Air Jordan 12 White / Game Royal

[@DOHCtorJ]

"Quality inspired by the cheapest labor force ever." 😂😂😂

[@troykindle4539]

[@travionjohnson3975]

Every shoe company use the cheapest material and use better materials on certain shoes.

[@DOHCtorJ]

@travionjohnson3975 I agree. Believe New Balance is made in the USA, so at least they aren't paying their workforce 2 dollars a day...

[@travionjohnson3975]

@ I’m not defending Nike just saying all big corporations are full of it. New Balance better cause they mainly for walking but I’ve heard they hooping shoes comfortable too

[@WORMbig56]

​@@travionjohnson3975 no they do not.

[@Turbokitten643]

I've never seen Chris so disappointed. This hurts.

[@Nosignature]

Watch the Jumpman pro video, most heartbroken I’ve seen Chris

[@tay8849]

Exactly this wasn't the review I was expecting

[@Supranovas]

Chris is a slob not a crab

[@edgard.4892]

Nike’s quality control is getting worse and worse.

[@YOUNGMIXEDMUTT]

You’re not lying, not even just Jordan’s, ALL NIKES.

[@andyjor574]

Looking forward to next year's Flu Game and Taxi 12s. They better not mess it up.

[@gregorysexton4045]

Yeah, they better do the Taxi right.

[@markvilla8703]

depends which Vietnam factory they'll be assigned to.

[@WORMbig56]

Hate to break it to you the quality is getting worse EVERY release. Force workers to work more without adequate pay. You get what you pay for 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@markvilla8703]

@WORMbig56 That's unfortunate. My J11 Legend Blues turned out okay. Luck of the draw I guess.

[@chuckhill2379]

I still want them 😅

[@petemartin7350]

Since I've found your channel I never usually buy a shoe until you review them haha, so happy you made a review on these!

[@oriong2399]

I got a buddy who is super into getting UAs and this is one of the reasons why… often times they are put together better and have better materials Nike QC has gone to shit when the “fakes” do it better

[@kp7071]

That buddy is me 🙋🏼‍♂️

[@rasicomega]

No such thing as UA, they're just fakes.

[@777bhana]

@@oriong2399 what’s a good site to go to???

[@mr_216]

You don’t belong here 😂🙅🏾‍♂️

[@Antoinemalone]

Me to. People will learn eventually. UA all day for me!

[@SUPERHITTA1]

I bet Santa Claus would wear a pair of the bred 11s

[@Bmg312]

Devils wear red

[@Mezclado]

@@Bmg312 santa wears red

[@bryanhinkle8891]

Absolutely

[@CleverDowed]

I'm Santa. No I would. Maybe bred 4$

[@vivansalvi7904]

Cherry 12s

[@GodCipherDevineTV7]

Kicks is dope ! I think if u loosen up laces your get rid of the hump. Very clean dope colorway

[@15my-own-way81]

Exactly. To be honest I was waiting for him to lay out more of what was wrong with the shoe but he kept pointing out positives 😂

[@DaddyLondon]

Mins are fire

[@stevenwilliams4211]

Love my pair!

[@Ghost2thapost]

I just got my pair today and the only flaw I see is a little crease on the tongue but that’s easy to get out just stuff them for a while before wearing them. Other then that they’re dope af 🔥

[@bigdkincaid]

Santa Claus was wearing the 1985 Air Jordan 1 Bred in the original commercial where he played Michael Jordan 1 on 1. I believe Santa Won. Check it out!

[@tay8849]

Well damn I wasn't expecting this 😂you saved me a few dollars. I appreciate you

[@Scott.A.Hettenbach]

My favorite part of the OG's was the translucent red outsole, and they've never done that correctly on a retro UNTIL NOW?!?! Like why JB? Why has the 12 never gotten a proper retro treatment, what ever happened to the "remastered program?"

