KO Classic: adidas T-Mac 3 Original

With the original T-Mac and T-MAC 2, adidas established the first truly successful signature shoe line since Reebok's Question/Answer series rolled out in the mid-90s. Does the T-MAC 3 live up to the lofty standards set by its hugely successful predecessors? by Professor K, posted February 6, 2004 Well, yes and no, but first things first; hey T-Mac, I know you've been waiting all season to read this review. First off, my bad for taking so long to get it wrapped, but things happen, you know (you can ask Doc Rivers about that)? Second, now that I've finally done my part, how about you start stepping up and delivering some wins? Orlando finishing last in the Eastern Conference would be like Oliver Miller finishing last in a pie eating contest - that kind of thing just can't happen! Okay, okay, so maybe Tracy McGrady hasn't been waiting with bated breath to read this review, but I'll give it my all nonetheless, because that's what we're all about here at the Ko. figure 1. Here's a good look at the outsole of the adidas T-MAC 3. It features an interesting pattern, but I was a bit disappointed by its performance. Traction, even with a clean outsole, was only average. Also visible above is the silver TORSION structure that wraps under the midfoot. It helps keep the ...