I enjoyed.
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10.0
October 2, 2022
The cushioning offers some of the best bounce and impact protection on the market. The midsole is thicker, so the foam is comfortable.
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10.0
August 21, 2022
The drop-in midsole is much better on this shoe than the last one. It has a grip to make it easier to put on and a hex Zoom unit directly beneath your heel. The cushion features improved impact protection.
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10.0
April 16, 2023
Impact protection feels awesome. The responsiveness is impressive too. The cushioning is top-notch.
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9.0
October 2, 2022
The drop-in midsole is one of my favourite features of the shoe. It offers more comfort than the previous model. I didn't experience a crazy bounce, but the impact protection was there.
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9.5
May 2, 2023
Impact protection on the shoe is tremendous. The full-length React midsole with a small embedded hex heel Zoom Air unit and full-length Zoom Strobel is an outstanding combo.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The G.T. Cut 2 is similar to the last model as it also has a drop-in midsole. The shoe also has a full-length Zoom Strobel and a small Zoom Air unit in the heel. It's better for shifty players.
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9.0
September 17, 2022
The cushioning setup is crazy. The court feel is not good, but it has a lot of bounce, step-in comfort, and tons of compression.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The React insole is thicker, which makes you sit higher within the shoe. It takes away from quickness but offers impact protection.
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8.0
April 16, 2023
The drop-in midsole is firmer and thicker. It's not as low to the ground as the first shoe. It's comfortable yet stable.
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Materials of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #205 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 8.4 (ranks #153 of 330)
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7 - Average
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9.0
August 31, 2022
The material on this shoe fit my foot better than the first Zoom G.T. Cut. It's nothing premium, but I enjoyed the setup.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The materials are soft and flexible but not very durable. The shoe is incredibly lightweight, though.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The upper is screen mesh backed by an underlying fabric providing improved ventilation. There is also less plastic used on the lateral side of the shoe.
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7.0
April 16, 2023
The laces became undone often, and the breathability could be better. The simple synthetic makes the shoe light and comfortable, though.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The heel slip-in feels comfortable. The laces don't feel cheap, and the rest of the shoe is breathable. I was surprised by the material quality. It's better than expected.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The materials are breathable and lightweight, but they could be of better quality.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The materials are flexible and breathable but still stable. It isn't the most durable, though.
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8.0
September 17, 2022
I feel like the materials are a downgrade from the original G.T. Cut. It feels minimal and lightweight.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The materials are soft and breathable.
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8.0
April 16, 2023
The materials keep the shoe light. The weight distribution is improved.
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Support of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Support Rating: 7.9 (ranks #272 of 330)
User Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #212 of 330)
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8 - Good
18
7 - Average
14
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0
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1
8.0
August 31, 2022
Support is where the shoe is lacking the most. The heel counter, lacing, and drop-in midsole are solid support features. I'm not a fan of the lack of torsional stability, though.
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7.0
October 2, 2022
The stability is not the greatest because the shoe is high off the ground. I also had some heel slippage.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
I had solid lateral containment in this shoe, but I wish Nike had kept the lateral wing from the Cut 1. Heel containment and lockdown are the same as the previous model.
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7.0
April 16, 2023
You'll be safe in the GT Cut 2 if you choose the proper size. The only lateral containment features are the lacing system and the drop-in midsole. Heel containment is not locked down. I felt movement.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The heel lockdown is solid, and the lacing system works well. I had no issues with support and containment.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The support mainly comes from the fit, so the other support features will keep you locked in once you get a solid fit.
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8.0
August 21, 2022
The heel counter, upper materials, and drop-in midsole offer a lot of flexibility. This setup can be good for shifty players, but players who need more stability may not like the added flexibility.
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9.0
September 17, 2022
I had no issues with support and lockdown. The side wall of the drop-in midsole keeps you contained on the footbed during all moves.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The lacing system is effective, but I don't feel as contained because of the materials. The heel cup does its job, though.
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8.0
April 16, 2023
The lockdown is solid. I enjoyed the heel counter too. There was no heel slippage.
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Fit of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.4 (ranks #120 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 8.3 (ranks #214 of 330)
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9 - Great
23
8 - Good
17
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
2
5 - Poor
3
9.0
August 31, 2022
The fit is a bit snug, but it is a 1-to-1 fit.
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8.0
October 2, 2022
The shoe is not as narrow as the original G.T. Cut, and the lacing system lets you customize the fit to your needs.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The materials make this shoe better fitting than the previous model. It's much more accommodating to most feet.
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9.0
April 16, 2023
The shoe is easy to put on regardless of your foot shape. There's no break-in time needed.
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8.0
May 2, 2023
The fit is perfect length-wise. Everything is solid except for the lack of wrap-around material on the tongue. My ankle shifted a bit because of it.
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9.0
August 21, 2022
The fit was not as narrow and constricting as I thought when I played in this shoe.
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8.0
September 17, 2022
The fit is incredibly snug. The length was perfect, though.
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7.0
April 16, 2023
A thinner tongue causes some fit issues around the top of the ankle.
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Durability of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
User Durability Rating: 8.2 (ranks #202 of 330)
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 40.0 (ranks #158 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 61.5 (ranks #141 of 330)
Good (100%)
11
Fair (50%)
14
Bad (0%)
6
good
October 2, 2022
The rubber is hard enough to take outdoors.
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no
October 2, 2022
I wouldn't recommend this shoe for outdoor play.
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fair
August 21, 2022
The rubber is hard enough to take outdoors.
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fair
September 17, 2022
Durability should be decent.
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no
April 16, 2023
The outsole performed well outdoors. The durability is questionable, though.
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Width of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
very narrow
4
slightly narrow
11
regular
28
slightly wide
8
very wide
0
slightly narrow
August 31, 2022
I would go up half a size if you're a wide-footer.
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slightly narrow
October 2, 2022
The snug fit makes wide-footers want to consider going half a size up.
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regularly wide
August 21, 2022
Wide footers shouldn't have any problems.
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regularly wide
August 21, 2022
Go up half a size if your foot is a 2E.
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slightly narrow
September 17, 2022
If you have wide feet or don't enjoy a snug fit, go up half a size.
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Size of the Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut 2:
very small
1
slightly small
3
true to size
43
slightly long
7
very long
1
true to size
August 31, 2022
The shoe does fit true to size.
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true to size
October 2, 2022
The shoe does run true to size.
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true to size
August 21, 2022
User didn't add a summary.
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true to size
April 16, 2023
The sneaker is true to size.
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½ size large
October 2, 2022
I went a half size down.
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true to size
May 2, 2023
I went true to size.
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true to size
August 21, 2022
Go true to size if you have a narrow and medium foot.
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true to size
September 17, 2022
True to size worked for me.
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true to size
April 16, 2023
Going true to size should work.
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