Official Jordan XI Thread

[B_man71]

Since they dropping the black/ cements from 18'.....they mine as well re do the concords with the "23" on the heel this time around... 30th anniversary of the "cords".....

 

[mjmoney23]

This right here in my opinion is a key point. Thing is, this was done in a time when the company wasn't yet automatically cranking out retros of all the classics every 5-10 years over and over again. So some of us would plan to sit on certain retros for a long, long time because we weren't yet aware we would get to a point where there was no need to do so because the shoes would always come back again.

Massive point right here. Up until somewhat recently, we can debate as to when exactly, you didn't know if a shoe would ever re-release. That led to me personally doubling and tripling up on most 11s as I always wanted a pair in my collection and if I didn't I might be without. Fast forward to present times and this really isn't necessary. They will be back in a few years, I only need 1 pair. In some cases (think the black cement 3) they also sprinkle in variations of the base colorway to hold you over until the next proper retro. This also alleviates the need to double up.

 

[sneeker]

if this was back 2010, I'd be doubling/tripling up considering how rare the Cords were back then. nowadays, I can safely say NO/SKIP and just wait for some better iteration of the Cords or 11s for the following year. no more restorations or any of that crap or icing the shoe.

 

[rainking]

Massive point right here. Up until somewhat recently, we can debate as to when exactly, you didn't know if a shoe would ever re-release. That led to me personally doubling and tripling up on most 11s as I always wanted a pair in my collection and if I didn't I might be without. Fast forward to present times and this really isn't necessary. They will be back in a few years, I only need 1 pair. In some cases (think the black cement 3) they also sprinkle in variations of the base colorway to hold you over until the next proper retro. This also alleviates the need to double up.

if this was back 2010, I'd be doubling/tripling up considering how rare the Cords were back then. nowadays, I can safely say NO/SKIP and just wait for some better iteration of the Cords or 11s for the following year. no more restorations or any of that crap or icing the shoe.

Exactly. That was the entire reason I ever started doubling or tripling on certain shoes. Doubling still makes sense to me for certain models, especially (for me) something like Air Trainer 1s, because I tend to wear those with no special considerations given, and I have gone through a lot of pairs over the years. But personally, I don't use most of my classic Jordan retros or Nike bball retros as daily beaters, so the fact I still double up sometimes is admittedly stupid of me other than I just like to have a fresh pair of a few certain models in my closet

 

[sneeker]

Exactly. That was the entire reason I ever started doubling or tripling on certain shoes. Doubling still makes sense to me for certain models, especially (for me) something like Air Trainer 1s, because I tend to wear those with no special considerations given, and I have gone through a lot of pairs over the years. But personally, I don't use most of my classic Jordan retros or Nike bball retros as daily beaters, so the fact I still double up sometimes is admittedly stupid of me other than I just like to have a fresh pair of a few certain models in my closet

I double from time to time only because I like the shoe so much that having an alternate with the same shoe was necessary. who knows I might get me a fresh pair of 11s but not the recent crappy ones we got a few months ago. and yes, I make them my beaters nowadays.

 

[OldManJays]

I’ll pretty much only double on my absolute favorites going forward. Any OG 11s/Space Jams, black infared and Carmine 6s, any OG 3, playoff and bred 12/13, charcoal 7s. That’s about it probably. I did double on the white/red 12 but probably wasn’t necessary lol.

 

[acemaster193]

I'm torn about getting the low Space Jams. I had to sell my '09 pair and missed out on the 2016 release. I'm hesitant about settling for the lows since I've never liked low 11s much. Plus, I have a feeling Nike might re-release them without the 45 this time.

 

[sfsjjang98]

@here

Has anyone who customizes/paints sneakers:
Is it possible to repaint or paint over the patent on 11s?

I see Angelus has a tutorial,

Angelus Tutorial: Jordan 11 Patent Leather Walkthrough

One of the most popular Jordan silhouettes, the Jordan 11 is a great shoe for customizing and color swapping, but working with patent leather can be a little tricky if you haven't done it before. If you don't take the proper steps to prep and finish the material, you risk damaging it beyond...

angelusdirect.com

Reality: But how difficult is this to do?

 

[zombiejohnny]

I'm torn about getting the low Space Jams. I had to sell my '09 pair and missed out on the 2016 release. I'm hesitant about settling for the lows since I've never liked low 11s much. Plus, I have a feeling Nike might re-release them without the 45 this time.

Same here but I'm going to cop I feel its a great every day sneaker to wear in the summer since it goes with everything and its a lowtop so the ankles are free lol.

 

[JMB10215]

I'm torn about getting the low Space Jams. I had to sell my '09 pair and missed out on the 2016 release. I'm hesitant about settling for the lows since I've never liked low 11s much. Plus, I have a feeling Nike might re-release them without the 45 this time.

11 lows with the quarter socks and some basketball shorts are a undefeated combo lol

 

[therealest1]

Here's a lengthy and detailed article that compares the different versions of the Space Jam XI that have been released over the years.

Click on this link to read it. It's a fun read if you like the Space Jam XI.

Comparing Every Space Jam Air Jordan 11

The Air Jordan 11 Retro Low Space Jam is releasing soon. To celebrate, we take a look at every Space Jam AJ 11 released!

www.soleretriever.com

 

[OldManJays]

Edit: nvm.

 

[therealest1]

Jordan XI “Michigan State” PE

I can see Magic Johnson wearing these to match his Michigan State attire whenever he wears it in support of his former school. I wonder if Jordan would hook him up with a pair since they're friends. Magic has acknowledged he's called him for hookups on Jordan Brand stuff. He also acknowledged he's occasionally purchased goods from that brand.

 

[OldManJays]

They need a black sock liner, but hard pass either way.

 

[ill4eva]

If they ever released a green Jordan 11, they would sit, and I would cop multiples from the factory outlet.

 

[therealest1]

Here are photos and a video of the Legend Blue XI slated for this December from a couple of accounts.

 

[acemaster193]

Wow, I thought this was going to be an easy pass..doesn’t look like that’s going to be the case anymore.

 

[rainking]

I better not see anyone rocking these with UNC gear if the shade of blue isn't an exact match. Anyone posting photos of such will be immediately excommunicated from NT.

 

[PremioBinSoleFlyUnion]

Wholly cow I never seen so many instagram posts in one message. Website can’t even handle that. I’m keeping my 2014s and out on these.

 

[sharpshooter718]

I better not see anyone rocking these with UNC gear if the shade of blue isn't an exact match. Anyone posting photos of such will be immediately excommunicated from NT.

Rightfully so

 

[therealest1]

Got money to burn? Interested in an opportunity to own these?

 

[rainking]

Shape so much better on those lows than today's version

 

[JMB10215]

Got money to burn? Interested in an opportunity to own these?

Man they need to retro these. That red liner on the 2015 bred lows is disgusting. Shape is also terrible

 

[OldManJays]

Biggest thing for me is the shade of red on the outsole.

 

[therealest1]