Whether you are part of the sneaker addict community or just interested in sneakers, you have probably wondered how to cop your sneakers?
Indeed, there are many methods to obtain a pair. However, it can sometimes be difficult to navigate when you have just discovered this wonderful world.
Thus, find all the essential information with this guide and all the tips that will allow you to get the pairs you want!
What is a raffle?
A sneaker raffle is a lottery conducted by a brand and/or a retailer that randomly selects individuals who will have the right to purchase a pair produced in limited quantities. Indeed, some models generate real enthusiasm and are in high demand. This is the case, for example, with Air Jordan silhouettes or the popular Yeezy.
The goal is therefore to give a chance to those who cannot wait in front of stores and to limit the overflow of campouts. You will understand, it is now essential to equip yourself with many sites and applications to maximize your chances.
Because now, there are many sites that offer raffles. Below you will find a non-exhaustive list of sites that is sufficient to participate in upcoming raffles.
Different retailers
Make sure to differentiate the type of raffle that will be offered for the pair of your choice. Indeed, there are many ways to cop your sneakers, so there are many different raffles.
Different types of raffles
Registrations are generally done via a form to fill out with your contact details and payment method (credit card, PayPal). The lottery then gives you the opportunity to buy your pair of sneakers.
Raffles can also be present on social networks. In this case, it is usually a raffle launched by stores. To participate, you just need to follow their instructions.
This simply involves signing up in a store like Size? or Foot Locker. You just have to wait to be selected by the shop and then go pick up your pair.
How to cop a pair in a raffle?
To maximize your chances of copping the pair of sneakers you dream of, the key advice to remember is to stay informed about upcoming releases. For this, you can simply refer to our sneaker release calendar on our website and our app available on the Apple Store and the Play Store.
Then, you need to participate in multiple raffles. The more you participate in the raffles listed on our calendar, the more chances you have to win your pair. Since raffles are an opportunity for many participants to obtain a pair, there are therefore multiple participants. This potentially means that you could win a few raffles for the same pair. Don't panic, you can certainly return or resell on different resale platforms if you have obtained a duplicate.
How does SNKRS work?
Photo Credits: Nike
The most well-known method seems to be with the SNKRS app. Launched in May 2015 by Nike, it gathers all information about the most hyped and awaited sneaker releases and allows participation in raffles.
First, you need to have the SNKRS app available for free on the App Store for Apple users or the Play Store for other users (Samsung, Xiaomi...). Log in to your account or sign up and enter all the information requested by Nike to be ready on the day of the drop.
You can participate multiple times to try to win more easily. However, you will need 1 device and 1 different account for each participation. There are several ways to cop your sneakers on the SNKRS app.
The main types of drops:
- FLOW or FCFS, more precisely First Come First Served is a system that results in the first come first served among the winners of the draw.
- LEO randomly selects winners in 2-3 minutes.
- DAN is used for the most exclusive launches. Unlike LEO, the result is announced after 15 minutes.
Other types of drops:
- SNKRS Pass is a reward reserved for Nike members on the SNKRS App. It allows you to reserve the most coveted sneakers fairly, conveniently, and securely in your size, which you can then pick up and buy in a store. Thus, it uses the geolocation of your phone to determine your proximity to the stores where reservations can be picked up. It is therefore important to activate location services as well as push notifications.
- Exclusive access invites you to discover coveted models outside of regular launches. The goal is to reward Members by allowing them priority access to the release of a pair, usually two days before its release.
- SNKRS Draw is a mode of lottery where a timer appears on the screen, counting down the time before the drop. When the countdown reaches 0, it is possible to participate in the 15 minutes that follow. At the end of the countdown, a W or L alert is sent by notification and email.
- The raffle (Got’Em) is quite similar to FCFS. Indeed, it is a lottery where the fastest participants are drawn and receive a notification if they are selected.
- The shock drop is a surprise drop that is not announced and offers an exclusive pair to those who benefit from it.
How does Nike work?
Photo Credits: Nike
If the SNKRS app is particularly used to cop sneakers, many models that are a bit less hyped are released only on Nike. For example, the Nike Dunk Low, the Air Jordan 1 Mid, or the Nike Air Force 1. To register for a raffle, you must log in to your Nike Member profile and proceed with the registration. Only one registration per person and per shoe model is allowed.
If you are not a Nike member, you can create a profile during registration. You will need to provide your credit card information, which will be used to reserve the amount of the planned purchase. Your credit card will not be charged unless you win. There are different ways to cop your sneakers on Nike.
The main types of drops:
- FLOW or FCFS which results in first come first served.
- LEO which, like on SNKRS, randomly selects winners in 2-3 minutes.
Other types of drops:
- Lottery, only open for a limited time. A countdown indicates the time you have to register. Select the desired shoe pair and choose your size. The goal of such a process? To ensure fairness among customers and randomly choose a winner.
- Just like on SNKRS, it is possible to cop during a shock drop.
How does Adidas Confirmed work?
Photo Credits: adidas
Launched for the first time in February 2015, then in France in 2021, it operates on the same principle as SNKRS. Indeed, the app offers releases as well as the dates of upcoming models with each retail price.
To be eligible for a raffle, you will need to go through the same process as its competitor, which is to download the Adidas Confirmed app available for free on the App Store for Apple users or the Play Store for other users (Samsung, Xiaomi...). You just need to create an account or log in before trying your luck! There are several ways to cop sneakers on the Adidas Confirmed app.
The main types of drops:
- FCFS with its first come first served system.
- The queue or waiting line is a concept that filters users. Indeed, you must leave the page open and not refresh it. A waiting time is displayed and varies depending on demand and product availability.
- The lottery
Other types of drops:
- Exclusive access which rewards Members in the same way as Nike, allowing them priority access to the release of a pair two days before its release.
- The golden ticket is a ticket issued during Members Week to obtain limited sneakers, notably Yeezy. To obtain it, you must participate in its raffle and keep your fingers crossed.
- The instore raffle
- The shock drop is also used by Adidas during a surprise drop that is not announced and offers an exclusive pair.
How does New Balance work?
Photo Credits: New Balance
While Nike and Adidas both have an app, the Boston firm uses its website to release its limited edition products. First, you will need to have an account. To do this, fill out the registration form or log in as a member.
There are several ways to cop your sneakers on New Balance:
- The most common is undoubtedly the waiting line. Indeed, you will need to leave the page open and not refresh it. A waiting time is displayed and varies depending on demand and product availability. When you access the product, you can then cop your pair in the size you want.
- New Balance also plans an FCFS drop that follows the same system as Nike and Adidas, that is to say, first come first served.
- The shock drop is also employed by the Boston firm. This random surprise drop system is well known.
WhenToCop?, the solution that allows you to cop your sneakers!
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In general, if you want to cop sneakers as easily as possible, you can simply refer to our site or our app. Indeed, we offer a service that centralizes all essential information, allowing you to find all the useful indications in one place.
WhenToCop? is the number 1 French app that makes your life easier and offers you a complete calendar, updated daily, referencing all upcoming sneaker releases, their release date, and the raffles planned for their release.
You can also have an autofill. This tool is used to register for raffles with one click. If you have a premium WhenToCop? account, you just need to go to our app, go to your account data, and then access the tool.
Then, you just have to fill in the information such as name, first name, address, and bank details, and you're done!
The goal? Save time when it comes to filling in your information for payment and thus register for raffles more quickly!
Finally, to stay as informed as possible, you can also find us on our social networks: Instagram or Twitter.
