In 1985, I was in the ninth grade and walked in the store called the Athletic Attic and bought the OG Chicago. Walked out with a 9.5 and paid 65 dollars. Certain people particularly parents said "you paid what !" And look what we have today. I remember the leather on them was similar to the Mocha Jordan ones.

@kj3887

Жыл бұрын

$65 in 1985 is the equivalent of $170 in 2022. So people were paying around the same amount for shoes back then. The only difference to take into account is the resellers.

@Josuerobles11202

Жыл бұрын

@@kj3887 very true but now it’s way harder to get shoes you’ll most likely pay resale if you want them

@DashDrones

Жыл бұрын

​@@kj3887 you're way off.. $65 in 1985 could buy you 6 grams of gold. Now 6 grams would cost $330. They were so expensive back then, probably explains why the leather was much better back then..

@DashDrones

Жыл бұрын

Also the leather on the OG Chicagos was far better than the Mocha 1s. That comment was priceless 🤣🤣🤣

@kj3887

Жыл бұрын

@@DashDronesBro I never said it couldn't. The dollar and purchasing power went further back then. But $65 was still equivalent to 170.

Finally, my first Chicago! So stoked to finally have these after 15 years of collecting. Ironically my local mom and pop sold my pair I reserved back in 2015. But spot on bro, it's a definite shame they are not supporting those stores anymore, and NO ONE is talking about it. Clear disconnect between the marketing dollars and management priorities. I know they don't care, but still.

@Kiwaloayo

Жыл бұрын

@@WebVManReturns .... what?

@woo_shynen8805

Жыл бұрын

Facts, well i had these back in 2012-2013ish, but they hurt my feet so i cant wait to get my pair next week and go a half size up. Lol

@javiervelez9817

Жыл бұрын

You can’t expect nike, a company the runs on basically almost slave labor overseas to have real sense of morals.

@kp9593

Жыл бұрын

First Chicagos. That sucks . You need real Chicagos. Not ones that try to look old when they are brand new

@DRock406

Жыл бұрын

@@kp9593 I’ll take $180 over $1500. Thanks for your insight tho

Ur storytelling and knowledge base for sneaker history makes ur videos so much better than every other youtuber who wasn’t around for retros when they were released in the 80s and 90s and/or didn’t bother to do ANY research. U r the 🐐 in this game.

@mokokoco4720

Жыл бұрын

It’s called writing for your video content. He doesn’t pull this info out of thin air 😂

@r.t.8468

Жыл бұрын

@@mokokoco4720 You mean, he doesn’t have a photographic memory and he has to Google some stuff? That’s a serious hot take lol

So which shoe was made at Left Twix and the other at Right Twix? 😂 But yeah the big issue is quality control. The brand doesn’t seem to be as stringent as it once once pulling pairs and marking them as B grades. Even at the outlets they’ll still sell them at full retail. Nike maximizing every leftover pair making crumbs into cookies.

@rodwells8577

Жыл бұрын

They definitely are bro

I'm from the generation of when the Jordan's came out and it's refreshing to see somebody who knows the game. Glad you called out the corporate devil named Nike.

As a lifelong sneakerhead who loves vintagey things this, the perfect shoe for me. Plus the nostalgia factor: I bought two pair of these in ‘87 for $29 just like the wrapper says and would like nothing more than to have another pair of chicagos in the rotation which I haven’t had since

Always appreciate reviews from Chris.

I also thought after hearing this story "wasn't it Nike who killed the mom and pop Shops few years back, due to their DTC Strategy". You're the first KZreadr, reviewing this Shoe who speaks it out. I love you both for always dropping real content! Thats why I take the Story with a huge grain of salt. Many many Shops went out of business cuz of Nike. Greets from Germany ❤

@stripe801

Жыл бұрын

both sides of famiLy are from DeutschLand. much Love 👍🏿

The review I’ve been waiting for…. Nov 19 can’t come fast enough!

Ive taken a little break from the shoe game in the past 2-3 months, but im happy with my 14 pickups this year. Its always nice coming back to a classic nightwing video for a pair im interested in, especially that its holiday season. Keep up the reviews, im waiting for he cardinal 7s next

@Teffy2105

Жыл бұрын

Dam 14 pickups wow! This only my 3rd pair of the year 😂

Your cut scenes are GOATED. Always the best LOL.

Very true about mom and pop shops... I remember working for Kenny Corp (not mom and pop) but couldn't wait for the "EKIN" Rep to visit our shop and give us all the info on upcoming tech and shoes. I started working in shoe store in 1986 local sports shop in Santa Cruz CA and the "EKIN" Rep would come and pitch shoes it was awesome! Great job Chris with your videos and bringing back all the memories.

Finally someone who is an OG in the game who can speak about this subject. Definitely see where you stand and respect it. New to the channel and super dope content man 💪🏼

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@icos5

Жыл бұрын

Pedro Pleitez @weartesters in the best channel to get a real and honest opinion of the shoes Christ not only reviews them he tried them on giving the his true opinion

@theemperor2017

8 ай бұрын

@@WearTesters which you prefer Chicago or lost and found?

