Nike Zoom Rize Review
Facts & Figures:
List Price:
$139.99
Type:
High Top
Release Date:
9/2019
Outdoor Rating:
50%
# of Reviews:
3
8.8
very narrow
very wide
runs small
runs large
PROS:
- Super bouncy Zoom cushioning
- Very well-fitting shoe
CONS:
- Slight lateral support issues in the forefoot
Summary of 3 Expert Reviews:
The Nike Zoom Rize is a new medium-priced Team model and a takedown version of the more expensive Nike AlphaDunk. The traction works very well on clean courts, but on dusty courts, you will need to wipe from time to time. The huge 10mm Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot is super bouncy and comfortable but doesn't give you a ton of court feel. The materials start off a little stiff, but they provide a lot of lockdown and loosen up quicky. Support is great in the heel and midfoot but multiple reviewers mentioned slight issues on quick lateral cuts.
Overall, the Nike Zoom Rize is a very versatile basketball shoe that performs well in all categories.
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Expert Reviews of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.2
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
The Nike Zoom Rize is an outstanding shoe that works for all types of players.
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8.8
RicheeKim
I would highly recommend the Nike Zoom Rize. I really loved the traction and especially the cushioning - this is the best implementation of Zoom and Phylon ever!
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8.4
The Sole Brothers
I really enjoyed playing in the Nike Zoom Rize because of the good traction and amazing cushioning. This shoe will work very well for big guys, but for my style of play, the court feel could have been a little better and the shoe was a little too bulky.
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Traction of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.5
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
Very good groove spacing, and just the right amount of tread depth.
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9.0
RicheeKim
After the break-in period, the traction got really, really good, even on dustier courts.
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8.0
The Sole Brothers
Really, really good on clean courts, okay on dusty courts, but you will need to wipe.
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Cushion of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.5
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
The 10mm Zoom unit feels like a trampoline under your feet.
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9.0
RicheeKim
The giant Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot is super bouncy but you do lose a little bit of court feel.
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9.0
The Sole Brothers
The forefoot Zoom unit reminds me of the Lebron 16 - super bouncy but court feel is not great. The foam in the heel feels great and the heel-to-toe transition is good too.
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Materials of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.0
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
The Mesh and synthetic materials are strong, durable, and break-in nicely.
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9.0
RicheeKim
The materials feel a little crispy in the beginning but get softer quickly.
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8.0
The Sole Brothers
The materials started off a little stiff but loosened up quickly.
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Support of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.0
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
The wide base, supportive upper, and lacing system provide all the support you need.
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8.0
RicheeKim
No heel slippage, great lockdown, but I experienced slight movements on the footbed on super hard cuts.
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8.0
The Sole Brothers
The materials are very supportive but lateral support in the forefoot could be better.
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Fit of the Nike Zoom Rize:
9.0
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
Really easy to customize your fit by loosening up laces in specific areas.
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9.0
RicheeKim
The lacing system really hugs your feet and provides a great 1:1 fit
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9.0
The Sole Brothers
The fit is incredible for my slightly narrow feet.
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Is Outdoor Use recommended?
fair
The Sole Brothers
Deep grooves and hard rubber - outdoor use should be adequate.
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Width of the Nike Zoom Rize:
slightly narrow
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
Does fit snug initially but breaks-in quickly.
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slightly narrow
RicheeKim
A little snug in the beginning but as a slightly wide-footer, I had no issues at all after the break-in period.
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slightly narrow
The Sole Brothers
Slightly snug fit.
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Size of the Nike Zoom Rize:
true to size
NightWing2303 [weartesters.com]
True to size fit amazingly well
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true to size
RicheeKim
True to size.
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true to size
The Sole Brothers
True to size.
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