It’s a fantastic gateway into the Jordan series. Who should skip it? Performance basketball players or purists who demand every detail match the original 1985 release. For $180, it finds its own lane and does it well. The visual appeal is where this shoe "shines". On camera, the mix of materials & that "Rare Air" branding on the heel "really" pops. It's a cleaner, more modern interpretation of the AJ1. Compared to my standard highs, it "feels" less bulky. A great option if you want the iconic look without the "sometimes" stiff feel of the OG. Just unboxed the rare air jordan 1, and my first thought is... it's surprisingly clean! This new colorway has a super classic vibe, honestly. The leather feels nice, and the silhouette is instantly recognizable. At $170 USD, it's definitely a more accessible piece of the Jordan series. For a casual wearer, this is a solid pick. Now, a potential con for some: the materials won't match the buttery leather of a true Retro High OG. They're good, but they're not "premium". If you're a purest who only wants the exact original specs, this might feel like a step down. The "rare air jordan 1" is about capturing the spirit, not replicating every detail. Keep that in mind.

  • Shown: Electric Green
  • Style: 555088-500

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