This vid is pure facts!!!!! Man we all wish we knew the knowledge you spoke of years ago so hopefully now someone can learn from your mistakes. I finally completed my 1991 and 1992 Air Jordan collection and thank god I know how to sole swap because paying people to restore kicks is expensive!!! Great vid
Here's my experience with crumbling/crackling: 1. My BHM 3's that were LIGHTLY used cracked after 2nd wear in 2021. The midsoles were springy, and no cloudy air bubble. That means that if the shoe is a decade old, but hasn't been worn enough, expect the possibility of cracking 2. All of my 2006 5's were well worn, had foggy bubbles, and cracked soon after wear. If you see a foggy bubble, just know that it WILL crack/crumble soon. 3. My Wolf Grey 5's just had their first small crack. still wearable, and i will probably be able to walk in them for a while because the crack isn't in an important location, but again, no foggy bubble, and the midsole was very springy. it was also well worn when i got it. the age alone put it at risk 4. My citrus 7's soles hardened. I bought a pair of beat up donors for 10 bucks that I will be using for the swap. They needed a full re-glue anyway I've learned to midsole swap, so that's what I'm currently doing with all my cracked shoes. It's very rewarding. I use hybrid jordans like son of mars for the 5's for example, or, i just buy quality fakes from weidian to get a brand new midsole for cheap
My expensive 5 year old Meindl hiking boots have a polyurethane midsole. They crumbled then the rubber soles fell off. Keep on speaking up. People should know before they buy.
I always wondered if there is a way to prevent it from crumbling. Maybe soaking it in water for that the sole can retain some sort of moisture to give it flexibility??? Would be interesting to even try
water is partially what causes crumbling. hydrolysis and oxidation are what deteriorates midsoles. it's inevitable. no point fighting it. just learn how to midsole swap like i did
There's something weird about wearing sneakers. It's as though our possessions absorb our life force. I have a pair of Jordan 5's fire reds that I still wear every other day. However, had I left them in the box, they would have probably crumbled if I put them on now.
Super helpful man thank you! I just picked up a pair of 2001 mocha 3s. The back tab is cracking and the soles seem a bit spongy but really not bad. Do you think wearing them around the house for some time and short distances outside will build the resilience in them? Or once it’s done, it’s done? Thanks for your content
Yo- definitely keep that leather conditioned and if the paint/protective layer is too badly worn, it has to be protected. That's the main cause of cracking.
Ive purchased the worn Raging bulls fives from 2009. The upper netting and sole has a little bit yellowing and the air bubble is semi clear, not as clear as new. Can you please predict how long will they last?
Make a video like tutorial of how to get our sneaker for longtime if we have DS or UNDS but want to have for more than 10 years, light, tempetature, keep in OG box with or without paper, walked your DS sneaker each month around house etc etc.
Ive got some nike air solo flights from 1990, they look perfect, but since they are eva, like you said their due date is long past. I wanna wear em real bad but I can't think of anything I can sole swap them with or if I can replace the middle at all. Anyone got any thoughts on how I can make em wearable?
Wish I had known this before I bought a rarely used Columbia 4s. Looked very good, no sole separation, little toe crease. But when I tried them on for a second time, the midsole on one of them started crumbling. I got it for very cheap because seller was decluttering, but man, I don't wanna wear them anymore for fear of them falling apart if I go out 😂
Hi friend, would it be safe to buy and wear a pair of deadstock Jordan 2 from early 2014? I want to buy them but don’t want them to fall apart on me lol any kind of feedback is greatly appreciated 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Hey Man! I have a question to ask. If any Air Jordan 2-11 from 2016 to 2019 are still DS or Brand New. Can they still be wearable? I'm really thinking of getting True Blue 3s and an Air Jordan 8 that's released during those times. Do you think they'll be prone to sole seperation or cracking the moment I wear them? Thanks!
God I hope someone can help me. I’m thinking of getting the ‘05 undefeated dunks and I can’t tell whether to buy DS and risk a ruined sole or buy used so I know the soles are wearable
So essentially you want an all leather sneaker with a good Vibram sole and everything stitched instead of glued. That's why you'll see $300+ boot owners say their shoes get better as the decades go..
Hey I know this video is old but I had a question kinda related to this video. What material makes up the jordan 1/2/10 outsoles? You seem knowledgeable on the subject and idk where to find this information.
