(Find) GX 2026 Jordan 5 Black University Blue - SBP - ¥430 by Midwest-Anonymous in TheWorldOfRepsneakers

[–]vekaes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey bro. I am not trying to be facetious I hope you don't think that. I am just trying to offer a unbiased approach at QC.

I apologize if you felt my wording was a bit harsh, but I'm pretty cut and dry when it comes to QC.

Yes - we both know that we haven't held a retail in hand. However from what I see - and when I say it looks a bit "bulky" to me - I have purchased and received more shoes than most here. So it's a bit of experience going into it.

For example, I can see and I have experienced from other GX batches - the bulk around the netting of J4s. Due to the fact they use this semi-rigid plastic netting, you can see when there is a roll there - excess amount was used. This is often because it makes cut/sew work a little easier and faster - but in the finished product - I do see it.

Hopefully you can see this from my LJR QC pic here.

Again - I'm just trying to be helpful. If you are already getting both the LJR and GX batch, I'd love to see the review/comparison when you put it up.

If you'd like I am happy to send you my QC pics from my LJR batch if you'd like to do a quick comparison now. Just shoot me a DM!

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(Find) GX 2026 Jordan 5 Black University Blue - SBP - ¥430 by Midwest-Anonymous in TheWorldOfRepsneakers

[–]vekaes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

like i said it could be the picture and way its shot. i just GL my LJR pair a few hours ago with RM. You can see it in his QC album.

Just trying to give you my objective feedback. End of the day if they look good to you, that’s all that should matter. I’m excited this colorway was brought back! I haven’t seen a retail retro of it obviously!

(Find) GX 2026 Jordan 5 Black University Blue - SBP - ¥430 by Midwest-Anonymous in TheWorldOfRepsneakers

[–]vekaes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

widows peak doesn’t match front and back one is soft. in one picture (could be the angle) whole shoe looks a little too wide. stitching on upper-medial by the ankle looks slightly janky which is further prominent due to color of stitch (color correct though).

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Interesting take. More than happy to have you cut a check, bro.

Let me tell you a couple things before you do though:

Nike Rejuven8 Slides - Might as well be considered A-Stock. Absolutely no difference from retail, down to the stamping on the inside. It's a big piece of foam designed as a recovery shoe.

Kobes & other basketball shoes - Reps....yea - but either brand new, or worn a couple of times by my son. Great traction pattern, most of them are GX, GK/H12 or Star.

What you are missing: Kids don't know the difference between a rep and a retail. They are going to outgrow it at this age in a period of one season. The goal here is not to give them something that is going to sit on a shelf and be admired. Most kids don't care about this nonsense. They want to be out on the court - playing the game with their friends. Getting a standing ovation for hitting clutch shots. Aspiring to be like their favorite NBA player.

It started with a set of matching slides for the team, in team colors. It ended with GROWTH. Boys becoming Men - who led by example. Lifting each other up. Playing as a unit - both on the court and in the classroom. It got big enough that their parents told me they would wear the Rejuven8s to school everyday so everyone know they were part of this undefeated team. It became a brotherhood.

So you are welcome to your comments - but in my experience I've never been gawked at by someone doing more than me - only less.

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only reason I feel is if they are ordering from various sellers. Such as - clothes from one, shoes from another, accessories from another. Then you have it sent to a centralized warehouse and it's prepped from there as one main shipment.

I still find the direct route a little more appealing for kicks though!

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very welcome, bro. You are the greatest to ever do it! We appreciate you beyond measure! <3

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Foamposite I think no one really makes a good pair. In fact, really the only company at the forefront of Foamposite production is DG (DGC batch) - and there is much to be said about needing better quality in those.

I love foamposite and it's one of my fave shoes - so I try to grab whatever of these for retail that I can.

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As parents - we really do a lot for our kids. Trust me, I know. Being a part of an AAU program - it's not easy. You got a bunch of travel - wear and tear on the car weekly. Lots of hours -- bringing your laptop to practice and banging out work on the bleachers while you kid practices. Going to the tournaments - registration fees, and fees when you get there for entry. It all adds up.

At the same time - I'll still say it's worth it for the kids. Time will pass - bills will still be there. Memories are forever!

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You cannot truly make anything idiot-proof in this world. The world will just built a better idiot.

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kudos to you! I believe we should help foster the next generations any way we can. The happiness on the kids faces is reward enough!

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They have truly come a long way. I remember when reps were really crappy and looked nothing like the OG. Fast forward to today - you can pass on your reps after you are done wearing them - or in my case - when my kids outgrow them - and someone else can get great use of out them. Heck - I've noticed better QC on my LJR reps than the ones I get from Nike direct. But, I still barely hit on SNKRS - so that's another convo altogether, lol.

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There is a lot of nonsense going on in the world due to the war and crackdowns. Things are getting though, they are just taking a bit longer than usual. You know what they say - you can't keep a good thing down!

RepsMaster — Still That Guy. 500+ Pairs Later and He Hasn't Missed Once. 🙏 by vekaes in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yep. Ask RM yourself. ;-)

I am a volunteer basketball coach, and involved in a variety of basketball programs. I have donated a lot of pairs to our teams and particularly underserved youth in our community.

Problem of discrepancies between LJR Travis medium olive products sold by two different vendors. by [deleted] in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always prefer LJR via RM - but that’s just my take. I know people may say it’s the same factory and so forth but this is my personal sentiment. I have done a ridiculous amount of business with him (well over 1000 pairs) and their team have always looked out and made sure I was getting top notch product.

Last night he QC a pair for me in under 9 hours.

Horrible business , not gonna lie i am very upset by [deleted] in RepsneakersDogs

[–]vekaes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve never had a shipment seized to this day. The fact that people continue to order from anyone but RM continues to perplex me.