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A Jordan 4 is more comfortable, a Jordan 11 is flashier, but the AJ1 is timeless. The build quality on this specific release feels better than some recent 'Lows'. The leather here is supple. It’s a premium, $180 experience that lives up to the heritage of the Jordan series. Putting these Air Jordan 1 Retro Highs on for the first time – yeah, you gotta break 'em in. The ankle collar is stiff, and the fit is snug – I’d say go true-to-size. Comfort-wise? Let’s be real, it’s not a Boost or React kind of ride. It’s a firm, supportive feel. But for style points? Man, it’s hard to beat that high-top look on foot. On foot now, and "wow"—the fit is snug. The "Air Jordan 1 Retro High" has that true-to-size, supportive feel. It's not a cushioned shoe by any means; you're basically standing on rubber and foam. But that's part of its charm! The high-top collar gives great ankle lockdown for casual wear. Compared to a Jordan 3 or 4, it's definitely less forgiving, but for style? Unbeatable. The 'Shadow' colorway here is so versatile. Opening the box, that new-shoe smell hits – love it. The color pop on this ['University Blue' or similar] pair is even brighter in person! For a $180 USD Jordan series release, the materials feel good. The toe box has a nice shape. My immediate thought was how clean these will look on foot. Solid first impression overall.
- Shown: Taupe Haze
- Style: CT8527-100