Loved the segment where you spoke about Nike having to convince the mom and pops stores into carrying their products and how now it’s the opposite with many businesses

Great video love your review on different sneakers ❤

man! i have to say i really enjoy this channel's content , from the animations , to imported memes , to quality description , etc . i all-around felt fully knowledgeable of the shoe beginning to end . coming from first watched video being the black taxi 12s that are releasing this saturday i have to say i really am appreciative of you guys' breakdown & insight to the shoes you review here! thank you!

@MordyVIDS

Жыл бұрын

also left that sub!

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

I appreciate the sneaker knowledge! Nike is wild, but I’m honestly glad I’ll finally be able to purchase a Chicago Jordan 1.

Dope vid bro love watchin you guys best in the business

If I cop, I will wear these as beaters. As the shoe gods intended.

@maximus518774

Жыл бұрын

They should all be worn into the ground just like when we were kids.

@raydiaz9218

Жыл бұрын

My 1 cements are my beaters 😂

@SickStyle201

Жыл бұрын

Ironically I find that they look even better beat up as heck lol

@MrAceMcGee

4 ай бұрын

"If I cop, I will wear these as beaters" 😮 Lisan al Gaib! As it was written! * *bows down* *

Glad U Mentioned About The Factory Flaws, People Will Automatically Go To Them Being Fake... Good Job Bro 💪🏾

Great video as usual. Love the honesty. Looking forward to the Turtles Since Apparel, ✌🏿

Been waiting for this. Best reviewer in the biz👌

Always great content

Salute to you sir. A great review.

Cool shoes I hope I hit for retail. Preciate the honesty you deliver in your videos as well 💯

Great review as per usual Chris! I hope I get lucky with these.

Great review like always👊🏽

Best sneaker channel on youtube!!! Get to know a lot of things that, as a European, I could never have known. Love it! And I sure as hell hope I can buy these! I missed out on the Banned 1’s, and still hurts.

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

We hope you’re able to get a pair!

Love your videos, keep it up bro!

Luv this sneaker. Great Review as always!

I really Like, that you tell your honest Opinion behind the Sales Thing / Shops. Greetings from over Europe

Yeah; this is a must have! It looks like GOAT sold you an early pair; possible B-Grades. You won't have any problem selling them off. and grabbing a non flawed pair. Great video; keep grindin out good content! 💪I hope every who really wants the shoe is able to grab their pair for retail!

Love your videos doc.

Been waiting for this review 😮

been waiting for this video 🙌

As someone who worked in sports retail for 9 years, this reminds me of the pairs you’d get as refunds that you either didn’t have time to make display worthy again, or, we’re too lazy to fill out the claims forms to return to the manufacturer 😂 they were nice, but there was always something wrong with the left or right pair.

Hey Chris, so sorry you got a janky shoe. Hope you’ll be able to find another pair that doesn’t bother you. My pair just got delivered from Nike. The shoes are beautiful and the presentation is A1. I agree with you about them hurting the mom and pop shops. Also, yes, not really completely faithful to the 1985, but it’s a solid release and nice to own. Anyway, great review as always by both of you…and back ‘atcha…have a good one. 🙏

I was going for the Syracuse dunk restock but after I seen how bad the prices dropped on these and being a native Chicagoan these are MANDATORY!!!!!

Great review 👍🏾

Amazing video love it 💯🔥

this has been my grail ever since I became a sneakerhead I always used to whatch this video and finaly my parents are buying me them

I got Exclusive Access & they just arrived today. I agree with Chris, the black leather on the back is too cracked. It’s already flakey & just far different than the white cracked leather.

I’m praying to get A W! Dope video again and again !

Been waiting on this one 🫡

That’s why I like here. Chris explains this kind of info or details. Unlike others shoe reviewer. Keep it up my good sir! Cheers! Mark from the Philippines 🇵🇭

Just received my pair from Snkrs EA and I love em. The larger swoosh looks so good on em.

So happy to get these as my first pair of ones!

Embossed!! haha great review as always!

Best reviews on YT… 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻. Looking forward to just beating these up bad…

Just got my pair today. The quality was actually really good on my pair. Such a dope shoe!

Regards everyone!! Great review!! We want Madame Wing!! We need the laughing section at the end of every vid!! Thanks!! Blessings!! 🌺

Love the review and the history talk. I need to know where the spawn shirt is from

big love for the spawn shirt 😳my favorite comic book character gotta match the shoes too

Geesussss they fine The “ crooked one “ has character

Thanks for showing the Chicago Reds Jordan 1. I had a pair back in 94 and hate that I dogged them. I’ve been looking for them Jordan since. Like I saw many come close I had the high OG

I’ve been waiting for this video

These L&F 1s are definitely one of the sneakers i am most hyped about this year and without question have to be a candidate for sneaker of the year. Can't go wrong with a Chicago 1 imo , such an iconic colorway on an equally iconic Jordan model. Personally would have preferred closer to the 2015 Chicago 1 pair again or an 85 cut of that but i like these a lot as well. The vintage / worn look for me is becoming a bit overdone and looks like we are getting even more of that trend in 2023 ; but there are times i like it and with these L&F 1s it actually fits the concept very well. Hoping with rumored very high stock numbers and wide availability there will be a lot of retail Ws for myself and many others. As purely collector myself these are going straight to the toe , one of my favorite ever sneakers / colorways (Chicago 1s) and with already a worn / vintage look hopefully means many wear them straight away.

