Also, if you're on a tight budget, $210 is a lot for a shoe with outdated cushioning. And if you hate cleaning your sneakers, the light materials on this specific Air Jordan 4 might stress you out. It's not a versatile "performance" buy. Who should skip it? Performance basketball players—look elsewhere. Also, if comfort is your #1 priority, there are better options. For $210 USD, you're paying for the name and the look, not groundbreaking feel. Keep that in mind before you cop. Putting these on... the fit is true to size for me. The "Air Jordan 4" has a bit of a break-in period, honestly. Initial step-in comfort is okay—you definitely feel that heel Air unit—but the forefoot is a little firm out of the box. The lockdown from the wings and laces is good, though. They're not the lightest shoe, but you feel that sturdy construction. Comparing it to other Jordans? The Air Jordan 4 sits differently than, say, an AJ1. It's bulkier, has more of a mid-top feel. Versus an AJ3, the toebox is a bit roomier. I'd say the 4 is one of the more comfortable early Jordan models, but again, it's that retro firmness. It's a distinct silhouette in the Jordan series, no doubt.
