Red Yeezys Guide: Foam Runner Vermillion (GW3345) & 350 V2 CMPCT
Monochromatic red Yeezys became totally the coolest kicks of Fall and Winter 2021. The Foam Runner Vermillion (GW3345) led that wave when it launched at $80 retail. Channeling the 2014 Red October look, the algae-foam slip-on reached $430 on the aftermarket ($300+ over retail). In February 2022, the 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red (GW6945, $220 to $230 retail) added crimson Primeknit.
- Foam Runner Vermillion (GW3345): Released October 29, 2021 at $80 adult retail ($60 kids, $40 infant), peaking near $430 on secondary marketplaces.
- 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red (GW6945): Released February 14, 2022 (announced at $220 and retailed at $230) with a 3D-knitted crimson sock upper.
- Red October Lineage: Echoes the February 2014 Air Yeezy 2 Red October (508214-660, $250 retail) and November 2016 350 V2 Red Stripe (BY9612, $220 retail).
- Aftermarket Spread: Vermillion pairs maintain a $210 to $430 resale range, delivering a $130 to $300+ gross spread over the $80 retail price.
Why Did the 2021 Foam Runner Vermillion Revive the Red Yeezys Craze?
Across the history of Yeezys, tonal crimson releases have generated instant demand since February 2014’s Air Yeezy 2 drop. For seven years after moving to Adidas, Kanye West restricted his palettes to sandy neutrals and olive greens. That streak ended during the October 2021 Yeezy lineup with the Foam Runner Vermillion (GW3345).
Drenched in bright chile crimson from heel to toe, the slip-on clog injects harvested algae blended with EVA foam. Collectors who study Yeezy names explained note that Vermillion references cinnabar pigment and the Vermilion Bird of fire. Styling tips in our guide on how to wear Yeezys pair the bright clog with muted cargo pants. Oval ventilation ports keep airflow moving around the foot. Textured footbed ridges prevent internal heel slippage during daily wear.
What Were the October 29, 2021 Release Specs and $430 Resale Peaks?
Adidas officially launched the red Yeezys Foam Runner Vermillion on October 29, 2021 across Confirmed and Tier 0 boutiques. Full family sizing dropped simultaneously on launch morning. Adult pairs (GW3345) carried an $80 price tag, kids sizes (GX1135) cost $60, and infant pairs (GX1136) cost $40. Because the molded EVA shell uses whole US sizes only, no half sizes were produced.
Immediately following the October 2021 drop, secondary asks for the Foam Runner Vermillion on StockX climbed to $430. Against its $80 entry price, a $430 sale created a gross price spread of over $300 ($350 before fees). Even after later colorways released, deadstock Vermillion pairs trade between $210 and $340 per pair. Inside-out brown cardboard boxes protected each pair during transit.
How Does the February 2022 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red Compare?
Buyers who preferred Boost cushioning over molded EVA foam waited four months for a second crimson option. After testing translucent mesh on the 2021 Yeezy Mono Pack, designers introduced the revamped 350 V2 CMPCT silhouette. Early 2021 leaks projected a $220 price tag for the February 14, 2022 launch of GW6945. Adidas officially billed the Valentine’s Day drop at $230 retail.
Inspired by the Basketball Knit upper, the CMPCT Slate Red swaps the side stripe for a 3D-engineered crimson weave. Cocoa-brown inlays appear across the midfoot arch and ankle collar. Elastic no-tie infinity laces and a padded forefoot pillow sit above a crimson Boost midsole. Ribbed TPU sidewalls encase the drop-in cushioning unit. Breathable ankle ribbing hugs the foot without needing a heel pull tab.
How Do All Four Crimson Releases Compare Across Retail and Resale?
Placing the 2021 Foam Runner Vermillion ($80) and 2022 350 V2 CMPCT ($220 to $230) beside earlier drops highlights how scarcity shapes value. The February 2014 Nike Air Yeezy 2 Red October (508214-660, $250 original price) remains ultra-rare. Deadstock 2014 pairs trade between $8,500 and $14,000 on collector platforms.