@@cnl151 fr? I feel like 8 years is a long time especially if they haven't been worn at all since they deteriorate faster if they're not worn at all. I wanna buy them but I don't wanna pay so much money for a shoe that's just gonna break apart if I wear it
hi, how long will it take for the airmax 90 to crumble? i recently bought two 2021 models, not sure if they updated the midsole or not. im able to wear it once or twice a month only.
If it’s used yes but be cautious. Any 4s or 3s like he said is total garbage after couple years. DS lightning 4s u wanna spend some money on restorations
bruh! mf's are paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars for these Jordans and even dieing over then. And these pieces of shit are crumbling and falling apart after 20 years? I figured Jordans lasted forever. I've never owned a pair because I always thought the hype and chaos surrounding them was ridiculous. I've always been a Nike runner style shoe anyways. But damn! these shoes are junk after a few years 👌🏽
That's terrible you save your money. You buy some nice sneakers and for the sneakers to rotten like that. That's just terrible Nike don't care they're going to buy the most cheapest material pennies could buy😂😂 and that's what they do. They laugh at us. That's crazy
keep up the quality content man, you're filling a niche I never knew I needed
Whoever disliked this video is a hater. This man puts out the most interesting sneaker videos on TH-cam
This vid is pure facts!!!!! Man we all wish we knew the knowledge you spoke of years ago so hopefully now someone can learn from your mistakes. I finally completed my 1991 and 1992 Air Jordan collection and thank god I know how to sole swap because paying people to restore kicks is expensive!!! Great vid
Dude , your content is lowkey and is very educational. Thanks for this vid bro!
I'd love to see a restoration/soleswap video on a pair of OG Air Revs! Such a perfect shoe, the retro's have not done it justice
Here's my experience with crumbling/crackling:
1. My BHM 3's that were LIGHTLY used cracked after 2nd wear in 2021. The midsoles were springy, and no cloudy air bubble. That means that if the shoe is a decade old, but hasn't been worn enough, expect the possibility of cracking
2. All of my 2006 5's were well worn, had foggy bubbles, and cracked soon after wear. If you see a foggy bubble, just know that it WILL crack/crumble soon.
3. My Wolf Grey 5's just had their first small crack. still wearable, and i will probably be able to walk in them for a while because the crack isn't in an important location, but again, no foggy bubble, and the midsole was very springy. it was also well worn when i got it. the age alone put it at risk
4. My citrus 7's soles hardened. I bought a pair of beat up donors for 10 bucks that I will be using for the swap. They needed a full re-glue anyway
I've learned to midsole swap, so that's what I'm currently doing with all my cracked shoes. It's very rewarding. I use hybrid jordans like son of mars for the 5's for example, or, i just buy quality fakes from weidian to get a brand new midsole for cheap
What about Air Force Ones? I want to buy a pair of LeBron Forces from 03 but i'm afraid they might crumble
My expensive 5 year old Meindl hiking boots have a polyurethane midsole. They crumbled then the rubber soles fell off. Keep on speaking up. People should know before they buy.
Rubber Renue is really nice, it took my 80s nike runners from slippy to grippy with that and some general wearage after application
Is there any type of way you would apply the rubber renue
@@Motown. soak a cloth or cotton ball and apply liberally
Sometimes the rubber can be too far gone though...
@@nikelquint ok thx
@@nikelquint would it work on Nike dunks tho
I always wondered if there is a way to prevent it from crumbling. Maybe soaking it in water for that the sole can retain some sort of moisture to give it flexibility??? Would be interesting to even try
water is partially what causes crumbling. hydrolysis and oxidation are what deteriorates midsoles. it's inevitable. no point fighting it. just learn how to midsole swap like i did
Really excited that you've started doing more of a variety of videos! Love it man
youre right abt 3's. my 2011 true blues and 2013 fire reds crumbled at the same time in 2015
There's something weird about wearing sneakers. It's as though our possessions absorb our life force. I have a pair of Jordan 5's fire reds that I still wear every other day. However, had I left them in the box, they would have probably crumbled if I put them on now.
