Yesterday, January 8th, 2009, Michael Jordan unveiled to the masses the highly scrutinized Air Jordan 2009 (2K9). Up until now rumors circled that the Jordan legacy would come to a stretching halt with the release of the Air Jordan XX3 (23), but now that the Air Jordan 2009 is set to launch in February, it seems MJ and his signature shoe line are here to stay.
Designed by fellow Chicagoan Jason Mayden, the Air Jordan 2009 gives a fresh new look to the Jordan Brand franchise by providing a sophisticated style and innovative Articulated Propulsion Technology (APT). The bottom portion features an elegant blown-glass concept that requires a procedure that makes each pair one of a kind. Equipped with the same carbon fiber prosthetic materials used by Paralympians like April Holmes of the Team Jordan, this sneaker offers the wearer the ability to gain that explosive forward movement that every player needs in the game.
Other details include, stain pleats, smooth white panache leather, an extra high heel-cut for increased awareness of foot placement, and diamond shaped holograms on the sides. In addition, phrases taken directly from the Michael Jordan statue in front of the United Center are imprinted along the heels; “Greatest there ever was” & “Greatest there ever will be.”
The Air Jordan 2009 (2K9) officially releases on February 14th for a retail price of $190, but a limited version drops this month on January 31st for $230. See detailed pictures and a video interview of Jason Mayden & Michael Jordan.
[...] Michael Jordan (aka “Air Jordan” / “His Airness”) is arguable the greatest basketball player of all time. Over his 14 years in the league, Jordan displayed unmatchable skills & abilities such as top notch defense, mind-boggling athleticism, prolific scoring, and more much. [...]
[...] The brand new Air Jordan 2009 was recently unveiled by Brand Jordan. This is the first in the series of 2K Air Jordan shoes. Releases will not be numbered anymore after the Air Jordan XX3’s. Brand Jordan is focued more on the technical aspects of the product more than it’s design which goes back to their basketball roots. The official release date is scheduled for February 14th 2009. There will be a more limited Flight Club (online exclusive) release slated for January 31st 2009. A PRE-ORDER will be available soon for regular release #343084-161 Color: White/Varsity Red-Stealth. For more information on the shoe itself check out the full article from our friends at Simply Sneakers. [...]
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