Our verdict

The Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 is an investment that will give a lot of returns. We believe that this is the case where a high price tag is absolutely justified. For us, this shoe is an instant top pick in the durability and stability departments. And for sure, it is among the best options for outdoor use that we've seen in a while. If Nike fixes its firm midsole and trims down the weight for the next iteration, we are ready to claim it as THAT SHOE.

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  • Perfect for outdoor courts
  • Outstandingly durable
  • One of the most stable shoes
  • Wide platform
  • Very secure lockdown
  • Reliable traction on all courts
  • Breathable enough
  • Sustainable materials

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  • Firm sole with poor impact protection
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  • Break-in needed

Audience verdict

78
Good!
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Who should buy

Having tested the limits and capacities of the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018, we consider it an excellent option for the following:

  • small forwards who need tons of support and stability
  • athletes who mostly play on outdoor courts
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Who should NOT buy

Having tested the previous version of the Cosmic Unity, we believe that the v3 is a bit of a letdown when it comes to cushioning and weight. If you want a softer and more responsive Zoom Air cushioning, go with the v2. We also found that it is a whopping 2.3 oz (65g) lighter!

Another great alternative, in our opinion, is the gunmetal nike dunks size 12. It is 1.7 oz (48g) lighter, has plusher and bouncier cushioning, and is just as great for outdoor courts.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 lab test

Breathability

When we first saw all those layers of mesh and knit embracing the upper of the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018, we instantly thought "Uh-oh, here comes a toaster." And yet, our smoke machine test proved that this Nike shoe found a way to ventilate the interiors.

Based on the amount of smoke passing through the upper, we assessed its breathability with a womens of 3 out of 5.

It is clear from the transparency test below which parts of the upper are responsible for the airflow.

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 3
Average 2.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

The wear resistance of this Nike shoe is INSANE!

In addition to its mesmerizing looks, the embroidered upper of the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 is also impressively strong. It survived our 12-second Dremel test with very minor damage and deserved the highest womens of 5/5. No wonder it is advertised for outdoor use!

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Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Toebox durability comparison

Of course, we couldn't help but explore the shoe's upper under our microscope in an attempt to reveal its secret durability formula.

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We can see how multiple layers of woven fabric create several layers of defense on the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018. This shoe is ready for some serious wear and tear.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 microscope 2

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 5
Average 3.8
Compared to 27 basketball shoes
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1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

Back in the heel, the collar padding also showed excellent results in our Dremel test. Pressing the tool against the material for 4 seconds, we saw smaller damage compared to basketball shoes on average.

In this part of the upper, we rated the Cosmic Unity as 3 out of 5.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Heel padding durability result

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 3
Average 3.5
Compared to 24 basketball shoes
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1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

The shoe's unmatched durability includes the outsole as well.

Measuring the hardness of its rubber with a durometer, we found it to be 86.5 HC. This is harder than 81% of our lab-tested basketball shoes. And in our experience, it takes much longer to wear through hard rubbers.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Outsole hardness

This fact in combination with our playtests allows us to wholeheartedly recommend the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 for outdoor use.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 outsole

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 86.5 HC
Average 81.8 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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59.5 HC
Outsole hardness
91.0 HC

Outsole thickness

We also use a caliper to check how thick the outsole is. At 3.5 mm, it is not among the thickest we've seen.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Outsole thickness

But we wouldn't be so concerned about that because the nature of the treads on the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 looks very reassuring. Wide and deep, these lugs are not easy to wear off.

Based on all of our findings in the durability department, we can claim this Nike shoe to be one of the best for outdoor use.

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 3.5 mm
Average 4.0 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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0.0 mm
Outsole thickness
6.9 mm

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Apparently, being a durable shoe has its price.

The Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 gained some serious weight compared to its predecessor. It now tips the mades at 15.7 oz (444g) whereas the average of our lab-tested hoop shoes is 13.7 oz (387g).

It feels very substantial underfoot but it seems to be the trade-off for the unmatched wear resistance and overall support.

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 15.66 oz (444g)
Average 14.18 oz (402g)
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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11.29 oz (320g)
Weight
17.46 oz (495g)

Cushioning

Heel stack

The shoe's cushioning comprises a drop-in midsole that sits on top of an embedded midsole. We measured the combined stack height of these two.

In the heel, our caliper shows 27.9 mm of stack, which is slightly thinner than average but still in the medium range.

Less cushioning typically translates to a better ground feel and we can confirm that the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 feels more grounded.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 27.9 mm
Average 30.1 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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25.2 mm
Heel stack
38.4 mm

nike womens black white chevron tops dress | Forefoot stack

In the forefoot, we measured the stack height at 20.7 mm. It is also considered average for a basketball shoe. It is neither too thin to hurt the ball of the foot not extra cushioned.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Forefoot stack
Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 20.7 mm
Average 21.7 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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18.2 mm
Forefoot stack
25.2 mm

Drop

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This slight elevation of the heel above the toes is right at the average of hoop shoes. We believe that it will suit most players.

Bigger guys and gals, on the other hand, may benefit from a higher drop as it gives more impact protection in the heel. Some shoes like that include the Adidas Dame 8 (10.4 mm).

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Drop
Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 7.2 mm
Average 8.4 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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4.4 mm
Drop
14.8 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

To us, this part of the shoe has become the biggest disappointment.

