- Jul 29, 2005
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Compared to previous retros, specifically the 2000/01 retros, the PL quality is significantly worse. For example, I've worn pairs of 01 Blk/Reds and the PL never got a foggy gloss over it. My 2011 concords are a different story. It didn't take long for the PL on that retro to develop that foggy gloss. I've noticed in more recent retros that happens very quickly. I have been looking at VNDS pairs of SJ and noticed that foggy gloss, even when the rest of the shoe looks great. In my opinion, it kills the potential resale value of any recent retro XI (if you do that sort of thing). Its the reason why I'll probably not buy a slightly used pair of 16 SJ. Also, the PL cracks waaaaay faster than older retros. My 01 Blk/reds doesn't have a PL crease, yet my 19 blk/reds developed a PL crease on the instep in about 10 wears...not good.What do you mean if they fixed it?