The Drop
The adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 "Black Red" (CP9652) dropped as one of the earlier V2 colorways, cementing the silhouette's streetwear dominance with its aggressive red SPLY-350 stripe on black Primeknit. Designed by Kanye West, this bred-inspired blocking made it an instant grail for heads chasing that monochrome-mit-Pop aesthetic. It set the blueprint for every hype V2 that followed.
Resell Verdict
Fair market sits around €275 ($295), though asks swing wildly from €130 to €470 depending on condition and seller desperation. The hype has cooled from peak Yeezy mania, but 326 weekly orders prove consistent demand—this colorway holds value better than most later V2s. Stable flip potential for DS pairs; worn pairs move slower unless priced competitively. Not a moonshot, but a reliable earner.
Fake Tells
- ▸Boost sole texture: Reps often show too-defined pellets or glossy finish instead of matte, irregular foam
- ▸SPLY-350 text: Fakes commonly botch kerning and stripe placement—authentic red text sits crisp with even spacing
- ▸Heel tab height: Reps frequently position the pull tab too high or at wrong angle relative to the stripe
Who It's For
Core Yeezy collectors filling colorway gaps and resellers banking on evergreen demand from casual buyers who missed the original drop. Perfect for the "one statement sneaker" rotation—dressy genug for dinner, loud enough for the 'Gram.
Sizing & Fit
Runs snug; most wearers go half-size up for comfort, especially if you've got breite Füße.