Thanks for the awesome review as always Nightwing! Where did you source that Spawn #8 tee shirt??

Best reviewer out there. Thanks for always keeping it real

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@coreyeatmon5101

Жыл бұрын

@@WearTesters just saw crazy Pinterest pics of MJ with 2 different backs of 1s. One black one white. Also looked like one mid other hi??????

I had the same issue with my pair as yours Chris. The right shoe is just crooked on the outsole. But man these are fire colourway

That Spawn shirt 🔥🔥🔥!

Thanks Chris for being so real with your content and words. Great review as always 👏

Great content

⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️’s Excellent honest review with some fun facts thrown in, hands down fav reviewer. Agree with you on the shoe though, I don’t want to pay for shoes that are aged but the packing is A1

Chris great video I'm really hoping to get a pair of these, these look amazing 🤩🤩

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

i’ve been waiting on this video 😌

You guys are the best in the shoe game!

Another great no filter review! Wanna ask about your shirt though! Where’d you got that??

Got my EA SNKRS app pair in hand today...2015 pair is way better but I’m happy to get these...great review like always guys

Salute to Nightwing the GOAT 🫡🫡🫡 thanks for simply reviewing the shoe, and not overhyping them or being a resellers guide. Again salute to the Sneaker KZread goat

Yo love your vids, just wondered if Nike have ever got back to you regarding the quality in craftsmanship? I have to buy twice most of the time and that doesn’t even guarantee a decent pair it’s shocking how bad some of there shoes go out! Keep up the good work WearTeasters for the win 🥇🙌

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

Nike ignores our complaints and filters the reviews on their site where consumer reviews are featured.

finally a review from a real sneaker head perspective.

Chris, hoping for a collection update video. Have a good day!

I’ve wanted the Chicago’s for the longest time, I just got my lost and founds right before they uploaded this video

My pair came in today and holy damn I love them

I wish these were a more traditional release but still really, really want these. I hope they're are as easy to get as the 97 Silver Bullets. Wishful thinking, I know. Multiple raffles, here I come!

I love the Spawn shirt man. Hopefully, the remake turns out good.

I got a pair of dunks and the toe box is like that, makes them look totally different while wearing them

I can’t wait for my pair

Got exclusive access can’t wait to get them!🔥

Agreed!!!! They for sure do not check the quality control!!! Goat should only be passing through the best quality pairs for each sell!!!

Bro… you’re Spawn shirt is so freaking dope dude 🫡

I've had GOAT pull that bs with the 'creased toe' when unworn, and a tiny natural line. It was a double up I decided to let go of. I just said I wouldn't offer a discount because it wasn't a flaw, and the buyer accepted 🤷‍♂️

the goat sneaker reviewer

Awesome vlog

The shoes fire but that Spawn shirt takes the cake too 🔥

What’s up WT great review! I thought instant purchase selection on Goat was a consignment inventory? Didn’t think that was goat’s personal stock.

I wore mine last night! I love em

Looks like you got a pair of the Air Jordan Lean-On-Me Chicago 1 lol. 😂 I might have to cop a pair too

Need the intel about that Spawn shirt lol You right about about small stores. My friend who’s knows a story told the whole deal and its crazy. Especially to get top tier they gave you crap to sell. It’s nuts.

I really like these shoes, they have great color way and are just like the originals. Its so dumb that it is always so hard to find Jordans that don't cost $500 or more. Stock X is just over priced. But I just wanted to say thanks for doing a review on this shoe!

I really hope I get these. Never had a chance to get me favorite Jordan 1. Not even in 2015. I had just lost my job then so I had other priorities to handle. Now I’m good so I need these in the collection.

I really wish they would’ve made these the ‘85 version. Can’t wait to cop

@WearTesters

Жыл бұрын

Those are coming too. They want all the money.

@hunderskunder2596

Жыл бұрын

@@WearTesters chicago 85s are coming? Where did you hear that?

@turtlezoom11

Жыл бұрын

@@hunderskunder2596 It's inevitable

@AlmostLakai94

Жыл бұрын

@@turtlezoom11 Bred 85s are the one pair of 1s I'm willing to pay decently over retail for whenever they drop 😂

The joke at the beginning about the shoes smelling like mold and not mothballs hits differently now

Great video! I haven't gotten a pair in close to a decade. Are in store raffles still a thing, and if not what methods should I go about for trying to secure a pair?

Beautiful shoe so happy to get my soon hit on a pair for retail

So happy I got these before anyone else did

My first snkrs hit lets go been hype

Sneakerheads saying nah this is not what we asked, let me get 5 pairs 😂

Can’t wait for my pair to get here, arriving Friday and A Ma 4’s Saturday. If all goes well..