New Balance TWO WXY v4 Performance Review From The Inside Out
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Real foot doctor reviews the New Balance TWO WXY v4 basketball shoe. How does the newest TWO WXY line shoe hold up vs previous models?
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:27 Uppers of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
00:41 Upper durability test of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
02:01 Breathability tests of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
02:36 Midsole teardown of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
03:57 Bounce height test of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
05:00 Outsole tread of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
05:43 Outsole durability test of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
06:10 Best surfaces for the New Balance TWO WXY v4
06:26 Speed of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
06:52 Fit of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
07:48 Performance and best players of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
Whats underneath the New Balance TWO WXY v4 basketball shoe? Check them out for yourself with this deep dive on court playtest, review, teardown and durability test. As a foot doctor I look at basketball shoes and basketball shoe technology a bit differently as I focus more on what foot types benefit from these shoes as well as the basketball shoe's functional attributes on the basketball court
Some of the main areas we cover in this basketball shoe shoe playtest, and performance review of the New Balance TWO WXY v4
- The weight, durability, fit and playability
- What are the features of the insole, midsole, and outsole
- New Balance basketball shoe technology explained
Part of the 2023 Basketball shoe review series
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Love my v3 have 3 pairs, just can’t use them outdoor. I wore my first pair bald in a month lol. The v4 looks like an improvement in the outdoor durability 😊 🎉
I've been waiting for your TW V4 review Doc! Best performance review from the i/o! Thanks!
Hey Zach, love this stuff! Been watching them all. If you could choose one - would it be the V3 or the V4? I find the V3 fits slightly wider and feels comfortable straight away.
Between Jamal Murray, Tyrese Maxey, and Dejounte Murray, they have three potential All-Stars rocking these this year. Pretty sweet. They’ve got some pretty nice colorways on the way too. I’m personally eyeing the burgundy/white/tan ones and the royal blue/green ones.
Don't forget Zach LaVine! unless he is sticking to the Fresh Foam BB's... I just saw a new hoop shoe on their site called "Hesi Low" coming out 10/16... I wonder which player is going to wear that for them
@@kuyacruzrapsI thiiiiink the Fresh Foam BB is basically Lavine’s signature shoe in everything but name. And yeah that new low top shoe is interesting. No Fresh Foam in it, but it’s affordable and looks nice.
Darius Garland is a new balance athlete now as well, he been wearing these and the old V3
@@RedBurritoDude I wonder if he’ll wear the new Hesi Lows coming out by NB this year.. they look like Point Guard type shoes
@@kuyacruzrapsHesi Lows look awesome
Firstly thank you for this, what an amazing methodology to your reviews! I have a significantly more flat foot on my left, with a pinched nerve causing tingling on left. I noticed with my last shows that fit well but I find dont breathe well my left foot ALWAYS gets blisters under the arch; to the point I am limping down the court cause i still want to play. I am curious on if you feel these are probably not the right shoes for something like this as your other review on how to pick shoes had it excelling in almost every other category but breathability. Wonder if this issue on my left foot is even tied to breathability which it may not be. Mind you my last shoes are very old tech Jordan Why Not 0.2; wondering if these will be similar breathability. Thank you again for all your reviews!
I was waiting for your review to drop so I can press the "finish order" button.
I will be swapping the insole with one of my own, since I overpronate and hopefully the lateral support will be good enough, as I can see the lateral walls are somewhat thin.
Thanks a lot for this review!
Hope they work well for you
Great job zach now just waiting on the puma all pro bball shoes that scoot henderson is rockin
Nice! What a creative way they used their 2 foam tech. I ordered these last week in the Blacktop colorway because I hadn't found a perfect fit with my 2E foot... This review has me even more hyped now! Thanks! That's a high score for the price, might be the best bang for buck based on your ratings!
Yeah pound for pound these are just unreal
Did you order the 2e or just go with D and what sizes you go with? Also how'd it fit? Thanks!
@@YouGotServed8352e and went TTS. Love the fit. I’ll be rotating between these and my SPO Game1’s for the year.. Game 1’s have better performance (only by a little) but fit is not perfect like these are!
