Alright, let me tell you about my little adventure with the Jordan 21s. I’ve always been a sneakerhead, especially when it comes to Jordans. So, when I decided to get my hands on a pair of 21s, it wasn’t just a purchase, it was a mission.
First things first, I started my hunt online. I scoured through eBay, StockX, GOAT – the usual suspects. I was looking for a specific colorway, the “Red Suede.” Man, those are hard to find in good condition and at a decent price. Saw a few fakes too, gotta be careful out there.
After about a week of online searching, I decided to hit up some local spots. You know, the sneaker stores, consignment shops, even pawn shops (you never know!). No luck. Either they didn’t have them, or the price was just ridiculous.
Then, I remembered this old-school sneaker shop a bit outside of town. I called them up, and the guy on the phone said, “Yeah, I think we got a pair in the back. Size 11?” That’s my size! I jumped in my car and drove there immediately.
When I got there, the guy pulled out the box. The box was beat up, but the shoes inside… they were beautiful! Almost like new. He said they’d been sitting in the back for years. I tried them on, and they fit like a glove. It was meant to be.
Now, here’s where the real work started. The shoes were in great condition, but they were dusty and needed a good cleaning. I started by taking out the laces and giving them a wash. Then, I used a soft brush and some sneaker cleaner to gently scrub the uppers. I paid special attention to the suede, making sure not to damage it.
Next up, the soles. Those were a bit tougher to clean. I used an old toothbrush and some dish soap to get into the grooves and remove all the dirt and grime. It took a while, but they came out looking much better.
Once everything was clean and dry, I applied some suede protector to the uppers to keep them looking fresh. I also conditioned the leather parts to keep them from cracking. It’s all about the details, you know?
Finally, I put the laces back in and laced them up just right. I stepped back and admired my work. The Jordan 21s looked amazing! It was a long process, but totally worth it.
Here’s a quick recap of what I did:
- Online search (eBay, StockX, GOAT)
- Local sneaker stores and consignment shops
- Called the old-school sneaker shop
- Deep cleaning (laces, uppers, soles)
- Suede protector and leather conditioner
And that’s the story of how I got my Jordan 21s. It wasn’t easy, but finding a pair in good condition and restoring them myself made it even more rewarding. Now, I’m ready to rock them and show them off!
