Many sneaker enthusiasts around the world are eager to get their hands on exclusive or affordable footwear from Taobao, China’s largest online marketplace. However, purchasing directly can be challenging due to language barriers, international payment issues, and shipping restrictions. That’s where Mulebuy, a China-based proxy shopping service, comes in handy. This guide will walk you through the steps of how to use Mulebuy to buy Adidas Gazellethis helpful spreadsheet
Before using Mulebuy, you’ll need to find the specific Adidas Gazelle colorway or model you want to buy. Taobao hosts thousands of listings, including many rare or discounted pairs. You can either search Taobao directly (using Google Translate if necessary) or refer to community-recommended sheets like this curated spreadsheet
Visit the Mulebuy website
Copy the Taobao product link of the Adidas Gazelle shoes you want to purchase. On Mulebuy’s dashboard, look for the “Paste Taobao URL” option and submit the link. The platform will generate a quote that includes the product cost, domestic shipping fees (from the Taobao seller to Mulebuy’s warehouse), and a small service fee.
Mulebuy will provide a detailed breakdown of:
After reviewing the total, proceed to payment. Mulebuy accepts various methods, including PayPal and major credit cards.
Once your payment is confirmed, Mulebuy will:
Expect delays during peak seasons (like Double 11 Sales), but generally, shipping takes 10-20 days depending on your location.
Compared to other Chinese shopping agents:
Several Taobao sellers offer deep discounts on Adidas Gazelle, especially new colorways or last season’s stock. A useful resource is the spreadsheet here, which aggregates top deals across Taobao beneath popular price tiers (~¥80 onwards).