NIKE MAG Knockoffs
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Not really anything exciting. Been looking for somewhere to order in bulk but not having any luck.
andrewphung
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Thats actually pretty rad. Do it!!!!
airair
Sr Member
can i get some advice from any of you guys? taff and cavx and jedifyfe.
what would you suggest is the best way to put the grey outer fabric over an eva foam shell?
would it best to simply cut out both the inner/outside layers of grey fabric, line them up, stitch them so that they simply sit ontop over the eva foam perfectly.
or to glue one side of fabric first onto the outer piece of eva, leaving some hangover on the inside. and then stitching the inner layer to the edges of the hangover bits which are now on the innerside?
still mulling over which to do.
glueing seems like a good option, so there will be no creases, but not sure.
i might give a go this weekend if i have the courage!
what would you suggest is the best way to put the grey outer fabric over an eva foam shell?
would it best to simply cut out both the inner/outside layers of grey fabric, line them up, stitch them so that they simply sit ontop over the eva foam perfectly.
or to glue one side of fabric first onto the outer piece of eva, leaving some hangover on the inside. and then stitching the inner layer to the edges of the hangover bits which are now on the innerside?
still mulling over which to do.
glueing seems like a good option, so there will be no creases, but not sure.
i might give a go this weekend if i have the courage!
cavx
Master Member
Not if I can help it. The mesh is actually almost rigid enough to stand or hold the shape by itself except the collar. So given foam traps heat and this mesh does not, I will do as much as I can with no foam. They are comfortable as they are, but they may need some foam as padding. I will have to see.
Off topic: So I just fractured my foot two days ago and the hospital gave me this aircast walking boot. First thing I thought when I saw it is how it kind of looked MAG-ish, being I have to wear it for the next 4 weeks i'm seriously considering this mod that I mocked up.
This is really cool. Just reverse the colours so grey of the body and white for the straps and collar lining.
airair, having done a few sets and having learned a few things by trial and error, the best way I think to do the cloth is as follows:
1. Sew the 2 parts with seam for the back. The seam can actually be straight because it will form to the shape of the foam if you have the curves like my designs do. You DO NOT cut the shape out yet, rather leave the pieces well over sized. Make sure you turn the seam inside out first. You need to plan for the side seam, but make it closer than you would because you will have to stretch the fabric and this will pull it along the shoe. Make sense?
2. Lay the seam over the centre of the back of the shoe. My design has a seam in the foam for you to follow. You might even want to apply some glue to ensure the seam stays on the centre line.
3. Spray adhesive and stretch the cloth over the foam form.
3. Once the cloth is pulled tight, you can trim the cloth but leave at least 1/2" over size.
4. The liner is laid over the top and you then stitch the liner to the main body shell. Keep the stitches as close to the foam as you can. As you fold this cloth over to the inside of the foam, the seam should form concealed on the edges.
5. Pull the liner down tight and attach using spray adhesive.
NOTE: Your laces might have to be attached before the liners go on. Not sure about that.
Not perfect, but hope it points you in the right direction.
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NikWink
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opcorn
I'd be in too. I made a Pepsi Perfect bottle, but it sucked horribly.
cavx
Master Member
The idea of a single strap instead of 4 thin straps is interesting because before I cut mine on this latest project, I just had one big single and I thought it looked cool.
I also like the wider ankle strap.
airair
Sr Member
a quick question for those guys on here with the 2011 official mags, like Luke and dondula and i forgot some other names.
what do the actual grey uppers feel like? what do you think they used inside the uppers under the grey fabric?
reason i ask, is that im wondering if they are spongy or more stiff?
ive seen a couple of pics of people wearing the 2011 mags and it seems the upper section seems very soft and the shape is easily distorted.
i always assumed they used something very stiff for the ankle area for the uppers, but now not sure.
also, roughly how thick does the grey upper feel?
thanks
what do the actual grey uppers feel like? what do you think they used inside the uppers under the grey fabric?
reason i ask, is that im wondering if they are spongy or more stiff?
ive seen a couple of pics of people wearing the 2011 mags and it seems the upper section seems very soft and the shape is easily distorted.
i always assumed they used something very stiff for the ankle area for the uppers, but now not sure.
also, roughly how thick does the grey upper feel?
thanks
Brad answered this a few days/dozens of pages ago. He said it feels just like EVA foam based on his time handling them at the launch event.
-Nick
Yeah the uppers are pretty soft but yet firm if that makes sense. When I've worn them it actually almost feels like i'm wearing a ski boot, because the uppers a little stiff but still soft and movable. Also @NickFox what thread was it in where I posted all those upclose photos of my mag's because I think one of them kind of showed the thickness of those parts.
That is a very good question. I'll look through my previous posts, and if I can't find the pictures, I'd be happy to post up them here again, with your permission of course, for reference.
-Nick
MRBATHINGAPE
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Kicksfort.com says shoes will be available in 10 days.
MRBATHINGAPE
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And they're only $99...
EIDesignStudio
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NVM found them..