[@Midnightbluez123]

I really like u and your wife dive into the pros and cons, and how u go into detail and stories telling when reviewing shoes! 👍

[@davidjackson6289]

Mine had the small hump I switched out some old shoe caps from an old pair and put it in these to let it form and loosen up the strings. It looks good now. Other than that, mine look fantastic

[@biggieterantino4734]

Chris don't tell me that man I was really excited about these 12s

[@CryptoRickyRich]

Me too man

[@douglasjones6960]

Bro, me too. That color had me, but now the look got me now. Doug aka Fresh

[@xzillione]

Ditto lol i actually play in them

[@xzillione]

@@biggieterantino4734 i looked at every pair i own and they all have this hump u cannot see it when u put them on .. pretty sure its just the way its laced and packaged

[@integrafreak1]

This year Santa is rocking some B-grade Photo Blue 9’s

[@themadthinker]

Chris they tied them too tight. Loosing them up. They'll get better.

[@EverythingIsMahogany]

So you and Jay the Sneaker guy both use the same travel bags 😂

[@jasoncotoni7376]

Copped these for my son hopefully the quality is good on his pair. Always appreciate the reviews and tech specs

[@jonathanmundy5778]

Had a pair of 12s like this, but in a navy/indigo, back in 5th grade. Sickest shit ever! I remember showing up to a game with these on and balled OUT!

[@dennisclemons4415]

Ive been waiting for these since I first saw them, but your input has me second guessing. Gotta see em in person 🙏🏽. Santa is wearing red flint 13s or cherry 12s

[@BrianBlakemore]

Santa is rocking all black Air Force One highs with the the straps fastened 😮

[@walt.rbeatz7845]

Jordan brand in 2025 is looking just as epic as they did in 2016 with original colorways

[@Lookylooky-vv2vm]

If the quality is terrible it wouldn't matter

[@thestarseeker8196]

I think Santa is rocking a pair of Jordan Pro Strong breds; he’s gotta keep it fly, but I mean he’s also a down-to-earth dude (for someone who drives a space sleigh), he likes what he likes and wears what works. Rumor has it he’s getting his own signature model…

[@macayetano]

Another great overall video review!! Thank you, as always to Mr. Chris and Mrs. Jodi for all their efforts and time!! Always very much appreciated!! As for this Air Jordan 12 XII retro, great colorway but, passing considering the lack of quality control with that hump on the shoe. Being an OG shoe head, I'll stick to the original colorway of the 12's. As for what would Santa Claus be wearing, IMHO, the Air Jordan 1 black/red/white a.k.a. the "banned" shoe.

[@Drohead20]

My cherries have that bulge too. 12s are so bad right now. They can’t get it right.lace eyelits are also too far apart.

[@izzike6]

Chris, you were right. i had to go thru 3 boxes in store just to take the best right and left pair out of the 3 😮

[@aristosachaion_]

It's crazy that the quality was professional levels of ass on this release because 12s already don't come out very often. It's not quite on the same one per year release schedule that the 11s are on, but you can count the amount of 12 retros we got this year on one hand and have fingers to spare. They got _zero_ excuse for this shoddy craftsmanship.

[@jpbailey]

Agree with you 100% Chris. Got my pair in the mail and they’re so bad they almost look fake lol. Price increases for this quality?

[@nyjets1984]

Wow glad I saw this video first was shopping around for them sold out everywhere Was willing to pay a little extra for these but now I’ll wait Not paying extra for a busted pair At least I got legend blues and OG 3’s for Xmas

[@Nickabob45]

Same lol, I ended up just buying some French Blues on eBay. Got them for cheaper than the blueberrys lol

[@jgluff16]

Chris, if I didn’t know any better, I’d think you didn’t like the construction of these 🤣🤣

[@Mac6Squad]

Appreciate the content as usual. The disappointment in the tone and body language said enough for me. You don’t me to say this, but telling like it is. Side note…. Santa is rocking the Space Jam 11s. Happy holidays everyone.

