The Proxy Pro‘s Guide to Copping Supreme in 2024

So, you caught the Supreme bug huh? Join the club. From OG skaters to hype-obsessed zoomers, everyone wants a piece of that iconic red box logo. The problem is, Supreme keeps that box logo scarce. Like really scarce.

Here‘s the deal: Every Thursday at 11am EST, Supreme drops a super limited batch of gear online. And when I say limited, I mean stupid limited. We‘re talking sub-1000 stock levels for the most hyped pieces. Throw in the fact that Supreme‘s online shop gets botted to high hell, and manual copping starts looking like a sad joke.

Bot developers are in a never-ending arms race with Supreme‘s anti-bot tech team. One week a bot will eat, the next it catches nothing but Ls and "high traffic" errors. But there‘s one thing that stays constant for successful botters: high-quality proxies.

Think of your bot as a well-oiled copping machine. Proxies are like the fuel injectors that let it run at peak performance. A good proxy masks your IP address and allows your bot to make more purchase attempts without getting throttled or banned.

To really push the racing analogy, copying Supreme is like showing up to the Formula 1 finals in a golf cart. Without the right setup, you‘ll get smoked off the line every time. So today we‘re gonna walk through the pit and I‘ll show you how the pros get their bots track-ready.

Anatomy of a Proxy: The Technical Bits

Before we get into my top picks, let‘s break down some key terms:

• Residential proxies: These are IP addresses tied to real, physical devices (usually phones or computers). They‘re the gold standard for sneaker botting because they‘re hard to detect and block. Most res proxy providers have millions of IPs spread across different countries and ISPs.

• ISP proxies: These are data center proxies hosted by Internet Service Providers. They‘re not quite as stealthy as residential proxies but still a big step up from regular DCs. The main benefit is they usually allow unlimited bandwidth.

• Rotating proxies: These proxies automatically switch out your IP address after a set interval or number of requests. Rotation helps you avoid rate limits and bans. Most res proxy providers use a mix of rotating and sticky IPs.

• Sticky IPs: These proxies keep you on the same IP address for an extended period (usually 10-30 minutes). Having a consistent IP is important for getting past certain anti-bot measures and checkouts.

• Proxy protocols: The two main protocols are HTTP and SOCKS5. HTTP proxies only work on webpages while SOCKS5 can handle any kind of traffic. For Supreme, you‘ll want proxies that support both.

Got all that? Good. Let‘s move on to the fun part.

The Top 7 Proxies for Botting Supreme in 2024

I‘ve been in the shoe bot game a long time. And not to flex but my Supreme collection proves I‘m not just talking out my ass. I‘ve bought, rented, begged and borrowed more proxies than I can count.

For 2024, I put the most popular providers through the wringer. I‘m talking hundreds of drop day tests looking at everything from success rates to customer support. Here are the proxies that came out on top:

1. Bright Data

Coming in hot at number one is the undisputed king of residential proxies, Bright Data.

Bright Data has a massive pool of over 72 million residential IPs spanning every country and city you could want. For Supreme specifically, their pool of 700,000 ethically-sourced ISP proxies is the killer feature. These US, UK and Japan located ISPs are absolute monsters for Supremes EU and US stores.

With Bright Data you can target hyper-specific locations down to the city and even the carrir, Or keep it international for Supremes Japanese store. Switching between country-specific IP pools is seamless in their intuitive dashboard.

Other things I love about Bright Data:

• Unlimited customizable sticky sessions up to 30 mins
• Easy IP rotation settings (per request or time based)
• Intelligent retries system for failed requests
• Extensive developer docs for all the popular sneaker bots
• Responsive 24/7/365 support even during drops

Admittedly, Bright Data sits at the pricier end at around $15/GB for ISP and $30/GB for residential. But for the number of Ws these proxies deliver, I happily fork over my cash.

2. IPROYAL

For budget-minded folks who still need reliable proxies, IPRoyal is a solid choice.

Their residential proxy network spans over 100,000 ethically-sourced IPs. You won‘t get the same granular location controls as Bright Data but the country targeting is more than enough for most Supreme tasks.

IPRoyal also offers cheap dedicated sneaker proxies located in Ashburn VA – home of Supreme‘s main US server. These US ISP proxies can give your success rate a nice little boost.

Some of my favorite IPRoyal features:

• Flexible pricing from $3/GB with pay-as-you-go options
• Simple proxy setup with instant activation
• Supports IP whitelisting for extra security
• Surprisingly responsive support for a budget provider

IPRoyal is a good entry-level option for novice botters and deal hunters. The main downside is you may need to supplement with other providers for high-heat drops due to the smaller proxy pool.

3. Proxy Seller

Despite the generic name, Proxy Seller is a true sleeper pick for copping Supremes.

What I love about Proxy Seller:

• Dedicated Supreme and Shopify proxies in key locations
• Surprisingly fast speeds (1 to 2 second response time)
• Flexible month-to-month plans for seasonal botters
• Easy copy/paste IP format for most bots

I‘ve hit on some stupid limited items with Proxy Seller that I had no business copping. Their proxies just seem to slip right through Supreme‘s anti-bot defenses.

Pricing starts at $100 for a solid 20GB of data ($5/GB). You can often find discount codes to get bonus data or free upgrades to unlimited bandwidth. I always keep a clip of Proxy Sellers finest in my bot for a little extra "oomph".

4. SOAX

SOAX is an established provider that manages to keep pace with the bleeding edge of botting tech.

Their premium pool of ethically-sourced residential IPs consistently delivers for Supreme. The ISP add-on is great for bulking up your proxy list on the cheap. Best of all, SOAX supports unlimited threads per proxy which translates to higher conversion rates for your bot.

