Our verdict
There is always so much hype around Air Jordan releases, and the Air Jordan 37 surely deserves all that surrounds it now. It offers a fresh new aesthetic and brings so much nimbleness to indoor hardwood courts. Players who are quick on their feet and fond of mixing up their footwork are going to have their heydays in this model.
Pros
- A nimble performer
- Dust-resistant grip on indoor courts
- Incredibly bouncy forefoot
- Nice court feel
- Extreme breathability
- True-to-size fit
- Comfortably supportive
- High-quality laces
- Outdoor-ready
Cons
- Not enough plushness
- Cheap-feeling upper materials
- Has to be broken in
Who should buy the Air Jordan XXXVII
This basketball shoe from the Jordan brand is a good match for the following:
- nimble players who value court feel and energy return
- buyers with a generous budget for basketball shoes
- athletes who rarely take their games outdoors
- wearers with narrow to medium-sized feet
Who should NOT buy this Air Jordan basketball shoe
The Air Jordan 37 is surprisingly described as "cheap-feeling" and "plasticky" by some wearers. Hence, this shoe is definitely not for those who want some fancy-looking and premium-feeling uppers. They are better off with the Nike LeBron 20.
The 20th LeBron is also great for players who want high levels of compression and impact protection, especially right under the heel. They can also go for the Nike KD 15. This Kevin Durant signature offer is also good for those who do not have the time to break in their shoes. The KD 15 definitely hits the ground running.
Air Jordan 37: An awesome performer
An expert happily shares that this Air Jordan shoe is "pretty nimble" and "very aerodynamic" despite its pretty bulky appearance. As a result, he feels "super lively" as he plays on the hardwood.
A bite that you can depend on
Experts agree that the traction is not really as top-tier as the one in the Nike PG 6, for example. However, they cannot seem to find something to complain about the AJ 37's grip either. "This actually had a really nice traction profile," says one of them. He adds that the traction pattern can "grab exceptionally well" on indoor courts. Another reviewer agrees, saying that the shoe performs great when it comes to grip.
The sole of the AJ 37 resists dust
Two players use their Air Jordan XXXVII shoes on dusty courts, and both of them say that the grip is still OK. "Dust pickup is not an issue," says one of them.
Outdoor performance is OK, but not the best
The Air Jordan 37's outsole is made of a hard rubber compound that effectively resists abrasion. This is convincingly demonstrated in a durability test performed by one expert. Additionally, the upper has double-stiched leather in high-wear areas. After performing a durability test on it, an expert also concludes that the leather overlays on the upper are "pretty darn durable."
While outdoor use is not a bad idea, it is not the best idea, as well. Outdoor performance is "nothing out of the ordinary," says one player. He says further that this shoe is really meant for indoor courts because only when it's used on hardwood does it unleash its full potential.
Court feel is definitely there
Two experts say that the midsole is generally "rock solid" and "more on the responsive side." This is good news for nimble players who want to feel the floor and gain more control over their fine and aggressive movements.
Bounciness is superb with the Air Jordan 37
Three experts have the following to say about the Air Jordan 37 when it comes to energy return:
- "very bouncy shoe"
- "(has a) very good jump height"
- "super crazy bouncy"
With all this, it's clear that the double-stacked Zoom units in the forefoot really do their job of fueling the wearer's every step, especially as they drive toward the basket.
Plushness is lacking
It's all a fairy tale until we talk about impact protection. "It felt weird toward the back," says one avid reviewer. Two other reviewers are more specific, saying that it's "not super plush" and "softness is lacking" in that part of the shoe.
Cheap-feeling and has to be broken in
Reviewers agree that the materials do not really feel premium at all. One of them even says that the "upper is terrible" because it is "super thin and plasticky-feeling." Good thing, this experience does not last long. Another expert says that the shoe, particularly the upper, just needs "a little bit of break-in" before it starts to "move and flow with your foot really nice."
The AJ 37 offers exceptional breathability
An expert says that the Air Jordan 37 has the most breathable materials he has ever felt. "You can literally feel the breeze," he adds. Other wearers agree with this observation.
Enjoy a nice one-to-one fit
An avid reviewer says that the shoe forms a "vacuum-sealed kind of capsule" around the foot once the materials are properly broken in. This results in a "sucked-down, locked-in" fit. Players with narrow to medium-sized feet can go true to size.
No problems with foot containment
Experts say that the shoe is comfortably padded in the right areas, keeping the foot secure without being too restrictive. The heel counter also does a great job as well.
Special shoutout to the premium laces!
Players are happy that the laces feel premium and are actually strong. One of them happily shares that the laces are of "super high quality."
