Nike Book 1
Released 2/2024, Low Top, Devin Booker,
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8.3
EXPERT RATING
11 reviews
8.9
USER RATING
6 ratings
Devin Booker's debut signature shoe features impressive traction and materials.
Best Suitable For:
The Nike Book 1 is better for lighter, shiftier players.
Price Comparison:
Available at 6 shops | Official Retail Price: $149.99
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Nike Book 1 |  Nike KD 15 |  Under Armour Curry 2 Low FloTro |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Puma MB.01 Lo |  Nike Lebron 20 | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 8.3 | 9.0(0.7) | 8.4(0.1) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.9(0.6) | 8.8(0.5) | |
| User Rating | 8.9 | 9.2(0.3) | 8.7(0.2) | 9.1(0.2) | 8.7(0.2) | 9.2(0.3) | |
| Best Price | $119.97 $150 | $112.97 $150 | $130 $150 | $225 | $79.99 $120 | $149.99 $200 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 370g - 390g | NA | NA | NA | 390g - 410g |
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Nike Book 1 Review
Pros:
Fantastic traction
Comfortable materials
Cons:
It's not the plushest cushioning
The shoe heats up quickly
Performance of the Nike Book 1:
Nike went with the tried and true herringbone traction pattern, and the performance does not disappoint.
The cushioning setup feels basic. The Cushlon has decent responsiveness, and the Zoom unit under the heel is there for impact protection.
Fans of more traditional materials will enjoy the main nubuck setup on the Nike Book 1. The setup is comfortable for performance.
The fit is short and snug. Make sure to try it on first, if possible.
All the necessary support features are there, but the shoe favours lighter players.
Devin Booker's first signature shoe with Nike gets off to a solid start because it nails the traction.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Rating: 8.3 (ranks #180 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
9
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.9
February 27, 2024
I enjoyed playing in the Nike Book 1. The performance is justified. The traction and materials are standout features.
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8.8
March 17, 2024
I recommend the Nike Book 1 for every position. I like the traction and cushioning but wish the breathability was better.
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8.4
February 18, 2024
The Nike Book 1 is a decent basketball shoe. I love the materials and traction performance. The cushioning is slightly lacking, though.
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8.4
March 22, 2024
I like the Nike Book 1. The performance is best for shooters because of the traction and cushioning setups.
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8.2
March 9, 2024
The Nike Book 1 is simple and effective. It plays fast with traction which works, and the materials are good quality. My only gripe is with the lack of forefoot cushioning tech.
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8.2
March 9, 2024
The Nike Book 1 is slightly expensive for the features you get. I enjoyed the responsive cushioning and the premium-feeling materials.
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8.2
March 9, 2024
I love the materials on the Nike Book 1. The traction is surprisingly good, and the cushioning is comfortable.
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8.2
March 17, 2024
The Nike Book 1 is an impressive shoe because of its traction and materials. The only downsides are the lateral containment in the forefoot and the lack of forefoot impact protection.
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8.0
December 28, 2023
The Nike Book 1 is incredibly light of foot. It has quick and light side-to-side movement, and the cushioning and traction are impressive for lighter players.
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8.0
April 14, 2024
I like the look, materials, and style of the Nike Book 1. In terms of performance, they're better suited for players with a perimeter focus.
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7.6
March 9, 2024
The Nike Book 1 is a well-made and aesthetic sneaker. I enjoyed the materials and support. The traction and cushioning could be better.
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User Reviews of the Nike Book 1:
User Rating: 8.9 (ranks #86 of 330)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.6
October 13, 2024
Good alternative for kobe 4s. Good cushion but it would be nice if it has little more bounce in forefoot. Moreover, fit and lockdown is great than others model I have tried. This is my go to shoes right now.
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9.4
March 3, 2024
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7.4
March 7, 2024
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Traction of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.6 (ranks #157 of 330)
User Traction Rating: 9.5 (ranks #29 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
9
8 - Good
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7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
February 27, 2024
You're not going to have any issues on clean courts. It hugs the floor on all movements. I only had to wipe on dustier courts.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
The traction is better than expected. The performance felt great.
