Our verdict
Borrowing hints from the Air Force 1 line, Nike returned to the retro-meets-modern theme with the elevated low-cut design of the Gamma Force. Sporting a familiar basketball-inspired silhouette, the multi-layered platform kicks offer versatility that delivers and a quality that lasts. The luxurious leather upper is gritty and easy to keep clean while the interior of this for-her sneaker is plush and stays cozy even when worn for extended periods.
Pros
- Quality leather
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- Remains comfy even for 8+ hours
- Height boost
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- Great for everyday use
- Lightweight
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Stiff at first
- Runs wide
- Zero arch support
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The Gamma Force is best for:
- Sneaker fans who are shopping for superbly comfy Nike leather sneakers.
- Those who are searching for wide basketball-inspired kicks.
- People in need of versatile every day platform shoes.
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Gamma Force runs wide
Based on the reviews, the sneakers are on the wide side. “This shoe feels just a little more roomy than usual,” noted one sneakerhead. “They do run slightly big,” agreed another tester. One sneaker fan even said that, unlike the narrow-fitting AF1 or AF1 Pixel, there is no need to size up with the Gamma Force. “Keep in mind that these shoes do run big!” they advised. Know more about Nike shoe sizes in this guide.
They are a bit stiff at first
Aside from the roomy fit, many testers noticed that the kicks are somewhat stiff. One reviewer reported that “the material itself is very stiff.” But several sneakerheads poised that the stiffness is only temporary. “They just need time to break in,” reassured another tester.
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The good news is: the kicks are ever-so-gentle to the ankles. Many testers also revealed that the kicks were so cozy even without socks. One reviewer wrote that even with no-show socks, they did not have any issues with the sneakers rubbing on their ankles.
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After breaking them in, the kicks are superbly comfy as stated by experts and casual wearers alike. Here are some testimonies to the comfort Nike Gamma Force provides:
- “Sometimes after a while, you’re tired and wishing you could kick off your shoes- well NOT these. These are a MUST-HAVE.
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- “ I wore them for a total of 9 hours straight and did not feel any discomfort at all.”
Stress-free, crease-free leather
According to the reviewers, the leather of the Gamma Force is of premium quality. “The fabric is definitely giving heavy-duty,” said one tester. They backed this claim by saying that even after several days of wearing the kicks, the leather did not crease. One tester shared that after going around town the entire day, “not once did the sneakers crease in any way.”
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Nike Gamma Force dons a platform sole that is not too obvious but adds millimeters to the height. However, one tester noted that the sneaker has a firm sole that “doesn’t have a lot of flex.” Another issue that many testers pinpointed about the Gamma Force is the lack of arch support. “This shoe lacks arch support but can easily be remedied with any insole,” they advised.
Nike Gamma Force is the perfect all-around sneaker
Many reviewers also praised how Nike Gamma Force performs as an everyday sneaker. “As an everyday shoe for work, this fits the bill!” auch one tester. One sneaker fan commented that the kicks are great all-around shoes “if you’re looking for something with a little character that differs from the average shoe.” According to another reviewer, the Gamma Force can be used for numerous types of occasions and styles as well.
Rock the streets with style
Sneaker aficionados also share how they style the kicks. Whether for casual to sporty, here are some of the ways the Gamma Force completes the OOTD:
- “The black and white looked really good with a lot of different outfits!”
- “Great to pair with normal color jeans.”
- “The style is clean, so I can wear them throughout the day with many of my business casual outfits.”
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With a silhouette and details that are inspired by the OG Air Force 1, sneaker fans could not help but compare the Gamma Force with the former. According to a tester, Gamma Force “looks like a new take on AF1.” “This is a great throwback to the AF1s of the 90s with a slightly more modern spin,” said another user. An expert even mentioned that they love that the sneakers “have kept the loved Air Force 1 silhouette and gave it a cleaner and more trendy look.”
Additionally, some reviewers also noticed that the kicks are like a “cool combination of Air Force ones and the Panda Dunks.” “It has the thick sole of an Air Force one and the upper design of the Dunks,” they reasoned out.
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- These shoes are lighter than dunks, according to a sneaker reviewer.
- One tester reported that the white leather upper “is crisp enough to keep the feet looking fresh” but also “easy to wipe down if they get dirty.”