[@RetroKing10]

Thanks for the honest review!💯

[@dgotkix]

Santa wearing the Winterized 12s…..Sherpa type lining & scratch resistant materials make this a great shoe for him to deliver gifts

[@Movieguy312]

Curious what your thoughts are on the Solefly 12s that released today. I know the color isn’t for everyone but I think they look sick.

[@cvince556]

I can’t thank you enough for your straight up honest thoughts Chris. The Truth is what we need. Truth is, I don’t need these, but those French blues next year….🔥 can’t say the same :) 🤣 Thanks for the review mayne

[@matthewcollins1424]

I got a perfect size 14 pair from my SNKRS app W. Quality was inconsistent because the pair I hit on the DSG raffle was straight garbage. The leather at the toe where it meets the sole was completely horrible.

[@PhilippeDuf]

Nice hoodie ! Both hoodies. ;) The one with blue basketball player for 1.07 to 1.12 is nice to.

[@Dopeman2Jumpman]

Santa be rocking the bred 11s and the red metallic foamposites. 🤘😜 🤙

[@rymace2261]

For the 🧮, and not skipping ads

[@danielp121]

commenting for the abacus also

[@east9z]

commenting for the ☣

[@russellgray1917]

Santa will be rocking either the Last Shot 14's or the Candy Cane 14's.

[@edward251198ify]

This is likely a factory issue. Each factory have their decent shape and standards, that’s why.

[@Emilio2334]

WE NEED A UPDATE ON YOUR THOUGHTS WITH BETTER QC , GOT MINE TODAY THEY TOO CLEAN

[@WearTesters]

He said everything in the video. Great colorway. Great materials. Bad quality control. What else needs to be said?

[@Emilio2334]

​@WearTesters i agree the quality control on these pair were very noticeable and awful , made me almost not want buy these, just wanted to see him less disappointed. I got my pair today and these are real nice. FOR THE ALGORITHM

[@MM-x6c]

QOTD: When Santa comes to DC, he’s wearing Foamposites, the de facto winter boot for the area (and Santa knows how to pronounce “area”). Generally I have no problem with a black and blue colorway, but in this case the black stripe on the heel and the black lining are a little jarring for how blue the blue is on this shoe. That would make me hesitant to pick it up for retail… if they weren’t total pieces of junk. It’s depressing. And it’s also depressing that you can count on Nike/Jordan for this lack of quality control. NONE of the other major shoe brands has this level of inconsistency, especially at $200 and above. Good job finding blue rubber that doesn’t look like it clouded up from being run through the dishwasher on accident, but that’s not worth the purchase price. Anyway, thanks for the video. I’m glad you’re willing to shine a spotlight on this mess. In return, I can offer a thumbs up and a comment for the algorithm. See you soon!

[@dallysauce4366]

Santa actually vibes heavily with those velvet bred 11s no cap fr ong

[@EU_SZU]

Out of curiosity where do you keep all the shoes you have and do you donate or sell any? Asking for a friend`

[@jsekicks]

What will it take for Nike QC to improve? Anything? Why does New Balance have no QC issues while they make $200 shoes?

[@robertgriffin445]

A pair of playoff 8’s or Black Cats. I’m playing along with the Santa bit,lOl. Honestly, really wanted a pair of Game Royal 12’s but if they’re inconsistent then no Nike isn’t getting my money.

[@CB12345]

I love that shade of blue and the materials look better than usual. But I will go to a store in person to see them and hopefully they will look better than the ones in this video. The new retro shape really makes it look terrible, it should definitely be as close to the originals as much as possible.

[@carol880]

Chris nothing is wrong with them you are bugging these are awesome I picked up for me and my hubby and the conditions on both pairs are great no quality issues

[@WearTesters]

It’s great that you were able to find good pairs. But Chris explained his thoughts and experience with an entire size run in the review. Does not mean everyone will have the same experience. He even mentioned that he hopes viewers buying them do not have the same experience as his. Instead of disregarding his personal experience, you could have just politely left yours without insinuating that he isn’t being honest (“bugging”).

