Our verdict
If you have $200 to spare, the Adidas Crazy BYW X is totally worth it. This shoe turns HEADS with its futuristic design and colorway. For daily activities and errands, the Crazy BYW X keeps your feet comfortable all day long. It can definitely keep the legs and knees from stress and fatigue.
Pros
- Superb grip and control
- Great impact protection
- Design has big personality
- Feels low-to-the-ground
- Great support and containment
- Smooth heel-to-toe transition
Cons
- Quick dust pickupp
- Too expensive
- Nike Air Yeezy 2 "Red October"
- Pull tab causes chaffing
Who should buy the Adidas Crazy BYW X
The Crazy BYW X is an Adidas Originals model that crosses over to performance basketball. The Crazy BYW X features a dual traction pattern, and a combination of translucent and solid rubber outsole, which never fails to deliver the court grip wearers need. You'd want this pair because:
- You're looking for a pair that has a powerful lacing system that would give support to your explosive games.
- You're into big personality shoes and design.
Adidas' midsole technology for Crazy BYW X
The responsiveness of the Adidas Crazy BYW X comes from the Boost cushioning in its midsole. The forefoot area has a thinner Boost for a better court feel.
The Boost at the heel is thicker for impact protection and comfort. This shoe model is also the first to have a black Boost at the heel. For a fluid heel-to-toe transition, the midfoot has a torsion plate.
Stable outsole setup of Crazy BYW X
The outsole of the Crazy BYW X features herringbone traction at the forefoot and a heat-mapped pattern at the heel. The rubber compound is part solid and part translucent.
This setup is approved by a lot of reviewers as it provides better control for multidirectional footwork. The midfoot has a torsional plate and outriggers that provide stability.
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Aside from its one-to-one fit, the Adidas Crazy BYW X has a lacing system that is anchored on strong nylon cables that are attached to the midsole. When the laces are tightened, the cables grasp the foot better, further enhancing the shoe’s fit.
The compression collar helps hold the foot down and secure it for side-to-side movements. The medial side of the shoe has a TPU piece which provides additional support.
Durable construction of Adidas Crazy BYW X
The upper of the Adidas Crazy BYW X is made of soft and form-fitting deconstructed knit and mesh. This setup helps wick away moisture and provides a comfortable and flexible ride.
The side panels have nubuck and suede overlays that give the shoe durability. The “adidas” callout is sandwiched between the Trefoil and Equipment Range logos at the top of the tongue.
Adidas Crazy BYW X's exquisite style
The Adidas Crazy Boost You Wear X is a low-top basketball shoe with a futuristic design and classic Boost cushioning. This shoe model is reported to be the revival of the Feet You Wear series made famous by Kobe Bryant in 1997 when he was still with Adidas. The top of the tongue and the ankle collar has dainty pull tabs that provide ease in putting on and removal.
On the Adidas website, a number of wearers posted photos of how they wore the shoe. They pair it with short pants, blue jeans, black pants, and camouflage long pants. There is even one who wore the Crazy BYW X with tattered jeans.
