Air Jordan 11 Cmft Low Review

 Dribble Media is here to provide sneakerheads with the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low Review.

Responding to the plea of the public, Jordan Brand released the CMFT version of the Air Jordan 11 earlier this year. The question now is whether this sneaker can satisfy everyone’s expectations.

Months after Jordan Brand reintroduced the CMFT line, the Jumpan team has made another release of the CMFT line. This time, the iteration was made through the iconic Air Jordan 11.

You may start to wonder why the term “re-introduced” was used considering that the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT was just released. Well, a lot may be unaware of this, but Jordan Brand initially released a CMFT line way back in 2011. That CMFT pair is more known as the Jordan CMFT Max Air 12.

The Jordan CMFT Max Air 12 was a nod to the Jumpman team’s very own Air Jordan 12. While the CMFT line could be a potential talk of the town in 2011 given its reputation of comfortability, the line did not age well since enthusiasts looked for something similar from the source of inspiration.

Almost a decade has passed when Jordan Brand pumped up sneakerheads with the introduction of the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT. Not only that this version of the Air Jordan 1 is very comfortable, but it also almost looks the same as the OG.

With every collector’s hopes at the ceiling with the massive release of a variety of colorways of the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT, everyone turned their attention to the recently-released CMFT version of the Air Jordan 11.
TO KNOW WHETHER THIS CMFT ITERATION IS WORTH A THUMBS-UP, READ DRIBBLE MEDIA’S REVIEW ON THE AIR JORDAN 11 CMFT LOW.

AESTHETICS

Let’s be honest. We all hoped that the Jordan Brand did the same to the Air Jordan 11 CMFT as what they did with the Air Jordan 1 Zoom CMFT. However, everybody’s excitement was suddenly extinguished like when you pour water on fire.

From an aesthetics standpoint, it’s very evident that the pair is miles away from the original style of the Air Jordan 11. The only angle that it somehow looks the same is on the top view.

On the other hand, the toe box gives off shadows of the Air Jordan 11. But aside from these, the pair may seem like a regular lifestyle sneaker built with the touch of Air Jordan 11.

Its appearance alone is enough to make a lot of collectors disappointed since there are almost no similarities at all from the OG. But at the end of the day, it will still boil down to one’s preference.

MATERIALS

Just like the OG Air Jordan 11, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low is infused with patent leather. However, the quality of the patent leather used in both pairs is quite different from one another, especially in the case of the most recent releases of the OG. In the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low, the patent is more like the older releases of the Air Jordan 11.

Along with the signature patent leather, the pair is also infused with suede on the front and leather at the back for additional aesthetics and durability. The mesh material is integrated with TPU for better ventilation.

OVERALL PERFORMANCE OF THE AIR JORDAN 11 CMFT LOW

Despite its not-so-pleasing and hope-crushing appearance, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low can actually live up to its name.

Appearance aside, this lifestyle pair is very comfortable. This top-notch comfort experience is brought by the state-of-the-art cushion set-up. Though the implementation is different, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low is infused with a full-length Cushlon for superior comfort, just like the Nike Lebron 19.

The only difference with the set-up of the two aforementioned pairs is that the Kobe 6 Protro has the Cushlon fully implemented side by side and supported by the Zoom tech in the midfoot. On the other hand, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low’s Cushlon is only implemented on the midfoot.

Despite this set-up, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low still has enough spring and bounce to provide comfort for a long period of time. Longevity-wise, the sneaker is definitely a thumbs-up.

In addition to its superb comfort, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low is infused with ortholite insoles. However, it’s worth taking note that unlike the OG, the CMFT version has no torsional plate.

So if you are thinking or considering playing hoops with this sneaker, then sorry to burst your bubble but you just can’t. Besides, the Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low is designed for casual and lifestyle use only, not for lebron 8.

Finally, the pair’s traction is way different from the OG Air Jordan 11. The Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low is a bit inconsistent with its outsole. Some parts have a smooth texture while the pivotal areas such as the heel and forefoot have herringbone pattern. The outsole pattern is a given.

Despite the herringbone on the forefoot and heel, there is no way that the other areas of the outsole can survive when playing hoops indoors or outdoors. Its smooth texture is not suitable for good grip in lateral movements.

SIZE AND FITTING

The Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low runs big. It’s advisable to go half or even full size down for better fitting. If possible, try to fit a pair first to determine the perfect size.