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Under Armour · 2021
Curry Flow 9
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5.0
By dimension
Cushioning feel
4.5
Court feel
4.0
Bounce
3.5
Stability
1.5
Traction
3.5
Fit
4.5
Analysis
Performance profile
Performance scores
Cushioning Feel
90 / 100 · Excellent
Court Feel
88 / 100 · Excellent
Bounce
75 / 100 · Very Good
Stability
74 / 100 · Good
Traction
88 / 100 · Excellent
Fit
95 / 100 · Elite
Cushioning Feel
90Excellent
Court Feel
88Excellent
Bounce
75Very Good
Stability
74Good
Traction
88Excellent
Fit
95Elite
Is it for you?
If you like feather-light, nimble low-to-ground feel that makes you quicker, and can live with rubberless Flow only bites on clean indoor floors and wears fast outdoors, then this shoe is for you.
feather-light, nimble low-to-ground feel that makes you quicker
rubberless Flow only bites on clean indoor floors and wears fast outdoors
Forefoot midsole tech
UA Flow foam (rubberless midsole-as-outsole)
Heel midsole tech
UA Flow foam (rubberless midsole-as-outsole)
Outsole tech
UA Flow foam with modified traction pattern (no rubber)
Upper tech
UA Warp upper with cable lacing
Cushioning feel
plush and energetic
Court feel
very good
Bounce
good
Stability
good
Traction
very good
Fit
snug, locked-in
Pro reviews
Paraphrased highlights from sneaker reviewers — not verbatim quotes.
Bilibili1 / 3
SNEAKERTALK
Curry Flow 9 is an exceptional budget basketball shoe offering outstanding value at $100, with excellent traction and outdoor versatility ideal for guards and players preferring lighter shoes, though basic cushioning and support systems limit performance compared to premium models
Excellent traction with radial pattern covering all directions, durable rubber that handles dusty courts well and is easy to clean
Exceptional value at $100, delivers 80-85% of Curry 11 performance, superior outsole durability for extended use, great for outdoor and dusty court conditions
Basic cushioning setup with minimal bounce in MicroG foam, insole tends to stick after wear, questionable long-term durability of materials, minimal overall support and stability features
Mediocre heel fit requiring tight lacing for security, inadequate inner midfoot coverage, traction good but not comparable to premium Flow line
Curry Flow 9 is a well-balanced carbon-plated racing shoe with solid stability and responsive feel, though durability and peak rebound performance need refinement; currently reasonably priced under 1000 CNY
Strong ankle lockdown and mid-foot support design provides stable landings and ground control on track, creating a smooth running experience
Responsive and quick rebound with short cushioning stroke, particularly suitable for easy runs and marathon pacing with smooth acceleration
Poor durability with no rubber outsole - visible peeling appeared after 11km on track and noticeable wear after 20km of road running
Insufficient forefoot lockdown, causing toe slippage during road running especially on frequent inclines/declines; difficult for average runners to maximize cushioning potential
Curry Flow 9 is an innovatively designed basketball shoe, but Flow technology's practicality and market compatibility have significant shortcomings, suitable only for players in well-maintained indoor courts
Flow midsole design is highly innovative, eliminating the traditional outsole by carving patterns on the midsole material, resulting in lighter weight with comparable or better performance
Upgraded shoe upper with dual-layer material combining plant-based fabric and TPU yarn offers better fit, no discomfort during forefoot bending, and excellent heel stability with appealing design
Flow technology's traction heavily depends on court cleanliness; on poorly maintained indoor courts or outdoor courts it causes severe slipping, making basketball play nearly impossible
Flow technology launched three years ago with unresolved issues, extremely limited user compatibility requiring backup shoes, expensive pricing, and poor market fit for China's playing environment
Curry Flow 9 is an exceptional budget basketball shoe offering outstanding value at $100, with excellent traction and outdoor versatility ideal for guards and players preferring lighter shoes, though basic cushioning and support systems limit performance compared to premium models
Excellent traction with radial pattern covering all directions, durable rubber that handles dusty courts well and is easy to clean
Exceptional value at $100, delivers 80-85% of Curry 11 performance, superior outsole durability for extended use, great for outdoor and dusty court conditions
Basic cushioning setup with minimal bounce in MicroG foam, insole tends to stick after wear, questionable long-term durability of materials, minimal overall support and stability features
Mediocre heel fit requiring tight lacing for security, inadequate inner midfoot coverage, traction good but not comparable to premium Flow line
Curry Flow 9 is a well-balanced carbon-plated racing shoe with solid stability and responsive feel, though durability and peak rebound performance need refinement; currently reasonably priced under 1000 CNY
Strong ankle lockdown and mid-foot support design provides stable landings and ground control on track, creating a smooth running experience
Responsive and quick rebound with short cushioning stroke, particularly suitable for easy runs and marathon pacing with smooth acceleration
Poor durability with no rubber outsole - visible peeling appeared after 11km on track and noticeable wear after 20km of road running
Insufficient forefoot lockdown, causing toe slippage during road running especially on frequent inclines/declines; difficult for average runners to maximize cushioning potential
Curry Flow 9 is an innovatively designed basketball shoe, but Flow technology's practicality and market compatibility have significant shortcomings, suitable only for players in well-maintained indoor courts
Flow midsole design is highly innovative, eliminating the traditional outsole by carving patterns on the midsole material, resulting in lighter weight with comparable or better performance
Upgraded shoe upper with dual-layer material combining plant-based fabric and TPU yarn offers better fit, no discomfort during forefoot bending, and excellent heel stability with appealing design
Flow technology's traction heavily depends on court cleanliness; on poorly maintained indoor courts or outdoor courts it causes severe slipping, making basketball play nearly impossible
Flow technology launched three years ago with unresolved issues, extremely limited user compatibility requiring backup shoes, expensive pricing, and poor market fit for China's playing environment
Under Armour launched the Curry Flow 9 on November 19, 2021 at a 160 dollar retail price. The headline tech was UA Flow, a midsole foam compound that replaced traditional rubber on the outsole entirely, with the foam itself acting as the contact surface. WearTesters, HoopsGeek, KICKZ, and Under Armour's official channels documented the construction in detail, with the Curry Flow 9 building on the Curry Flow 8's introduction of the tech. The UA Warp upper used a cable lacing system reviewers described as feeling like seatbelts across the foot, and the modified Flow traction pattern delivered surprisingly strong court grip without rubber. Stephen Curry wore the shoe through the Warriors' 2022 championship run, and the Flow construction became a defining identifier of his line going forward.
