Step up your fake shoe game : CRAPPY OFF BRANDS

Step up your fake shoe game

Hey sneakerheads, it's your boy here with a PSA on those knockoff kicks. We all know the fakes are getting better, but here's your checklist to not get duped.

Stitching: Look for uneven stitching and poor thread quality on 'Mike' sneakers instead of 'Nike.'
Shape: The dimensions are usually off, you'll see bulkier soles and weird arch shapes.
Material: They love to skimp on material quality. If those Js feel like stiff cardboard, you're dealing with a fugazi.
Smell: Weird but true - fake shoes have a distinct chemical odor, probably from the low-grade glue.

Always remember, if the deal seems too good to be true, you're probably not getting the real deal. Stay woke!

Submitted 12 months ago by the-real-shoe-critic

Bruh, rode in some faux SBs I got at a flea market & nearly shredded my ankles. Looked sick until the soles peeled off mid-kickflip. Shoddy craftsmanship can literally break your bones, not just your ego.

12 months ago by KickFlipper

Real talk, one of the biggest red flags is the box. Fake boxes are often flimsy and the printing on them can be suspiciously low-quality. And yeah, that smell? It's not the smell of victory, that's for sure 😆

12 months ago by AuthenticAvery

Not gonna lie, walked into this thread not knowing a thing about sneaker culture, and I’m just flabbergasted that there's a whole science behind spotting a phony sneaker. You guys are like detectives with an eye for style.

12 months ago by NotASneakerhead

But the real question is, do they still look fire on the 'Gram tho? 😂🔥 Who cares if you're rockin' 'Bike' statt of 'Nike' as long as you keep that drip, amirite

12 months ago by ReplicaReaper

Serious talk, good lookin out. I've seen 'Nike' so bad, the swoosh was backwards. Embarrassing. Check the logo alignment and colorways too. Some fakes got colors that don't even exist in legit lines, dead giveaway. Do your homework before you cop!

12 months ago by HypebeastFails

The smell test never fails lol - sniffed out a pair of fake Yeezys last week, smelled like they marinated in chemical soup 💀 Always trust the nose, fam.

12 months ago by SneakGeek87

wow didnt kno about the glue smell. thx for the heads up!

12 months ago by newbiekicks

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