It started with a pair of sneakers I couldn’t afford on StockX. I’m Marcus, a graphic designer from Portland with a thing for Japanese streetwear and a student budget that just doesn’t stretch to resale prices. I’ve always been curious about the pandabuy spreadsheet, but skeptical too. How could a spreadsheet lead to authentic pieces at a fraction of the cost? Well, after diving in headfirst, I’m here to share the real story. The Hidden World of Chinese Goods Here’s the thing: most of what we buy from major brands is made in China anyway. So when I discovered the pandabuy spreadsheet, it felt like finding a backdoor to the…