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I agree about the noise depending on the movement. Also, squeak level (loud, soft) does not indicate traction (better,worse). So as long as a sneaker would squeak,Originally Posted by DeezyVSOP
I agree that it's a solid indicator for good traction for most sneakerheads, but I disagree that it's a strong indicator overall.
This is a good discussion.
I might compare it to most sneakerheads who think low tops lead to sprained ankles, or that there's a higher risk. My opinion is that most people think squeaking is a strong indicator of good traction, and I don't think it really is. I was thinking about the shoes I've played in with the absolutely most dependable traction.
XVIII lows - ridiculous traction, not the best shoe overall, but the outsole stuck like crazy. They didn't squeak that much.
BB Lows - squeaked every now and then.
SuperCreators - don't squeak that often.
I could go on and on. I think it has more to do with the type of movement and cuts that are being made. I might hear squeaks on moves where I'm not really putting my meager power into it, and I might hear them on power moves. But it doesn't have to do with the shoe as much as the movement.
it has good traction to me. Not like the louder the squeaking sound, better traction. Anyway, good stuff bro. See your point.