Definitely love these. I made the mistake and got the 2e size. It’s a little too wide and I have some arch pain because of it. Any ideas on what I could do to salvage this pair?
I’ve been using their fresh foam 1080s for years, and it barely occurred to me to see if they had any bb shoe offerings lol. Can’t wait to try them out.
I used to exclusively use Adidas Boost shoes for basketball.
Which version of the 1080 is your favourite?
@@Sickbishric The latest ones are amazing. Truly an upgrade in my opinion.
Merci sir for another superb review. Looks like a superb shoe. Will consider it for me or son. Now please make sure you test again the re-released fresh foam BB please 😊
hi zach, on the newbalance website the biggest size they have for this model is an eur45, where can i get a 46? thank you so much, love from italy
Dr. Zach, which 3 or 4 current shoes do you recommend for outdoor hoops?
This cushioning is better than the zion 2?And have more durability for outdoor?
Can you re-review the Anta KT8 using your new format now? Just picked it up and I just wanna know how it holds up this year.
Thank you so much - I’ve been waiting for this review. Very helpful! Really appreciate your content!
Glad it was helpful
I tried them and returned because the arch bothered my flat foot, and it wasnt a problem in the V3. Those fit like a glove.
Plus, the transluscent traction was just average. Maybe the solid color has better grip.
Great review Dr Zach, always given us great quality content!! 💪🏿🧠💯
Cannot wait for the review of the Li-Ning Bad Five 3.0 Ultra those are bad boys !!! 🏆🏆🏆
I wear wide2e us11.5 nb 993/990 and my current basketball shoes are Nike cosmic unity 3 us 12, and I wear other nike basketball shoes in size12. I feel like the nb 90 series length are same as Nike’s 12 idk. What should I get on these in wide2e?
Ordered the purple/green version. Really like the shoe and the color but I don’t get why NB left the hole in the middle of the heel in the sole - I feel it and it causes pain after a time. Everyone else puts here a dampening system but NB cuts a part just out. Unfortunately have to sent them back…
@footdoctorzach can you review lining speed 10. Latest fred vanfleet shoe line. Thanks sir
Hi, could you do the New Balance Hezi Low also, most appreciated.
In the UK we only have standard width available. If I’m a 1E should I go up 1/2 a size or go true to size? Thanks
Is there any difference between the men's shoes and the unisex shoes besides color? The NB website shows different details between the two. For example, the men's shoe shows a molded heel counter but the unisex shoe does not say that.
Yeah, I think they need a fresh foam mid portion with fuel cell on the edges and abzorb in heel and forefoot, make the upper a little more minimalist, and offer a sturdier heel cup, with good padding to keep the heel in place
Didn't expect these to get a high score! Highest shoe rated so far along with the Wade fission 8s.
yup....they're the real deal
I don't know what these shoes feel like on an indoor court. I moved out to Saipan, and it's almost all outdoor here. I needed shoes that can ship out here, and there aren't many options. I found New Balance does ship out here, and I got their Two Wxy V3. Easily, the best outdoor shoe I've tried. Comfort, lockdown, grip, affordability. Then I got the V4. Upgrade every aspect. I already ordered a second V3. And once they move on to V5, I'm probably ordering 2 more V4s. Both versions are phenomenal. I've played in Jordans, UA, Adidas, and paid a lot of money for both great and disappointing shoes. The Two Wxys are top tier, even before considering they can be less than half of "premium" shoe prices.
Yeah mostly outdoor courts in Saipan lol
Just got two pairs. One in white/silver and all black. Both on sale. Clean and simple looks, no outrageous design. Comfortable and versatile. Outdoor use for B-ball and tennis. These are legit! Ty for the reviews.
I would appreciate if you share where did you find them? I can't find it anywhere in the world... I am desperate for a wide basketball shoes as I have wide foot to the outside, these are my last hope pretty much... THANKS
@@bissekerskij U.S. retailers, however they are medium width D and not wide 2E as you are looking for. For that, New Balance site has that.