On the Adidas side, November 2016’s Core Black / Red 350 V2 (BY9612, $220) trades between $310 and $450 after its 2022 restock. By contrast, the 2021 Vermillion Foam Runner delivers the highest multiple among modern Adidas drops. Pairs trade at 2.6x to 5.3x their $80 original price. Collectors prize both pairs as standout crimson statements. The table below compares all four releases.
| Crimson Release & Style Code | Launch Date | Original Price | Aftermarket Range & Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foam Runner Vermillion (GW3345) | October 29, 2021 | $80 | $210 to $340 ($430 early peak) |
| 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red (GW6945) | February 14, 2022 | $230 ($220 initial est.) | $185 to $275 |
| 350 V2 Core Black / Red (BY9612) | November 23, 2016 | $220 | $310 to $450 |
| Air Yeezy 2 Red October (508214-660) | February 9, 2014 | $250 | $8,500 to $14,000+ |
What Are the eBay and StockX Payouts on a $300 to $430 Sale?
Sellers listing deadstock pairs of the Vermillion Foam Runner ($80 cost) or CMPCT Slate Red ($220 to $230 cost) can compare fees first. On eBay, authenticated sneaker sales of $150+ carry a flat 8% final value fee per eBay shoe fee rules. On StockX, Level 1 sellers pay a 9% transaction fee and 3% processing fee per StockX seller fee schedules. US sellers also pay a $5 StockX shipping deduction.
Selling a Vermillion Foam Runner at its $430 peak ask deducts $34.40 on eBay (8% fee) for a $395.60 net payout, leaving a $315.60 net spread above its $80 cost.
At a $300 midpoint sale price, eBay returns $276.00 net ($196.00 over the $80 cost). StockX returns $259.00 net at that same $300 tier. The table below compares net payouts across four resale price points.
| Edition & Gross Sale Price | Original Cost | eBay Net Payout (8% Fee at $150+) | StockX Level 1 Net (9% + 3% + $5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foam Runner Vermillion ($430 peak) | $80 | $395.60 ($34.40 fee) | $373.40 ($56.60 total fees) |
| Foam Runner Vermillion ($300 midpoint) | $80 | $276.00 ($24.00 fee) | $259.00 ($41.00 total fees) |
| 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red ($260 sale) | $220 / $230 | $239.20 ($20.80 fee) | $223.80 ($36.20 total fees) |
| 350 V2 Core Black / Red ($380 sale) | $220 | $349.60 ($30.40 fee) | $329.40 ($50.60 total fees) |
How Do Foam Runners and CMPCT Knits Fit and How Do Buyers Cop?
Sizing differs noticeably between the molded EVA clog and the 3D-knitted CMPCT runner. The Vermillion Foam Runner (GW3345) was manufactured in China in whole sizes only. Wearers with half sizes (such as 9.5 or 10.5) should round up to the next whole size (10 or 11). By contrast, the 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red fits true to size thanks to its stretchy sock collar.
- Draw & Queue Mechanics: High-demand launches use randomized draw windows similar to the Nike SNKRS Draw alongside first-come boutique queues.
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- EVA Foam Care: Keep Vermillion Foam Runners out of hot car trunks above 100°F so the algae-EVA blend does not shrink.
Washing the EVA shell with cold water and mild dish soap restores the bright crimson finish without dulling the matte texture.
Should you size up or down on the October 2021 Vermillion Foam Runner?
Whole-size wearers should go 1 full size up (and half-size wearers should round up to the next whole size, such as 10.5 to 11) because the molded toe box runs snug.
How does the 350 V2 CMPCT Slate Red differ from a standard 350 V2?
The CMPCT version replaces the traditional center seam and translucent side stripe with a 3D-knitted sock upper, elastic infinity laces, and extra forefoot padding.
