Compared to a modern Jordan like the 36, it's night and day – the AJ1 is heavier, more rigid. But that's not a bad thing! It's a stable, grounded feel. The leather will crease, that's just part of the story. For $180? You're buying a piece of sneaker culture, not a performance beast. It's a trade-off. Let's talk comfort – or lack thereof? Haha. Seriously, the "Air Jordan 1" is not a "comfort-first" shoe. That Air-Sole unit in the heel is minimal. If you're coming from Ultraboosts or modern running shoes, you'll be disappointed. But! For short wears, casual days, they're fine. The break-in period is real, though. After a few wears, they mold to your foot much better. Wearing these out, I got compliments. The design is just that strong. My pair, the 'Royal Blue', has clean color blocking. The quality is consistent. For the Jordan series, this is the foundation. It's not trying to be anything else. You buy it for the look & the legacy. The value is in its timelessness, honestly. On foot now, and let's be real – the "nike air jordan 1" is not a comfort sneaker. It's got that classic, stiff feel, especially around the ankle collar. The break-in period is real, folks. Compared to a newer Jordan like the 13 or even the 5, it's less forgiving. But hey, that's part of its DNA. The lockdown is good, and the flat, stable base is great for casual wear.
