It's "not" as performance-oriented as, say, a Jordan 38, and it doesn't have the "heft" or prestige of a true 11 retro. But for $210? It's a "much" more accessible price point to get that legendary 11 profile in your rotation. A "practical" alternative. HUGE pro for me: the durability. This full-grain leather on the "Air Jordan 11 Rare Air" is gonna hold up so much better than patent leather, which cracks. For someone who actually "wears" their shoes, that's a major win. The White/Metallic Silver colorway is also a dirt-magnet, but at least the material is easy to wipe down. It's a functional design choice I can really get behind. Major "pro" for this shoe? Its "versatility". The "White/Varsity Red" colorway of this "air jordan 11 rare air" goes with literally almost anything – jeans, shorts, joggers. It's an easy-to-style sneaker that still has that Jordan credibility. The price ($190 USD) is also more accessible than many Retros, making it a less stressful pickup for a lot of sneaker fans out there. On foot now, and honestly, the comfort is decent. It's not a super-plush Jordan, you know? The fit is pretty true-to-size for me. The full-length Air unit gives you that familiar cushioning, but it's a bit firmer than, say, a regular Retro 11. The overall silhouette still "pops", though, especially the way the Concord hits catch the light.
