Via: Jordan Brand
Since the release of the Air Jordan XX3 (23) in January 2008, the sneaker world debated the greatest question ever asked of a basketball shoe: will there be an Air Jordan XX4 (24)? Meanwhile, Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc. and creator of the legendary franchise, fueled the fire by admitting nothing…until now.
Today, at a press event in New York City, Michael Jordan himself unveiled the Air Jordan 2009 shoe. Its sophisticated design carries on the tradition of the world’s most respected basketball shoe while presenting a new naming scheme, retiring the labels “Air Jordan I through XX3” to keep Michael Jordan’s legacy special.
Throughout the first 23 years of the Air Jordan franchise, we challenged ourselves and the industry by producing athletic footwear beyond the limits of what was possible,” said Michael Jordan. “The Air Jordan 2009 ushers in a new chapter for the Brand – it is the embodiment of what we can do and sets the course for the next 23 years for the franchise. Finish the feature after the jump!
Michael Jordan collaborated with Jason Mayden, Jordan Brand’s Senior Footwear Designer, to create the Air Jordan 2009. The shoe combines new cutting-edge performance technology with innovative style, adhering to the Nike Considered Design ethos of environmentally-preferred shoe development and construction. Providing the most elite experience in basketball performance and style, the Air Jordan 2009 stays in line with the franchise’s history, yet the design clearly exhibits a forward-thinking approach.
When designing the Air Jordan 2009, I wanted to take the shoe beyond expected limits of what consumers know from the franchise and create something ahead of its time,” said Jason Mayden. “Its futuristic technology and design elements will help propel Jordan Brand towards even greater levels of innovation and style as it delivers the best performance shoe available today.
The Air Jordan 2009 incorporates a new, innovative technology in basketball footwear called Articulated Propulsion Technology, or APT. The carbon fiber prosthetic running technology used by Paralympians such as April Holmes, a Team Jordan track and field athlete and the world record holder in the 100, 200 and 400-meter races, inspired designers to incorporate those elements into the shoe and results in its futuristic look. Following the same basic form as the prosthesis Holmes wore during her gold medal 100-meter race for the 2008 Paralympic Games, the Air Jordan 2009’s APT allows the athlete to explosively and quickly propel forward on the court.
In addition to its performance technology platform, the Air Jordan 2009’s modern design elements offer a bold style statement by incorporating satin pleats and polishable dress-shoe-like panache leather, the first Air Jordan to utilize these luxurious design elements. A diamond-shaped hologram references the authenticity of the Air Jordan franchise while another distinguishing factor is the midsole’s thermo plastic urethane chassis. Created with a special injection process, the chassis features a blown-glass-inspired pattern that is unique to every shoe, making each pair a unique, one-of-one limited edition collection.
Last year was an important year for Jordan Brand as we celebrated the 23rd anniversary of the Air Jordan franchise,” said Keith Houlemard, Jordan Brand President. “The Air Jordan 2009 represents the first of the next 23 years, and we are excited about the future of both the franchise and the Brand.
The first Air Jordan released in 1985 to great acclaim during Michael Jordan’s rookie basketball season and despite the league initially banning the shoe for violating uniform rules, the shoe immediately became the industry’s best selling basketball sneaker and an instant classic. Over the next 23 years, the Air Jordan collection continued to push the envelope in footwear design, solidifying itself as one of the world’s most recognizable franchises. Consumers recognize Air Jordan for the signature Jumpman logo, pioneering technology in basketball footwear and forward-thinking fashion—characteristics that the Air Jordan 2009 embodies as it moves the franchise into the future.
An exclusive limited release Air Jordan 2009 launches on Saturday, January 31, 2009 with a suggested retail price of $230. The first nationwide launch coincides with All-Star Weekend, releasing on Saturday, February 14, 2009 with a suggested retail price of $190.
First nice kicks
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UGLY
garbage compared to most j's
but then again i only 1 through 8 and 23's
I thought that last year you guys said it was going to be called the Air Jordan 24
they are 230.00 not 190.00
Those are most def ugly
wtf people said they suck but dey have a ****** 4 rating come on now dese r supa fugly
ugly fugly
WTF? Pretty soon these r gonna b out of everybodys price range. I wouldn't be surprised if next year they charge you 3 bills for some 2010s when they come out. I agree with Nike222 when sneakerfiles first showed these they had like a 2 rating, but as soon as Jordan puts his hands on it now it's a must have, come on.
Omg these are ******* ugly Jordan brand is dead its been dead only thing keeping the brand alive and people still buying are the retros
mad ugly if people wait for these at a price for 230$ and they get released again in feb. at 190$ ur still going to get an ugly shoe
Im gonna laugh at people who buy these shoes at full price for wearing out. If i ever get these these would be for the basketball court a year or two from now after they go so cheap after the clearance sale because their would be so many in inventory they would have to practically give them out for free.
These are ugly as s*** but I think the concept is pretty cool. The reason they cost more is because of the technology and the materials. U do have to give them credit for the innovation. Its a pretty cool concept. I bet they are a pretty sick on the court.
Also…..the Chris Paul's new shoes is basically the same. It has that weird looking heel too. But like I said…..I bet all the new shoes (including companies like adidas and reebok) are gonna start using that heel and that same technology….bet!
