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Jordan Brand · 2014
Jordan Super.Fly 3
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4.5
By dimension
Cushioning feel
4.0
Court feel
2.5
Bounce
3.5
Stability
3.5
Traction
3.5
Fit
4.0
Analysis
Performance profile
Performance scores
Cushioning Feel
80 / 100 · Very Good
Court Feel
78 / 100 · Very Good
Bounce
75 / 100 · Very Good
Stability
88 / 100 · Excellent
Traction
88 / 100 · Excellent
Fit
90 / 100 · Excellent
Cushioning Feel
80Very Good
Court Feel
78Very Good
Bounce
75Very Good
Stability
88Excellent
Traction
88Excellent
Fit
90Excellent
Is it for you?
If you like XX9-grade unlocked Zoom cushioning at a budget price, and can live with stiff fused upper pinches the forefoot and needs real break-in, then this shoe is for you.
XX9-grade unlocked Zoom cushioning at a budget price
stiff fused upper pinches the forefoot and needs real break-in
Forefoot midsole tech
Forefoot Zoom Air
Heel midsole tech
Flight Plate-influenced heel carrier / foam
Outsole tech
Rubber traction with pressure-map style coverage
Upper tech
Woven/textile upper with strong internal support
Cushioning feel
Responsive and smooth
Court feel
Moderate-high
Bounce
Good
Stability
Very good
Traction
Very good
Fit
Secure and supportive
Pro reviews
Paraphrased highlights from sneaker reviewers — not verbatim quotes.
Bilibili1 / 2
正儿八经的lorryAston
Poor value for money; performance can be completely replaced by Westbrook signature or SE versions; not recommended for purchase
Front Zoom Air cushion is well-configured with high pressure that effectively controls deformation at the toe area
Heel stability is excellent with steel plate and reinforced padding that effectively protects the Achilles tendon from rubbing
Outsole pattern easily traps stones and wears quickly, causing poor traction after wear, and risks puncturing the air unit
Shoe upper compresses the foot dorsum, laces are too stiff to tighten securely, inner bootie padding is uncomfortable, tongue has barbs that increase friction
The Jordan SuperFly 3 was Jordan's first signature shoe for Wade, and while the tech specs are acceptable, the overall design approach lacks sincerity—it feels more like a modification of an existing shoe rather than a true custom creation worthy of Wade's star status.
TPU coating material effectively reduces shoe weight while reinforcing the toe box
Exposed Air cushioning in the heel provides visible impact protection, with hidden Zoom Air in the forefoot offering additional support
The design at the side folds of the toe box creates uncomfortable pressure on the foot
As a Wade signature shoe, the design is too generic and uninspired; the midsole and outsole directly reuse the AJ 2011 mold without personalization or innovation
Jordan Super.Fly 3 is a well-supported, durable basketball shoe with improved performance over the AJ29, ideal for players seeking stability, though limited ventilation and initial comfort are notable drawbacks
Responsive midsole with 4ft Zoom Air unit and Flight Plate system provides springy, explosive feel with smooth transitions
Durable Fuse upper offers exceptional lockdown and foot containment with excellent supportive performance for guards and big men alike
Poor ventilation due to full Fuse upper with no perforations, minimal airflow except through the tongue
Stiff Fuse material flexes unnaturally at the midfoot, requiring break-in period and may feel less comfortable initially compared to alternatives
Jordan Super.Fly 3 Po delivers improved lockdown through enhanced mesh materials and maintains solid traction performance, but lateral support is insufficient and wet-weather grip requires attention
Upper materials significantly improved with ballistic mesh featuring dimples for ventilation, replacing the tight fuse upper of the first generation for better fit
Traction pattern performs excellently across all surfaces with wave bone design, stickier than original Superfly 3 due to translucent outsole
Medial side is stiffer than lateral side, lacking lateral containment and support that could increase ankle roll risk
Outsole becomes very slick when exposed to moisture or liquids, significantly reducing traction in wet conditions
Jordan Super.Fly 3 is a well-supported, durable basketball shoe with improved performance over the AJ29, ideal for players seeking stability, though limited ventilation and initial comfort are notable drawbacks
Responsive midsole with 4ft Zoom Air unit and Flight Plate system provides springy, explosive feel with smooth transitions
Durable Fuse upper offers exceptional lockdown and foot containment with excellent supportive performance for guards and big men alike
Poor ventilation due to full Fuse upper with no perforations, minimal airflow except through the tongue
Stiff Fuse material flexes unnaturally at the midfoot, requiring break-in period and may feel less comfortable initially compared to alternatives
Jordan Super.Fly 3 Po delivers improved lockdown through enhanced mesh materials and maintains solid traction performance, but lateral support is insufficient and wet-weather grip requires attention
Upper materials significantly improved with ballistic mesh featuring dimples for ventilation, replacing the tight fuse upper of the first generation for better fit
Traction pattern performs excellently across all surfaces with wave bone design, stickier than original Superfly 3 due to translucent outsole
Medial side is stiffer than lateral side, lacking lateral containment and support that could increase ankle roll risk
Outsole becomes very slick when exposed to moisture or liquids, significantly reducing traction in wet conditions
Released in 2014, Jordan Super.Fly 3 arrived in the Super.Fly line when many Jordan shoes were inheriting lessons from the Flight Plate era. The design intent centered on offering a more modern ride and upper while keeping the line's athletic wing profile. Notable versions or talking points included its more premium feel and cleaner transition through the midsole. In community memory, the shoe is usually remembered for reliable grip, good support, and a refined all-around feel. It also helps mark a specific turning point inside that line, because the shoe shows what the brand prioritized at that moment rather than simply copying the previous release.
