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^Kaz -- I am really enjoying the J.C II as well - it took until the insole really broke in for me to love them though. That gave me better court feel and overall fit (usually the case with most shoes I guess). I've worn them like 5/6 games so far in my current league and they've worked nicely -- what I really like is how I've had almost zeros aches/pains and legs have been feeling great -- sure this is not just the shoes but I think these have an advantage in that category.
That being said, I am a little bit torn when it comes to this shoe and am with the guys who prefer something a little firmer from a cushion standpoint and an upper that's a little more restrictive. I guess it comes down to preference mainly. There is a little bit of "lag" for me playing in the J.C II. More noticeable for me with offensive footwork.
For those who feel this way and can still track down a pair of the J.C I, Raptor mid or especially Raptor LO (phantom low premium still available), I think you'll be VERY pleased. The traction on the first round of shoes was a pleasant surprise, but it wasn't as durable as this new pattern. Throw the new pattern on the raptor los and I'm in heaven...
Anyway -- apologize for the rant this AM. Great aspects of Brandblack's first run and second run of shoes for sure.
That being said, I am a little bit torn when it comes to this shoe and am with the guys who prefer something a little firmer from a cushion standpoint and an upper that's a little more restrictive. I guess it comes down to preference mainly. There is a little bit of "lag" for me playing in the J.C II. More noticeable for me with offensive footwork.
For those who feel this way and can still track down a pair of the J.C I, Raptor mid or especially Raptor LO (phantom low premium still available), I think you'll be VERY pleased. The traction on the first round of shoes was a pleasant surprise, but it wasn't as durable as this new pattern. Throw the new pattern on the raptor los and I'm in heaven...
Anyway -- apologize for the rant this AM. Great aspects of Brandblack's first run and second run of shoes for sure.