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Great for: casual wearers, people who like subtle style, or anyone scared of ruining patent leather. Not for: OG purists, performance ballers, or those seeking ultimate comfort. It fills a specific niche in the Jordan lineup – and for $195, it does it pretty well. Your call! 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. Sliding these on... the fit is "interesting". They feel a bit roomier in the toe box compared to my usual Jordan 11 retros. The cushioning is decent – comfortable for all-day wear, no doubt. But if you're used to that super-snug, locked-down feel of the OG 11 mold, these Air Jordan 11 Rare Air models might feel a touch different. The fit and support are good, though. The internal bootie construction hugs your foot well, and the midfoot shank provides solid stability. I didn't feel any heel slippage. For casual wear and light activity, it's perfectly fine. Just don't expect performance-level containment or think you're getting the exact same experience as the $220+ retro models.
- Shown: Cap And Gown
- Style: CT8527-400
