- Dec 11, 2007
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Sold out on snkrs. Told myself I was passing, but I couldn't help myself. That's why I like snkrs tho. If I wind up not being able to accept the shape, mudguard, etc. I can always return them.
Air Jordan Retro 9 “Powder Blue” OG March 23, 2024
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- Feb 3, 2012
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I got a look at the list. Only 4 people had reserved total and they had them on display in the shoe section.
- Mar 26, 2017
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I went ahead and copped lol , not gone lie . One of my fav childhood j’s
ALNotSure
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My HS colors were this color back in 93-95. I played ball but couldn’t get these..
Another OG checking in! Super happy.
Another OG checking in! Super happy.
- Sep 12, 2013
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Just copped off NDC… hate going to the mall
- Aug 18, 2012
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Definitely not sold out. Was mildly interested in these but didn’t realize this release didn’t have the 23 on the back until I went to checkout. Takes away from the shoe in my opinion.Sold out on snkrs. Told myself I was passing, but I couldn't help myself. That's why I like snkrs tho. If I wind up not being able to accept the shape, mudguard, etc. I can always return them.
- Mar 26, 2017
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What??? lol are u seriousDefinitely not sold out. Was mildly interested in these but didn’t realize this release didn’t have the 23 on the back until I went to checkout. Takes away from the shoe in my opinion.
- Aug 18, 2012
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Very serious. Wasn’t very big on them to begin with but got a birthday coming up and got some extra cash to splurge with. Was just going to cop these because not much coming out the rest of the year and I missed out on these as a kid. They just don’t hit the same to me without the 23. Judging by the FSR still available on NDC I’m not the only one.
- Mar 26, 2017
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Hit more without the 23. That’s how they suppose to be lol
Remy LeBeau
formerly carbon16
- Feb 15, 2011
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Just doubled on ndc given their return policy
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This is how shoe buying should be
- Feb 3, 2012
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Alright, quick review. I currently own zero 9s but I’ll compare to 2010 white/black and 2012 olives from memory.
It’s definitely a true summit white upper. It’s not as noticeable on its own since it’s against black, but if you put it right next to something white you’ll notice. The only benefit to this is it may somewhat delay how long you’ll have until the upper and the outsole no longer match. The collar lining is the only part that’s a true cerulean color. The midsole and back logo are darker than UNC jerseys but not as off as the 2014 powder 10s.
All the upper materials are thin to medium thickness and very flimsy. However, the upper is stiff and the mudguard, back, and top of collar are very soft. It’s nice to have that soft material in the toe as it ads one element of comfort (the only one). They fit longer than previous 9s I’ve owned. They are just as narrow, but the softer mudguard material stops them from killing the pinky toe (at least immediately). Narrow footers could probably go half size down (or TTS if you typically size up on 9s).
The cushioning is Air Brick. No improvement there. There also appears to be less arch support than usual. That, coupled with how flimsy the upper is, makes the medial side of the collar flare out if your ankle rolls inward. I’ll probably add an arch support to mine, which should help.
Overall I’m satisfied at retail, but will obviously catch a discount if I can within the 90-day return window.
Congrats to those that wanted these and got them.
Go Heels!
Update: still pinky toe killers.
It’s definitely a true summit white upper. It’s not as noticeable on its own since it’s against black, but if you put it right next to something white you’ll notice. The only benefit to this is it may somewhat delay how long you’ll have until the upper and the outsole no longer match. The collar lining is the only part that’s a true cerulean color. The midsole and back logo are darker than UNC jerseys but not as off as the 2014 powder 10s.
All the upper materials are thin to medium thickness and very flimsy. However, the upper is stiff and the mudguard, back, and top of collar are very soft. It’s nice to have that soft material in the toe as it ads one element of comfort (the only one). They fit longer than previous 9s I’ve owned. They are just as narrow, but the softer mudguard material stops them from killing the pinky toe (at least immediately). Narrow footers could probably go half size down (or TTS if you typically size up on 9s).
The cushioning is Air Brick. No improvement there. There also appears to be less arch support than usual. That, coupled with how flimsy the upper is, makes the medial side of the collar flare out if your ankle rolls inward. I’ll probably add an arch support to mine, which should help.
Overall I’m satisfied at retail, but will obviously catch a discount if I can within the 90-day return window.
Congrats to those that wanted these and got them.
Go Heels!
Update: still pinky toe killers.
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- Dec 2, 2012
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Went to pick my pair up from DSG. They said I was the only one that reserved them.
- Mar 29, 2001
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That disco pair gon hit harder
- Jul 29, 2005
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Didn't really expect to see some of the responses I'm seeing for these 9s. I know on the last retro, they flew. Nice to see the change.
- Aug 18, 2012
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That’s a big “if.” Nike has been selective with discos. Disco’d the Ivory 3’s but the Ochre 6’s are still full priced.
- Aug 9, 2012
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Proud of myself for passing on these. Nice to see it was easy for everyone who wanted them.
- Feb 23, 2014
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I'm from the same era.... when my buddy came to school with the new Eastbay.... Jordan sitting on that basketball with the full UNC uniform and these 9s.... had to get em!My HS colors were this color back in 93-95. I played ball but couldn’t get these..
Another OG checking in! Super happy.
ALNotSure
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- Oct 15, 2017
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9s might be the only silhouette that looks better unlaced.iconic image!
- Mar 26, 2017
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3-4 but too old to do that now
- Mar 29, 2001
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Too old to leave your shoes untied?
That’s a new one lol
That’s a new one lol
- Mar 26, 2017
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Yea back and knees all ****** up now bro lol.. plus I get Shin Splints from doing that too now
- Apr 5, 2008
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- Mar 29, 2001
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Damn I thought u was in your 30s bro, I ain’t know you was 83 lol
