I do wonder about the ethics and the quality of these knockoffs. Are they using decent materials? Are workers being paid fairly? I find that spending more upfront for the real deal is better in the long run, not just for my wallet but also for peace of mind. Plus, authentic adidas are comfier than clouds!

funny to see how these knockoff brands get super creative. It's all fun and games until adidas slaps them with a lawsuit though 😂 intellectual property rights are a tricky biz, those flea market stalls can disappear overnight.

Half the price?! What a steal! 😮 I've picked up fake brands before and seriously, some of them last longer than the real deal. Just depends on how lucky you get at the flea market. Keep us updated on how those 'abibas' hold up!

as an adidas fanboy, I gotta say this hurts my soul 😭 but you do you, man. just know that adidas isn't just a name, you're paying for quality, comfort, and years of R&D. But hey, when that B falls off, you might be left with 'aidas', which is still closer to adidas, right? 😅

that second B standing strong 😂 been seeing lots of these knockoffs around. I swear, the flea market is the wild west of brands. last time I saw 'Mike' instead of Nike. I say if it looks good and feels good, who cares. But yeah, the quality can be hit or miss so just a heads up!

Why even bother with fakes? It’s like wearing a lie on your feet. You'll never catch me in those, I’d rather go barefoot than flex some 'abibas' lol.

um, no thanks. I'd rather stick to the real deal, even if it costs more. You get what you pay for man. Them 'abibas' gonna fall apart in a month watch. 😂

lol 'abibas', that's gold. but hey, if they look good and u don't care about brands, SCORE! Just rocking them at the gym without spending a fortune might be the move. anyone else got pics of some 'off-brand' winners?