Everything after 19…garbage
if this is a prelude to the next 23 years… jordan isn't breaking my pockets nemore.
ill go buy some shaqs
U guys have to remember…..Tinker and those guys said their main priority is to create a better shoe to ball in. I think people forget that sometimes.
These aint just that bad but im not copping due to the fact im just done with js and yes Rex i got 1-23 but thats where the buck stops. With all the fakes and ugly retros, and mis-colored pkgs im just done with it.
First off, I hate it when people say "Omg these are ******* ugly Jordan brand is dead its been dead only thing keeping the brand alive and people still buying are the retros," mr. macgyver mcfly. Um, the reason JB is dead is because all you fools buy the retros thinking you are OG. Them retroes frickin release like skittles man. Jordan brand is upping the ante by moving in a better and more sophisticated direction. You N U B S wouldnt understand. It is Better shoe. Frickin, retros don't make the jordan brand. MJ makes the jordan brand. You fools won't cop cuz you aint got the cash. So get out of here. Stay intelligent kids…take that back….Stay intelligent nubs. You will never be a true shoe head.
i forgot to say something. I'm fly.
my first impression is Nah……specially not for 190.00. They look like spraq trainers.If you stop short will the heel come off? If you wear them away from the court will they catch on stairs or catch on the doorway off the 2 train.The little peice thats hanging off the end of the heel just looks funky like a sneaker **** or something. Just f___in around but I guess we’ll see what we will see.
I thought we are in the begining stages of a recession. How the hell are they going to charge 230!!!!!! for some J's. These are FUGLY…
they hot but for 230 naw
They look like tmac 3.5's…
i gotta see more colors before i can make a final statement. i gotta see more flavors!!
Ahhh…innovation!!….its a beautiful thing!!!
I know at first we are all supposed to think "dees joints be garbage" or "easy pass".
But when is it OK to say we like these? A few weeks before they release? Or is it after there is some crazy limited-edition announced?
these ***** are ugly always will be just like the 23 and a bunch of other JB kicks. but u know that people are going to be sucking this jordan2k9 balls once a couple of limited colorways drop. CAN we all just agree not to buy these **** kicks.
i think these shoes are meant to appeal white people, i like em, ill cop
I bet the ball nice, I'm not crazy about the looks though.
Honestly, I think they could put a jumpman on a **** and sell it for $230 and people would buy it.
Hey!!! These were on Sports Center top 10!!! They wher #9
GREAT WAY TO KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR!!!
(sarcasm)
The January 31st release is going to be crazy. Word to the titaniums from last year.
im glad they'er making a killing on shoes. It's funny to see pictures of grown *** men buying shoes or waiting in front of stores like a homeless shelter on thanksgiving day or soup kitchen Great Depression of 1929. Make your $ jordan brand and they'll keep feeding you
weak. look like some bunk *** team jays.. oh wait. 4got thats what everybody likes… alright then stick ta these.
Mr. Jordan im sorry but im never buying these. im a fan of jordans but only the ones that really look retro not like u.f.o's! the jordan 2009 is the worst like the 2008 23's and the 2007 22's. The 21's were alright but i still do not approve them and defenetly the 20's are ugly. 19 down to 15's were alright and the 14-1's were the best no matter what people think. Im staying with my o.g's and only that style will be the best.
I can agree that this colorway isn’t that good to look at, but I am curious to see the black red stealth colorway…That color combination always brings the best out of JB
well SP1DER, i'm white and i still don't like em, so that can't be true…ha, not the best premier to make on the new model, gotta come with a better CW to show the full potential of the shoe, i bet we see some sick PEs in the league though…
Ugly 99% of all comments are negative… JB tsk tssk tsk..
i am white and i think these shoes suck balls.
Will we have a list of stores that will have the shoe on the 31th? Any info please let it be known
haha .. **** the haters ..
Please don't buy this shoe ..
So I can be the only one wearing em ..
Oh btw ..
These go hard ..
Uncle j aka Uncle Tom is not my mans and em bad Kicks and bad chioce of women sorry>
ALL YOU FOOLS Hatin' on da new JB09' bet ya'll be da first ones dishin out two bills plus for em'. JB brand always been about being ten steps ahead of da shoe game. Innovation and change ya herd!
Even Mike looks like he hates em. They look terrible. Like a high heel got it on with a b-ball shoe.
I need more colorways but i aint buyin em though. I think this shoe type is the future and we just aint ready for a shoe like this. So much retro and old **** is whats poppin right now that these are just so ahead of everyone. I was hatin on the whole heel thing but i forgot i had a pair like this called Nike Fantaposite Max back in the day but those was low tops. I have to see in person and on my feet before i drop 190 on em. I'ma give em some time. Everyone should give em a chance its the future why not? Holla
That blown-glass midsole is the hottest part of these kicks. Look like marble accents. Thats some grown man **** right there.
First of all Tinker didn’t design these and second of all the dont look that bad just that 190 is a little steep even for Brand Jordan.
****** hideous
[b]These are nice they just flow
they remind me of the all white 11's [/b]
This is what happens when you get Jason Mayden instead of Tinker.
All you hatersssss…..i know 80% of you taking bs would coop…they would grow on everyone of you…like the xx3..Remember????? i like the shoes..i got from 1-23….move on haters….