The best retro since the 99s shapewise. But still the proportions of the ogs are unmatched. Retros today looks more like plastic toy figures..stiff and wonky in some places. Ogs were really created after the human foot, soft and flexible with intentions of goin straight to feet then court 💥
Exactly, I agree with your words. Shape and cut is unmatched to the OG. Definitely wanted to dig deep, way too many people saying they have the OG shape. Improved yes but so much incorrect
Got 2 pairs and I can say that there are some shape differences one of my pairs has a short stubby toe box like the fire reds and my other pair has a longer sleek toe box similar to the 89s
The review that matters. Love my pair. Amazing shape. My dad played ball in these back in 1989 and would always talk about them. Got him a pair too. Glad these were really easy to get.
These videos make me sooo mad!!! Why can’t Nike get the toe box right??? J’s used to be a skinnier shoe now they fat like boots. Btw thank you for this detailed video! Love your channel!
Im not trying to upset you, just clarifying what exactly we get vs the originals lol.. so many said "og cut" as we know that's not true. Thanks for tuning in!
Most likely, more improvements to do, hopefully they keep specs and improve. Seen enough releases where they fix one thing then mess up 2 they previously had correct. That really drives me crazy
7:02 The wings are angled too far forward. I think that's what causes all the problems with the shape, forces the side netting to be too small, the lace holes start more forward and end too high, which causes that hump on the front plastic tabs. Everything mid-foot and forward is all crammed. OGs look sleek. Retros still look like boats. Real shame.
Good stuff man. my first ever pair of Jordans was the Military Blues back in junior high. I bought a pair in '06. They were meh. Tought a pair in '12. They were worse. HAD to buy the new ones. so far, I think they are pretty decent. the only thing (and I know all sneaker heads know this). They're lacking in the comfort department for the bottom of your feet. The OGs...most certainly WERE comfy. I replaced the insoles and boom, instantly more comfortable. Dig your content man. I'd love to see Nike re-release the Air Flight 89 or 90 high again or the Air Force 5 mid...loved those as well.
@GeoffSweet thanks for watching! Yeah, I agree on comfort with all my jordans I pretty much put in better insoles. They don't make them like they used to from materials to build and comfort. At least some improvement on this release, still far off the OG
@@ogorbust1697 agreed, but I'm glad to see Nike making st least an attempt to re-create their old magic. Now, that being said, I have their new Jordan 38...and can tell you, they are fantastically comfortable. Completely stock.
I'm not sure why JB insists on having a lower cut in the back with a higher back tab. Those back tabs rub against my Achilles when I don't wear high(er) socks and it's quite bothersome. That's my biggest gripe with these retro's!
Such a dramatic front & back slant for the OG. We appreciate your attention to details with this comparison. Retro was a good release but you clearly showed how great OG’s will forever be. 🫡
Thanks man, yeah between shape and construction they haven't come close on the 4s. These are improved but still major differences. Always top priority though to own the originals #likemike wore
Great review!! 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽 As a person who remembers circling the mall and stopping at footlocker(when the had the basketball backboard and hoop) looking at the 4’s EACH time we passed (atleast 10x) I sincerely appreciate your reviews. In my opinion your reviews are one of if not THE best on RU-vid.
Finally! I've been waiting for you to do a review on these, and wanted your thoughts. I was hoping you had the original Military Blue 4s. Heres what I dont like: Three different shades of blue (heel tabs, midsole and eyelets) The shade of vlue is up for debate, as Ive seen old pictures going both ways. The off white blue-ish or gray uppers. The shade of gray on the wing. At this point theyr could of just called them reimagined. Also, the price sucks, and the leather quality is just meh. Just my .02 cents. Id be happy to hear more of your thoughts..
Thanks man, yeah I wish I did have the og.. maybe one day. At least a cut and shape reference with fire red most importantly in the same size. I think the blue looks pretty close on midsole, again different lighting on photo references etc could change. That's why in hand is always the best. Solid retro though, had to get a pair but I agree on leather and price point.. had to mention in video too kinda ridiculous lol
I'm happy with my pair, but what bugs me is Nike talking about how close to the OG these are when they clearly are not. The whole rake of the shoe is different, just to name one glaring difference.
Exactly!! So many people too thinking they are OG shape finally, well off to be honest and that's why I dive into these comparisons as best I can to show the truth.
Man they looks so much better then before but why won't Nike/JB just fix them!? It's so weird. Awesome video brother! Toe looks pretty good but I wish they'd fix that lower but vamp where the netting sits on top of the foot. That looks good.
@@ogorbust1697 way more tweaks from those side shots Jeez man that slope is way off. Idk how people on IG show their OG's that look similar to these. Are the OG militarys just way worse shaped then the Other OG's?
@@ogorbust1697 I think they both are in their own right. If I’m judging the 2024 by 89 standards then clearly it’s the OG , everytime. If judging by having to pass 06 & 2012 then I couldn’t be happier with these. What I will say for sure. Is this retro fight a lot of unnecessary negative hyperbole.
@veryfewrealleft1405 the '24 is definitely the best retro to date, always room for improvement. Especially when JB is charging $235 for these, they should've at least had better leather.
@@ogorbust1697 I couldn’t agree more about the price , and I’m gonna tell you the truth, bro if I didn’t live in Pennsylvania where there’s no tax, I’m not sure I would be willing to pay that 235 that’s just a little too steep when you start breaking 230 to 25 even. The fire Reds were $200 in 2020 & I thought 190/200 OG was still high but it was relatively fair in comparison to you know if you think of the 2016 true blue 3s were 225 the 2015 maroon six was 220. They sat right ?!? Nike was forced to lower the price. We need to see that again we all understand the concept of inflation, but we also gotta understand the concept of recession.
@veryfewrealleft1405 that's exactly it.. the prices keep going up but it's not justified for materials used. There's no way I'd double up, think about it.. almost $500 for two pairs?! It's crazy, for that amount they better be even better shape and high quality leather.
Truly wish they would go to the higher cut for the back Bcs I love that it’s more slick more flush and I love that even on the 3s look amazing Bcs it’s not going to far with the back tab now for some reason Nike can’t get it right i hope soon we can get the true version
After seeing these compared to the OG, the shape is definitely improved but not the exact “OG cut.” Still love my pair nonetheless because it’s my favorite color way behind the White Cement, now we need Nike to work on the 5’s and 6’s shape. 5’s need a complete overhaul 😅 Love your in depth analysis man 🔥
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful! 5s have really fallen off og shape recently. Not sure what's going on over there but hopefully they do justice to the black metallic next year.
Excellent comparison as always, brotha! My pair will be here any minute once the mail man drives up. Unfortunately, some LeChoke fan reported me for calling Bron a bitch, and reported me. They deleted my Instagram account lol
@@ninofarhan9807 I actually had bought the Developer Boring replica Jordan 1s and found them to be really uncomfortable. I think they mixed up the left and right sole so it feels like I have them on backwards when I don't. Anyway the insoles with those are very good and I used them.
no one buying these, most of the "reviewers are tring to fool people into thinking these are hard to get. and anyone under 25 is calling these the dad shoe colorway. hold off on buying these if you really like these, cuz they'll be at leat half off by july