First impression? It's a classic for a reason. This "air jordan 1 retro high og" in the 'University Blue' colorway just "nails" that iconic look. The leather feels decent right out of the box, not super premium but it's solid. The shape and the high-top silhouette? "Chef's kiss". It’s instantly recognizable. If you're new to the "Jordan" series, starting here with a classic OG colorway is never a bad move, even at around "$180 USD". Alright, a quick on-foot of the classic "'Chicago' Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG". Honestly? The red and white just "never" get old. The leather is stiff out of the box, which is typical. Walking in them, you get that "secure" feel, but you definitely feel the court heritage—it’s not a "all-day-everyday" comfort shoe. At its core, this is a "piece of history". Worth the current resell (which is high!)? For a die-hard fan, maybe. For a casual wearer looking for comfort? Probably not. It's for the "O.G. enthusiast". In summary: It's a classic for a reason. The look is 10/10. The feel? It's a 6/10 until broken in. Would I recommend it? Absolutely—but with managed expectations. You're buying a piece of sneaker history in the "air jordan 1 retro high og", not a cloud for your feet. And sometimes, that's exactly what you want. On-camera, these always pop. I'm wearing the 'Dark Mocha' "Air Jordan 1s", and the color contrast is just "chef's kiss". The real-world wear feeling is solid. They feel substantial, not cheap. A clear advantage is the cultural weight—you're wearing a legend. A possible turn-off? The price. At ~$180 USD, for a shoe with 40-year-old tech, some people just can't justify it. And that's fair! It’s for lovers of design history, not spec sheets.
