OVERALL RATING

The Nike Cosmic Unity’s idea is just exceptional. The use of recycled materials is expected to appear in numerous pairs in the near future. Nike will most likely ride this momentum and come up with more iterations similar to the Nike Cosmic Unity. On top of that, the aesthetics of the pair are straight up fire.

The Nike Cosmic Unity might be a bit lackluster when it comes to the upper materials’ performance due to its lack of comfortable features and airflow. But as I’ve said, Nike poured down the strengths to the other aspects of the pair and they did not disappoint. The thick and stiff uppers and the weight of the pair are somehow justifiable due to the bombarded cushion system.

The Nike Cosmic Unity’s potential is off-the-charts. The traction and cushion, two of the most important aspects of the performance, are almost hardcourt-ready. There might just be some needed improvements, but Nike will surely figure them out.

The Nike Cosmic Unity nets an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5.

The uppers of the pair might be a bit so-so performance-wise, but the style, traction, cushion, and overall performance are all top-of-the-class,

WHERE TO BUY

The Nike Cosmic Unity is already up for grabs at selected Nike stores for US$150.

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