This is the event of this end of the season for the Jumpman brand and the Celtics player: the Jordan Tatum 1, the first signature shoe of Jayson Tatumis officially available worldwide starting this weekend!
It’s a childhood dream finally coming true for the 25-year-old who has taken the steps with Boston since 2017 and is now coming out of his career-best regular season, averaging more than 30 points per game. And so it’s a measured bet for Jordan Brand, which has bet on one of the biggest talents of his generation, and whom Kobe Bryant had quickly designated as one of his most worthy successors.
Concerned about the smallest detail on and off the court, Jayson Tatum has invested a lot in the design of this first signature model and can be proud of the result, with a JT 1 which fulfills its primary objective by perfectly responding to its characteristics as a basketball player. .
The pair is ultra light between the composition of a good part of the lightweight mesh upper and its mainly foam sole, and makes its apparent Air Zoom unit, favoring the comfort of the front of the foot, its main quality.
The design is also neat, both on the accessories such as the patent leather bands, and the patterns chosen according to the themes, and stands out with this band going up from the sole to create an additional air intake on the sides.
In summary, the model has enough to satisfy players with an explosive profile and keen on their support in terms of its technical characteristics and also has everything to please the general public in terms of style. There is no doubt that JT 1 will be the first of a long series!
GENERAL COMFORT
It must be recognized that the pair is quite difficult to put on, but this is also what contributes to the good support of the foot once put on. Overall comfort is pretty good. The model is ventilated and the foam present for the most part at the level of the sole has its effect.
But what stands out first when you wear the pair is its incredible lightness! Weighing 360 grams (in size 45), it’s clearly the lightest in its category, and the feeling is also quite pleasant.
Rating: 8.5/10
CUSHIONED
This is the strong point of this Jordan Tatum 1 with this “air” Zoom Air unit which offers remarkable feedback on the front of the foot and even a little forward, at the level of the plantar aponeurosis, a point that equipment manufacturers have taken care to perfect in recent years.
Most of the sole being in a comfortable foam, a little more flexible than the recent “Formula 23” inaugurated on the Luka 1, the feedback is also positive at the level of the heel.
Rating: 9/10
TRACTION
The JT 1 has the particularity of having only two thin rubber bands, strategically placed under the front of the foot, the rest being completed with foam with non-slip patterns.
The two rubber bands do their job and allow you to control your support to perfection. All changes of direction can be requested without apprehension. The moss also clings well to the ground.
Rating: 8.5/10
SUPPORT AND STABILITY
The impression that the pair wears a bit large, in the sense that all the toes do not reach the end of the shoe. So it might be wise to aim for half a size down, or to put on a second pair of socks. This detail does not alter the maintenance very much. The side reinforcements that go up along the sole complete the quality of support.
Good stability, even if the model is rather thin, it holds well on its supports. Nothing special to report on this point.
Rating: 8.5/10
FINISH AND LIFETIME
The Jordan Tatum 1 offers a very elaborate finish, the lightweight mesh upper is matched with patent leather bands, also present on the heel, where Jayson Tatum’s signature appears.
All of its colors have obviously been the result of elaborate work. This is in any case the case on this first version “Welcome To The Zoo”, to be appreciated in its smallest details.
All the patterns have been rigorously thought out, to make a “JT” appear on the front of the foot, or simply as a nod to his son, Deuce, whose name is present inside the tongue.
Everyone will appreciate according to their tastes the main particularity of the design on the “ventilation” in the middle of the sole. This is also what makes the model stand out and distinguish it from others on the field.
In terms of durability, the lightweight mesh upper is presented as resistant. The foam will inevitably fade faster than a traditional rubber sole and will also tend to deteriorate more outdoors, although this is the case with all models.
Rating: 9/10
VERDICT
The Jordan Tatum 1 has all the assets, even at the price level, to transform this first try. And if ever lighter models are in fashion, it promises to be a hit! This is what will remain as the main feature of this JT1, its incredible lightness.
The design may appeal at first glance, but the whole is really coherent, the lateral support being also reinforced. The general comfort is there and the sole is comfortable and efficient, while also having its touch of originality.
The colors should be numerous and able to satisfy the greatest number. And as for his little comrades, his career and his good performances in the playoffs will only increase his exposure.
Rating: 17.2/20
Shoe weight (size 45): grams
Price: from 120 euros on Basket4ballers
Grading scale
- – less than 10/20: not recommended
- – between 10 and 15: faults that can stop some but qualities that will charm others
- – above 15: pair approved and recommended!
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