Things to love about SOAX:

• Uber-precise location settings by country, city or ASN
• Over 40 US IP subnets to mimic real user behavior
• IP and username/password auth options
• Stylish dashboard and API for bulk tasks

Some of my smoothest Shopify checkouts have come through SOAX. The added randomization features help keep you looking like a real user.

Pricing starts at $100 for 5GB which gets you 300 ports and unlimited threads per proxy. If you plan to do bulk tasks, the $10/GB overage charge can escalate fast. But for most intermediate to serious botters, SOAX is a worthwhile splurge.

5. Smartproxy

I couldn‘t write a proxy guide without mentioning Smartproxy. They‘re an all-around solid choice with some nice quality of life features.

Smartproxy offers a good mix of rotating and sticky IPs from their pool of 40 million residential proxies. I like that you can use the country-level targeting for bulk Supreme tasks then drill down to specific cities as needed.

Additional nice-to-haves:

• Easy copy/paste IP setup (no user:pass formats)
• Simple browser extension for quick region changes
• Helpful bot integration guides for noobs
• Generous 3-day "no questions asked" refund period

Prices start at $75 for 5GB making them one of the more affordable options. The Chrome extension is handy for quick IP switching mid-drop. Customer support is also top-notch which can be a lifesaver when shit hits the fan on drop day. For hassle-free copping, Smartproxy is a smart choice indeed.

6. Proxy Cheap

Another strong budget contender, Proxy-Cheap proves you don‘t need to drop a mortgage payment for quality proxies.

Under the hood you‘ll find a clean X million rotating proxies across all the major continents. What I love about Proxy Cheap is they‘re always expanding and optimizing their network. The proxies you rent today will likely be even better a month from now.

Cool features:

• Unlimited bandwidth plans available
• 48 hour guaranteed replacements for non-connecting IPs
• Useful location-based pricing calculator
• Discounts for crypto payments

With starter kits at $25 for 5 random IPs, Proxy Cheap is an easy way to dip your toes into the botting waters. If you‘re trying to cop in bulk I suggest splurging for one of their high speed plans to avoid timeouts. No matter your budget, Proxy Cheap has options to get you in the game.

7. Hydraproxy

Last but not least is HydraProxy – the "set it and forget it" option for hands-off botters.

Hydra offers simple backconnect gateway access to their pool of over 2 million residential IPs. While not as extensive as some top-shelf providers, all the key Supreme locations are well-represented.

With Hydra you‘ll appreciate:

• Unique IP options (your IPs won‘t be shared with other clients)
• Simple username/password or IP authentication
• Unlimited bandwidth with 1, 3 or 6 month plans
• Helpful setup guides for major bots and tools

My favorite feature is the "Unique IP" option which guarantees your resis won‘t overlap with other clients. Combined with IP whitelisting, you get a nice little security boost against proxy bans.

Hydra‘s backconnect gateway does require a bit of extra setup vs regular proxies. But the trade-off is a more stable connection and easier IP management. Plan to spend some time in the Discord ironing out your settings for optimal performance.

How to Integrate Proxies with Your Supreme Bot

By now you‘re probably itching to load up your bot and get cooking. But before you run off half-cocked, let‘s talk about proper proxy integration.

Most Supreme bots have specific formats they expect for importing proxy lists. The three most common are IP authentication, user/pass login, and API keys. Check your bot‘s documentation or ask in the Discord to confirm which method(s) it supports.

IP authentication formatted proxies look something like this:

123.456.1.78:8080
987.654.2.10:3647
543.765.9.01:5492

Just a plain old IP address and port number separated by a colon. If your group buy or provider gave you a list of IPs in this format, you can usually just copy/paste them right into your bot.

Proxies with username and password might look like this:

exampleuser-sessionID-12345:[email protected]:4673
supremelover6969:[email protected]:7483

The username, password, IP and port are all smushed together in one long string. Again, these can usually go straight into your bot.

Finally, some providers use API keys or tokens instead of a password:

user-d83nfru4e:[email protected]:8765

The jumble of letters and numbers after the username is your unique API token. Guard it like your Social Security Number.

Once your proxy list is in the right format, navigate to the proxy section of your bot. Upload or copy/paste your list and hit save. From here, you can usually specify settings like tasks per proxy, proxy allocation method (round-robin is common), and location preferences.

I always like to do a few test runs before the big day to make sure my proxies are running smoothly. Click a few random Supreme product pages and watch your bot work. If you get mostly 200 response codes and minimal timeouts, you‘re ready to rock.

Proxy Pro-tips & Concluding Thoughts

We covered a ton of ground but here a few final tips to help you snag that box logo come drop day:

1. Always have a backup ISP: Residential proxies are great but they can get pricey for bulk tasks. Having a good ISP list in your back pocket can save your ass (and your wallet) in a pinch.

2. Know your bot‘s proxy settings: Familiarize yourself with all the tweaks and dials in your bot‘s proxy section. Things like "sticky IP" and "max failures" can make a big difference in your success rate.

3. Don‘t be afraid to mix and match: I always keep 3 to 5 different proxy providers in my toolkit. Redundancy is key in case one network gets the ban hammer mid-cook.

4. Respect the Supreme Gods: I know it‘s tempting to go HAM every week but even the most robust bots and proxies have their limits. Space out your tasks, switch up your settings, and don‘t run more instances than you need. A little restraint goes a long way.

With the right tools and a little bit of finesse, you‘ll be unboxing those glorious red bags in no time. I hope this guide gives you a solid foundation for proxy success in 2024 and beyond. Now get out there and cook up some Ws!