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Throw those in a display case. Or still swap em just for the collection
White Cement IV Returning Spring/Summer 2025
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Throw those in a display case. Or still swap em just for the collection
- Jul 20, 2012
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Displaying them will actually cause oxidation and the netting will definitely yellow. I will wait to see how next year’s retro looks in hand before deciding to sole swap my 99 pair.
- Jun 6, 2016
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I personally think that prices are going up on OG Colorway models. Then shortly after, prices will slowly go up on all retros over time in minimal increases. In short, Nike/Jordan Brand knows 100% that they're leaving cash on the table. Due to the resell market, especially when it comes to releases, such as the Black/Red, Royal, or Chicago 1,s. Or any OG Colorway of 3,s 4,s and 5,s and 6,s and 11,s.
They know that OG 1 Colorways in OG shape, that hasn't been released in the 85 shape since 1985, will definitely fly and sell out at $250.00 on release day. Because they know you'll ask yourself this one question. When will the Black/Red 1,s Royal 1,s or Chicago 1,s be released in the 1985 shape again? We all know that it wont be any time soon. Take into consideration, that these Colorways sell out in GR numbers. So them being somewhat under a GR Number, and somewhat limited in pairs under 500,000 pairs.
They're definitely going to sell out at $250.00. Lost & Found Chicago's were rumored to be over 500,000 pairs made, and im not 100% sure on that. But the demand was were definitely there for them to still sell out in this current market. So why wouldn't a more demand Colorway in a 85 OG cut, with less pairs available, not sell out?
Also, y'all would be surprised, that it's way more people buying from places, like StockX and Goat on release day or shortly after. I know so many people who go straight to them, simply because, they don't want to jump through any hoops, and deal with the stress of battling people for a pair of shoes. Yall make it seem like, it's only a couple of hundred people who buy on the resell market, when it's the majority nowadays. Especially when it comes to hard to get releases, such as certain OG Colorways and Collabs.
People on this board will argue me down about what im about to say, but it's 100% facts that the majority of Travis Scott Jordans, are bought on the resell market. If not, then youre seeing fakes. But the majority of us might strike lightning, once or twice, for every 5 to 6 Travis releases, and that's if you're super lucky. Because there's simply not enough pairs to go around, for everybody to buy at retail.
Of course we have people such as myself, who aren't paying $700-$2,000 for retro, simply because it's a collab. But i personally seen a few people that I know, over pay on the resell market for them. Because they want the shoe. Common sense will tell you, that if it's not that many pairs to go around, the majority of every pair that you see outside is either a resell pair or fake.
In short, Nike can still sell out at $230 to $270 on OG models, depending on tax after the price hike, especially if they keep the production numbers at 200,000 - 400,000. Because at those numbers, it keeps the release somewhat limited, while it's still a good number of pairs to go around. I don't see them releasing the Black/Red 1,s at over 500,000 pairs at $250.
They know that OG 1 Colorways in OG shape, that hasn't been released in the 85 shape since 1985, will definitely fly and sell out at $250.00 on release day. Because they know you'll ask yourself this one question. When will the Black/Red 1,s Royal 1,s or Chicago 1,s be released in the 1985 shape again? We all know that it wont be any time soon. Take into consideration, that these Colorways sell out in GR numbers. So them being somewhat under a GR Number, and somewhat limited in pairs under 500,000 pairs.
They're definitely going to sell out at $250.00. Lost & Found Chicago's were rumored to be over 500,000 pairs made, and im not 100% sure on that. But the demand was were definitely there for them to still sell out in this current market. So why wouldn't a more demand Colorway in a 85 OG cut, with less pairs available, not sell out?
Also, y'all would be surprised, that it's way more people buying from places, like StockX and Goat on release day or shortly after. I know so many people who go straight to them, simply because, they don't want to jump through any hoops, and deal with the stress of battling people for a pair of shoes. Yall make it seem like, it's only a couple of hundred people who buy on the resell market, when it's the majority nowadays. Especially when it comes to hard to get releases, such as certain OG Colorways and Collabs.
People on this board will argue me down about what im about to say, but it's 100% facts that the majority of Travis Scott Jordans, are bought on the resell market. If not, then youre seeing fakes. But the majority of us might strike lightning, once or twice, for every 5 to 6 Travis releases, and that's if you're super lucky. Because there's simply not enough pairs to go around, for everybody to buy at retail.
Of course we have people such as myself, who aren't paying $700-$2,000 for retro, simply because it's a collab. But i personally seen a few people that I know, over pay on the resell market for them. Because they want the shoe. Common sense will tell you, that if it's not that many pairs to go around, the majority of every pair that you see outside is either a resell pair or fake.
In short, Nike can still sell out at $230 to $270 on OG models, depending on tax after the price hike, especially if they keep the production numbers at 200,000 - 400,000. Because at those numbers, it keeps the release somewhat limited, while it's still a good number of pairs to go around. I don't see them releasing the Black/Red 1,s at over 500,000 pairs at $250.
rainking
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- Aug 12, 2016
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I understand your general point. But it's the majority? Doubtful, especially on GRs and non collabs.
- Sep 22, 2014
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Except OG cws are only a fraction of JB releases.
The VAST majority of GRs are not selling out at the current prices. Hell, they are going for below retail even before release:
- Jul 20, 2002
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Except OG cws are only a fraction of JB releases.
The VAST majority of GRs are not selling out at the current prices. Hell, they are going for below retail even before release:
I completely forgot about the midnight navy 1s. Good lookin out!
- Mar 27, 2007
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I don't think any GR Nike, ever really sold out unless there were resellers involved.
- Dec 29, 2003
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*Before reselling was a thing, many obviously sold out. But I know you're talking about the modern day landscape.
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rbk93
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Double up worthy?
Hope this retro is done justice.
Hope this retro is done justice.
- Dec 29, 2011
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Hoping they look good. Can't wait to try and cop a pair!
- Aug 22, 2013
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LOOKIN 4WARD 2DEEEZ!!!!
- Apr 30, 2002
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My favorite shoe in my favorite color way of all time.
Five pairs baby.
Five pairs baby.
- Feb 21, 2023
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Hope it's overstocked like the BC3
- Dec 7, 2015
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Give me this shape and quality or better and I'll easily be in for two pairs. No Black Cement 3 funny business, please.
- Dec 15, 2023
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In 2 for pairs
- Apr 11, 2019
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The thing is though. And ESPECIALLY with 1's. It's a BIG IF on whether or not those things aren't fakes on Stock X or GOAT...and I don't want to pay 350-500 for a pair of FAKE sneakers. And if you confront Stock X or Goat and tell them they sent you fakes basically they tell you "**** You" and pretend they are playing a tiny violin with their fingers. Next year I have a feeling people are going to really be in "Find Out" land. And the weather is ALWAYS cold in "Find out"Land. All I want is a LEGIT pair of Size 13 Black/Red 1s. Unfortunately that might be much easier said than done with lower production numbers and more and more fakes slipping through Authentication.
- Feb 10, 2014
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It’s amazing how well executed the militaries came about. I’m afraid JB will dial back when the white cements come out, ain’t no way they’re gonna want to satisfy us
- Dec 3, 2013
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4 pairs 
- Apr 30, 2011
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I have high hopes these are on par with the recent IVs. I’ve sold both of the last two retros cause they were just rock hard plastic and looked cheap on top of feeling like hell
- Apr 18, 2006
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Debating on whether selling my 2016 pair or not 
- Mar 29, 2001
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Shouldn’t be a debate
- Apr 30, 2002
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- Feb 5, 2007
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