- Mar 27, 2007
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Yea, the midsole lasts longer but it's harder and less comfortable. The leather though is the worst on any shoe. You can find shoes at Shoe Carnival with better leather.
NIKE Air Jordan IV OG White Fire Red: Black Friday 2020: Nov. 28th
- Thread in 'Jordan Brand' Thread starter Started by KanyIZZY,
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- Feb 12, 2014
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OG soles didn't crack during their useful lifetime....only as they became vintage. They just yellowed as they weren't painted, and were softer. Current ones are improved over the pre- 2016 retros b/c the paint is less prone to cracking, but it's nothing like the OGs. Personally, I'd prefer updated zoom air and foam tech in retros if they can maintain the same look. I don't care if I look into the air window and see zoom instead....they'd be so much more comfortable than PU.
- Aug 9, 2012
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If only MJ had a similar approach to products as he did to winning. Kobe had it right with the protro concept. We’re not getting the same shoe either way so might as well make it better and more comfortable.
- Apr 25, 2005
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What was Kobe thinking after the XI though. His sig went downhill. Awful.
- Aug 9, 2012
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Could say the same about Jordan lol wtf happened after 14? The shoe needs the player. Retirement is never gonna be a good thing for a shoe line.
- Mar 27, 2007
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16, 17, and 22 were fire.
- Jul 30, 2012
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Obviously Jordan's post 14 have done just fine considering the 35 is about to release.
They get the details wrong because they are either careless or incompetent - but you buy these either way, so why bother paying attention? You have to speak with your wallet.
They get the details wrong because they are either careless or incompetent - but you buy these either way, so why bother paying attention? You have to speak with your wallet.
- Jul 20, 2012
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Fam, I hold the Fire Reds over any other IV because that shoe came during the worst year of my life. My pops passed away earlier that year and later on, My OG and my Aunt went to Vegas and had a good weekend. Long story short, My OG came back and surprised me with the Fire Reds and I didnt even ask for them. It was about the only thing that made me smile in 1989. Ill never forget her handing me that box with them in it! Ive waited and waited, passed on the Mars and the other retros for this moment, only to have it ****** off because Gentry wants to “keep the OGs sacred”??!! Well... Imma keep my money sacred!
- Mar 27, 2007
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This is how far the 4s fell in the mid 2000s. The BC is from 2019 and is still taller and has a wider back tab.
I can only imagine how much bigger the OGs would look. Everything is thrown off. The height of the shoe is lower, the heel tab and flap is smaller, the heel counter/rand/piece of leather that wraps around the back of the shoe starts way lower, etc. Even the outsole doesn't look as thick as the 2019, which again is not even an OG.
This effect looked worse in person to me, it just looked like the Tour Yellows were a mini-version of the 4s. I think this picture softened the blow. Both are size 10.5 btw.
The back tabs with the Nike Air/Jumpman are wayyy different in size on these two shoes.
I can only imagine how much bigger the OGs would look. Everything is thrown off. The height of the shoe is lower, the heel tab and flap is smaller, the heel counter/rand/piece of leather that wraps around the back of the shoe starts way lower, etc. Even the outsole doesn't look as thick as the 2019, which again is not even an OG.
This effect looked worse in person to me, it just looked like the Tour Yellows were a mini-version of the 4s. I think this picture softened the blow. Both are size 10.5 btw.
The back tabs with the Nike Air/Jumpman are wayyy different in size on these two shoes.
- Aug 15, 2009
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I for sure am copping, they’re a hell of a lot better than the crappy Mars 4s i bought back in the day. These are far from perfect but they’re rockable. I can drop dead by the time they release a true to OG version of these.
- Apr 18, 2006
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People really don’t think these got a better looking shape and height? These look great
- Sep 30, 2006
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Maybe a sign of things to come
- Feb 12, 2014
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It's a cool shoe, but nope, nothing special in terms of shape, height of the back tab, toe slant, wing height, etc.....sorry.
- Apr 25, 2005
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I was going to make a joke but as I kept reading this it really hit me hard. I echo everything you just wrote. They can make great retros and they decide not to. They play too many games.
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If they make shoes you can control from a phone, they can cut some leather a little a higher.
- Jul 27, 2019
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The collar is a tad short but the bottom layer where the wings attach to the upper is super short and close to the midsole.
- Jul 27, 2019
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Damn bro this is beyond truth right here!
- Jul 27, 2019
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Even though the specs of the upper are super far off, it's really dope this kid has a pair of AJ IV made just for him and and his F&F that's mad respectable.People really don’t think these got a better looking shape and height? These look great
KanyIZZY
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- Oct 1, 2004
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Its frustrating because they and everyone knows that the shoe will sell now and again next time so at this point there is no reason to hold on. Given how long its been, its irritating that someone probably won't see these right in their own lifetime.
And for what? You know how many kids still have no idea whats what or even the history behind this stuff. With that being today's reality, you mean to tell me the brand is really scared of making a shoe these kids won't remember in 4 years? Nah..
This is about a dollar. And its trash.
And for what? You know how many kids still have no idea whats what or even the history behind this stuff. With that being today's reality, you mean to tell me the brand is really scared of making a shoe these kids won't remember in 4 years? Nah..
This is about a dollar. And its trash.
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Drake's "Splatter" Air Jordan 4s Are Up For Auction & Already Going For $19K
Drake's "Splattered" Air Jordan 4s Are Up For Auction & Already Going For $19K
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- Oct 24, 2010
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what's the story behind those military-ish pair up there??
- Apr 25, 2005
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That’s the thing, the shoes would still sell out every time. You’re not hurting the OGs at all. OGs will still always be held in high regard because it was the first run. I understand that they can’t re-create them because of change in materials and how different things were done back then til now...however...they aren’t even trying to do certain models justice. It’s infuriating that they can’t get important things right and make certain retros great again. They have lost their standards. It’s pathetic. And they need to quit changing colors and names. Freaking jerks.
KanyIZZY
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- Oct 1, 2004
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Especially when they CAN get closer regardless of changes in time, methods, materials... just look at the AJ III Red Cement, AM90, AM1, XI's, VI's, and FR V's.. this is a lifestyle choice for them
** Shiii.. even the whole damn Air Ship/AJ1 85 thing.
- Oct 6, 2016
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Its not gonna change. Because it dont have to. Anything they have given us is due to their choosing. And hell yeah, the Air Ship thing was total bull ****. The brand that preaches loyalty shows anything but.
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Jordan Brand Makes Exclusive Air Jordan 4s For Make-A-Wish Recipient Peyton Smith
The Make-A-Wish Foundation has a realized a number of seemingly impossible dreams since its founding, and as experienced by Peyton Smith, the organization can even...
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