Super helpful man thank you! I just picked up a pair of 2001 mocha 3s. The back tab is cracking and the soles seem a bit spongy but really not bad. Do you think wearing them around the house for some time and short distances outside will build the resilience in them? Or once it’s done, it’s done? Thanks for your content
I bought some 2009 carmine 6s they look almost ds but the air unit is clear . 😢
I was very confused About the Air Yeezy in combination with that Video title lol. Once These become unwearable I know I'm getting old
Yeezys are starting to crumble. They're hitting the age. Have a pair in the shop for a swap rn. The foam midsoles usually only last 10 years
Hey bro! Great vid btw. May i ask if there is a way to prevent leather cracking ,let's say a badly creased toe box of a jordan 1?
Yo- definitely keep that leather conditioned and if the paint/protective layer is too badly worn, it has to be protected. That's the main cause of cracking.
Ive purchased the worn Raging bulls fives from 2009. The upper netting and sole has a little bit yellowing and the air bubble is semi clear, not as clear as new. Can you please predict how long will they last?
Will the Jordan 4 bred from the countdown pack(2008) crumble if it was used?
My Experience was with the Air Jordan 7 Olympic 2004 ENITRE back part of sneaker 23 and sole fell off EMBARRASSING AF
Any way to fix hardend soles?
Make a video like tutorial of how to get our sneaker for longtime if we have DS or UNDS but want to have for more than 10 years, light, tempetature, keep in OG box with or without paper, walked your DS sneaker each month around house etc etc.
It’s 2024. Will some Ds Jordan 9s crumble from 2012?
Ive got some nike air solo flights from 1990, they look perfect, but since they are eva, like you said their due date is long past. I wanna wear em real bad but I can't think of anything I can sole swap them with or if I can replace the middle at all. Anyone got any thoughts on how I can make em wearable?
Wish I had known this before I bought a rarely used Columbia 4s. Looked very good, no sole separation, little toe crease. But when I tried them on for a second time, the midsole on one of them started crumbling.
I got it for very cheap because seller was decluttering, but man, I don't wanna wear them anymore for fear of them falling apart if I go out 😂
hello man how did those 4s age? did they crumble on you?
@@skullboi3626 yeah, they did crumble. I ended up having it resoled
@@mosheep was it expensive to have done?
@@skullboi3626 I think it depends on the shop/person. I spent almost 100 USD on mine
About how many years on average until that foam gets soft and crumbles
I just got a pair of 05 5s and they’re wearable but I want to take the precautions of maintaining wearability so how would that work..
8:59 what song is it?
I bought Nike Jordan 1 seafoams so I'm not wearing them frequently so will the sole crumble ?
What should I do if a leather tongue starts flaking on a vintage pair of af2
Is there any possible way of replacing the Crumbled midsole of nike airjordon 8 retro?
Got a pair of saucony high rollers that I put on the other day and I started sliding like I was on ice skates such a shame when the sole hardens
Always a Jordan crumbling.
At least Sb dunks maintain structure. Not always, but can't fault a dunk.
I’m looking at buying an air max 97 pair that were released in 2017 on stock x which is 5 years ago now do you reckon the soles will be ok???
Are Nike boots from 1993 still wearable
is there a general rule,like if i were to buy a 5 year old shoe.Would it be wearable?
Are Raging bulls fives 2009 is safe from crumble?.....
Hi friend, would it be safe to buy and wear a pair of deadstock Jordan 2 from early 2014? I want to buy them but don’t want them to fall apart on me lol any kind of feedback is greatly appreciated 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I’m on the fence with u got a pair of 2012 I tried it on once this year and the paint cracked now in too scared to wear cause it might crumble
Hey what’s that shoe called that you pulled out at 3:37? The disguised condition?
Those are called Nike Air Revolution 1988. Disguised condition prolly means it looks all good and shit but once u wear it it dies instantly
Can the Nike Air Revolution's be sole swapped from the early 00s?
My question sir, is boost gonna crumble too? I already sold my jordan 3 to 11 because i want my sneakers to last like jordan 1 and dunks. Thanks
Particularly the Yeezy
Is there any difference in the sky Jordan 1 vs the air Jordan 1 other than the sky was made for women and kids?
Hey Man! I have a question to ask. If any Air Jordan 2-11 from 2016 to 2019 are still DS or Brand New. Can they still be wearable? I'm really thinking of getting True Blue 3s and an Air Jordan 8 that's released during those times. Do you think they'll be prone to sole seperation or cracking the moment I wear them? Thanks!
