It's not a perfect, comfy-all-day shoe, but few retros are. For its looks, heritage, and versatility, it's a win. At $210 USD, it feels justified for such an iconic model. Would I recommend it? Yeah, especially if you dig the colorway. Comparing it to other Jordans? The Air Jordan 4 sits between the AJ3 and AJ5 for me. It's less sleek than a 1, but has more going on than a 3. The comfort is different from an AJ11, which is more court-focused. This is a lifestyle/retro basketball hybrid. It has its own unique place in the Jordan series lineage, no doubt. Putting these on... the fit is true to size for me. The Air unit in the heel provides a decent, familiar cushioning. They're not the lightest shoe, but you feel that stability. The lockdown around the midfoot is secure, thanks to those plastic wing eyelets. Putting these Air Jordan 4s on... the fit is true to size for me. The lockdown around the midfoot is good, thanks to those plastic wings. The cushioning? It's firm. You're not getting Zoom Air comfort here, it's that classic '80s/90s feel. They're not heavy, but you definitely feel the structure. It's a different experience from modern performance shoes.
