The Air Jordan Xxxix Review & Lab Test of 2026

The Air Jordan XXXIX is a high-performance basketball shoe designed for players seeking notable energy return and comfort during play. Its cushioning features provide excellent support, making it ideal for those focused on static shooting drills due to its responsive design.

However, the shoe's energy dynamics can lead to instability in fast-paced movements. With an emphasis on cushioning, it's important to consider that while the foam offers a comfortable experience, it may not provide the necessary control needed for quick lateral movements on the court.

Pros

  • Unbelievable bounce and energy return
  • Fantastic shock absorption and impact protection
  • Couldn't be any more comfortable
  • Great for static shooting drills
  • Durable upper materials
  • Nice traction
  • Recycled content
  • Cool old-school design

Cons

  • Incredibly unstable
  • Overworks your feet and ankles
  • Midsole bottoms out prematurely
  • Pricey

Key Features

  • Style#: FQ0213-100
  • Crash pad at the instep to secure your foot and prevent toe box impact
  • ZoomX foam: Nike's lightest high-efficiency foam for soft, responsive cushioning
  • Built-in sidewall cupsole for enhanced stability during lateral movements
  • Full-length Air Zoom unit for quick responsiveness on the court

Specifications

  • Origin: Imported
  • Sole material: Rubber
  • Outer material: Made from recycled materials including plastics, yarns, and textiles
  • Closure type: Lace-Up

Air Jordan Xxxix Review & Lab Test – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

Air Jordan XXXIX New Balance Fresh Foam BB v2 Nike G.T. Cut 3 Nike Lebron NXXT GEN
Price $200 $130 $190 $160
Signature Michael Jordan - - LeBron James
Top Low Low Low Low
Ankle support
Weight lab 13.9 oz / 394g 14.1 oz / 400g 11.8 oz / 335g 13.1 oz / 372g
Lightweight
Breathability Warm Warm Warm Moderate
Outsole durability Good Good Good -
Drop lab 7.2 mm 9.3 mm 5.5 mm 4.9 mm
Heel stack lab 27.1 mm 34.9 mm 27.0 mm 26.9 mm
Forefoot 19.9 mm 25.6 mm 21.5 mm 22.0 mm
Size True to size Slightly small True to size True to size
Midsole softness Soft Soft Soft Firm
Stiffness Moderate Moderate Stiff Flexible
Torsional rigidity Moderate Stiff Stiff Moderate
Heel counter stiffness Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible
Width / fit Medium Medium Medium Medium
Toebox width Wide Wide Medium Medium
Midsole width - forefoot Narrow Average Average Very narrow
Midsole width - heel Narrow Average Narrow Average
Heel padding durability Decent Decent Bad Decent
Toebox durability Decent Decent Decent Decent
Insole thickness Average Average Average Average
Outsole hardness Average Hard Hard Average
Outsole thickness Average Average Average Average
Heel tab None None None Finger loop
Ranking Top 23% Bottom 39% Top 36% Top 50%
Popularity Top 19% Top 21% Top 6% Bottom 33%