Jordan X retros for hoop

[sauuceking]

How are these? They feel light and decent cushioning. The cut isn't restricting, which is something I'm fond of. I'm a small guard that enjoys theZK1s and 2k4s. I heard the traction on these were subpar? Any input is appreciated.

 

[sauuceking]

bump? From the lack of responses I'm guessing not many people played in these?

 

[onelifeloveking]

really light but i dont see much else to them.
(same taste of shoes btw...bb1's are my fav 2k4 2nd fav

 

[blackcat23mj]

i ball in one of my two pairs of steel 10s and they are great balling shoes but yea the shoe doesnt have great traction when the floor is dirty, then again itcould be because the guy i bought them from threw them in the washer and the soles have not been the same, not willing to unds my other pair just to play ballwhen i got these beaters, but i just wipe them when they are slippery and they play fine...definitely the 2k4 are better but its just the awsome jordan styleto have on the court. so yea they are good performing shoes but with all the shoes out these days, i wear these every so often just when i feel like puttingthem into the rotation but they arent the best. hope that helps.

 

[swingshot]

Pretty good lockdown/comfort on upper. Cushioning is a little on the hard side.

 

[sauuceking]

Thanks for the responses guys. I might unDS them for bball if I can find another pair somewhere for backup.

 

[guillermo gutierez]

which is harder cushioning

X's or Viii's?

 

[strongmind3]

Originally Posted by blackcat23mj

i ball in one of my two pairs of steel 10s and they are great balling shoes but yea the shoe doesnt have great traction when the floor is dirty, then again it could be because the guy i bought them from threw them in the washer and the soles have not been the same, not willing to unds my other pair just to play ball when i got these beaters, but i just wipe them when they are slippery and they play fine...definitely the 2k4 are better but its just the awsome jordan style to have on the court. so yea they are good performing shoes but with all the shoes out these days, i wear these every so often just when i feel like putting them into the rotation but they arent the best. hope that helps.

i agree with you...i would just shoot around making little jab steps and cuts and i would slip occasionally

 

[iball]

I recommend not playing in them. The only thing I can say going for it is the weight.
Traction isn't to good and cushioning is awful. I had to buy insoles to use with them.
I only use my Xs when I ball casually, not when I'm trying to go hard.
Like people already said, there are better shoes to ball in. Keep your Xs DS or just rock them casually.

 

[diab0531]

great show as far as comfort and support goes, however, they arelacking in the traction department (as previously stated)

 

[sauuceking]

Thanks guys, I'll jus wait for the Kobe 4s then.

 

[onlyjays9p]

The toebox is to big my foot move a lot but other then that your good to go nice and light

 

[ricekrispies420]

i like wearing my X, think itll be good for balling. as for traction. i dont think its bad. if you are serious about traction and stuff, then stick tosomething else like 2k4s. but overall i think X are good enough for balling. is it the besT performing shoe? no..

 

[shoeheadlao]

Good shoe for balling in, pretty lightweight and good traction. I like them, but there are some better shoes.

 

[ediaz411]

i hoop in mine and they work real good but i wouldnt mind a little more ankle support

 

[Kev93]

Mine are good

 

[sneakerlush]

U r a brave soul to b ballin in your x's cause i've been looking for a pair for a minute now and haven't found any at an adequate price i suggestyou clean them and ball in some other joints. Peace.

 

[watson24]

for ballin indoors, the ajX are a great shoe

 

[foshizzles]

Just balled with my AJX today and felt very comfy. traction is not good (probably because of uncleaned wood tiles).
Cushion is great as well... I play guard with run-and-gun style and it performed well for me...

 

[brooklynzoo06]

X's are pretty good, but there are better options

 

[andfattoo]

Originally Posted by iBall

I recommend not playing in them. The only thing I can say going for it is the weight.
Traction isn't to good and cushioning is awful. I had to buy insoles to use with them.
I only use my Xs when I ball casually, not when I'm trying to go hard.
Like people already said, there are better shoes to ball in. Keep your Xs DS or just rock them casually.

Yea, i felt that the cushioning wasnt the best at all...... and that was the reason why i sold mine. The OGs were so much better..... i balled in those likecrazy. The OG Xs were the reason why i love in love wit J's.

 

[nikewhore85]

i like em personally for the light weight feeling and the total foot support like a glove

 

[freakydestroyer]

I like the fit a lot. Cushioning and traction are decent. Only problem areas are ventilation and lack of arch support.