Customer Reviews

adidas Men's Superstar 2G Basketball Shoe

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I bought this shoe knowing the reputation of its close cousin, the Superstar II. So I went around and tried out both models, and though I knew that the originals looked a lot better, the Superstar 2G is altogether a more comfortable shoe. So there's the distinction! Superstar II for the look, 2G for practicality.

The rubber shell toe is definitely an interesting feature, since I've never worn anything like it before. The problem is it scuffs easily, think pencil eraser that doesn't slough off. The great thing is though that the shell on the 2G is streamlined; get out a toothbrush/toothpaste and it's clean. You'll have to do this every two weeks or so though to keep it looking decent. OTOH the Superstar II's shell has a deeper crosshatch pattern, so I'm not sure if it would be as easy to clean.

The silver stripes on the side are actually silvered threads that are woven perpendicular to the overall axis of the stripes. Occasionally things can get stuck, and on my particular pair the stripes CREASE when I walk! Probably not very noticeable but anyway you might want to know.

Weightwise this shoe is tremendously LIGHT. Also, since the tongue is hard and thick, you could easily walk around with the laces untied and tucked. It might feel tight at first up top but just keep the laces loose until the shoe gives.

Overall I've never been as happy about any pair for a long time! I love these shoes. If you have to pick a more fashionable shoe though, you might want to take a harder look at the classics.

Bought several pairs of this shoes and I have always been very satisfied. They are comfortable,durable, and well-priced.

These shoes are great in that they are not only very comfortable and light but stylish too. They fit true to size.

I really like using this shoe for tennis. The rubber tip is just great if you're used to break with it during long base shots.

I had the originals back in grammar school in 1969 & always loved them.

I have gained weight in the ensuing years & needed a very supportive shoe, so I looked into these again.

This is a great shoe with lots of support for very overweight people, & highly recommended for them.

Just what I wanted, these shoes give me a nice comfort and reliability - I buy a pair every 3 years and I don't plan on changing them. Always stylish, always perfect for my feet.

I run a lot and play basketball, so I use and abuse them until they fall apart. So like I said, it takes over three years for that to happen. Even then, they are wearable if you dont care about the worn out color and dirty smudges. But I never managed to get them rip or anything like that.

Adidas forever!

Very happy w/the product, shipped right away, fits true to size.

So I got them out, I said, "Wow, these are light-weight!" I liked them, I really did. Well, I took them for a walk. It was sunny winter day, birds heading south, cool winds whirling around my head, a great scene for a brisk walk down to the local university and back. A take a few steps and think, 'these are quite comfy.' I smile, another great purchase. I look down. I blink. I look down again to my amazement. The white leather uppers have started to change colors! A darker red at the seams and a lighter pink on the surface of the leather. I continue my walk. A pink storm begins to overwhelm my white beauties! Now, I'm not worried about it, you know, I can handle pink, but deep down inside, I really wanted them to be white. I finish my walk, my macho-ness slightly tainted, re-enter my home, take of my pink three-striped wonders, and set them down to think. They changed back! They are white again. Twas the sun that made them pink. The end.

Anyway, has this happened to anyone else??? Just wondering. Nice shoes, just kind of a strange surprise. Color-changing leather..what will they come up with next..

I have worn the Adidas Supertar 2G shoe for working-out and walking (never for playing Basketball) for over 20 years. When this pair wears out, I'll be hard pressed to find a suitable replacement. Excellent form, fit and function. Too bad it has been discontinued!

I was 16 when I (or more accurately my mom) purchased my first pair of Superstar 2g's. I immediately fell in love with the comfort and durability of this shoe. I'm an avid tennis player and have been using these shoes when I play for the past 10 years. I have no complaints about them. The thick outsole and "seashell toe" or whatever it's called are perfect on court wear.
I typically go through one pair a year. The tread on the sole seems to be the first thing that wears down. Other than that, the rest of the shoe, even after lots of miles, still holds up well.
For the price, I submit that one cannot find a basketball or tennis shoe of better quality.