Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Core Black Red (2016/2022)
Adidas • Yeezy Boost 350 V2 • Core Black/Red
Confidence Level
95% — Significant discrepancies in the 'SPLY-350' text orientation and font, coupled with incorrect midsole opacity.
Overall Assessment
This sneaker is a replica. The most glaring issue is the 'SPLY-350' text, which is mirrored incorrectly on the lateral side when it should read correctly from heel-to-toe on this specific side; additionally, the font is inconsistent with authentic pairs. The overall silhouette and material quality of the Primeknit also lack the definition and refined shape of original Adidas production.
Style Code
BY9612
Release Year
Original 2016 / Restock 2022
Retail Price
$220 USD
Market Value
$400-$600 USD (Depending on condition)
Materials Analysis
The Primeknit appears overly fuzzy with loose fibers visible near the collar and tongue, which is unusual for authentic tight-knit V2s. The red stripe color saturation is slightly off, appearing more pinkish-red than the deep 'Core Red' used by Adidas.
Stitching Analysis
The center stitching visible near the toe box appears flat and lacks the distinct 'X-square' pattern synonymous with authentic 350 V2s. The stitching on the collar edge is uneven and showing early signs of fraying.
Sole Analysis
The midsole is far too opaque; on authentic pairs, the translucent TPU should allow a faint glimpse of the white Boost foam inside when exposed to light. The ridges on the outsole also appear slightly more rounded and less defined than retail versions.
Logo & Branding Analysis
The 'SPLY-350' branding is the primary fail point. The letters are improperly spaced and the 'Y' is misshapen. Most importantly, the text is mirrored on the side where it should be legible, a common mistake in low-to-mid tier replicas.
Tag & Label Analysis
Not visible in image to provide a definitive internal tag analysis.
Box Analysis
Box not visible in image.
Construction Quality
Average for a replica, but poor compared to authentic standards. There is visible fraying at the tongue peak and the heel curve lacks the 'bump' or pronounced Achilles support shape standard for this silhouette.
Shape & Silhouette
The 'tongue' of the shoe is too short and lacks the structural stiffness to stand upright as an authentic pair would. The heel height is also disproportionate to the mid-foot section.
Color Accuracy
The black base knit lacks the multi-tonal depth of authentic Core Black, appearing as a singular flat shade. The red stripe is missing the correct 'speckle' graduation at the toe.
Red Flags
Mirrored/inverted 'SPLY-350' text on the lateral side, incorrect font thickness, opaque midsole, and poor tongue height/structure.
Positive Indicators
The lacing style (left over right) is correct, and the overall color blocking follows the general layout of the BY9612 colorway.
Key Details
This colorway, nicknamed the 'Red Stripe', is one of the original 'Black Friday' pack releases and is highly faked. Authentic versions are known for very specific text placement that replicas rarely master perfectly.
Care Recommendations
As this is a replica, focus on basic aesthetics. Clean with a soft brush and mild detergent. Avoid machine washing as the adhesive quality on replicas is often inferior and may lead to sole separation.