Jordan 11 Low "Barons" - Spring 2017

Someone asked about seeing these in person. I never badger a store employee, but oftentimes they will just go back and grab stuff. Especially at stores that aren't necessarily sneakerhead shops as they get excited to find someone else into Jordans. I saw these in person like a month ago when I stopped in asking if they were getting the Barons and what their process would be. That store is getting 50 pairs...5 size 13s (my size) and will do first come, first served on Saturday morning or raffle right then and there that morning if more people than pairs show up early. That's exactly what they did for Space Jams, too.

A Finishline by me is getting 48 pairs...4 size 13s. I was the only person that had submitted info. for a size 13 for their raffle, so they told me I'm pretty much guaranteed, etc. They said they would call Wednesday. I haven't received a call yet. I REALLY believe that FNL and the FTLs in my area backdoor everything and that I will NEVER get a call even though they always tell me it should be no problem, etc. Anyhow, I got an early reserve and locked down one pair and will go look for a double up via retail this weekend.
 
Been looking forward to these for a long time. Will probably cop through SNKRS and then if I don't care for them I'll just return them with ease to a Nike store.
 
@groovemachine  that 20% off is key.  I would be much more enticed to pull the trigger on my reserve pair if I have an extra discount code.  Glad you got your first pair with ease!  Enjoy!
 
citricacidcycle said:
Cool that people are getting to see them early and give their opinions. Helps others who are on the fence (like myself). But when you say "these look off in multiple ways", what exactly do you mean by that? Honest curiosity.
Click to expand...
IMO.  The suede seems of poor quality.  It's mass produced like most other releases, so I don't expect it to be like the suede on a New Balance sneaker that only has a release # of a couple K, but for Jordan standards, I think it's low.  Also, the patent leather.  People keep comparing it to the 72-10s.  It's not even close in hand.  The 72-10s had almost a tumbled leather look with soft 'sparkles' (for lack of an better explanation).  I think that worked really well.  The pattern on this leather looks like a negative image of what you would see if you took a brillo pad to piece of aluminum.  It looks 'off.'  

Simple is better.  These should have simply been black nylon uppper like usual for an 11. Black patent leather like usual for an 11.  And the soles as-is like the 72-10.  That would have been a classic 11 low.  No need to get cute.
 
Last edited:
groovemachine said:
 
Click to expand...
I'll pick these up for under $150.. 
smokin.gif
 
Helps you get headstart on countdown
But honestly depending on where you live you prob won't need to raffle these
These should be an easy cop for everyone
 
Yeah FCFS in my area also (Chicago)
I'm not exaggerating but literally every single FTL near me is getting these
 
Last edited:
groovemachine said:
 
Someone asked about seeing these in person. I never badger a store employee, but oftentimes they will just go back and grab stuff. Especially at stores that aren't necessarily sneakerhead shops as they get excited to find someone else into Jordans. I saw these in person like a month ago when I stopped in asking if they were getting the Barons and what their process would be. That store is getting 50 pairs...5 size 13s (my size) and will do first come, first served on Saturday morning or raffle right then and there that morning if more people than pairs show up early. That's exactly what they did for Space Jams, too.

A Finishline by me is getting 48 pairs...4 size 13s. I was the only person that had submitted info. for a size 13 for their raffle, so they told me I'm pretty much guaranteed, etc. They said they would call Wednesday. I haven't received a call yet. I REALLY believe that FNL and the FTLs in my area backdoor everything and that I will NEVER get a call even though they always tell me it should be no problem, etc. Anyhow, I got an early reserve and locked down one pair and will go look for a double up via retail this weekend.
Click to expand...
What I think SOME stores do is 'cherry pick' submissions.  

What they do is pick people who in the past have reliably showed up to pick up their pair.  Believe it or not, MANY people who enter into these raffles and win don't show up.  In some stores, depending on policy, this can cause extra hassle for employees.  SO...

They pick people from the ticket stubs who they know will show.  Just my opinion.
wink.gif
 

My advise.  Get to know the people in your local store.  Just like anything else.  Network/personal relationships.  Sounds like you're kinda doing that, so I don't know about this exact store.  But that usually does the trick for getting your ticket picked on a consistent basis.  Enter raffles regularly. And when you do win, make sure you pick-up.
 
Last edited:
This is the most Reservations I've received in one week. Wheat SB's,KD X's and now these......
 
hsiman15 said:
 
@groovemachine  that 20% off is key.  I would be much more enticed to pull the trigger on my reserve pair if I have an extra discount code.  Glad you got your first pair with ease!  Enjoy!
Click to expand...
Thanks! I've been excited about the Barons since I first saw pics and seeing them in-hand cemented it for me as I actually really like them. I've worn my Space Jams 3 times, but I'll rock Barons all the time and beat them into the ground. XI lows are really comfortable for me, so this is a great wearable shoe IMHO.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

therealest1
Jordan XI Low Diffused Blue - August 17, 2024
Replies
8
Views
2K
The_Isomotion31
The_Isomotion31
therealest1
Jordan 2 Low Cherry Blossom - 2024
Replies
2
Views
808
sneakaprince
sneakaprince
therealest1
Jordan III Wings - Fall 2024
Replies
4
Views
6K
6pac
6pac
therealest1
Jordan III Quai 54 - Summer 2024
Replies
4
Views
2K
truenike81
truenike81
therealest1
Jordan IV RM
Replies
16
Views
3K
Public Enemy
Public Enemy

The ultimate sneaker enthusiast community.

NikeTalk was created as a way of giving back to both the sneaker enthusiast community and to the greater global community of which we are all a part.

NikeTalk is NOT affiliated with Nike Inc. in any way, shape, or form. All opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Nike, Inc.

© 1999-2024 NikeTalk.com

Share this page

Back
Top Bottom