This particular colorway—mostly white with grey and that black Swoosh—is incredibly versatile. You can wear these with "literally" anything. Comparing it to the OG High, the main difference is obviously the collar height... and the price. The "Air Jordan Mid 1" often sits at a more accessible price, which is a huge plus for a lot of people. Let's talk about the "Gym Red" pair. Unboxing them, the red is "vibrant" — it looks fantastic on camera. On foot, they're lighter than I expected, which is a plus for all-day comfort. Compared to some bulkier Jordans, the Air Jordan Mid 1 feels more streamlined. Big pro: they go with "everything". Con? The outsole traction isn't for serious balling anymore. It's a lifestyle king, though. So, wrapping up – my genuine take. The "air jordan mid 1" 'Black Toe' is a 7.5/10. It loses points on modern comfort tech, but gains them all back on style and wearability. It's a timeless design at a fair price. Would I recommend it? Absolutely – to the right person. Know what you're getting: a legend, in a slightly more wearable, affordable package. On foot, they feel secure. The ankle support from the Mid collar is noticeable without being restrictive? It's a great balance. Visually, this "Shadow" colorway is super clean and goes with literally everything. For a classic sneaker from the Jordan series under $150, it's hard to argue with the value proposition here.

  • Shown: Bred
  • Style: CT8529-162

Available

Product reviews

Rating 4.5 out of 5. 8,008 reviews.

Characteristics assessment

Cost-benefit

Rating 4.5 out of 10 5

Comfortable

Rating 4.3 out of 5

It's light

Rating 4.3 out of 5

Quality of materials

Rating 4.1 of 5

popular

Assessment 4 of 5