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9.0
February 18, 2024
The traction excels. The herringbone gets the job done. I had to wipe occasionally.
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9.0
March 22, 2024
The traction performs extremely well. The outsole does pick up dust, but it doesn't hinder the performance.
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9.0
March 9, 2024
The herringbone traction is simple and proven. It performs very well.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The traction performs well on clean courts. The bite is impressive. Maintain the dust build-up by wiping.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The traction exceeded my expectations for a translucent rubber.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
You can't go wrong with the herringbone traction. It feels amazing.
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9.0
December 28, 2023
The herringbone traction has an unbelievable grip. I had zero issues, even if the rubber isn't the tackiest.
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9.0
April 14, 2024
The traction grips well on every type of court I played on.
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7.0
March 9, 2024
I'm not satisfied with the traction of the Nike Book 1. I need to wipe often. The performance is average.
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Cushion of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.0 (ranks #215 of 330)
User Cushion Rating: 8.2 (ranks #201 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.5
February 27, 2024
The Zoom unit offers tons of impact protection in the back of the shoe. The Cushlon foam is as expected.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
I love the cushioning, especially under the heel. The forefoot responsiveness feels comfortable, too.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The cushioning setup is decent. The lateral side is caged, so it doesn't feel too plush. It feels stabilized.
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8.0
March 22, 2024
The heel cushioning is very comfortable, and the forefoot is low to the ground. Avoid this shoe if you need forefoot impact protection.
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7.0
March 9, 2024
The cushion is Cushlon and a heel Zoom unit. It's nothing spectacular, but it's not uncomfortable. I enjoy the responsiveness, though.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The cushion setup is fine, but not the best. The responsiveness is decent. Impact protection is lacking, though.
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9.0
March 9, 2024
The cushioning feels comfortable. It doesn't feel chunky or stiff. I enjoyed the responsiveness and had no issues with the impact protection.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The Cushlon feels comfortable and it provides decent impact protection. I would've liked additional forefoot cushioning.
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8.0
December 28, 2023
The Cushlon and rearfoot Zoom unit are consistent with other similar setups. The shock absorption is solid, and there's a bit of bounciness.
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8.0
April 14, 2024
The Cushlon foam is softer than it looks, and it provides enough impact protection. This setup is solid for lighter guards.
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7.0
March 9, 2024
I was disappointed with the cushioning. I wish the Zoom unit were under the forefoot instead of the heel.
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Materials of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.7 (ranks #56 of 330)
User Materials Rating: 9.2 (ranks #25 of 330)
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
February 27, 2024
The materials are one of the shoe's standout features. The upper is nice to the touch, and the setup feels premium for the price. My only complaint is the outsole peeled quickly.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
I cannot believe how comfortable the shoe feels. The materials are soft around my foot, but the shoe is not breathable.
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9.0
February 18, 2024
The materials are my favourite part of the shoe. I love the nubuck materials.
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9.0
March 22, 2024
The materials are comfortable. I like how they feel right out of the box, and the padding is soft.
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9.0
March 9, 2024
Materials are where the sneaker excels. It feels nice on the court, and the quality is impressive.
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9.0
March 9, 2024
I love the material usage. The quality feels premium.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The materials are comfortable and feel premium.
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9.0
March 17, 2024
Material quality is better than expected. It feels soft, flexible, and supportive. It feels comfortable and cozy on your feet.
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8.0
December 28, 2023
The upper is surprisingly comfortable, especially with the padding and sculpted foam heel. The breathability suffers a bit, though.
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9.0
April 14, 2024
The materials need to be broken in, and breathability is non-existent. The quality is top-notch.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The synthetic leather feels soft. The upper is comfortable and contains your foot nicely.
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Support of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Support Rating: 7.9 (ranks #268 of 330)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #136 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
February 27, 2024
My heel was locked in. I had no issues with sliding on the footbed either. The base also feels stable.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The heel lockdown is not an issue. Lateral support could be better, but the stability is impressive.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The stability is reminiscent of a Curry shoe. I had no issues with the support. The transition is slightly sloppy, though.
