Under Armour Curry 3
Released 10/2016, Mid Top, Stephen Curry,
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8.6
EXPERT RATING
10 reviews
8.2
USER RATING
7 ratings
Firm cushioning, amazing traction and a lot of court feel for quick crossovers
Best Suitable For:
Perfect shoe for light and quick guards
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $139.99
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Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
light
heavy
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Under Armour Curry 3 |  Adidas D.O.N Issue #4 |  New Balance Kawhi 3 |  Nike Lebron Witness 8 |  Adidas Harden Volume 7 |  Adidas AE 1 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.6 | 7.9(0.7) | 8.2(0.4) | 7.7(0.9) | 8.7(0.1) | 8.7(0.1) | |
| User Rating | 8.2 | 8.4(0.2) | 8.4(0.2) | 8.5(0.3) | 9.0(0.8) | 9.3(1.1) | |
| Best Price | $139.99 | $59.99 $120 | $159.99 | $53.97 $110 | $159.99 | $120 | |
| Type of Cut | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | Mid Top | |
| Weight | 400g - 410g | 360g - 380g | NA | NA | 450g - 460g | NA |
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Under Armour Curry 3 Review
Pros:
Amazing traction
Nice materials
Cons:
Firm cushioning
Break-in time
Performance of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Under Armour is still relatively new to the basketball sneaker game but the Curry 3 is already seen as one of the most consistent and well-performing signature lines on the market. This shoe is optimized for Steph Curry's style of play and gives you amazing traction and court feel for quick crossovers and cuts to the hoop. As Steph is rather light and doesn't play above the rim, the cushioning is really firm and impact protection is minimal.
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Expert Reviews of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Rating: 8.6 (ranks #106 of 304)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
7
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.2
January 1, 2017
The Curry 3 is a great shoe on-court. Especially speedy guards will enjoy their time in these. If you’re a fan of the Curry 1 and 2 then you’ll likely love the 3.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
I rank the Curry 3 above the Curry 2 and the Curry 2.5 but only by a very slim margin. There are some improvements, but overall the shoe performs very similar.
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8.8
January 29, 2018
Am I happy with how the shoe performed? Yes. Would I recommend it? Yes!
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8.8
January 1, 2017
You get great traction, Charged cushioning, and great lockdown after a short break in. If you are looking for a quick response and death-grip sticky soles, look no further.
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8.8
January 1, 2017
Steph obviously values traction and light-weight support and the Curry 3 gives you exactly that. The cushion setup is highly responsive but delivers only average impact protection. To me, the Curry 3 falls just short of being a top-tier on-court performer.
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8.8
January 1, 2017
Overall, I really enjoyed the Curry 3 and hooped in them a lot. They definitely got the job done! I really expect a lot from Under Armour going forward!
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8.6
January 1, 2017
The Curry 3 is a solid and smooth shoe that performs well in every category but nothing outstanding. Slightly softer cushioning than the Curry 2/2.5 and softer materials but not an upgrade overall.
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8.2
January 1, 2017
I really enjoyed the shoe. The traction in dusty conditions was a little lackluster. Other than that, it's a really nice shoe with amazing materials, good support and decent cushioning.
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8.0
December 27, 2017
The Curry 3 is a good performer on the court. I recommend these if you like firm and responsive cushioning.
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7.8
January 1, 2017
Despite the great build quality and solid materials, the Curry 3 is a shoe that didn’t work for my play style. If you’re a fast-paced guard that loves court feel (like Steph Curry himself) you’ll probably enjoy this shoe. However, more explosive players and those who need more impact protection should probably look elsewhere.
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User Reviews of the Under Armour Curry 3:
User Rating: 8.2 (ranks #236 of 304)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
2
8 - Good
4
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
April 11, 2022
The traction is amazing! I’ve had this shoe for a very long time. And, it still seems to have perfect traction. Comfort is not so great my foot after playing basketball has had blisters from the sides of the shoe where the laces go through. The fit is slightly small for me but other than that shoe is amazing.
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Traction of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Traction Rating: 8.9 (ranks #107 of 304)
User Traction Rating: 8.6 (ranks #167 of 304)
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7
8 - Good
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7 - Average
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5 - Poor
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10.0
January 1, 2017
Herringbone is utilized once again, and like the Curry models that have come before the 3, traction is beastly.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
The traction is really solid but takes a little to break in.
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9.0
January 29, 2018
Even when the court is dusty, it still plays great with minimal wiping.
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10.0
January 1, 2017
I was able to drive and cut and never slipped.
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10.0
January 1, 2017
Under Armour has always been fantastic when it comes to traction, but it just took things to a whole other level with the Curry 3.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The traction performs just as well as the Curry 2 did.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Traction on clean floors is great. As dust accumulates just be ready to wipe.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Great traction on clean courts, but the fine grooves make it hard to wipe off dust.
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8.5
December 27, 2017
I did not slip once!
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The Curry 3 has a traction pattern that doesn’t feel great, but performs decently well.
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Cushion of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.0 (ranks #232 of 304)
User Cushion Rating: 7.9 (ranks #230 of 304)
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0
9.0
January 1, 2017
The cushion is pretty firm and impact protection is minimal. Court feel is awesome.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
The cushion is plush at first but bottoms out rather fast. Court feel is very responsive.
