My Penny Foams Price Hunt Journey
So yesterday my nephew hits me up asking about Penny Hardaway Foamposites prices. Kid’s getting into sneakers and heard “Foams” are hyped. Figured I’d dig into this properly since I hadn’t checked the market in ages.
Step 1: Where Do I Even Start?
- Hopped onto my usual resale apps first. Typed in “Penny Foamposite” and felt my jaw drop. Some pairs sitting at crazy numbers like $800+. Thought nah, this can’t be right for most colorways.
- Checked completed sales next. Filtered by “sold” to see what folks actually paid. Big wake-up call there – prices were all over the damn place. One dude sold used 2012 Pearls for $200 while another deadstock pair went for $550.
Step 2: Realizing Colorways Are Everything
- Learned quick that color determines cash. Common releases like the Anthracite or Gym Green? You might snag ’em for $250-$400 if you hunt.
- But OG colors or rare collabs? Whole different ballgame. Royal Blues and Eggplants still command $400-$600 easy. Saw Galaxy prints listed for THOUSANDS. Absolute madness.
Step 3: Size Matters (A Lot)
- My size 10 search showed semi-reasonable prices. Then I filtered for size 13… holy markup. Common pairs jumped $100+ just for big feet. Felt bad for tall collectors out there.
- Small sizes got tricky too. Size 7 Silver Surfer listing asked $700. Later found same shoe in size 8 sold for $350. Wild inconsistency.
Step 4: The Condition Rollercoaster
- Deadstock means different things to different sellers. Saw “new” pairs with yellowed soles or scuffed boxes still asking premium prices.
- Used pairs were total gamble. One listing showed pristine soles – zoomed in and saw Frankenstein glue jobs. Another had “light wear” photos hiding deep creases.
The Big Conclusion
After wasting hours checking forums, local groups, and every resale platform:
- Common colorways? $250-$400 range seems realistic if you’re patient
- Hype OGs? Better budget $450-$700 unless you get lucky
- Size 12+ crew? Add $100-$150 to everything
- Always assume used pairs need restoration cash factored in
Honestly? Told my nephew to start with beaters to test if he even likes the brick-like feel before dropping rent money. Market’s too volatile right now unless you absolutely must have a specific pair. Me? I’ll stick to watching from the sidelines – these prices got me feeling like I missed the damn boat.
