11 Differences Between the 2008 & 2011 Black/Cement Air Jordan 3s

Shape

Air Jordan 3 “Black Cement” 2008 – Shape Air Jordan 3 “Black Cement” 2011 – Shape Air Jordan 3 “Black Cement” 2008 (left) vs Air Jordan 3 “Black Cement” 2011 (right) – Perforation

We also noticed that the 2011 version is taller and bulkier than the Countdown Pack pair. Specifically, the ankle level is raised higher on the 2011 version, and the tongue rests higher at its peak. The tongue is more wide than tall on the 2008 version. Also, you can see that the 2008 version is a much more sleeker and compacted design in the picture above.