Can you apply sole protectors to 85's or any other classic jordan? Or will that damage the rubber.
U got to be careful when u take it down man.
@@30hours51 I appreciate the reply
I have 2001 royals and the sole is extremely soft and flexible and they hurt to wear them. How can I fix this without doing a sole swap?
Do you think that a pair of Jordan 4 oreo 2015 in a pristine condition is still wearable?
That rule you mentioned with buying a used older model vs DS would you apply that to an SB mid model from 2008?
What an informative video! I was looking at some Santana High's and I think ima pull the trigger after watching this.
God I hope someone can help me. I’m thinking of getting the ‘05 undefeated dunks and I can’t tell whether to buy DS and risk a ruined sole or buy used so I know the soles are wearable
So essentially you want an all leather sneaker with a good Vibram sole and everything stitched instead of glued. That's why you'll see $300+ boot owners say their shoes get better as the decades go..
Just bought a ds dmp 9/14 pack from 08. Do you think they will crumble ??
Would you consider DS infrared 6s (2010 pack) wearable?
Probably not, Jordan’s in general that are over 10 years old and DS will fall apart fast. SB’s last
I’m in the market for cdp shadow 10s from 2008 and purple pigeon sbs. Thoughts on wearability? Both would be worn pairs
Hey I know this video is old but I had a question kinda related to this video. What material makes up the jordan 1/2/10 outsoles? You seem knowledgeable on the subject and idk where to find this information.
Damn should've known on my 06 Metallic 5s 😖
If a buy the white cement 4s that came out in 2016 will they crumble fast?
hello no bro u got like 5 or 6 years left on those
@@cnl151 fr? I feel like 8 years is a long time especially if they haven't been worn at all since they deteriorate faster if they're not worn at all. I wanna buy them but I don't wanna pay so much money for a shoe that's just gonna break apart if I wear it
How about Jordan 5?.....
only nike shoes have this kind of problem?
Does Foamposite crumble? Do you think it's okay to buy a 10yr old foam shoe? Thanks.
They don’t they are literal tanks
I’m thinking about buying a pair of 04 Olympic 7s, that aren’t DS, is it possible they may crack like the 6s or 8s?
Yeah that's going to be iffy on that pair. You should be good but I would be cautious about expecting a long life out of them..
VintageKicksGallery Thanks for the reply back I was just curious
@@VintageKicksGallery what about for a pair of dunk low tekashi brand new from 2007
What’s the email so I can finalize the stencils deal?
hi, how long will it take for the airmax 90 to crumble? i recently bought two 2021 models, not sure if they updated the midsole or not. im able to wear it once or twice a month only.
Like over 10 years
I found a pair of cool grey 3s for 60 bucks, from ‘07, after I watched this I’m apprehensive lol
This is the dude I wanna hang out w if one day I became famous bc of sneakers and also Seth Fowler. Only those two dudes.
All these years later and yet they still use that garbage on the midsoles smh.
are lightning 4s safe to wear?
If it’s used yes but be cautious. Any 4s or 3s like he said is total garbage after couple years. DS lightning 4s u wanna spend some money on restorations
bruh! mf's are paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars for these Jordans and even dieing over then. And these pieces of shit are crumbling and falling apart after 20 years? I figured Jordans lasted forever. I've never owned a pair because I always thought the hype and chaos surrounding them was ridiculous. I've always been a Nike runner style shoe anyways.
But damn! these shoes are junk after a few years 👌🏽
My 94 AF1 jewels thank you for this video
Thanks man🥰
Now I’m sure that I Can wear both of my j4 classic green pairs🥰
This Channel should be more popular, but at the same it shouldnt since the Japan market will explode 🤷🏼♂️
Jordan 3, shattered backtab. lmao
Thanks for the info
great video!
Come on guys drop some likes for this man, 2.3k views should get him 1k+ likes
2-9s will crumble
Awsome video
Nothing can’t be solved with shoe goo and paint !
That's terrible you save your money. You buy some nice sneakers and for the sneakers to rotten like that. That's just terrible Nike don't care they're going to buy the most cheapest material pennies could buy😂😂 and that's what they do. They laugh at us. That's crazy
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woah
Early gang
Do 11s harden?