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8.5
January 29, 2018
Charged cushion was used and can be felt in the heel area with a firmer Micro-G foam used throughout the rest of the midsole.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
Charged Cushioning provides very little bounce or impact protection.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
This time around the responsive foam cushioning is a little more forgiving.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The cushioning is on the firmer side and gives you great court feel.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Charged is back again and even though it’s the same name, it feels slightly softer than before especially in the heel.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The Charged cushioning is nothing special. Very little impact protection and bounce but great court feel.
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7.0
December 27, 2017
The Charged cushioning is a little firmer than in other Under Armour models. I would have liked a little more impact protection.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
I was greeted with a firm ride that provided a lot of court feel.
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Materials of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.9 (ranks #45 of 304)
User Materials Rating: 7.6 (ranks #255 of 304)
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1
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9
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
2
5 - Poor
0
9.0
January 1, 2017
Other than the traction, the materials are my favorite part of the shoe.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The materials are soft, lightweight and fairly supportive too.
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8.5
January 29, 2018
There's nothing to complain about.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Under Armour has brought us Threadborne, its version of a woven upper material, and it’s nice.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Under Armour's new Threadborne material, fuse overlays and the fan-favorite Anafoam are a great mix of materials.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Materials could have been better. Too much fuse for my liking.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Threadborne is a nice, tightly wound textile upper that provides a pliable fit without being stretchy.
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10.0
January 1, 2017
The materials are the strong point of the shoe. After breaking the shoe in the upper feels really soft and conforms to your feet.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The materials department is where I think the Curry 3 really shines.
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Support of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #127 of 304)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #143 of 304)
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1
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8 - Good
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0
9.0
January 1, 2017
As long as the shoe fits you properly you shouldn’t have any issues with support.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
For some strange reason, I felt rather wobbly in this shoe as the base is rather narrow.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The Curry 3 hits you smack in the face with support features.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
If you’re a quick guard who needs a shoe that has a lot of support features but still has a lightweight feel, the Curry 3 will be exactly what you’re looking for.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Heel counter and carbon fiber mid-foot shank do a good job. Once you put your shoe on, you're locked in!
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The support of the Curry 3 worked well as I felt like my ankles were just propped up straight at all times.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Support is very good. My ankles felt safe at all times.
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9.0
December 27, 2017
No side-to-side movement and great lockdown of the heel.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
As a whole, the support and lockdown on the Curry 3 would work really well for any type of player, big or small.
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Fit of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.3 (ranks #170 of 304)
User Fit Rating: 7.9 (ranks #250 of 304)
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7 - Average
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5 - Poor
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The slight asymmetrical lacing system provides the midfoot with a wonderfully secure feel.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
It's kind of stiff and snug when you first put them on. But after breaking them in the fit really well.
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9.0
January 29, 2018
Asymmetrical lacing makes adjusting your laces pretty easily.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
Lockdown in the heel is super solid and the midfoot lacing straps you down into the shoe.
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7.0
January 1, 2017
The fit doesn’t really conform to your foot. I felt like my foot was sitting in the shoe as opposed to the shoe feeling like an extension of my foot.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Overall, the fit is great but worsens with play due to the laces loosening.
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8.0
January 1, 2017
Doesn't fit as well as the previous Curry models. Too much toe room for me.
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7.5
December 27, 2017
I didn't like the dead space in the toe box.
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9.0
January 1, 2017
The tongue is nice and plush, and the top of the shoe provides a good amount of cushion when surrounding the ankle.
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Durability of the Under Armour Curry 3:
User Durability Rating: 8.1 (ranks #215 of 304)
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
2
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
1
Outdoor of the Under Armour Curry 3:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 30.0 (ranks #175 of 304)
User Outdoor Rating: 57.1 (ranks #151 of 304)
Good (100%)
2
Fair (50%)
7
Bad (0%)
3
fair
January 1, 2017
The rubber used is pretty firm so the Curry 3 would be a viable option outdoors.
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no
January 1, 2017
The rubber is not exactly outdoor-friendly so durability on concrete will be less than stellar.
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fair
January 1, 2017
I’ve heard mixed reviews on the Curry 3’s outdoor coverage but it worked just fine for me
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fair
January 1, 2017
The rubber is hard but not very thick. Outdoor use should be okay.
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no
December 27, 2017
I don't recommend playing outdoors in these.
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Width of the Under Armour Curry 3:
very narrow
0
slightly narrow
2
regular
7
slightly wide
2
very wide
0
slightly narrow
January 1, 2017
Wide-footers, true to size should work okay, but Shrek-feet may want to roll on past.
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slightly wide
January 1, 2017
Too much toe room for my liking.
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regularly wide
December 27, 2017
The Curry 3 is regularly wide.
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regularly wide
January 1, 2017
I went with my normal size and both the length and the width felt good.
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Size of the Under Armour Curry 3:
very small
0
slightly small
2
true to size
11
slightly long
3
very long
0
true to size
January 1, 2017
The Curry 3 fit me perfectly true to size.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
The shoe runs true to size.
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true to size
January 29, 2018
I suggest you get your usual size.
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½ size large
January 1, 2017
Length-wise, if you want a super-snug fit, go down a half size and you will be great.
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½ size large
January 1, 2017
I decided to go a half-size down and I’m 100% confident that was the right decision.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
I went true to size with my normal 11.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
Go true to size.
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true to size
December 27, 2017
Definitely go true to size.
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true to size
January 1, 2017
True to size is the way to go.
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