Air Jordan 2 x J Balvin September 15th. $300!

[rbk93]

Didn't know Jordans been $190 that long.

 

[staffsgtdignam]

Told y’all they were going to push IIs and VIIIs to replace Is and IVs. I’m out on these and the Rui Hachimuras. Here’s another prediction: they will replace XIV and XVI in 2023 to replace V and VIs.

Thing is, I’m just not sure influencers that build hype are going to go for AJ2s and 8s. I like both models (Aqua and BB 8s are some of my fav retros, for the record) but they are easily bottom of the barrel for the OG AJ 1-14 run, in terms of general wearability and interest. I’m sure I’m not the only one who thinks this as well, given how relatively few retro releases we’ve seen over the past few years compared to other models, especially the number of retro releases for 2s. I see JB also trying this out with the AJ15s with the Billie Eilish collab as well.

Trends are weird though and I’m old so I could be totally wrong haha. I still remember copping SB Dunk lows on sale for $50 from skate shops back in 2015, now they go for $200+ resale right after release lol

 

[picasso swerve]

Thing is, I’m just not sure influencers that build hype are going to go for AJ2s and 8s. I like both models (Aqua and BB 8s are some of my fav retros, for the record) but they are easily bottom of the barrel for the OG AJ 1-14 run, in terms of general wearability and interest. I’m sure I’m not the only one who thinks this as well, given how relatively few retro releases we’ve seen over the past few years compared to other models, especially the number of retro releases for 2s. I see JB also trying this out with the AJ15s with the Billie Eilish collab as well.

Trends are weird though and I’m old so I could be totally wrong haha. I still remember copping SB Dunk lows on sale for $50 from skate shops back in 2015, now they go for $200+ resale right after release lol

In terms of wearability the 2’s are an easy silhouette to go with alot of clothing types. 8’s not as much, a little too high and bulky for some. I think 2’s look better for example with what I been wearing lately (wider pants) than the 7-14 would. I do like like all the models 1-14, 13 a personal fav as was my first Jordans ever but dont necessarily think they look best with my current wardrobe.

 

[staffsgtdignam]

In terms of wearability the 2’s are an easy silhouette to go with alot of clothing types. 8’s not as much, a little too high and bulky for some. I think 2’s look better for example with what I been wearing lately (wider pants) than the 7-14 would. I do like like all the models 1-14, 13 a personal fav as was my first Jordans ever but dont necessarily think they look best with my current wardrobe.

To be clear, I think a lot of the lack of wearability of retro AJ 2s is they manufacture them like a damn pair of boots lol

If quality and craftsmanship were close to OG 2s, with sleeker toe boxes, etc. I think it would really help with the wearability.

 

[PremioBinSoleFlyUnion]

House of Heat

 

[PremioBinSoleFlyUnion]

Any update on these?

 

[PremioBinSoleFlyUnion]

Are these still releasing? Here’s todays anniversaries
V Low Wings (1 Year)

I Mid Jeter Day (5 Years)

X Chicago Flag (6 Years)

X Los Angeles (6 Years)

V Wolf Grey (11 Years)

IV Laser (17 Years)

 

[GrizzlyAnimal]

 

[Public Enemy]

Monstrosities. I'm not even a purist like that but they did too much here. It's different for sure, but to me in a bad way. Looks too much like the Grey Fog Unions but also looks like a different brand.

Weirdly I love the forced perspective that makes the shoe look like it's a giant spaceship.

But I wish it was more like the weird shadowy pics or something.

 

[dennistrane]

I actually they think they look good tbh. They are much more cleaner than his 1s. I was expecting something more wild

 

[NToweG]

Dont know about balvin but these are copped

 

[PremioBinSoleFlyUnion]

Horrible, one of the worst IIs ever. Very disappointed

 

[SonofSal]

Lay off the drugs Balvin.

 

[charmcitykid]

Better than his,1s and better than unions.

 

[jordanhead718212]

Atrocious

 

[SonofSal]

Better than his,1s and better than unions.

You doing drugs with Balvin?

 

[vndragonslayer]

Better than his,1s and better than unions.

These are just unions on drugs

 

[NToweG]

Better than his,1s and better than unions.

Absolutely correct and I stand by it.

These are just unions on drugs

Nah those excessive holes in the unions are pure indications of heavy use of methamphetamine and heroin


Edit: awwww man I just noticed the rainbow threading

 

[picasso swerve]

Actually, not bad bot great. Wish there was no cloudd design in the back but I like the quilts. Color too similar to the Unions though.

 

[jordanhead718212]

These aren't in the same league as the Unions or the AMMs

 

[dennistrane]

On foot pics

 

[therealest1]

 

[rbk93]

Have to agree with charmcitykid here.

 

[KanyIZZY]

I just hope these collabs mean the OGs won’t be limited but that’s a joke.

 

[sneakaprince]

In if it's not too hard these are dope