Ive played in these shoes in three separate pick-up game sessions (2-4 hours each, full and half court outdoor). Most foot pain I've had in years. Also experiencing significant interoir ankle pain. Im hoping this is just a break-in period.
i have a 2E but here in italy they dont sell the 2E size wich size shoulf i get?
In the fit section did you mean to say: ".... a 4E I think can either just go into a 4E (not 2E) size for a1:1 fit or go up 1/2 size in a 2E for a more roomy fit" ?
Question for anyone that bought these. My foot is slightly wider then the standard width. Do these stretch out width wise after bit of court time?
Doctor Zach,
Your content is amazing! So much details in your analysis of shoes. Thank you.
My question is, for an outdoor court and shock protection, do you recommend these over the James Harden Vol 7?
Yes
Hey Zach. Just wanted to say keep up the great work. Bloody legend
I appreciate you
Im playing almost everyday outdoor, are they durable?
How would you compare these to the WoW 10s?
Always appreciate what you do doc!! My go to for all hoops shoes.. I need your take though Im deciding between these or the AE1. Would love to hear which one you prefer. Indoor hoops btw!!
I’m prob the only CZcamsr that would say the NB but I personally like them a lot more
How would you compare these vs the kd16
How do they compare to the v2 and v3, performance wise? I loved the v2 but the v3 was kinda rubbish mainly because of the lacing
Thanks for the review! How is the fit around the ball of the feet? The V1 and V2 fit right out of the box for me the V3 were too tight.
V3 was a weird fit- these are more like the 1, 2 - watch the fit section i talk about it there too
I have the fresh foam bbs in 11.5. Is the fit the
Are these a copy of any other NB shoe? I think you said the V3s were a basketball version of the 996s
Incredible shoe. I just got em
Quick to review these thanks. Always love the shoe cut up and teardown 😅
How do I figure out what width of shoe I’d need
Would you recommend these or the lebron 21s?
Hey Doc, would you recommend these for people with plantar fasciitis? Other shoes you would suggest? It would be cool to do a video for the best basketball shoes for PF/flat feet/heel pain! Thank you, sir!
Just get some Move Game Day insoles and you should be good.
Very detailed review as always.
I noticed V4 got some translucent outsole variants too, how would you rate their durability for outdoors?
You found anything???
Can you do the top 5 best budget basketball shoes? Thank you!
zach appreciate ur videos always! could you review the all star bb trilliant cx?! peace!
Going to test them out at Nike HQ tomorrow actually - make sure you're following along on instagram
I’m wondering if the softer Fresh Foam X on the posterior-lateral part of the shoe/heel area will cause one to be more susceptible to inversion ankle sprains?
I dont think with the shank and balance of them
Not a fan of the looks, but if they are outperforming the v3, I'll give them a try. Waiting for a more dynamic colorway though. Thanks for the review!
I saw in a Jamall Murray interview they had louder/more dynamic colorways like the v3.. .I guess their releasing the "team" type colors first to line up with school sports seasons
@@kuyacruzrapsthere is a light blue colorway which slaps for me fr
Great work. Do you page with the ranking with all the points over 40 of all the shoes you test?
Its linked in the description
when are you dropping the zion 3 review?
well, that was fast, doc should do a speed test on himself😂
Also doc, can you also take a look on the li-ning yushuai 17? Some reviewers say it's like a modern hyperdunk but i wanna know about your take on it to be sure.
which one is better? Two wxy v3 or v4?
I wanted to love these but they were so loose in the front, even after going down half a size. Super soft cushion! I think if the sizing fit me better they would be a W.
Would you take these over the newest hardens?
There's a colorway that has a translucent outsole. So, can i ask which is better for outdoor play? The full rubber or the half translucent? Please i need an answer doctor zach. Before I bought my very first basketball shoes in 20 years.
BTW did you find the answer??
But what's the long-term durability of NB cushioning and some of the other "newcomers" to hoop shoes? We know with like Boost, it lasts way longer than any traditional foam.
Same as other premium EVA's - they have tons of playtesting from tennis which is equally as harsh on the midsole
Hahah love the "Bad For: Podiatrists looking for patients"
Good laugh after reading that
You do an awesome job, thank you!
