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Damn, they keep lookin better. Where you get those from?
LeBron XI WTL(US 9/13), Maison Collection(8/23) - Updated 8/18
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this is just a pick i seen on twitter... ill be getting my pair from fnl if i decide to get them, so i can use a wc coupon
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how did you get them early?
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it's just a pic i seen on twitter... i forgot to mention that when i posted
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And...? What do you think? How's the fit?
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yeah, some say tts and some say up a half size.. ill most likely grab these online if my local fnl doesn't get them
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For posterity
My LeBron XI Parachute Gold Review
Initial impressions: Obviously coming from the LeBron X and X PS Elite, expectations were fairly high in terms of comfort. While many disagree about the aesthetics of the X, none that wore or played in them for any amount of time could legitimately argue its comfort level. The XI's did not disappoint here. The immediate comfort was quite surprising, these feel like they've already been "broken in" and the accessibility is much improved. My biggest gripe with the X was they came factory laced like competition figure skates, and the lacing system was so rigid, it was no easy task to get them loose enough to even get your ankle into the shoe. These are quite the opposite in this regard, the laces free easily, the foot slides easily into place, and the lacing system flows without effort in obtaining a secure fit.
Comfort & Fit: The biggest change that worried many was the removal of the full 360 zoom air bag, and the addition of the "armorposite" materials. It seemed from design and pictures, the XI would be more "rigid" more "mechanical" in fit. Despite the tough exterior, the XI upper of the shoe is very soft and "mesh" like around the mid foot and leading up through the ankle support, very spongy and "glove" like in feel. As for fit, a nice change of pace with the XI going much more true to size, not only in length but considerably in width. I felt the 8's and X's had been remarkably narrow, and the 8,9,and X had also become a bit shorter in comparison to the 7 and prior models. The XI feels much more like the sizing scale that was abandoned for a few years, but present in the II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII. In comparison I wore a 10.0 in all X's (including Elites and lows) but these XI's are a 9.5 and fit perfectly. My true size is usually a 10.0, sometimes a 9.5 in Jordans. The tongue is similar to the X, mesh up to the point of the badge that houses the logo, but feels a little more solid, and feels a little thicker, really wraps nicely when laced up, seems like it will stay firmly in place.
Technology: Obviously the lunarlon sole paired with the full (mostly full) length zoom air is the base of this beast. The best way I can describe it is a very firm mattress, which is responsive, but not "springy." The X was very "springy" and soft, these feel much more low to the ground (stable) aggressively geared to sharp cuts, momentum changes, transition from toe to heel, with pure responsiveness being the ultimate goal here. The "armorposite" is much more fluid than appearances suggest. It sort of shapes and curves the body of the shoe but the flywire and mesh inserts provide the secondary support through the foot. The mesh inserts on the sides create the "glove" like feel when these are secured on foot and laced for action. The mesh moves around the foot easily, and the improved lacing secures the fit with a sturdy lockdown. The lacing is probably my favorite improvement, so much easier to get on and off in a hurry. The X laces always seem to free themselves loose as well, these seem like they will "stick" in place and not come undone, based on the short hoop session I put them through.
Weight: These are insanely lightweight. Holding them in my hand it felt like I was holding a Nike Free running shoe. The materials really combined nicely to make this the lightest LeBron we have seen. I'm sure the Kobe 9 will decimate the weight department in this years signature lineup, but for a LeBron shoe, the XI is incredibly light. I didn't get a chance to put them on the scale myself, but will definitely do so soon. (I never trust the "factory weight" specs on anything, have to see it myself)
Traction: Another improvement is the traction. The X was not "bad" in traction on court, but wasn't "great" either. I personally felt the 8 had the best traction pattern of the last few years on court. The pattern on the XI is a tad deeper in terms of grooving, and has some nice elements that wrap around the sole of the shoe, giving you ultimate traction in quick movements. I really felt I had maximum stability in explosive movements to the rim, and that changing direction on the fly is what these were made for. Will be interesting to see how they wear over time, but the outsole seems durable in appearance, and the pattern seems like it will hold up fairly good. The traction patterns on the outsole are divided into "pods" front and back, a la Jordan XX8. The dividing shank is not quite as deeply recessed, so they maintain that race car type low to the ground feel. The shank is not really noticeable on foot, and the pods feel solid, but not extremely differentiated when moving. The feel is extremely close to the floor, with maximum feel and the no lag time when changing direction, or rollover on cuts and jumps due to the removal of the air bag. Responsiveness is again what they seem to be tailored for.