The cushioning of the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 is a far-far cry from the brand's claim of "cloud-like cushioning." We repeated the durometer measurement several times to make sure we are not biased and yet every time the tool confirmed our experience - this shoe is firm. At 33.3 HA, the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 is about 20% firmer than average. 

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Midsole softness

Because of that, the shoe feels dense (and even thin) and definitely lacks impact protection for our moderate body weight. Unfortunately, it is a downgrade from the second iteration which was 32% softer and felt amply cushioned despite the lower stack height.

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 33.3 HA
Average 26.2 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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11.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
35.9 HA

Insole thickness

Because the shoe comes with a drop-in midsole, there is no insole in the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 per se.

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We are not exactly sure why Nike went with this midsole design. But at least it gives us an opportunity to replace its underwhelming cushioning with something more fun and protective. Not to mention that it gives way to using custom orthotics.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 0.0 mm
Average 4.4 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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0.0 mm
Insole thickness
8.6 mm

Stability

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Luckily, the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 comes back strong when it comes to support and stability. This shoe made us feel contained like no other!

The first salute goes out to supportive materials on the upper. All those sturdy woven layers of Flymesh and Flyknit blend together to lock the foot in place. We experienced zero in-shoe movement.

Just look how little stretch (if any) there is in the upper!

Torsional rigidity

Our next shoutout goes to the plastic shank embedded into the midsole. It extends up on both sides, firmly bracing the arch. We haven't seen expanded shanks like that in quite some time.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Shank

This design is responsible for the shoe's increased torsional rigidity. Twisting it is not that easy! On a made from 1 to 5, where 5 is the stiffest, we rated it as 4.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 4
Average 4.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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1
Torsional rigidity
5

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The shoe's heel cup was another pleasant surprise. First of all, it is notably stiffer than most basketball shoes. Giving it a good squeeze, we rated its stiffness as 4 out of 5.

Secondly, the shoe's rear foot is designed in such a way that our heels ended up sitting quite deeply in it. Heel slippage is simply non-existent here.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 4
Average 3.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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1
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5

Midsole width in the forefoot

Finally, we cannot leave the shoe's wide base without attention.

Measuring the widest part of the forefoot with a caliper, we found it to be 115.3 mm. This is a little gold than average.

Having a wide landing area, we felt extra confident making sharp direction changes.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 115.3 mm
Average 113.9 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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106.2 mm
Midsole width in the forefoot
122.2 mm

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The nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 also features a wide heel area. We measured its widest part at 91 mm. A solid average for a hoop shoe.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 91.0 mm
Average 91.6 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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82.4 mm
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105.1 mm

Flexibility

Stiffness

Being such a sturdy shoe, the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 loses a bit on the flexibility front.

It doesn't bend very easily on the foot and as our lab test shows, it's not very bendy per se. It took 44N of force to get the shoe to a 90-degree angle, according to our gauge reading. This makes the shoe 5% stiffer than the average. Not critical but noticeable.

We anticipate that the shoe will get more flexible with use but the break-in period is going to take a while.

We felt less maneuverable in the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 but in return, we got smoother heel-to-toe transitions and enhanced stability.

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 44.0N
Average 40.8N
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Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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29.9N
Stiffness
67.2N

Grip / Traction

The grip is fabulous on the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018. We mostly tested the shoe on a rubberized outdoor court and felt very surefooted. But we can readily recommend it for hardwood and concrete surfaces too.

We had to wipe the dust off much less frequently compared to other basketball shoes.

Size and fit

Toebox width at the widest part

We measured the widest part of the shoe's toebox at 105.4 mm. This is a few millimeters gold than average and is a pretty good sign for wide footers.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Toebox width at the widest part
Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 105.4 mm
Average 100.9 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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92.6 mm
Toebox width at the widest part
108.2 mm

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Towards the toes, the toebox goes from being above-average width to simply average. We measured the width at the big toe at 76.7 mm.

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In our opinion, the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 will accommodate most foot shapes perfectly. Except perhaps the really wide feet. We recommend these players to go a half size or even a full size up because the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 is not available in wide.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 fit

Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 76.7 mm
Average 76.8 mm
Compared to 30 basketball shoes
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71.2 mm
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85.1 mm

Tongue: gusset type

Surprisingly for its higher-end price point, the nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 doesn't have a gusseted tongue.

However, this was never an issue for us as the tongue stayed in place and wrapped around our insteps comfortably.

The tongue is pretty wide and is made of a neoprene-ish material, which apparently makes up a success formula for this Nike shoe.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 None

Comfort

Tongue padding

The shoe's tongue is much thinner than average. At 4.9 mm, it is nearly twice thinner. And yet, it feels fairly well-padded.

We think that more padding in the tongue would be unnecessary as the shoe's upper offers plenty of support and in-shoe comfort as is.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Tongue padding
Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 4.9 mm
Average 9.2 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
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1.3 mm
Tongue padding
14.9 mm

Heel tab

Because the edge of the shoe's collar is made of a pliable Flyknit material, having a finger loop to assist with putting it on is pretty handy.

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Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Finger loop

Removable insole

Remember that taking the insole out of the Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 equates to removing the shoe's cushioning entirely. So you would need to find a thick replacement of at least 12 mm in the heel.

Nike nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Removable insole
Test results
nike air max 1 premium gs black rims 2018 Yes

Misc

Sustainable materials

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