Alright, let’s talk about the Jordan 4 Knicks. I gotta share what went down when I tried to get my hands on these.
So, picture this: I see the first images pop up online. That bright blue, the orange hits, all slapped onto a Jordan 4. Man, that just looked right. It wasn’t just about the shoe, you know? It kinda brought back memories of watching those Knicks games back in the day. Tough team. So, yeah, I decided pretty quick I wanted ’em.
Then came release day. Or maybe it was just a random Tuesday when I decided to seriously look, who remembers? Point is, I started the hunt. Did the usual rounds – checked the SNKRS app, hit up a few online spots I trust. Nothing. Zilch. Nada. Everything showed ‘Sold Out’. Like, instantly. It always feels like you blink and they’re gone. Super frustrating, makes you wonder if actual people even get a shot.
Okay, plan B. Resale market. Fired up StockX, GOAT, eBay… the whole shebang. And yeah, found pairs. Plenty of pairs. But the prices? Forget about it. We’re talking serious cash. Way more than I was willing to drop. It’s just sneakers, right? Paying that much just feels wrong, especially when you know they cost way less to make. That whole side of the game really bugs me.
I even went old school for a bit. Popped into a couple of local sneaker consignment stores. You know, the kind where stuff sits behind glass. Saw one pair, I think. Tucked away on a high shelf. Asked the guy about ’em. He brings ’em down. Condition was okay, maybe worn a few times. But the price tag… still sky-high. Almost resale level. Passed on that too.
It reminded me of trying to find this specific vintage t-shirt once. Searched everywhere, online, thrift stores, flea markets. Took forever. Finally found it, but the seller wanted a ridiculous amount ’cause it was ‘rare’. Same feeling, you know? That artificial scarcity driving things up.
So, the end result? I never actually got the Jordan 4 Knicks. The hunt fizzled out. Couldn’t justify the cost, couldn’t find a fair deal. It happens. Sometimes you just gotta let a pair go. I’ve got other 4s, other sneakers I love wearing. It’s not the end of the world.
But still, every time I see a picture of ’em, or see someone wearing ’em out… yeah, there’s a little pang. They just look so good with those colors. Maybe one day I’ll luck into a pair for a decent price. Probably wishful thinking, but hey. That’s the sneaker game sometimes. Mostly misses, but you keep looking anyway.
