Wearing them, they feel premium but still have that classic, firm midsole. They look even better in natural light. Big pro: unique materials that stand out. Potential con: delicate finish. If you're careful with your kicks and want something special, this is it. Daily beater? Nah. Finally, let's discuss this "Air Jordan 1 Retro" 'Obsidian' with the University Blue hits. What a clean, wearable colorway right out of the box. The leather quality is pretty standard for the line. On-feet comfort? It's fine for walking around town, but don't expect Boost or Zoom. The high-top design offers great ankle support, though. Pro: incredibly easy to style. Con: common creasing on the toebox. I'd recommend this to anyone wanting a staple AJ1 that isn't too loud. Hardcore comfort hunters should probably skip it. The leather quality on this specific retro release is solid – nice tumbling, good finish. You can feel the heritage. Stepping into them, you get that snug, locked-down feel immediately. It’s a straightforward, no-frills experience that really defines the Jordan series' roots. Just unboxed this new Air Jordan 1 Retro colorway, and my immediate thought is... the materials feel different this time? The suede/nubuck combo is actually pretty nice for the price point. Throwing them on, the break-in period is real - these are not comfortable out of the box, guys. But as a style piece? Unbeatable. If you want a comfortable Jordan, maybe look at a 3 or a 13. This is all about the silhouette.