[@tnewmmog]

Same here. Mine showed up the humpback tongue and bad coloring on the midsole

[@standingmaximumverticaljump]

I haven't seen them in person but I have this feeling that it will be a pass. I love the Jordan 12s and always wanted a pair but in recent years, Jordan brand and Nike has had some quality control issues.

[@T.A.T._ThisATatoo]

You’re not lying got mines back in Oct. the shape is off. Goat was taxing too. I had the same bulge in my shoe, until I broke the shoe in.

[@variandavid377]

Agreed. The colorway is awesome! Shout to JODI…for that spectacular Tyra (America’s Top Model) callback! 🔥🔥🔥❤️ As for the question of the day, probably the best non original Air Force 1 ever made…..the AF1 low Ultra! …or in my opinion, the best Jordan 11 ever made, the AJ11 low IE.

[@brocknann]

You plan on doing the Solefly 12? I copped and really curious on your take on the shoe.

[@shoebrowzer7137]

I’m going for them today sucks that QC is bad but I plan on 🏀 in mine.

[@dreammang]

I just ordered the Cafecito 12s and I think they’ll blow these out of the water. I hope you get ahold of a pair, would love a review of those.

[@stevegotseoul4341]

I just hit on these this morning. I'm PRAYING mine aren't too crazy as far as QC😭🤞🙏

[@garsleezy]

Amen, brother. We can’t keep supporting the horrible QC that Jordan Brand has been releasing. Makes me nervous every time I buy online. And Santa is rockin some carmine 6s from 91

[@kevincharles1983]

Abs now they're selling out? I didn't touch them because of this review. In weartesters I trust

[@dadentommasi5969]

Santa wears the Chicago 1s (according to the OG ad)

[@ClearSmoke100]

These are fire going to wait for them to go on sale

[@TheRealChanclaVanDamme]

When was the last good release of these? Looking to get my first pair of 12’s but not into bulges lol

[@yos025]

Are you going to be reviewing the Cafecito SoleFly 12s?

[@JackalPR]

@WearTesters , I sometimes think Nike releases these low quality versions knowing these will end up as donors for Deadstock repairs, resoles, stripped for parts, or even as base for custom paint job.

[@robbierichgannon25]

JB always had quality issues, but this year... If they come F'd, it'll be my 4th pair scuffed out the box. Including the 3s last month...

[@markvilla8703]

Same thing with those flaw-riddled Black Cement 3s -- came from the Vietnam factory. From what I heard, the factory that made both pairts is still a little new compared to the China facilities. Nike is making us absorb their trainee work.

[@saunupe1911]

Chris you never pointed out the issues with the shoe

[@flygod_is_an_awesome_god216]

The reason there is no metal aglet is because eventually it will tear the laces in half like a razor blade effect this was a problem on the LeBron 3 as well the lace will rip off when you tighten your laces

[@CJTheeOne]

Thats what ive been saying! People should understand the logic; What happens when metal hits any fabric or material, it cuts or scratches it.

[@Drew.Whitcomb]

Many high performing hiking boots have metal aglets. You can make them rounded so they don’t rip laces. It’s a cost cutting move in Jordan’s case.

[@dookieshoes619]

I have the AMM AJ12s that come with metal eyelets/aglets, and that I've never had that issue with them. And I wear them a lot.

[@flygod_is_an_awesome_god216]

@Drew.Whitcomb I agree but it’s Jordan’s the these are not original to og laces comments gone flood lol

[@carlosandrews22]

Ima mix em with the Cherrys and blueberry’s just the iversons

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

JB continues to get progressively worse every year lol, a lot of people were actually anticipating these and they messed them up

[@fatherhood8423]

I appreciate your channel so much bro. Keep it up.

[@WearTesters]

Appreciate the love!