I appreciate you
What do you suggest when needing to size up 1/2 size from 13 when 13.5 is not an option? That was my experience with the two wxy v3. Perfect length, but really tight on the fore foot, and the shank seemed to cause pain in my arch.
Did you get standard size or wide? I’m looking to get these and I am a 13 with wide feet. I’m looking to order the wide.
I had the standard width for the v3. They ended up breaking in really nice actually. I bought a pair of the v2’s from Joe’s outlet in 14 and they are way long, even worse, I can’t return them... If I end up getting the v4 I will more than likely just buy direct from new balance and order 13 wide.
@@ooohendrithanks. I just ordered 13 wide from new balance also. Haven’t got them yet. Hopefully they fit. No reason a wide should be tight.
I cant wait to see your thoughts on the hesi low
Seems to have the same outsole of some of Nb tennis shoes
I just saw these on the site.. I’m interested to see how those perform and for what type of player
@kuyacruz7795 should be a more guard shoe
This seems to be NB verison of the hyperdunk or all postion shoe
Zac lavine gonna wear the hesi
And from wearing the v4 I can tell that it more a big body shoe that a quick nimble guard shoe like a kobe which the hesi seems to be
@@neospiderman2165ahhh interesting! Thanks for the info!! That hesi might be real nice for volleyball
Let's see if they ever make it to the UK in wide fit. They would sell like hot cakes.
Are those a good choice if I have foot orthesis? I always find shoes not deep enough when you add foot orthesis
I found them good for them
Ooh Nice shoes l like the color Black and white...Could You check And 1 attack 3.0 please. Greetings from México.
I picked these up when they dropped 2 weeks ago. Been dealing with some turf toe for over a month and needed a more maximalist shoe. Played in them 3 times and my turf toe is slowing going away. Just more cushion than the 2way 3s with all of the support. Maybe not as grippy at the 2way 3s (4s still grip far better than most) but well worth the trade off.
Are they durable?
If possible any updates on shoe
@@heksazgon I've played twice a week for 2 hr sessions and I hardly put a dent on the outsole. Pretty durable to me.
@@heksazgon Lost some of its softness in the heal after a month. Just makes the shoe slightly more responsive. After these mold to your foot, they are just great all around. Outside of the trade off of court feel for comfort compared to the 3s... I have no issues. Including no more foot/heal/turf toe pain.
@@MillzTheAthlete okay thank you so much!
Hi Zach, is it a thumb's width in the toe area for Standard TTS or does in fit real snug? Thanks!
Standard for me is thumbs width- heres some other good rules of thumb to go by: czcams.com/video/sqn8k3tVl6c/video.htmlsi=cTj4O-XnnXUQJy0r
@@FootDoctorZach Thank you, just what I was looking for!
First of all, love the Videos! Secondly, so you think there is a possibility that you review, and cut open, some Volleyball specific shoes.?
Thank you, in the future, yeah, but would have to get some help with them
@@FootDoctorZach that would be awesome. I've got at least two more seasons of searching for good volleyball shoes!
Do the Curry 11 plz and thanks!
Wish they used that razor pattern all over othe outsole. Looks deep n prolly more durable than the suction cups.
They are- but it’s a combo of tread for different surfaces
Hey doc, why wouldn’t they want the stiffer fuel cell foam on the lateral side of the heel? Wouldn’t the fresh foam lead to instability since it’s soft?
The shoe is so well balanced as it is plus the shank holds the midsole firm so i dont think so
@@FootDoctorZach I see I see, thanks for the reply!
Can you review the Puma all pro nitro? I am trying to decide between this NB and the all pro. Any recommendation?
What did you end up going with????
