Nike Dunk Low
Sizing & fit guide
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Why the Nike Dunk Low fits this way
Across the most-upvoted Reddit threads about Dunk Low sizing, the consensus on the regular Nike Dunk Low (non-SB) is true-to-size for medium-width feet. The shoe has slightly more length than other Nike basketball silhouettes like the Air Jordan 1, so some wearers feel it fits a touch long but not enough to drop a half size.
The sizing conversation is dominated by the regular-vs-SB distinction. The SB Dunk Low uses a different last with thicker tongue and heel padding, which tightens the in-shoe volume and pushes most wearers up half a size. Several commenters who go true-to-size in regular Dunks specifically size up ½ when buying SBs.
A secondary nuance: limited-release Dunk Lows (collaborations, special-edition colorways) sometimes use different lasts than the standard release. One commenter described owning multiple Dunk Lows in the same labeled size that fit very differently. For collab pairs, check release-specific reviews if available.
Common scenarios
I wear US 9.5 in Nike running shoes. What size Dunk Low?
US 9.5 — the regular Dunk Low is true to size against your normal Nike size.
Is the SB Dunk Low the same fit as the regular Dunk Low?
No — SB Dunks run about ½ size smaller because of extra tongue and heel padding. Most wearers go up ½ from their regular Dunk size when buying SBs.
How does the Dunk Low fit compared to the Air Jordan 1?
Similar overall length, but the Dunk Low feels slightly roomier in length. The AJ1 is narrower through the midfoot.
How it compares to other models
- Nike SB Dunk Low High confidence
SB Dunk Low runs ½ size smaller than regular Dunk Low — size up ½ for SB
- Air Jordan 1 High Medium confidence
Similar length; Dunk Low slightly roomier in length, AJ1 narrower through midfoot