[@karlogutierrez6210]

Will you be reviewing the solefly 12s?

[@six0two824]

I don’t like that most 12s the sold mid sole and the leather part colors don’t match

[@M3K1E]

QOTD: I don't know if you've seen this comment but do you have any plans on reviewing Diadora Heritage? I've heard they have ridiculous amount of quality leather made in EU countries and Italy at a reasonable price and the Mi Basket line is the reason it was featured in Mac Miller's music video so I'd suggest looking into that.

[@davidaguilar905]

Going to wait till they hit the outlets 😊

[@wiltzduncan6759]

@@davidaguilar905 idiot if u think that will happen

[@caseyclark9801]

What did you think of the solefly 12s shape?

[@george._sir._gemini.175]

My Air Jordan 3 Retro Cement grey has two different leathers. My left shoe is smooth leather and the right shoe is tumble leather. I will return mine soon.

[@styles430]

Thank you for trimming down the Sole Premise ads. I’m all for supporting the channel but those ads were way too long and gave me a negative opinion of the company. Writing this comment for the company - not the channel. Don’t ask these creators to make these long run on ads, it’s doing you more harm than good.

[@jayeads]

that's a beautiful disaster of a shoe. dang. santa is 100% wearing smartwool slipper socks

[@ΚωσταςΛιακακος]

Nike I think must be the first global company that has not QC dpt… if I had the ability to upload the Jordan 3s black cement that I coped the other days from SNKRS app … on the right show the Nike air patch is leaning to the right like the Piza tower in Italy….😢😢😢

[@davidrobinson3530]

But they sold out. I didn’t cop mainly because Chris viewed the quality bad. I always look forward to Chis breaking down sneaker quality to the T. Nobody else does it like he does. But I got caught up in the hype and regret not copping.

[@ravan85]

Santa will probably rock a fire red 3s. Comfort man . Old guy needs comfort

[@cxshxnly7]

I'm not sure what's the problem. can anyone point it out? im not that familiar with 12s

[@InterstateStunna]

The shape

[@oluwasolaadenekan533]

This Release Kinda Reminds Me Of The French Blue 12’s

[@FuzzDistortionOverdrive]

Santa's rocking black Timbs

[@eugenepeoples9952]

My Sole Fly 12,s are Flawless ❤

[@Codiggity369]

my jordann 3 black cement is super cheap too... the greed just never stops with companies :(

[@leosburner627]

Disappointed in the quality- but not shocked! Will you be reviewing the Solefly 12s

[@SotenLunaris]

I’ve been patiently waiting for your review on these because they are really pretty but it SUCKS that they looks weird. Wondering if I will have a chance to see them in hand.

[@jonathansmith3013]

Santa is probably wearing unreleased bred 4 SB or bred 11s

[@douglasjones6960]

Thanks, bro. I will check them out before I grab them. Doug aka Fresh

[@azpacfan]

Santa is wearing those Balenciaga sock shoes 😂😂😂

[@PBMdanya]

Did you change the video title?

[@thestarseeker8196]

That’s so sad man. My original recipe Royal 12’s are my favorite Jordans and I was so stoked to get the white version. I’ll just need to zoom in on the eBay photos…..

[@michaelsanford4891]

Santa would probably rock some doc martens or something that's weatherproof cause he's all over the world. He might even do the pj tucker thing and change shoes through the night

[@Stevie0ch0]

The shape is messing with me. They do look bad shape wise but I have the black royals and was considering the white ones till this video is out. I’ll see in hand if I want em or not

[@RetailRipper]

santa is wearing the jordan xv. that tongue def keeps snow out.

[@dwdwalcott6]

It's sad that it's so bad. i always treat my shoes as beaters. I bought a pair of all black 12 used for work and now they are my favorite Jordan. I hope people put them in the used market.

[@adn2601]

These aren't bad boys, they're sad boys lol Qotd: Santa would look cool in those cherry 11s