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8.0
March 22, 2024
The shoe feels balanced and secure. I like the torsional support and lacing system as well.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
I felt contained mainly because of the snug fit.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The Book 1 has all the necessary support features, but nothing is spectacular.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
I had no problems with lateral containment. The flexibility is better than expected, too.
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8.0
March 17, 2024
The torsional support seems decent. Support and lockdown feel decent, but the lateral containment in the forefoot can be better with some additional reinforcement.
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7.0
December 28, 2023
The containment is better for smaller players than for larger players.
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7.0
April 14, 2024
The shoe lacks lateral containment when the materials warm up. The lockdown is decent with the laces, but I had issues with heel lockdown.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The lateral support feels good but not great.
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Fit of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.9 (ranks #266 of 330)
User Fit Rating: 9.0 (ranks #51 of 330)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
8
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
February 27, 2024
I had some issues with the fit. The length is too short. Once I found the right fit, I enjoyed how snug they felt.
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8.0
February 18, 2024
The fit is 1-to-1. It's snug and slightly pointy. I love it, but I can see it causing others trouble.
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8.0
March 22, 2024
The width and toe box feel snug.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
I enjoy the fit, but it is snug, tight, and compact.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The forefoot felt tight at the beginning but became better with play. I enjoyed the fit.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
My toes hit the upper when I performed a step back. It was slightly uncomfortable. The fit feels snug, but it won't be an issue for most.
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7.0
March 17, 2024
The fit feels short and narrow because of the extra padding in the shoe.
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8.0
December 28, 2023
The fit is a little wide in the midfoot and slightly short length-wise.
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7.0
April 14, 2024
The fit feels snug because of the extra padding inside.
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8.0
March 9, 2024
The shoe hugs my foot well.
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Durability of the Nike Book 1:
User Durability Rating: 9.0 (ranks #52 of 330)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Nike Book 1:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #107 of 330)
User Outdoor Rating: 80.0 (ranks #73 of 330)
Good (100%)
4
Fair (50%)
6
Bad (0%)
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fair
February 18, 2024
The herringbone grooves are thick enough for outdoors.
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fair
March 22, 2024
The outsole's durability seems solid enough for outdoor play.
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no
March 9, 2024
I would not use these shoes outdoors.
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good
March 17, 2024
The rubber is tough enough for outdoor use.
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fair
December 28, 2023
The rubber performs decently outdoors.
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fair
March 9, 2024
I think the traction is okay for outdoor use.
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Width of the Nike Book 1:
very narrow
2
slightly narrow
6
regular
5
slightly wide
2
very wide
0
slightly narrow
February 27, 2024
The taper is not suited for widefooters.
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slightly narrow
February 18, 2024
I would ignore this shoe if I had a wide foot.
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very narrow
March 22, 2024
The shoe feels very narrow.
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slightly narrow
March 9, 2024
Try going half a size up if you need more space in the toe box.
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slightly narrow
March 9, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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very narrow
March 17, 2024
The width feels extremely narrow.
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slightly wide
December 28, 2023
The shoe is slightly wide.
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regularly wide
April 14, 2024
If you don't like a snug shoe, go up half a size.
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regularly wide
March 9, 2024
My Asian pair is not narrow.
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Size of the Nike Book 1:
very small
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slightly small
4
true to size
12
slightly long
0
very long
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½ size small
February 27, 2024
I had to go up half a size because of the length.
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true to size
February 18, 2024
I went true to size.
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½ size small
March 22, 2024
I would recommend going up half a size if you have wide feet. Normal feet can go true to size.
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true to size
March 9, 2024
I went true to size.
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true to size
March 9, 2024
The shoe is true to size.
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true to size
March 9, 2024
I went true to size.
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½ size small
March 17, 2024
I went up half a size.
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true to size
December 28, 2023
Narrow, medium, and 2E feet can go true to size.
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true to size
April 14, 2024
The sizing is true to size.
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true to size
March 9, 2024
I went true to size and it worked for me.
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