@@billygumdrops NB! I´m really happy with my pick. My knees were suffering with my last basketball shoes and with NB, 0 pain. Hope I helped u!
these are soooo good, i hav them and ov them so much
they remind me of the old T-Macs without a square toe. got me lookin and wonderin about the NB Hewi Lows now too...release 10/16. like some others have said I'm hoping you do a review on the Puma All pro Nitros too someday
Hesi's supposedly are in the mail
Nice! I think I already noticed the low Hesis weigh more than the new Two Wxys. Uhoh
@@FootDoctorZachI like the Hesis so far. Only at home walking around so far. I like being able to use runners loop lace too. For a low low shoe they feel heavy but not noticeable maybe more mental
Recovering from a torn plantar fascia would these be the best shoes for tennis for me or something else?
damn man plantar is nothing to play with, I think these might be good for tennis. Have you ever looked into hiking shoes? I would like to know what type of shoes you're using because i know someone with plantar too
Yeah i am going to get the shoe for pickleball. I am looking for a better colorway.
Are they sending you the hesi low or the bb foam?
🤷♂️ no idea - its random when I get stuff
How would you rate the grip of the 2WXY V4 on hardwood compared to elite traction like KD 15's or Lebron XX/XXI?
Not as sticky but gets the job done and more durable
Wow! What a banger of a shoe! I had high hopes and they seem to measure up. Would you recommend these over the Freshfoam BB?
I wasnt as big of a fan of the BB- maybe the update will change my mind tho who knows
Thanks! This might change my next purchase then😂
I finally tried the Two WXY V3 and V4s. The traction is way better on V3 with suction cup design but the cushion is way better on V4s especially heel area. Also the arch support is higher on V4s so not comfy for flat footers like myself. V3 with better cushion would have been ideal. Overall for my feet these sadly arent better than my KD14s.
KD too narrow for me
We're all waiting for a review on the Puma All-Pro NITRO and MB.03...
Mb.03 is in the mail
@@FootDoctorZachtry all-pro nitro too 😉
pleaseeeeee review the Puma All Pro Nitro
Might be my first NB bball shoe. Still can’t shake the reputation of it being a grandpa shoe and Matt Bonner wearing the brand, but we will see. Tried the Two Wxy 3 on, thought it was very overhyped given the state of the poor basketball performance shoe market rn and there was absolutely no cushioning. Maybe these are different
I didn't like the Two Wxy v3 too.. I couldn't get the right fit... i ended up getting the Why Not .06 but after weeks of playing in them I don't feel laterally stable.. I just picked v4 up because 2E is available and I still hadn't found a perfect-fitting shoe.. hopefully this it
NB has come along way since those days - even more in the tennis space than hoops
No, I get it, and I was contemplating getting a pair of their 9060s because I heard they’re comfortable, and for me an actual aesthetically pleasing model. it’s just hard for me to detach from the swoosh, as I prefer zoom cushioning over all else. I can’t personally shake the stigma of wearing a new balance, particularly to play ball. Weak era for performance basketball shoes in my opinion right now, Nike included. Also, thanks for the reply, love your reviews, you’re the best shoe reviewer bar none apart from maybe Nightwing2303. Keep up the great work. And if you ever want a commission for one of your hybrid AJ 1 + AJ 13 … let me know hah
R they to narrow?
37 de 40 eso quiere decir q salió muy bien éste modelo y yo t pregunto mi estimado doc son mejores que los de lamelo v3
Are you ranking these in top 5 or even #1 hoop shoe of 2023 so far?
You'll have to wait and see....
waiting for the kt9 review doc!
Me too... in the mail that is
Please review AG zen 3 mod
What are your recommendations for wide footers if there are no 2E versions available?
New Balance being New Balance, they don't feel like we're worth getting the 2E version out here.
I’m pretty sold on these… would be great to grab them at $100 on a sale… just need to decide what colorway
If i get another pair I'm going back to these
@@FootDoctorZach really as your daily court shoe? That must be saying something considering you review so many shoes. Might have pushed me to cop some at msrp
I will probably use these for tennis shoes.
Me too
nice reviews
I appreciate you
Can u do Apl. shoes?
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Are they good outside?
Yes
overall , is a high scoring shoe 😦
love the new tech but the color schemes are yuck right now...hopefully they liven up the colors a bit...I like the V3 and have 4 pairs and just saw these on the NB site
I kind of like the simpler patterns but maybe thats because I usually go for the wild colorways so I'm correcting now haha
These or Lebron 21s?