Rare air jordan 3 : Alright, so I just got the rare air jordan 3 in hand, and my first impression is [fs5f3aio]

.. interesting. The shape is definitely different from a classic AJ3. It's more streamlined, and the elephant print is way more subtle. For $200 USD, the materials feel decent, but you can tell it's a different beast. The "Rare Air" branding on the tongue is a clear sign this isn't your typical Retro. Let's get these on feet. My final take? I think the Rare Air Jordan 3 is a worthwhile cop for the right person. It delivers the iconic look at a more friendly price point. You're sacrificing some material quality for that accessibility. For a daily wearer, that's a trade-off I can understand. It's a functional, stylish shoe that gets the job done. On foot now, and the comfort is decent right out of the box. The cushioning is there, but it's not super plush like some modern retros. The fit is true to size for me, with a good lockdown around the midfoot. They're not heavy at all, which is great for all-day wear. The Rare Air Jordan 3 does the job for casual comfort, but don't expect groundbreaking, cloud-like feel from these. Comparing these to a standard Jordan 3 Retro... it's lighter, both in weight and in design details. The "Rare Air" branding is subtle. The elephant print is smaller, which some purists might not love. But for me? It makes the shoe more wearable. It's less loud, more of an everyday sneaker than a grail piece.

• Shown: Bred Toe
• Style: CT8532-401