Overall: If you want the the "latest and greatest" when stepping onto the court, these could be for you from a technical standpoint. Lightweight, comfortable, easily accessible, stable yet extremely responsive, little rollover in movements, aggressively engineered for one of the games most explosive and aggressive players. I can easily see guards wearing these for the lightweight and lower cut, but think that unless you are a giant center, most on court can also wear them from guards to forwards, which essentially is LeBron these days. The price is steep, (but cheaper than Jordan XX8's and Foamposites) as expected, and I'm not entirely sure the materials and technology warranted the full $20 increase over the X, but we know how that works, and this could be the "3-peat" shoe, so I'm sure it won't stop many. With my limited use, I think this shoe would be well suited for most positions (I myself play SG-Small Forward) but may be lacking for those players that are larger, and need a lot of "cushion" to make it through a long game. The heel cushioning and fit is another unexposed gem on the XI. The fit is grabbing in the heel, but well cushioned and secure, working with the deep pocketed sole, that sits firmly in place, and holds your foot extremely stern in place while running. I am impressed by the fit and the support that is offered in such a light weight shoe. I do think Nike nailed what they were after on this one, but that was an aggressive, responsive, lightweight shoe for the games top player. Non-basketball wearers might not feel the "great" satisfaction from these that they have from some of the more "casual" shoes of the past due to it's complex character and composition. Aesthetically it is a different "look" then we've ever seen from this line, I myself have had to stare at it for some time now, still am.
I'm sure I forgot somethings, but feel free to give me a shout if you have any questions I missed. As always, just my thoughts, everyone will have differing opinions and conclusions from their own experiences with this shoe.
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I say they for tts. And I said the kings whatever earlier. I've been out of it. But I got the gold parachute pair listed above. I'm not on all the nicknames as of right now. I just picked em up. I went tts on the last few sigs as well when most went a half size up so I say they fit the same as the nines and 10s
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I followed this until you said they fit the same as the 9s and 10s
IMO the 9s and 10s fit completely different.. a size 10 in the 9s are snug on me, while a size 10 in the Xs are a little loose on me
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I think this shoe could be nice with the black and green glow color way like the soldiers..
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This is why I want to believe DW's review so much.
VII = TTS
VIII = .5 short
IX = .5 - full size short
X = .5 short
XI = ???
That's exactly how the past models have fit for me. And moving up to a 15 isn't very comfortable. Going TTS with the XI and hoping it works out.
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Damn, haven't seen the BIgBrandon SN in a LeBron thread in a minute.
I know you be lurking though.
Congrats on the KOTJ pickup.
Looks like I might miss out on picking up a pair.
I know you be lurking though.
Congrats on the KOTJ pickup.
Looks like I might miss out on picking up a pair.
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Based on the early reviews on fit, i'm gonna gamble with TTS. Went .5 up the last three years, hopefully TTS works out.
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IX and X fit the same to me they were .5 too small (I'm normally a 10.5 in everything but Jordans which I'm a 10).
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I had the same opinion on 9's and 10's. 10.5 in 9's and a 10.0 in X's, and now wear a 10.0 in XI's.
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9s were .5 up for comfort on me but tts was ok except on the mangos. Size 11 felt almost like 10.5! I'mma gamble tts since I think they'll make more 11s than 11.5s.
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In your review you said your XI's were 9.5's
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opening night colorway?
opening night colorway?
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....Custom pair of LeBron X's.
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Probably the only pair of XI's that I will be getting.
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How come Lebron aint regularly rocking the 11s is it cause they havent been released yet? Its like weird cause its only week before release
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^^^Same here...
I'm kinda happy about not being into any of the other c/w's so far.
I don't think I'll ever go as hard as I did on the X's with another sig model.
7 pair and I'm still contemplating going back and getting about 3 more.
I'm kinda happy about not being into any of the other c/w's so far.
I don't think I'll ever go as hard as I did on the X's with another sig model.
7 pair and I'm still contemplating going back and getting about 3 more.
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Damn, haven't seen the BIgBrandon SN in a LeBron thread in a minute.
I know you be lurking though.
Congrats on the KOTJ pickup.
Looks like I might miss out on picking up a pair.
Yeah I been lurking a tiny bit. Here and there to sort of. Trying to keep up. With the kids getting older dang near impossible to keep up on all these releases.
