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Came out to $165 shipped for me in SoCal. If I was able to buy them in a store here or from an online US retailer with free shipping, Cali tax would bring the retail price for me to about $138. So while I hate spending a dollar more than I ever have to, getting a pair now for a $27 premium over my true retail price isn't a big deal. I agree they don't look as good as I had hoped, but this is one of my all-time favorite shoes. Still have two SBs on ice. These are a must-have for me. Of course, I'll kick myself lightly if the US release is super easy to get at MSRP and it happens soon, but you just don't even know anymore what's gonna happen with these releases. Less than $30 markup to have a pair locked down now is easily acceptable for me.Unless I can get these for retail, I think I’m good with the SBs. Obviously the materials are different, but nothing about them justifies the overseas price tag, IMO. Was hoping Nike would do these justice, but it looks like they mailed it in again. Not surprised at all, but slightly disappointed.