Air jordan 11 rare air : Who should "avoid" this shoe? Hardcore Jordan 11 collectors who only want the OG specs [d3v9uh0p]

Performance basketball players. And folks who really, really crave that specific, plush "retro" feel underfoot. The Air Jordan 11 Rare Air serves a different purpose: it's a style-first, comfort-second tribute. If you're debating between these and another model... think about use. The Air Jordan 11 Rare Air is a lifestyle shoe. For actual basketball? I'd look at a modern performance model. But for a cool, comfy shoe that nods to the Jordan 11 design? This is it. It's not a replacement for the original, it's its own thing—and that's okay! Now, who should probably skip it? Purists. If your heart beats for the exact "click-clack" feel & mirror-like shine of the OG Concords or Breds... this isn't that. The "Air Jordan 11 Rare Air" is a reinterpretation. Also, at $250 USD, it's not a budget option. You're paying for a niche take on an icon. If you want the "definitive" 11 experience, save up for a retro. Comparing it directly to my OG Concord 11s... it's a different beast. The Rare Air uses more synthetic materials, which makes it lighter and arguably more durable for beaters. You sacrifice some of that luxurious feel, sure, but for $180 vs. the $225+ for retros, the Air Jordan 11 Rare Air presents a compelling value argument for just rocking the silhouette.

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