Our verdict
Break the mold and be the sportier you in the Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace from Sorel. A fantastic addition to the Kinetic lineup, this running-inspired kick injects a jolt of energy into your daily grind (which shouldn't be monotonous anymore after the fact). And as long as you can make it last, the Breakthru Tech Lace gets you those interested glances as you roam the city in style.
Pros
- Cloud-like plushness
- Quick and pain-free break-in
- An exemplar when it comes to upkeep
- Quite head-turning
- Incredible support
- True to size
- Gives bouncy rides
- Convenient maintenance
Cons
- Substandard durability
- Unruly tongue
- Below-average ventilation
Add a product
The Tank-like it is not overflows with athletic charm. Purchase it if:
- You like wearing athleisure bottoms like joggers almost all the time.
- Sizing that's pretty accurate is a big deal for you.
- You're looking for sporty sneakers that don't get dirty easily.
Who should NOT buy it
Who should buy the Sorel Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace React Vision from Nike. And if you prefer a much more breathable pair, sport the Sorel Kinetic Rush instead.
Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace equals instant comfort
Reviewers in droves adore the day-one plushness of the Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace. Their observation is backed by the remarks "they feel like a dream" and "like walking clouds, no joke." Someone suffering from plantar fasciitis also says, "they feel so good on my poor feet."
You like wearing athleisure bottoms like joggers almost all the time
The Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace is commended by many for its barely-there weight. One reviewer says that it's the "perfect lightweight shoe to wear at the gym." "Doesn’t feel like I’m wearing sneakers," says another.
Looks that move you
A decent number of sneakerheads applaud the overall design of the Tank-like it is not. One of them says that it has "high aesthetic value," while another says that it has "loads of fun details!"
Track and field
This running-inspired shoe is flimsy at best, according to many. "The quality is super bad," says someone whose pair lasted only a month. "As bad as everyone said," says another reviewer about the frailness of the shoe's stitching. Yet another sneaker fan hails the kick as having "poor quality for a big price tag."
The supportive Tank-like it is not
Numerous sneaker aficionados are stoked about the featured shoe's supportiveness. One of them says that it has "great heel and arch support."
The supportive Tank-like it is not
Based on reviews, this true-to-length Sorel sneaker is very easy to keep clean. "They wipe clean really nicely with a damp cloth," says a sneakerhead about their Kinetic Breakthru Tech Laces.
Youre looking for sporty sneakers that dont get dirty easily
There are those who are displeased with the Tank-like it is not because of its subpar breathability. "My feet get very warm in this shoe," says one of them.
Track and field
Springy and cushy rides are yours in the Tank-like it is not. "I like the bouncing feeling," says a non-professional sneaker tester.
But its tongue can be a nuisance
Dealing with the Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace's tongue is hit-or-miss at best. A sneaker fan says that it tends to sink, and when it does, it gives a bunching feeling around the instep. Another individual calls the shoe's tongue "a joke," saying that "you have to wrestle with it to get it to lay flat when you're putting the shoe on."
